⚡ 5TH KREMFEST XR EDITION • 9TH ANNUAL MUSIC FESTIVAL • SEPT 25–27, 2026
Kremfest 2026 XR Showcase
Welcome back to the future of live immersive art. VRMakerDome is proud to once again team up with Kremwerk to bring the Kremfest XR Showcase to life where electronic music meets boundary-pushing virtual worlds.
This year’s lineup blends interactive VR, cinematic 360° films, and experimental art experiences from visionary creators across the globe. Float into the sky on the whimsical UpLiftVR ‘Maiden Flight’ Balloon Ride, or witness the surreal and awe inspiring beauty of a total solar eclipse in High Desert Eclipse.
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Doors open Friday, Sept 25, 2026 at 10:00 PM PDT at the Kremwerk Complex.
XR Showcase open 10:00 PM – 1:00 AM nightly.
🥽 XR Showcase: Friday & Saturday • 10:00 PM – 1:00 AM nightly
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📍 Venue: Kremwerk Complex (1809 Minor Ave, Seattle, WA • USA)
UpLiftVR ‘Maiden Flight’ Balloon Ride
By Larry James & Julia Jackson
Feeling as if you are lifting into the heavens on a balloon ride's maiden flight and find yourself overlooking a wondrous land calling out to be explored.
"One of the most powerful experiences in the [SIFF] VR-Zone isn’t a film but a piece of whimsical semi-interactive entertainment."
— The Seattle Times
Step into the headset and launch into the heavens on a balloon ride's experimental maiden flight. As you ascend above the clouds, you find yourself overlooking a wondrous, lucid dreamlike land calling out to be explored. During your descent from the clouds to the grounds below, you get the feeling that this is just the beginning of a series of grand adventures.
- Genre: Interactive Cinematic VR
- Runtime: 3 min 30 sec
- Format: Interactive Room-Scale VR (Meta Quest 3 or PCVR Quest Link)
- VR Comfort: Moderate (Simulated height and gentle movement)
High Desert Eclipse
By Larry James & Julia Jackson
From a remote majestic hilltop overlook see the rapidly encroaching shadow of the moon turn day into twilight as the entire scenic horizon becomes sunrise and sunset during the high desert eclipse.
"Majestic but also chill! A once-in-a-lifetime experience that can be enjoyed by everyone - great example of why VR is a fantastic communicator."
— Meta Quest Community Reviewer
High Desert Eclipse is a 4K 360° documentary short filmed from a majestic hilltop overlook in the remote Oregon high desert during the Great American Eclipse of August 21, 2017. Spanning 120 seconds pre- and post-totality, the rapidly encroaching shadow of the moon turns day into twilight while the entire panoramic horizon transforms into a simultaneous 360-degree sunset and sunrise.
- Genre: 360° Cinematic Documentary
- Runtime: 6 min 30 sec
- Format: 4K 360° Video (Meta Quest)
- VR Comfort: Comfortable (Static camera position)
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More Selections Coming Soon!
Official juried selections are being received via FilmFreeway and will be announced here live as jury adjudication progresses. Creators of VR shorts, 360° music videos, and interactive spatial experiences are invited to submit!
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Earlybird: Aug 31 • Final Deadline: Sept 21. Submit your project on FilmFreeway!
Earlybird Deadline
August 31, 2026 ($5 Std / $2 Stu)
Regular Deadline
September 21, 2026 ($10 Std / $5 Stu)
Showcase Premiere
Sept 25, 2026 • 10:00 PM PDT
🚀 Submit Your Project on FilmFreeway ➔
About the Presenters
Curated by VRMakerDome (and KremfestXR)
The Kremfest XR Showcase is curated and presented by VRMakerDome, a Seattle-based collective dedicated to supporting and showcasing the Pacific Northwest's immersive arts and creator community.
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Hosted by Kremfest
Kremfest is the flagship multimedia arts festival from Kremwerk, celebrated as a vital hub for forward-thinking electronic music, cutting-edge creativity, and Seattle's diverse and inclusive arts community.
Explore the full festival lineup at Kremwerk.com
Headlining Experiences by UpLiftVR Studios
This year's headline experiences are created by UpLiftVR Studios, an independent studio focused on crafting immersive VR journeys that spark wonder, connection, and joy.
Discover more projects from UpLiftVR Studios on Itch.io
Previous KremFestXR
The showcase builds on a legacy of immersive art and community. First launched in 2017, the Kremfest XR Showcase has become a beloved part of the festival and a unique space where Seattle’s eclectic electronic music scene collides with groundbreaking XR storytelling.
We're over the moon to be back at our favorite venue after the long pandemic pause, continuing our tradition of blending mind-bending visuals with incredible sound in a one-of-a-kind venue. Here’s a look back at some of the magic from past showcases—we can't wait to create new memories and see you on the floor for this year's lineup!
