# Immersive AR Stage Experiences Coachella Captures Attendees with a Tech-Powered Feature By Kalin Ned | Published 2019-05-28 | Tech Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/stage-experience References: [engadget](https://www.engadget.com/2019/04/12/coachella-cameras-augmented-reality-sahara-tent/?guccounter=1#gallery=1037631&slide=7558650&index=2) & [live.coachella](https://live.coachella.com) Coachella is a multi-generational event that captures the minds of young and old through unforgettable performances and immersive stage experiences. To stay true to its ethos, the festival tapped [augmented reality](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dansez-versailles) to curate [space-themed features](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/interstellar-arc) for its Sahara Tent. At designated timeslots -- times that have been made known through a "countdown clock on a major screen," attendees were able to lift their phone and through the Coachella app, access a variety of filters that will take them to another planet. This includes planetary objects, astronauts, space stations and more. The stage experience was available on both weekends in April. It was designated as a tech-powered half-time show and was sure to delight everybody with a [mixed-reality feature](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mixedreality-theme-park).. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 5.2/10 - Popularity: 75% | Activity: 72% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Gen Alpha, Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Tech](https://www.trendhunter.com/tech) > [Mobile](https://www.trendhunter.com/mobile) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Augmented Reality Experiences:** Opportunity to create immersive and interactive experiences for event-goers through the use of augmented reality technology. - **Immersive Stage Design:** The use of immersive stage designs and technologies to enhance the overall experience of live events and festivals. - **Mixed Reality Features:** Integrating virtual and augmented reality elements into live performances and events to create unique and memorable moments. ### Where This Applies - **Event Planning and Production:** Opportunity to incorporate innovative technologies and designs into event planning and production to create highly engaging experiences for attendees. - **Augmented Reality Development:** The development and implementation of augmented reality applications and experiences for live events and festivals. - **Entertainment and Live Performance:** Exploring ways to integrate mixed reality features into live performances to captivate and entertain audiences. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Connection Platform Experiences](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/facebook-debuts-at-stagecoach.md) - [Modern Festival Activations](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/coachella-experience.md) - [Immersive Aperitivo Partnerships](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/official-spritz-partner.md) - [Immersive Festival Haircare Activations](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dream-in-the-desert.md) - [Immersive Chewable Candy Activations](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-hichew-getaway.md) - [Immersive Virtual Reality Concerts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/immersion-vr.md) - [Cosmic Beverage Activations](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/celsius-energy.md) - [High-Profile Live Performance Marketing](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/highprofile-marketing-event.md) - [Exclusive Energy Drink Installations](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/red-bull-mirage.md)