Walk inside Alice in Wonderland, Aladdin and more this summer at Derbion
Immersia XR is bringing a guided, story-led XR Walking Theatre experience to Derbion Centre from 11 August to 6 September 2026. Choose your adventure when you arrive and step into the story together.
Dates
11 August to 6 September 2026
Experience
Guided XR Walking Theatre for families, friends, couples and first-time XR visitors
Duration
Around 30 minutes per session
Location
Inside Derbion Centre near Sainsbury’s and the food court
What is Immersia XR?
This is not a tech demo or a VR arcade. Immersia XR is a social, story-led experience where guests put on a headset, move through the world together and step inside a guided adventure.
Choose your story on arrival
Visitors book a time slot first, then choose from six story worlds when they arrive at the venue.
How it works
Simple to book, easy to join, and designed for mainstream visitors looking for a memorable indoor day out.
Book your preferred time slot online.
Arrive at Derbion Centre and head to the Immersia XR space.
Choose one of the available story worlds when you get there.
Walk through the adventure together for around half an hour.
Six story worlds
Each visit starts with a choice. Pick the adventure that fits your group on the day.
Alice in Wonderland
Step into a classic family favourite and follow the story through a surreal world of wonder.
Tales of Aladdin
Choose a magic-carpet adventure filled with colour, discovery and storybook spectacle.
Moon Landing
Take an unforgettable trip into space and experience the journey together.
Center of the Earth
Head below the surface for a guided adventure into a hidden world.
Under The Sea
Explore an underwater environment designed to feel playful, immersive and shared.
Eternal Tang
Discover a richly imagined story world inspired by legend, performance and atmosphere.
Built for families and first-time visitors
Immersia XR is made for people who want something different to do together, not just dedicated gamers or XR regulars. It works especially well as an indoor family activity during the summer holidays.
Location, tickets and early bird access
The experience will be inside Derbion Centre in Derby city centre, near Sainsbury’s and the food court. Tickets are available through Fever, and early bird sign-up gives visitors first access to the launch offer.
First access
Join the early bird list
Get first access to the 20% launch offer before the Derbion opening window begins.
Frequently asked questions
When does Immersia XR open at Derbion?
The public opening target is 11 August 2026, with an initial run through 6 September 2026.
Where is it inside Derbion Centre?
The venue is planned near Sainsbury’s, the food court and one of the main entrance areas.
Do I choose a story when I book?
No. Visitors book a time slot first and then choose their story when they arrive.
Which stories can I choose from?
Alice in Wonderland, Tales of Aladdin, Moon Landing, Center of the Earth, Under The Sea and Eternal Tang.
Is this suitable for families and first-time XR visitors?
Yes. The experience is designed to feel accessible, guided and family-friendly.
How do early bird tickets work?
Visitors who join the early bird list get first access to the launch offer before the opening date.
Walk inside a story this summer at Derbion
Bring the family, choose your adventure when you arrive, and enjoy a guided story-led experience together in the heart of Derby.