New Year Sleigh Simulator Activity

With the New year sleigh simulator, we elevate the magical, fairytale atmosphere of the winter season beyond a standard event, transforming it into an unforgettable "phygital" (physical and digital) experience for your guests. Imagine sitting inside a giant, dazzlingly illuminated Santa's sleigh, and the moment you put on your VR headset, soaring through the sky with reindeer over snow-capped mountains... Going far beyond simply looking at a screen, this concept makes participants feel the thrill in their bones. From shopping mall events and winter festivals to corporate New Year's parties and outdoor organizations, this activity mesmerizes participants of all ages. It is a unique visual feast for onlookers and a magical memory etched into the minds of those who experience it.

What is the New Year Sleigh Simulator and How Does It Work?

This special system is a flawless blend of eye-catching physical decoration and state-of-the-art Virtual Reality (VR) hardware. It is designed to offer not just hardware, but a complete sensory adventure. A wonderful Christmas photo-op for bystanders, it is a boundary-breaking simulation for those sitting inside. The process unfolds step by step as follows:

• Preparation and welcome: Participants (children, adults, or families) sit in a physical sleigh completely decorated with LED lights and gift boxes, featuring giant reindeer figures in front. This ensures the sense of touch and spatial awareness perfectly integrate with reality.
• Transition to virtual reality: We equip our guests with high-resolution VR (Virtual Reality) headsets. The moment the headsets are on, the surrounding crowd fades away, and a magnificent winter fairytale begins.
• Magical flight experience: Inside the virtual world, the sleigh takes off. As participants glide under the starry sky, over pine forests, and through snowy valleys, they feel the wind and the sensation of flying as if it were real. Reaching out to grab the air and excited laughter are essential parts of this stage.
• Audience integration (Screen Mirroring): The experience isn't limited to those on the sleigh. Thanks to external screens positioned right next to the setup, the magical world the participants see in their VR headsets is instantly mirrored for the outside world. This way, those waiting in line also share in the excitement.

Technical and Operational Details

With 20 years of field experience from EDDRA, Turkey's premier event activities agency, the entire process from installation to operation is managed as a turnkey service by our professional team. The ideal technical requirements and details for the New Year Sleigh Simulator are as follows:

• Flexible space adaptation: Our system is completely suitable for both Indoor and Outdoor use. To comfortably fit the magnificent reindeer, snowmen, and sleigh decor and fully reflect its visual impact, we recommend an average area of 4x5 meters. For indoor spaces, it can also be integrated with a transparent winter tent or a wooden mountain cabin concept.
• Capacity: Our sleigh design allows multiple people (usually 2-4 people) to sit side-by-side and experience the same synchronized VR journey simultaneously. This keeps the hourly throughput rate high.
• Setup time: Depending on the area's conditions, placing the decor, setting up the lighting, and calibrating the VR systems takes an average of 3 to 4 hours.
• Power supply: The entire system (LED decors, external projection screen, and VR hardware) runs safely and smoothly on standard 220V mains electricity.

Branding and Visibility Details

By its very nature, the New Year Sleigh Simulator is a perfectly "Instagrammable" area. People line up to take photos inside this enchanting, glowing setup. For your brand, this represents a tremendous organic advertising opportunity. The gift boxes around the physical sleigh can be designed with your brand's logos, and the perimeter of the event area can be wrapped in your corporate colors. Photos of participants inside the sleigh and videos of their excited reactions with VR headsets are instantly shared on social media. Participants don't just play a game; they take your digital engagement to the top by sharing this magical memory provided by your brand with their circles.

To add the magic of the New Year to your event, discuss technical details, and receive a customized quote, you can email us at sales@eddra.com or call us at +90 212 252 50 22 .