A Week In
The week before KP, it is customary to have a week in the city where the KP event will take place, with activities, talks, and some tourist sightseeing. It is called “A Week in [Hosting city]”, so this year it will be A Week In Gothenburg. It is a way for people to get more out of their visit and get more time for the people and discussions that take place at KP. During A Week In, there is usually an Edularp conference (for people who work with or design educational larps), and Nordic Larp Talks (our own version of TED talks). You do not need a ticket to enjoy A Week In Gothenburg, but you do need to sort out your own accommodation.
Read more about A Week In Gothenburg here
Cabaret
The Cabaret is a beloved KP tradition, often filled with drag performances as well as other shows of talent, humour, and glamour. It is one of the highlights of the weekend, and a great way to kick off a party evening.
At Knutpunkt 2026, the Cabaret will take place Friday, 21.00 in Androids.
Community guidelines
At KP, we have some community guidelines that all participants are expected to adhere to. The purpose of them is to create an environment where we all help each other to have the best possible KP!
Read more about the community guidelines here.
Community host
The community hosts are there to help all participants during KP with different kinds of issues - everything from medical ones to conflicts with other participants. They are reached through the info desk or, when the info desk is closed, a phone number that will be provided on site. The community host on call will be wearing a badge that says “community host” as well as a reflective vest, making them easily identifiable.
Costume
At many of the KP parties, there will be an opportunity to dress up in costumes corresponding to the theme. Many enjoy a chance to be their extravagant, creative selves, and bring a costume or five to wear during different themed parties. However, this is not a requirement at all, and you should not feel stressed for not having any costumes. This also goes for the grand party Saturday night, where the theme is Seasons. Wear something relating to the theme, wear general party clothes that you feel great in or wear the same jeans and t-shirt you have worn throughout the day - as long as you are happy, we’re happy!
Discord
The main communication channel before, during and after the conference (apart from e-mail) is the Knutpunkt Discord.
If you haven’t already, you can join the Discord here.
Discussion forum
A type of programme item where the participants are welcome and expected to participate in a discussion about a certain topic, framed and facilitated by the programme item organiser.
Edularp conference
A conference for people who work with, research or design educational larps. It is usually part of A Week In, before Knutpunkt itself starts.
More information about this year's Edularp conference can be found here
Empty chair rule
At KP, it is customary to try to keep an empty chair at the table or an open space in the circle, to make it easier for people to feel welcome and comfortable joining in.
Info desk
The info desk is where you go to ask all sorts of questions during KP. It will be located in the conference area.
Knutpunkt/Knudepunkt/Knutepunkt/Solmukohta (KP/SK)
Knutpunkt (slightly) changes its name depending on which country is hosting. In Sweden, it’s Knutpunkt (KP). In Denmark, it’s Knudepunkt (KP). In Norway, it’s Knutepunkt (KP). In Finland, it’s Solmukohta (SK). Same conference, same meaning, different names!
KP book
Every KP since 2001 (with a few exceptions), a book or journal on larp theory is published in time for the event. Those of you who bought a book for this year's KP will be able to pick it up at the info desk and/or when you check in.
Read more about the book here.
KPTV
KPTV is a proud tradition of silly fun, where groups from different countries make short skits about larp, poking friendly fun at ourselves, each other, KP, and larp in general. These are shown at KP, so that we can share the fun and laughter! This year, KPTV will be shown dag och tid.
Read more about KPTV here.
Language
The official language of KP is English, and it is encouraged that everyone always speaks English, even to people who have the same first language as you do (we know, it can be difficult, but do your best!). This is to ensure that it is easier for everyone to feel included and able to join in conversations.
Larping at KP
If you sign up for a larp at KP, you do not need to prepare or bring anything unless it’s very clearly stated in the programme item description. All the information you need will be given to you on site, and the run time for the programme item includes briefing/workshop, larping, and potentially some kind of debrief.
Nametags
At KP, everyone will be wearing a nametag with their name and pronoun/s. This is both to make it easier for everyone to recognise and keep track of each other, but it also functions as your ticket to the event, and you are supposed to wear it at all times! If you are a minor (i.e below 18 years old), you will get a darker nametag, and if you have a day ticket, you will get a nametag that shows which days you have bought a ticket for.
Nap
Being at KP can be very overwhelming and tiring: there are so many people, so many interesting ideas, and so much fun to be had. To keep your energy up, it is important to allow yourself some rest now and then. Schedule time for a nap, or take one when you feel that your energy is fading. You don’t have to do all the things, all the time.
New at KP/KP 101
This is a program item held on the first day of KP, and it is perfect for people who have never been to KP before, or who are returning after a long hiatus. It is a great way to warm up for a weekend of fun!
At Knutpunkt 2026, KP 101 will be held Thursday, 18.00 in Westmark.
Nordic Larp Talks
Nordic Larp Talks are like TED talks about larp, and they are usually organised before KP, during A Week In (most commonly on the Wednesday before KP).
One-hour room party
KP usually has an abundance of spontaneous, fun, and weird theme parties. They are called one our room parties for the simple reason that they are limited to a duration of one hour. This is to avoid people disappearing in cliques for the entire night, and to keep the party flowing.
Room parties often have fun themes and often encourage costumes, sharing food from your country, and such things. If you think it sounds fun, check the programme when packing to see if you want to bring something specifically for such a party! One-hour room parties can be planned well in advance and entered into the programme, or they can be created in the spur of the moment while at KP.
Read more about one-hour room parties, and other parties, here.
Panels
Panels are a type of programme item where a number of people discuss and/or answer questions about a specific topic, facilitated by a moderator. Unless you are a part of the panel, you are not expected to actively participate in the discussion.
Rituals
Nordic larp’s history is entangled with play around ritual; every year, there are a number of them. Some are serious, but most find seriousness through absurdity. There may be chanting, singing, fighting, dancing, and heck knows what else.
Theme party
Every year, the last evening at KP (usually the Saturday evening) has a special theme (this year’s theme is Seasons). Some people go for very elaborate costumes, while others feel more comfortable not getting dressed up for the theme at all. Apart from the costume theme, it is a party evening like most of the others: there are room parties, dancefloors, and general hangouts.
Talks
A talk at KP is a lecture where someone is talking about a particular topic in front of an audience. As part of the audience, you are not expected to actively participate, but often you get the opportunity to ask questions.
Underground Clubs
Underground clubs is this year's name (or one of them…) for the parties that will continue at the hotel, after the conference center has closed and the official programme has ended for the night.
Read more about the underground clubs here.
Workshop
If you’re going to a workshop at KP, you are expected to actively participate. Remember to dress comfortably if it’s a workshop where you most likely will be moving around a lot.