LARP Events in Belgium – Guide to Live Action Roleplay in Brussels, Flanders & Wallonia
Belgium boasts a rich live action roleplay (LARP) scene that spans its multilingual regions. The community is vibrant but often split by language – "the key question (as always in Belgium) is in which language" a given event runs. Major LARP associations and clubs operate in Flanders (Dutch-speaking) and Wallonia (French-speaking), with the bilingual capital Brussels occasionally hosting events. From grand medieval fantasy battles to intimate horror experiences, Belgian LARP caters to many genres. The Belgian LARP Federation (BE Larp) supports the hobby nation-wide, and local groups frequently connect with international LARP networks. (Belgian players often travel to blockbuster events like ConQuest in Germany or Empire in the UK, but below we focus on events held in Belgium.)
Below is an up-to-date listing of active in-person LARP events in Belgium. We include narrative-driven, in-person games (no online or play-by-post, and excluding pure historical reenactments). Events are organized by region/language, and each entry notes the primary language of play (French, Dutch, English, or bilingual), the city or region, genre/theme, a brief description, and an official website or page.
Wallonia & Brussels (French-Language LARPs)
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French-Speaking Region
Wallonia and Brussels host numerous French-language LARPs ranging from massive fantasy events to intimate chamber experiences.
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Diverse Offerings
From Belgium's largest LARP festival to youth camps and short-format games, the French-speaking LARP scene caters to various interests and age groups.
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BE Larp Support
Many events are organized or supported by the Belgian LARP Federation (BE Larp), ensuring quality experiences and community growth.
AVATAR
Location: Hensies, Hainaut (Wallonia)
Primary language: French
Genre: Medieval Fantasy (Festival "mass" LARP)
An annual four-day epic LARP (Belgium's largest), with several hundred players gathering each year in a medieval-fantasy world called Caldera. Players create heroes and compete or collaborate in quests and battles. It's organized by the Belgian LARP Federation as a flagship event, running each July.
Official site: avatar.larp.be
Epic Scale
Belgium's largest LARP with hundreds of participants
Annual Event
Runs every July for four full days of immersive play
Fantasy World
Set in the rich medieval-fantasy realm of Caldera
Frontières
Location: various sites in Wallonia
Primary language: French
Genre: Medieval Fantasy (wargame/battle event)
A one-day war-themed LARP that focuses on large-scale army combat in a medieval-fantasy world. Hundreds of players (≈300 in the first run) spend a day fighting for their respective kingdoms' armies, then conclude by feasting together. Runs annually (recent games 2021–2024) with evolving story and improved gameplay.
Battle Focus
Emphasizes large-scale combat between kingdom armies
One-Day Format
Intense day of fighting followed by communal feast
Growing Event
Established in 2021 with continuous improvements
Organized by: Ver'Nack ASBL
Official site: vernack.be/frontieres
Festival du Huis-Clos
Location: Brussels
Primary language: French
Genre: Multi-genre short-format LARPs (chamber larps & murder mysteries)
An annual day-long festival featuring multiple simultaneous short games to introduce new players to LARP. Participants (ages 16+) can try different scenarios (murder mysteries, drama, etc.) in one afternoon, all hosted under one roof. This festival is organized by BE Larp as an outreach event in Brussels.
Beginner-Friendly
Perfect introduction to LARP for newcomers
Multiple Genres
Try various LARP styles in a single day
Central Location
Hosted in Brussels, accessible to both language communities
Official page: larp.be (BE Larp Federation)
Camp Jeux de Rôles (CJDR)
Youth Camp Experience
A 10-day summer camp (every August) for teenagers (~14–17) to discover all forms of role-playing. Activities include tabletop RPGs, LARP adventures in fantasy worlds, improvised theater, and even murder parties.
Location & Language
Farnières (Vielsalm), Luxembourg (Wallonia)
Primary language: French
Details
It's a fully immersive camp experience (lodging and meals included) where teens live out an epic story under guidance of counselors.
Organizer: BE Larp
Official info: Camp Jeux de Rôles BE Larp (Facebook)
Flanders (Dutch-Language LARPs)
Steampunk
Victorian-era technology with horror elements
Viking Fantasy
Dark Ages Norse-inspired settings
Desert Fantasy
Middle-Eastern inspired worlds
Horror
From psychological terror to vampire politics
Kids' Fantasy
Family-friendly adventures
The Dutch-speaking region of Flanders hosts a diverse range of LARP experiences, with Oneiros vzw being a major organizer of multiple campaign worlds. From adult-oriented horror to family-friendly adventures, Flemish LARPs cover numerous genres and styles.
Aether (Oneiros)
Location: various sites in Flanders
Primary language: Dutch
Genre: Steampunk / Victorian Horror
Aether is an ongoing series set in an alternate late-19th-century world recovering from a great war. Events feature steampunk technology and occult Victorian horror, with rich social intrigue and arcane mysteries. Players portray citizens of the fictional city of Raetsburg, navigating class conflict, secret societies, and macabre phenomena.
Setting
Alternate 19th-century world with steampunk elements
Themes
Social intrigue, class conflict, occult mysteries
Location
Fictional city of Raetsburg
Organizer: Oneiros vzw
Official page: oneiros.be/projects/aether
Omen (Oneiros)
Location: Geel, Antwerp (Flanders)
Primary language: Dutch
Genre: Dark Ages Viking Fantasy
A campaign set in "Heimar," a war-torn land of Norse-inspired clans. Four peoples live under the harsh rule of Norse conquerors, and danger lurks from trolls in wild forests to pirates at sea. Omen events (18+ only) emphasize gritty survival and dark medieval lore – players choose a people and become part of the world's bloody history.
Organizer: Oneiros vzw
Official page: oneiros.be/projects/omen
Norse Setting
War-torn land of Viking-inspired clans
Four Peoples
Choose your clan and shape your destiny
Gritty Survival
Face trolls, pirates, and harsh conquerors
Adult Content
18+ only for mature themes
Rogaria (Oneiros)
Desert Fantasy World
A high-fantasy LARP set in a vast desert world. The proud Sha'éhel people rule the sands left behind by the "Old Masters" who departed for the stars.
Nomadic Adventure
Rogaria's events (18+ adults) follow a nomadic caravan navigating both everyday hardships and magical mysteries hidden among the dunes.
Middle Eastern Inspiration
The setting is visually inspired by Middle Eastern history and myth, creating a rich cultural backdrop for the game.
Location: various sites in Flanders
Primary language: Dutch
Genre: Desert Fantasy (Middle-Eastern inspired)
Organizer: Oneiros vzw
Official page: oneiros.be/projects/rogaria
Angst (Oneiros)
Location: locations in Flanders
Primary language: Dutch
Genre: Nordic-Style Horror (one-shot scenarios)
Angst is a project dedicated to intense, self-contained horror LARPs in the Nordic tradition. Each event is a standalone story – past themes have ranged widely in timeline and type of horror. After a hiatus, Angst returned in 2024 with "Angst: Hyperphagia", and continues to offer immersive psychological horror experiences focusing on atmosphere and emotion.
Nordic-Style Horror
Intense psychological experiences in the Nordic LARP tradition
Standalone Stories
Each event is a complete, self-contained horror narrative
Atmospheric Focus
Emphasis on creating immersive emotional experiences
Organizer: Oneiros vzw
Official page: angstlarp.be (project site)
Dromen van Ankoria
Family-Friendly Adventure
"Dreaming of Ankoria" is a family-friendly LARP series where children age 6–12 become heroes in a magical fantasy realm.
Child Heroes
Young players take on roles as brave warriors, mages, paladins, or hunters on quests in Ankoria, while teens and adults help as supporting characters.
Day-Long Events
Events are usually day-long with a focus on fun, imagination, and safe combat for kids (foam weapons, etc.). Parents can accompany younger kids to enjoy the atmosphere.
Location: Flanders (various)
Primary language: Dutch
Genre: Kids' Fantasy Adventure
Organizer: Oneiros vzw
Official page: oneiros.be/projects/ankoria
Duister Gent
Location: Ghent, East Flanders
Primary language: Dutch
Genre: Modern Horror (Vampire: The Masquerade)
An ongoing World of Darkness LARP chronicle set in the city of Gent. Players portray vampires in the gothic-punk "World of Darkness," navigating undead politics and intrigues by night. Duister Gent emphasizes storytelling, personal horror, and vampiric society (Camarilla rules). New players are welcome to step into a character's shoes and explore a world of intrigue, power struggles and dark secrets.
World of Darkness
Based on the popular Vampire: The Masquerade setting
Camarilla Focus
Emphasizes vampire society and political intrigue
Urban Setting
Set in the real city of Ghent with supernatural elements
Contact/Info: duister-gent.be
De Nachtkronieken
Location: Sint-Niklaas/Antwerp
Primary language: Dutch
Genre: Modern Horror (Vampire: The Masquerade)
Another Vampire LIVE domain chronicle, centered in Sint-Niklaas (near Antwerp). It's a Camarilla-style city game where players become vampires vying for influence in the domain. Storylines involve Elysium gatherings, clan politics, and the ever-present threat of the Masquerade being broken.
Info: Facebook group "De Nachtkronieken" (Camarilla Antwerp)
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Elysium Gatherings
Regular in-character meetings where vampires socialize and conduct business under the peace of Elysium
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Clan Politics
Navigate the complex relationships between vampire bloodlines, each with their own agendas
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Domain Control
Compete for territory and influence within the Sint-Niklaas/Antwerp region
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Masquerade Protection
Work to maintain the secrecy of vampire society from mortal eyes
Masquerade by Night
Unique Setting
A newer chronicle launched in 2018, set in the "Flemish Ardennes" domain. Uniquely, this game's lore features an ancient vampire Prince who rejects both Camarilla and Sabbat – only the old Laws of Caine rule here.
Fresh Perspective
Players find themselves as newcomers in a region where traditional sect rivalries are muted under an elder's iron grip. The chronicle offers a fresh twist on Vampire society, blending Camarilla and Sabbat elements.
Location: Vlaamse Ardennen (Flanders)
Primary language: Dutch
Genre: Modern Horror (Vampire: The Masquerade)
Info: Facebook group "Masquerade by Night"
English-Language & International LARPs in Belgium
Belgium's central location in Europe makes it an ideal host for international LARP events. These games are primarily conducted in English to welcome players from across Europe and beyond.
International Appeal
Events designed to attract players from multiple countries
Atmospheric Venues
Many international LARPs are hosted in Belgian castles and historic locations
English Language
Games conducted primarily in English to accommodate diverse participants
High Production Value
Often feature detailed sets, costumes, and immersive elements
Tenebra (Ghostlight NPO)
Location: Castle Tihange, Huy (Liège)
Primary language: English
Genre: Nordic Horror (Immersive terror)
Tenebra is an immersive horror mystery LARP held in a real Belgian castle. Designed for international players, it embraces "Nordic style" techniques to deliver intense psychological horror. The story ("Case 1") unfolds in the eerie halls of Château de Tihange, where detailed sets, lighting and practical effects blur fiction and reality. With only ~34 players per run, Tenebra offers a personal, chilling journey into fear and folklore.
Castle Setting
Held in the atmospheric Château de Tihange
Nordic Style
Uses immersive techniques from Nordic LARP tradition
Intimate Experience
Limited to ~34 players for a personal horror journey
Organizer: Ghostlight NPO
Official site: tenebra.be
The Baron of Belgrave Square
Victorian Gothic Setting
An international event set in Cornwall, 1876, evoking a Gothic novel atmosphere. Players attend an in-character Victorian house party that unfolds into mystery and horror.
Elegant Castle Venue
Expect elegant costumes, supernatural secrets and tragic romance in a secluded castle setting. This is a one-time 3-day LARP (scheduled for Sept 2025) with 50+ players from around Europe.
Location: Château de Dalhem, Liège
Primary language: English
Genre: Victorian Gothic (Historical horror/drama)
Organizer: Obscurus (Belgium/Netherlands)
Official site: obscurus-larp.com (Baron of Belgrave Square)
The Icarus Foundation
Location: Château de Dalhem, Liège
Primary language: English
Genre: Modern Thriller (Intrigue & hostage drama)
A high-end blockbuster-style LARP that unfolds at an opulent surrealist charity ball turned hostage crisis. Players immerse in a game of intrigue, deception, and moral dilemmas between two factions: the wealthy elites of the titular Icarus Foundation and a band of vigilantes seeking revenge. The event is heavy on story and character tension rather than combat, creating intense psychological drama as secrets are exposed. Runs are scheduled in 2026 at Dalhem Castle, with 34 players per run.
Surrealist Charity Ball
Opulent setting for high society intrigue
Hostage Crisis
Dramatic situation forcing moral choices
Two Factions
Wealthy elites vs. vengeful vigilantes
Writers: Didier Didelez & Bard Neeus (Oneiros)
Official site: icarusfoundationlarp.be
Barok
Steampunk Fantasy World
An ambitious new Belgian LARP that welcomes both local and international players. Barok's world blends 16th–20th century steampunk fantasy aesthetics – imagine airships, corsets and muskets alongside magic.
World's Fair Setting
The inaugural event (Aug 15–17, 2025) takes place in-game at a fortress of the imperial nation "Poremania" during a world's fair, where anything can happen – even your worst nightmares.
Bilingual Experience
The game features combat with foam/latex weapons (safety-checked) and a strong emphasis on story and discovery for all participants. Bilingual storytellers ensure both French- and English-speaking players are involved in the narrative.
Location: Medendorf, Liège (East Cantons)
Primary language: Bilingual (French & English)
Genre: Fantasy Steampunk
Official site: steampunk-barok.fr
Find Your Perfect Belgian LARP Experience
Language Preference
Choose between French, Dutch, English, or bilingual events
Genre Interest
From fantasy to horror to steampunk and beyond
Region
Events across Wallonia, Flanders, and Brussels
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Experience Level
Beginner-friendly to veteran player options
Scheduling
One-day events to multi-day immersive experiences
With such a diverse LARP scene across Belgium, there's something for everyone regardless of your language preference, experience level, or genre interests. Consider joining the Belgian LARP Federation (BE Larp) to stay informed about upcoming events and connect with the community.
Tips for International LARP Visitors to Belgium
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Check Language Requirements
Confirm the primary language of the event and whether translation services are available for international players.
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Plan Transportation
Belgium has excellent public transport, but some LARP venues may be in remote locations. Research how to reach the venue in advance.
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Pack Appropriately
Belgian weather can be unpredictable. For outdoor LARPs, bring layers and rain protection regardless of season.
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Join Community Groups
Connect with Belgian LARP communities online before your visit to get insider tips and possibly arrange shared transportation.
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Respect Local Customs
Belgium has distinct cultural regions. Be mindful of local customs and etiquette in different parts of the country.
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Book Accommodations Early
For multi-day events, secure your accommodations well in advance, especially during tourist season or near major cities.
Sources & Additional Information
Sources: This information was compiled from the official Belgian LARP Federation and event organizers' websites, as well as community announcements and wikis. Key references include BE Larp federation communications, Oneiros VZW's project pages, LARP event calendars, and World of Darkness fan listings for local Vampire chronicles. Please visit the provided official links or contact organizers via their social pages for the latest schedules and registration details. Enjoy your live action roleplay adventures in Belgium!
Event Calendars
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