The world of LARP comes to life at Play!
Play – the Games Festival 2026 introduces Play Village: a dedicated space for the world of Live Action Role-Playing, welcoming both first-timers curious about what LARP has to offer and seasoned live-game enthusiasts alike.
For three days, the Village will be a place of constant activity — immersive experiences, live sessions, talks, and spontaneous play transforming the space into a true hub for the LARP community
Inside Play Village
Enter the Dungeon
The immersive heart of the Village: a structure comprising 4 play areas plus an initial welcome area, hosting short, immersive LARP sessions run by 9 different associations.
Central Square
An open, dynamic space for duels, demonstrations, workshops, and LARP talks — a place to watch live action, ask questions, and connect with associations and fellow players.
Taverna del Moongha
A themed fantasy tavern with 2 VIP tables always available, ready to host organised sessions run by the associations present in the area.
Campo Base — New for 2026
The Village's new post-apocalyptic zone, dedicated to tabletop gaming sessions set in survival and post-collapse scenarios.
The Village in numbers
- 11 LARP associations
- 9 different Dungeon sessions
- 12 tabletop gaming sessions
- 36 tables across the three days
- 1 multi-table game
- 5 LARP talks
- 1 handcrafted LARP weapons workshop
- 1 LARP costume parade
- Over 80 activities across the entire event
Play Village is a living, breathing space — always open, always moving. A place to step in, watch, try things out, and experience play first-hand: storytelling, character performance, stage combat, and community, all under one roof. The Play Village spans two floors, across Hall 18 and Hall 16.
