Darkness falls on Chicago | November 11-14, 2027
THE PREMIER WORLD OF DARKNESS EXPERIENCE
An immersive experience featuring the largest and most dynamic Vampire: The Masquerade Live Action Roleplaying, tabletop, and community celebration in the United States. Join a passionate community of players, storytellers, and special celebrity guests for an unforgettable journey into the World of Darkness.
WHAT IS DARKNESS EMERGENT?
Darkness Emergent is a three- to four-day World of Darkness LARP experience—centered on Vampire: The Masquerade—held in the United States. Players step into the shadows of the Kindred, undead predators navigating a world of politics, power, and personal horror through immersive live-action roleplay. Each event offers nightly LARP gameplay, daytime one-shot World of Darkness four hour LARPs, V5 tabletop sessions, World of Darkness panels, vendors, and after-hours community socials that bring the night to life.
Longtime Vampire: The Masquerade fan, first time LARPer. I’m in love with the community, the story, and everything in between. Can’t wait for the next event!
First Time Attendee (2026)
It’s not just Vampire: The Masquerade, this is a whole experience! Socials, panels, and yeah roleplay lots of roleplay. What are you waiting for? Join us!
Fourth Time Attendee (2024-2026)
Getting to play with some of the most iconic World of Darkness NPCs has been one of my highlights for sure! Where else can you experience a deep narrative alongside hundreds of other VtM fans? It's a fan's dream come true!
Two Time Attendee (2025 & 2026)PAST EVENT HIGHLIGHTS
TICKETS TO DARKNESS EMERGENT
THE GHOUL TICKET
For those who want to attend panels and social after hours, but not attend the LARP itself, this is your ticket.
THE GHOUL TICKET INCLUDES:
- Entry to an exclusive Keynote Session
- Access to daytime panel programming, vendor hall, and community tabletop game spaces
- Access to purchase (as an add on) ticket to any of the Featured Games — immersive 4–6 hour side LARPs (titles to be announced).
- Entry to Succubus Club (Nightclub held Saturday)
- Entry to Community Karaoke After-Hours Event
- A PDF copy of the Darkness Emergent: Chicago booklet
Please note that photography and video recording will take place during the event and may be used for promotional purposes.
ANCILLA TICKET
Step into the shadows for an unforgettable World of Darkness experience.
THE ANCILLA TICKET INCLUDES:
- Two Nights of Admission to Darkness Emergent: Chicago
- Entry to an exclusive Keynote Session
- Access to daytime panel programming, vendor hall, and community tabletop game spaces
- Access to purchase (as an add on) ticket to any of the Featured Games — immersive 4–6 hour side LARPs (titles to be announced).
- Entry to Succubus Club (Nightclub held Saturday), and Club Serafín (an exclusive after-hours soft-RP social held Thursday evening)
- Entry to Community Karaoke After-Hours Event
- A commemorative Darkness Emergent: Chicago pin
- A collectible Darkness Emergent: Chicago booklet & PDF
Please note that photography and video recording will take place during the event and may be used for promotional purposes.
(Early Bird)
(Full Price)
ELDER TICKET
Designed for the Kindred who expect nothing less than the finest.
THE ELDER TICKET INCLUDES:
- Three Nights of Admission to Darkness Emergent: Chicago -- This includes entry to Meet the Authority, an exclusive DE VIP LARP experience happening Thursday.
- Access to Vampires & Vino, our signature social and tasting event
- Entry to an exclusive Keynote Session
- Access to daytime panel programming, vendor hall, and community tabletop game spaces
- Access to purchase (as an add on) ticket to any of the Featured Games — immersive 4–6 hour side LARPs (titles to be announced).
- Access to Succubus Club (Nightclub held Saturday), and Club Serafín (an exclusive after-hours soft-RP social held Thursday evening)
- Entry to Community Karaoke After-Hours Event
- A commemorative Darkness Emergent: Chicago pin
- A collectible Darkness Emergent: Chicago booklet & PDF
Please note that photography and video recording will take place during the event and may be used for promotional purposes.
(Early Bird)
(Full Price)
METHUSELAH TICKET
For those who move the pieces behind the scenes, whisper in the ears of Barons and Princes, and command entire domains - this is your invitation.
THE METHUSELAH TICKET INCLUDES:
- Three Nights of Admission to Darkness Emergent: Chicago -- This includes entry to Meet the Authority, an exclusive DE VIP LARP experience. -- An Invitation to "Dinner with Darkness" on Thursday night—featuring select special guests -- Access to Vampires & Vino, our signature social and tasting event -- Access to Succubus Club (Nightclub held Saturday), and Club Serafín (an exclusive after-hours soft-RP social held Thursday evening)
- Entry to an exclusive Keynote Session
- Access to daytime panel programming, vendor hall, and community tabletop game spaces
- Access to purchase (as an add on) ticket to any of the Featured Games ( immersive 4–6 hour side LARPs). Titles to be announced
- Entry to Community Karaoke After-Hours Event
- A commemorative Darkness Emergent: Chicago pin
- A collectible Darkness Emergent: Chicago booklet & PDF
Please note that photography and video recording will take place during the event and may be used for promotional purposes.
CAINE TICKET
For those who move the pieces behind the scenes, whisper in the ears of Barons and Princes, and command entire domains - this is your invitation.
THE CAINE TICKET INCLUDES:
- This package includes 1 Caine Ticket, 2 Methuselah and 3 Elder tickets
- The Caine Ticket receives: -- 4 Nights in the Knickerbocker Suite King (Max Occupancy 3) -- Three Nights of Admission to Darkness Emergent: Chicago -- Entry to Meet the Authority, an exclusive DE VIP LARP experience. -- An Invitation to "Dinner with Darkness" on Thursday night—featuring select special guests -- Guest of Honor at Club Serafin -- Private Character Photoshoot -- Plus all of the benefits from Antediluvian and Elder per specified tickets.
- The Methuselah and Elder tickets are treated as separate tickets and follow the same rules as their ticket types.
Please note that photography and video recording will take place during the event and may be used for promotional purposes.
MILLENNIUM KNICKERBOCKER HOTEL CHICAGO
Darkness Emergent descends upon the Windy City! November 11–14, 2027, join us at the historic Millennium Knickerbocker Hotel in the heart of Chicago for four unforgettable days of immersive Vampire: The Masquerade LARP, political intrigue, and unforgettable experiences within the World of Darkness. Celebrating its 100th anniversary, this iconic hotel has witnessed a century of luxury, scandal, and secrets, from the notorious days of Prohibition-era gangsters to the glamorous gatherings of Chicago's elite. Now, its storied halls will become the stage for Kindred from across the country to forge alliances, settle ancient grudges, and shape the future of the night. In a city where power is everything and every secret has a price, what legacy will you leave behind? Chicago awaits, Kindred.
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STORYTELLER AND EVENT SUPPORT STAFF
Jimmy ReckittCreative Lead
Kelley BarnesDirector of Events
Arcelia RaelPresident
