{"id":1091,"date":"2023-12-20T21:34:05","date_gmt":"2023-12-20T20:34:05","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/wordpress.gothcon.se\/?page_id=1091"},"modified":"2026-03-27T21:27:00","modified_gmt":"2026-03-27T20:27:00","slug":"faq","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/www.gothcon.se\/en\/faq\/","title":{"rendered":"FAQ"},"content":{"rendered":"<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_80 ez-toc-wrap-left-text counter-flat ez-toc-counter ez-toc-custom ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-box-title\">Content<\/div>\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Contents\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #000000;color:#000000\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewbox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #000000;color:#000000\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewbox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseprofile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ez-toc-columns-4' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gothcon.se\/en\/faq\/#Generella_fragor\" >General questions<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gothcon.se\/en\/faq\/#Arrangorer_ButikerUtstallare\" >Organizers &amp; Shops\/Exhibitors<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Generella_fragor\"><\/span>General questions<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>Can I bring animals to the convention?<br \/>\n<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">No. Only guide dogs and assistance dogs are allowed. <em>in all buildings EXCEPT Vaasa.<\/em><\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Can I bring nuts to the convention?<br \/>\n<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">No. The convention has a strict nut ban.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Is there a cloakroom at the convention?<br \/>\n<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">It varies from year to year. If there is a wardrobe, it is an arrangement and can be found in the program on the website.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Is it possible to make a refund on a ticket or product?<br \/>\n<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">No.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Is it possible to buy tickets on site at the convention?<br \/>\n<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Yes.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Is the price different if I buy online than if I buy on site?<br \/>\n<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">No, it&#039;s the same price regardless. For a discounted price you can <a href=\"https:\/\/www.gothcon.se\/en\/medverka\/funktionar\/\"><strong>register as an official<\/strong><\/a>.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Can I visit the convention without buying a ticket?<br \/>\n<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">At GothCon you are welcome to shop in the shops and at the various eateries without purchasing a ticket. All other activities such as participating in program items or playing games in our premises require a ticket.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><strong>Can I transfer my ticket to someone else?<\/strong><br \/>\nUnfortunately, this is not possible. Instead, contact kassor@gothcon.se for a refund.<\/p>\n<p><b>How do I check in to the convention?<br \/>\n<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">To check in you need to go to the reception and create an account or log in. <a href=\"https:\/\/condaba.gothcon.se\/\"><strong>Condaba<\/strong><\/a>. Then you will receive a bracelet that corresponds to your ticket.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Is there a microwave for baby food at the convention?<br \/>\n<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Microwaves are only available upon request for heating children&#039;s food. Ask the cafeteria staff.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Are dormitory rooms available?<br \/>\n<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">This varies from year to year. You can find information about dormitories on the website or by emailing <strong>lokal@gothcon.se<\/strong>.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Is there WiFi at the convention?<br \/>\n<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">GothCon does not have its own WiFi. However, there are networks that are open, but we cannot guarantee access to these.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Is it possible to visit the convention with a stroller or wheelchair?<br \/>\n<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">All premises except the gymnasium in the north building are accessible and there are also lifts in these buildings. To use the lifts you need to redeem a lift tag at reception. This must be notified well in advance of the convention to <\/span><strong>lokal@gothcon.se<\/strong><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Is there parking at the convention?<br \/>\n<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">GothCon does not offer parking. All parking lots adjacent to the convention are owned by the municipality and are subject to a fee. We do not recommend arriving by car as parking options are very limited.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Is GothCon for profit?<br \/>\n<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">No, GothCon is a non-profit organization. All proceeds from the convention go towards running and improving next year&#039;s convention.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>What does the ticket price go towards?<br \/>\n<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Ticket prices and fees for various events go towards covering GothCon&#039;s costs, the largest of which is the rent for our premises. Raw materials and materials for food preparation, as well as logistics costs, are other major expenses.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>I remember that GothCon opens on Thursday, not Friday, is that still the case?<br \/>\n<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">We always try to have a &#039;sneak premiere&#039; on Thursday night but we don&#039;t always have time. GothCon always has <\/span><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">officially<\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> open on Friday.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you would like to help us set up the convention on Thursday, you can <a href=\"https:\/\/www.gothcon.se\/en\/medverka\/funktionar\/\"><strong>register as an official<\/strong><\/a><strong>.<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you show up on Thursday before we open and you don&#039;t feel like helping, we will ask you to leave the area and let us work.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Why are so few DnD\/Diplomacy\/Monopoly\/Pig Throwing\/Twilight Empire\/Other games being organized at GothCon?<br \/>\n<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">All activities in our program are arranged by volunteers, most of whom are outside the association, who create arrangements for the convention. The annual program is unique and entirely dependent on who registers.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you want to influence our offerings, you can request events in the visitor survey sent out after the convention and hope that we in turn request this type of event on social media. Alternatively, you can organize the activity yourself, or convince someone else to do so.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Do those who work for GothCon get free clothes?<br \/>\n<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Officials get a staff T-shirt that is intended as both workwear and merch. Those who work in the kitchen get a coat. GothCon&#039;s staff get a white shirt or hoodie. All other clothing that staff members wear they have paid for themselves.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>How do you handle lost and found items?<br \/>\n<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Lost and found items can be dropped off or picked up at reception.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><strong>What is your policy on AI?<\/strong><br \/>\nGothCon does not allow the sale of any material that is entirely, or largely, AI-generated material.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Arrangorer_ButikerUtstallare\"><\/span><b>Organizers &amp; Shops\/Exhibitors<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>How do I register an event?<br \/>\n<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">You need to make an organizer registration which you can find <a href=\"http:\/\/www.gothcon.se\/en\/arrangera\/\"><strong>here<\/strong><\/a>.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Registration usually opens in the fall and you will find information about when it opens on our social media.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Please note that you need to create an account to make a report.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>How do I register as an exhibitor or store?<br \/>\n<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">You need to make an organizer registration which you can find <a href=\"http:\/\/www.gothcon.se\/en\/arrangera\/\"><strong>here<\/strong><\/a>.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Please note that you need to create an account to make a report.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Is it possible to make prints at the convention?<br \/>\n<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">We only help with small printouts in emergencies. Please contact the event reception or a person in charge of the event team for assistance.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>How do I check in to the convention as an organizer?<br \/>\n<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">You check in at the organizer reception which is located next to the regular reception where you will need to log in. <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/condaba.gothcon.se\/\">Condaba<\/a><\/strong>. They can also help you find the right one and answer other questions.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>How much does it cost to exhibit at GothCon?<br \/>\n<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">You can rent space at GothCon either by paying for a table or for the room\/part of the room. Depending on which facilities we have from year to year, prices may vary slightly. For updated information about prices, email <strong>butik@gothcon.se<\/strong>.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>How big are the tables you rent?<br \/>\n<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">GothCon takes place in school premises and the tables therefore consist of two school desks. The dimensions are 160\u00d780 per table.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>When are the stores\/exhibitors open?<br \/>\n<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Updated information about opening hours is available. <a href=\"http:\/\/www.gothcon.se\/en\/oppettider\/\"><strong>here<\/strong><\/a>.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Where can I see which exhibitors are coming to the convention?<br \/>\n<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">When organizer registration closes, we will publish all events on the website under Program.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Do I get anything for exhibiting at GothCon?<br \/>\n<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Exhibitors receive this year&#039;s mug, food vouchers for our cafeteria and admission to the convention.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><strong>Do you have a policy regarding organizers&#039; use of AI?<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Yes! Our AI policy applies to sales and reads: \u201dGothCon does not permit the sale of material that is entirely, or largely, AI-generated material.\u201d.<\/p>\n<p>Do you have a question that you can&#039;t find an answer to? Contact us at <strong>info@gothcon.se<\/strong> or for a specific area:<\/p>\n<p>arrangemang@gothcon.se<br \/>\nbutik@gothcon.se<br \/>\npersonal@gothcon.se<br \/>\nstyrelse@gothcon.se<br \/>\nauktion@gothcon.se<\/p>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>General questions Can I bring animals to the convention? No. Only guide dogs and assistance dogs are allowed in all buildings EXCEPT Vaasa. Can I bring nuts to the convention? No. The convention has a strict nut ban. Is there a cloakroom at the convention? It varies from year to year. 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