Register for Silvensa
The official event website handles registration and publishes the binding terms.
Official event site →SILVENSA 2026 · YOUR EVENT FIELD MANUALThe answers are here.
The answers are here.
So you can enjoy being there.
Everything we can confirm about attending Silvensa in Bergen, 28 December 2026 to 1 January 2027. Practical first, clever remarks where necessary.
THE ESSENTIALS
Four things worth doing first.
Event registration, hotel accommodation and individual activities are not automatically the same booking.
Book the hotel
Our base is Thon Hotel Orion, Bradbenken 3. Use the Silvensa-specific Thon Hotels booking page; availability and rates are set by the hotel.
Hotel booking →Choose activities
Our planner helps spot overlaps. Actual booking, eligibility and final timings belong to the official activity listing.
Programme planner →Keep the contact handy
For questions that the guides cannot resolve, contact the organisers. Don't wait until you're standing outside in December rain.
Email organisers →What we know vs. what we are still confirming
The event dates, base hotel and absence of a minimum age for the NYE Ball are confirmed for this guide. Check-in procedure, badge collection, venue accessibility, children’s ticket rules and activity cancellation terms must be confirmed by the organisers or providers. We deliberately do not invent them.
YOUR FIRST 90 MINUTES
Your first hour, sorted.
All routes lead to Bergen. The trick is making the last part easy.
Reach the city
Flying into Bergen Airport (BGO)? Choose Bybanen light rail, Flybussen airport coach or a licensed taxi. Arriving by rail? You are already in the city centre.
Compare airport transfers →Head for Thon Hotel Orion
Destination: Bradbenken 3, Bergen. Save the address before you set off, especially if your roaming isn't cooperating.
Open hotel map ↗Check in, then orient yourself
Hotel check-in and Silvensa event check-in are separate processes. Ask the organiser where event credentials or welcome materials are collected; that location is not yet confirmed here.
Orion hotel guide →Find your first activity
Check the activity’s actual meeting point rather than assuming every event starts in the hotel. Give yourself buffer time in winter.
Open programme →Flight cancelled or arriving late? Contact your transport operator, the hotel for your room, and the event organisers for activities affected by your arrival.
HOW THE EVENT WORKS
Registered is not the same as booked.
Silvensa has an official programme and its own booking conditions. Our guides help you plan; the official site is the source of record.
Event admission
Make sure you have completed event registration. Save your confirmation and any instructions the organisers send.
Register →Individual activities
Some activities can have separate reservations, prices, availability or limits. Check the official listing for each one.
Activities →Room and roommates
Book your room separately. For groups wishing to stay close, ask Thon directly; nearby and connecting rooms cannot be guaranteed here.
Room options →Changes & updates
Timings, meeting points and availability can change. Recheck the planner and official listing before travelling and on the day.
Latest updates →REGISTRATION FEES
Choose your bird.
Silvensa registration uses three different “Bird” fees. The joke is optional. Understanding what you are paying for is not.
Bird
The standard registration fee for attending Silvensa. Every participant must pay Bird.
This is the actual participation fee.Happy Bird
A completely voluntary way to contribute a little extra and help us make Silvensa even better.
No extra benefits — apart from making the organisers very happy.Angry Bird
A voluntary contribution that grants you the prestigious and entirely unofficial right to complain about the event afterwards. 😄
It does not change your programme access or participation.Bird is mandatory.Happy Bird supports Silvensa.Angry Bird gives you complaining rights.
FAMILIES AT SILVENSA
Yes, children are welcome at the ball.
There is no minimum age for the New Year’s Eve Masquerade Ball, and children may attend with their families. Alcohol will be served, and parents or guardians must decide whether a New Year’s party suits their children. The lounge at Thon Hotel Orion is an alternative. Other Silvensa activities may have different age rules.
Before you book
- Confirm whether your child needs separate event and activity tickets.
- Check family-room occupancy and bedding with Thon Hotel Orion.
- Ask organisers which other activities welcome under-18s.
- Confirm food, timing and arrangements for younger guests at the NYE Ball.
For an easier family trip
Build in indoor breaks. Bergen in December is beautiful, but rain, wind and shorter daylight hours are not particularly interested in your itinerary.
For a flexible afternoon, consider the city’s museums, a short waterfront walk or a warm café instead of planning every minute.
Free-time ideas →ACCESSIBILITY & INDIVIDUAL NEEDS
Ask before you arrive.
The hotel, gallery and off-site activities can have different arrangements. We will add verified step-free routes and facilities as they are confirmed.
Rooms & mobility
For an accessible room, lift access or specific mobility requirements, confirm your exact needs with the hotel before booking.
Ask Thon →Venue access
Ask the organisers about steps, lifts, toilets, seating and quieter areas at Galleri Nygaten; none should be assumed.
Ask organisers →Food allergies
Tell the organiser or venue about medically important dietary needs in advance, and confirm how cross-contact is handled.
Dietary question →Social & sensory needs
Need a quieter break, seating or another accommodation? Ask in advance. We will publish confirmed arrangements here as soon as available.
Contact team →31 DECEMBER 2026
A midnight worth dressing for.
New Year’s Eve is at Galleri Nygaten, Nygaten 7. Children may attend with no minimum age, but the party includes alcohol service and a midnight celebration; parents should decide if it suits their family. The lounge at Thon Hotel Orion is another option. Check the official listing for ticket rules, timing and dress guidance.
🎭 Dress
It is a masquerade ball, so enjoy dressing up. Mask requirements, final dress code and facilities should be checked with the organisers.
🧥 Winter reality
Elegant clothes indoors; waterproof outerwear and grippy shoes outdoors. Bergen will not reschedule the rain for you.
🕛 Getting home
Plan your return before midnight. Holiday transport may differ from normal service, so consult Skyss or pre-arrange a taxi if needed.
FIRST INTERNATIONAL MENSA EVENT?
Come alone. Leave with stories.
You do not need a pre-existing group, a perfect schedule or the ability to talk for six hours without stopping.
Social survival
Try one activity or conversation at a time. If you are attending alone, pick a shared-interest event as an easy starting point. It is entirely acceptable to step out for a break.
People have different social batteries. Curiosity tends to work better than trying to impress anyone.
What to plan
Leave gaps between activities, budget time for Bergen itself and check locations before saying yes to everything. Our planner can show overlaps; it cannot add extra hours to the day.
Programme and overlaps →SEARCHABLE FAQ
Questions people will absolutely ask.
Type a word such as “children”, “hotel”, “food” or “airport” to filter. Answers here are information, not replacements for booking terms.
Do I need to register for Silvensa and book a hotel separately?
Yes. Event registration and hotel accommodation are separate bookings. Check both confirmations and use the Silvensa Thon hotel booking page for your room.
Where is the main hotel?
Thon Hotel Orion, Bradbenken 3, Bergen. See the hotel guide for room choices and arrival options.
Is the New Year's Eve Masquerade Ball 18+?
No. There is no minimum age to attend with family. Alcohol will be served during the New Year’s Eve celebration, so parents or guardians should decide whether it is suitable for their children. The lounge at Thon Hotel Orion offers an alternative. Check the official activity listing for children’s ticket rules.
Are children allowed at every other activity?
Not necessarily. Confirm each activity’s age rules and any separate ticket requirements with the official activity listing.
Where do I collect my event badge?
The exact check-in and badge-collection procedure has not been published in this guide yet. Follow organiser instructions or ask the team before travelling.
What if my flight or train is delayed?
Tell your transport provider, contact the hotel about late room arrival, and email the organisers if it affects booked activities. Check your own cancellation conditions.
What if an activity is full or changes time?
Only the official activity system can confirm availability or changes. The planner is a convenience view, not a reservation confirmation.
Can I attend on my own?
Of course. Try a smaller activity as your starting point, leave breaks between events and approach conversation as an invitation, not a performance.
Can I order food to the hotel or my room?
Wolt and foodora can show takeaway and grocery delivery options for Thon Hotel Orion, Bradbenken 3, subject to opening hours and availability. Ask reception where to meet the courier: delivery to the lobby may be possible, but delivery to your room is not guaranteed. See the Apple and Android download links.
What about food allergies or dietary needs?
Contact the organiser or service provider in advance. Never rely on a menu description alone for a serious allergy or cross-contact risk.
Is Galleri Nygaten wheelchair accessible?
We have not yet verified the exact accessibility arrangements for the venue. Ask the organisers about entrance routes, stairs, lifts, accessible toilets and seating.
Do I need cash or a Norwegian phone number?
Cards are widely used in Norway, but check your bank and roaming arrangements before travelling. The Bergen Guide explains more.
How do I get from Bergen Airport to the hotel?
Compare Bybanen, Flybussen and taxi. Save Bradbenken 3 before departure.
What is open on New Year's Day?
Reduced holiday hours are common. Do not assume any individual shop, restaurant or attraction will be open; recheck shortly before your visit. See holiday survival.
What if I need urgent help?
For emergencies in Norway, use 110 (fire), 112 (police), 113 (medical). For event questions use 2026@silvensa.org. Keep the pocket guide handy.
No FAQ matches. Try a shorter word, or ask the organisers.