Fluidity Forum 2026 unites rationalists, burners, and metamodern thinkers in Detroit
Annual gathering offers presentations, group singing, and a pay-what-you-can model
Fluidity Forum 2026, organized by NormanPerlmutter and hosted on LessWrong, is an annual gathering in Detroit that blends rationalism, post-rationalism, and Burning Man culture. Over a long weekend, attendees stay together in a shared AirBnB, giving presentations on topics like metarationality, internal family systems, conflict resolution, and comparative religion. The event emphasizes open-mindedness, bias awareness, and active participation—whether through talks, art, or kitchen volunteering. Group singing, gaming, and homemade food round out the experience. The culture encourages treating biases as participants rather than controllers, fostering deep, authentic connections.
The event is designed to be accessible: shared sleeping accommodations and a pay-what-you-can option remove financial barriers. This year's guest of honor is Jess Camp of Jess Camp, flying in from Europe. Fluidity Forum also serves as an anchor for a year-round community in Detroit that includes Authentic Relating gatherings and attendance at Lakes of Fire (the Michigan regional Burning Man event). The official description highlights themes of metamodernity, sense-making, and civilizational redesign, attracting bloggers and enthusiasts interested in thinking about thinking. Attendees are expected to contribute rather than just consume, making it a participatory, culture-building experience.
- Annual long-weekend house party in Detroit with talks on metarationality, sense-making, and civilizational redesign
- Pay-what-you-can pricing and shared rooms to ensure accessibility for the community
- Guest of honor Jess Camp from Europe; event connects to year-round activities like Authentic Relating and Lakes of Fire
Why It Matters
Fosters a niche but influential community at the intersection of rationalism, Burning Man culture, and metamodernity