Organize an event

How does it work?

The municipality decides whether you will be granted a permit. You may have to comply with certain rules, such as:

• a maximum number of people
• a specific start and end time
• no music before or after a certain time
• no activities on the road or that disrupt traffic
• do not place large objects

What should I do?

• Apply for the permit at the municipality.
• For large events, you must do this at least 16 weeks in advance. For medium-sized events, you must do this at least 8 weeks in advance.
• If you only need to submit a notification, please do so at least one week in advance.
• Provide the following information:
  • name of the organizer
  • name of the contact person at the event
  • description of activities at the event
  • date and time of the event
  • date and time of setting up and dismantling the event
  • expected number of visitors or participants
  • available support teams, such as first aid and security
  • whether streets need to be closed
  • expected noise (type, time, location)
  • power supply method
  • whether you serve low-alcohol beverages
  • drawing of the event site or the route of, for example, a parade
  • technical data on structures at the event site
  • how and by whom the site or route will be cleaned up afterwards

Other permits or exemptions

You may need to apply for other permits or exemptions. These could include an environmental permit, a parking exemption, directional signs, or an exemption for serving alcohol.

How long will it take?

• You will receive notification from the municipality within 8 weeks as to whether you will be granted the permit.
• For medium-sized events, you will receive a response within 6 weeks.

Notification of small event

You will be notified if the municipality requires you to comply with certain rules. You will also be notified if your event is prohibited. You will receive this notification within 5 working days after you have submitted your notification.