Serving alcohol during event
Only catering establishments with an Alcohol License may serve alcohol. Do you want to sell alcohol at an event? Then you must apply for an dispensation.
Rules when serving alcohol at an event
- A dispensation is given only for events of up to 12 days (consecutive).
- You may not sell liquor (>15% alcohol).
- You may not sell alcohol to persons under the age of 18.
- The Alcohol Act states that serving alcohol must be done under the direct supervision of a supervisor*. This means that a supervisor must always be present at a tapping point.
- Do you want to install multiple taps? If so, you must specify more supervisors in your application. The municipality recommends two supervisors per tap point.
* Supervisors must meet a number of legal requirements:
- Persons are at least 21 years old.
- The individuals do not have bad living habits.
- For large events (category B or C), supervisors must also have a "Declaration of Social Hygiene.
Requesting a exemption
Apply for the dispensation 8 weeks before (the start of) the event.
Note! You must also apply for a permit or submit a notification to organize an event.
Costs
| Description | Costs |
|---|---|
| Application for dispensation to serve alcohol during event | € 182,83 |
Price changes and typographical errors reserved.
How long will it take?
You will be notified within 8 weeks whether you will receive the waiver.
Objecting
Do you disagree with the municipality's decision? You can object within 6 weeks of the date on the decision.