Zoetermeerders turn in 191.5 kilograms of fireworks
During the nationwide fireworks drop-off day in Zoetermeer, residents turned in a total of 191.5 kilograms of fireworks: 161 kilograms of consumer fireworks, 25.5 kilograms of flash/Category F4 fireworks, and 5 kilograms of emergency signals. The fireworks could be turned in anonymously and without a fine at the SilverDome parking lot. The collected fireworks will be disposed of and destroyed in a safe and responsible manner.
As of August 1, 2026, a ban on fireworks for private individuals has been in effect in the Netherlands. To give residents the opportunity to safely turn in any fireworks they still had at home without facing penalties, drop-off days were organized throughout the country. In Zoetermeer, residents could turn in their fireworks at SilverDome on October 8.
Mayor Michel Bezuijen visited the drop-off point and is pleased with the results of the campaign: “It’s great to see that residents have responded to this call. Every piece of fireworks that is turned in now will no longer be stored or set off illegally at home. That means fewer risks, less nuisance, and a safer Zoetermeer for everyone.”
Working Together to Ensure a Safe New Year's Eve
With the nationwide fireworks ban and initiatives such as fireworks drop-off days, the ministry, municipalities, emergency services, and residents are working together to ensure a safe and manageable New Year’s Eve. The municipality of Zoetermeer is organizing various activities around New Year’s Eve so that residents can ring in the New Year together even without private fireworks. For more information, visit New Year’s Eve 2026–2027.