Netherlands trade body publishes festival manifesto
The Dutch Association of Event Organisers (VVEM) has put forward 24 proposals to maintain a healthy festival climate
News By James Hanley | 27 August 2025
Dutch trade body the Association of Event Organisers (VVEM) has released a manifesto aimed at maintaining a healthy festival climate in the Netherlands.
The VVEM’s Party of the Future report says the festival industry has come under pressure due to high costs, staff shortages, and complex regulations, and is advocating for structural recognition in government policy.
The organisation has drafted 24 proposals designed to address the sector’s problems, and is bidding to work with the authorities to promote education,…
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