Illegal rave shut down at an under-construction Amsterdam Police Station

Not the usual location for an illegal rave. 

Authorities were called to close down an illegal rave in the heart of Amsterdam last week. The rave was taking place in an under-construction Police Station! 

On 21st January, Police were called to a gathering in the Zeeburg district where around 300 partygoers were caught flaunting restriction rules. 

According to a report in NME, nightlife revellers were still attempting to gain entry to the event by climbing walls and cutting holes in fences. The police confirmed that two people – a 19-year-old and a 20-year-old — had been arrested in connection with organising the rave. 

The police also reported that all of the sound systems and equipment used for the party had been seized. 

According to a spokesperson, the illegal rave wasn’t the only illicit event to take place in Amsterdam this weekend. While cops were busy shutting down that party, their colleagues were attending events elsewhere in the Zeeburg area and elsewhere in the city. Between 150 and 200 people were reported to have attended a rave in Korte Papaverweg on the same weekend. 

As of Wednesday 26th January, cafes, bars and hospitality venues have reopened in Amsterdam, with reduced capacity and curfews in place. Patrons must also still display a COVID pass to gain entry to venues.