komm schon Alter is for the fabulous 24+. NO KIDS ON THE DANCE FLOOR!

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• Bring your ID / passport. Komm Schon Alter is 24+.
• We kindly ask you to participate in security searches. This is mandatory!
• Pay attention to your personal belongings. Watch out for pick pockets.
• Mind your ears and wear earplugs.
• Smoking is allowed outdoors. Smoking is not allowed in tents and indoor areas.
• Don’t throw your sigarettes on the ground, put them in a pocket ashtray or garbage bin.
• Look sharp! By being here you give us permission to make and use images or sound recordings.
• Always follow the instructions of security guards and staff.
• When entering the site you automatically agree with these house rules.
• In cases that are not mentioned here, but which can still lead to discussion, the organization decides.

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• Carrying or dealing in hard drugs or other prohibited substances is prohibited.
• Be careful! The organisation is not liable for damage or injury unless this is the direct result of negligence.
• Own drinks, food, glass, cans, full plastic bottle, spray cans, fireworks and animals/pets cannot enter.
• Weapons or other dangerous objects are prohibited.
• Physical or verbal violence, discriminatory or intimidating behaviour, sexual harassment and/or intimidating behaviour will not be tolerated.
• You may not wear or bring any clothing with provocative or an offensive print.
• Stealing or losing other people’s belongings is prohibited.
• You cannot sell back to us or save tokens / consumption vouchers for another event.
• Bringing professional audio- and video equipment, handing out flyers and/or other promotional activities are prohibited, unless agreed otherwise.

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Please celebrate safe. Take care of one another and read how to be a responsible Alter here. If you feel unsafe in any way, please go to the security staff. They are trained in all kinds of situations and know how to help you.

Code of Conduct

At komm schon Alter, we strive to organize events where everyone feels welcome, safe, and valued. Our shared love for music, dancing, and art brings us together, and we do everything we can to create an environment where respect and inclusivity are paramount. Harassment, discrimination, or any other harmful behavior has no place here.

This Code of Conduct applies to everyone—attendees, crew, volunteers, and anyone interacting with us online. By participating in a komm schon Alter event, you agree to uphold these principles and help prevent bullying, harassment, and racism. Together, we ensure that everyone can be themselves and enjoy the festival. There will be a Social Safety Team at the festival at the Social Safety Hub, situated next to the First Aid post. 

Failure to comply with the Code of Conduct may result in measures ranging from a warning to removal from the event or a ban from future events.

Let’s create a safe, respectful, and unforgettable experience together!
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Guidelines

Zero Tolerance for Harassment

We do not tolerate any form of harassment or threats, whether at the festival or on our online platforms. This includes behavior directed at someone’s:

• Race or ethnicity
• National origin
• Gender identity or expression
• Sexual orientation
• Age
• Disability (visible or invisible)
• Religion
• Citizenship status

Harassment includes, but is not limited to:

• Offensive or hurtful comments
• Physical violence
• Unwanted physical contact
• Unwanted sexual attention
• Taking unwanted photos or videos
• Bullying or stalking
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What can you do if you witness this?

• Address the person directly if it feels safe
• Inform a crew member or visit the Social Safety Hub
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Consent is Always Essential

Respect and consent are our top priorities. Respect others’ boundaries and communicate clearly.

Consent must always be explicit: an enthusiastic yes means yes. Consent can be withdrawn at any time, even in the middle of a conversation or dance. If someone is unsure or does not respond, this means no consent.
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‍Accessibility and Inclusion

We want our festival to be accessible to everyone. This means:

• Every toilet block is equipped with a wheelchair accessible toilet.
• The shuttle buses are equipped with wheelchair-accessible facilities.
• Low-stimulus area (located next to the First Aid station).
• Ramps will be provided where necessary to navigate elevations and high thresholds.
• Bar menus will be placed at eye level on the corners of every bar.
• Track mats (road plates) will be installed where needed, such as at the entrance.
• Accessible parking is located as close as possible, directly adjacent to the festival site.
• Comprehensive information about available facilities and tailored assistance where possible.
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‍Support for Victims and Those Affected

We are always available for those who feel unsafe. What happens when you report an incident?

• Our team listens without judgment and provides appropriate care and support, including for those affected
• We take every report seriously and ensure appropriate action
• You can report anonymously if you prefer
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Enjoy Responsibly

A festival is a place to relax and have fun, but we ask you to consume alcohol and other substances responsibly. Do you or does someone around you need help? Our crew is here for you. Also, remember to protect your hearing and listen to your body when it needs rest.
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Respect for the Environment

Help us keep the festival clean and green! Use waste stations, do not leave trash behind, and contribute to a more sustainable experience. Please also return all deposit items to the bar or another return point.
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Collective Responsibility

We all contribute to a safe festival experience. Have you experienced or witnessed something concerning?

• First and foremost: always make sure the victim or person affected is safe and always side with them. Follow their lead: what do they want or need at that moment? Do they have friends they can contact?
• Speak to a crew member for assistance. This can be someone at the bar or walking around with a walkie. Everyone will know what to do and can assist you.
• Ask for our Social Safety Team or the location of the Social Safety Hub. They are trained to support you, confidentially.
• Trust that our crew will do everything possible to de-escalate threatening situations and to take care of the victim or person(s) affected. Their health and safety is our first priority.
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The Social Safety Hub

The Social Safety Hub is dedicated to your mental and emotional well-being and is located next to the low-stimulus area and First Aid station. Here you can:

• Seek support if you feel physically or mentally unwell or unsafe
• Report incidents, including anonymously
• Talk to our trained team about your concerns

In case of medical cases, please report to First Aid directly. Not sure or you don’t feel comfortable to go to First Aid straight away? Please go to the Social Safety Hub first, they will help you in case any next steps are needed.

With these guidelines, we can ensure a festival where everyone feels welcome and safe. Let’s enjoy, dance, and take care of each other!

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The roads that lead to Das Festival are busy. To prevent traffic jams and delays, it’s crucial to think about how you travel to Das Festival. We also value keeping the area livable for the locals a lot. We are a guest at the Tuinen van West and it’s pertinent that we behave as such, with respect and good manners as Alters know how to do! To be transparent with you, the future of our festival site is also up for review at the end of the year and the impact we all make on the surrounding neighborhoods is a crucial factor. So, please read this information carefully and please, please comply with our instructions!  

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By bike

The best way to come to Das Festival is by bike! It’s not only the greenest and healthiest option, but you help me a lot by not filling up the roads with motorized vehicles. Depending on where you live, De Tuinen van West are a short and sweet bike ride away. Gather your friends, grab some BVO’s (for the non-Dutchies: beers or drinks for the road) and make a party out of it (just don’t throw your trash by the roadside!). And think about how relaxing and cooling the way back can be after a day of dancing! Navigate to Pieter Moeskopspad 20.

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By shuttle bus

If cycling is not an option for you, the next best thing is going by shuttle bus. A return ticket costs €10, you can buy a ticket in my ticketshop. The buses will depart often near Sloterdijk Station, follow the signs.

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By car

There is a parking directly next to Das Festival: navigate to Nico Broekhuysenweg 8 and follow the signs from there. Parking space is very limited, so make sure you buy your parking ticket online in advance in my ticketshop and keep in mind: full is full. I do strongly advise you to travel by different means of transportation. There’s a great shuttle bus service from Station Sloterdijk and of course, the greenest and healthiest option: by bike.
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Make sure you buy your ticket in advance, because full is full. Please don’t be stubborn and try to park in the surrounding neighbourhood, cars will be checked and turned around. Also bear in mind that we want to keep a good relationship with our neighbours and following these directions allows us to keep organizing Das Festival.
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Lastly, if you are an Alter with a disability and need to park close to Das Festival, that’s possible! I have a few parking spots at Das Festival reserved just for you. From there it’s 2 minutes to the visitor’s entrance where you and your friends can enter. Just send me an e-mail at info@kommschonalter.de.
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Taxi’s can navigate to Tom Schreursweg 8. For Uber use: Bok de Korverweg 4. But please avoid using these services at all costs if you can, or only use them to travel to Amsterdam Sloterdijk and take a shuttle bus from there. This will make a huge difference! Kiss & Ride can navigate to Bok de Korverweg 4 and follow the directions from there.

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Lost your ticket? Look for the confirmation e-mail from Eventix/Weeztix. If you can't find the e-mail, check this page or contact them to request your tickets again via tickets@weeztix.com.

Lockers for Das Festival can be bought via this link.

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Medium locker size: 22cm x 25cm x 50cm

Large locker size: 36cm x 25cm x 50cm

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All Alters should feel welcome and comfortable at Das Festival. Since last year I’ve been working on making Das Festival more accessible for Alters with a handicap. In the FAQ items below you can find more information about the different facilities available for you. If you miss information or if you have questions or tips, send me an e-mail to accessibility@kommschonalter.de, it’s greatly appreciated.

Entering Das Festival

• In our view, accessibility must go hand in hand with inclusivity. That is why I have made our regular visitor entrance ready for everyone. Yes, it is on a grass field, but the grass has been neatly mown. At the entrance, we have created a path of road plates starting from the paved road, leading down via a ramp, which you then follow until you are past the security check. This is the far-right gate, which is wider and designed so that you and your friends can enter together.
• If you are not comfortable with big crowds, please make sure you arrive before the peak at the entrance, so no later than 14:00. This way you’re assured of a smooth and easy entrance.
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Transportation to Das Festival

There are different ways to get to Das Festival:

• There are special parking spots reserved for Alters with a disability. From there, it’s just a minute walk or ride to the crew entrance. Please send an email to accessibility@kommschonalter.de and request to buy a parking ticket. Costs are €15.
• You can take the shuttle bus from Sloterdijk Station (follow the signs to get to the shuttle busses), there are wheelchair-accessible busses and our crew is informed. From the bus stop it’s a 10 minute walk or ride to the visitor’s entrance, most of it on paved paths. Make sure you skip the path via the bike racks.
• If you take a taxi or if someone drops you off, it’s a 10 minute walk or ride to the visitor’s entrance. Let the driver follow the crew signs to the taxi stand.
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Accessibility of the festival grounds

All roads on my festival ground are either asphalt or hard surfaced. Please take note that the rest of the festival grounds surface is grass. So far I’ve always been lucky with little rain before Das Festival, but if I run out of luck this year and the grass is muddy (don’t jinx it), I will create more hard surfaced paths across the grounds.

Also an important piece of information: part of the festival grounds is ascending. The hills aren’t steep, but it may be less accessible for some individuals.

The two main stages, Altersheim and Tanz Bühne, feature a dance floor on the grass. This has been neatly mowed, and we expect it to be dry and easily accessible. You can reach these stages via paved paths. Das Verlangen is covered and has a paved floor, making it fully accessible. However, it is a smaller space and can get crowded inside, but please explore its hidden garden terrace. Kiez Klub is located on a fully paved road with plenty of space around it to relax and dance.
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Other facilities (toilets, low-stimulus area & other things)

There are two toilets that are wheelchair-accessible, one at each toilet unit. Keep in mind they are located on the left front side, or as we like to say in Dutch: Linksvoor.

There is a low-stimulus area at the first aid post with comfortable seats, plants and if needed noise canceling headphones.

At the first aid post there also is a secluded changing and cleaning space, which you can also use to change your stoma if needed (this is not possible in the wheelchair-accessible toilets). There is running water, electricity, a mobile hoist and a fridge to store medicine.

Furthermore, there are lockers at a comfortable height reserved for Alters who use wheelchairs. Please go to the locker service desk and ask for this specifically.
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Check our my festival map.

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Das Festival 2026 will take place on May 23rd from 12:00 till 23:00 at de Tuinen van West.

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Every summer needs a proper closing moment. I think ours is now planned and decided.

Another round of Das Mini Festival, not to be confused with our big Das Festival edition in May. One last outdoor gathering before the season slowly moves back indoors.

You can expect a familiar mix of melodic house and techno, a few different corners to explore, and plenty of time to catch up with fellow Alters on the dancefloor.

Thuishaven always has that relaxed late-summer energy, the kind where you arrive for “just a few hours” and somehow stay much longer.

Das Mini Festival Summer Edition is coming up.

Will you join me?

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Lost your ticket? Look for the confirmation e-mail from Eventix/Weeztix. If you can't find the e-mail, check this page or contact them to request your tickets again via tickets@weeztix.com.

To prevent fraud, your festival tickets are sealed until the day before an event.

Then, you can download your e-ticket AFTER personalisation. To do this, go to the confirmation e-mail from Eventix/Weeztix (or look it up via https://weeztix.com/search) and follow the instructions.

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Tickets for komm schon Alter you can be found in the ticketshop on this website. Besides here, Ticketswap is the only platform where I can guarantee the safety of the ticket.

Do you want to sell a ticket? Look up the confirmation email from Eventix/Weeztix, click on 'download tickets', scroll down and you will see a Ticketswap link. If you've lost your confirmation e-mail, look it up via www.weeztix.com/search.

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