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From Bevrijdingspop to the Paardenmarkt: experience Liberation Day from your couch with NH

From Bevrijdingspop to the Paardenmarkt: experience Liberation Day from your couch with NH

NH is providing comprehensive coverage of Liberation Day celebrations throughout the province, including the major Bevrijdingspop festival in Haarlem featuring artists like DI-RECT and S10. To prevent overcrowding issues seen last year, Haarlem organizers have introduced enhanced security and safety measures for the 2024 edition. Festivities are also taking place in Amsterdam, ranging from dance parties at Westerpark to the traditional closing concert on the Amstel.

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