haarlemAug 31, 2026, 12:00

Still have fireworks at home? Hand them in on October 1st

As a new nationwide firework ban takes effect in the Netherlands, residents are invited to dispose of prohibited fireworks without penalty. A special amnesty collection event will be held in Haarlem on October 1, 2026, allowing citizens to surrender their fireworks anonymously and free of charge.

Following the implementation of a nationwide firework ban in the Netherlands on August 1, 2026, residents are encouraged to dispose of any remaining prohibited fireworks safely. While local restrictions have been in place in Haarlem for several years, the new national mandate prohibits the possession, purchase, transport, and discharge of all fireworks, excluding category F1 items such as sparklers and popping candy.

To assist with compliance, the national government is hosting an amnesty collection day on Thursday, October 1, 2026. Residents in Haarlem can surrender their unwanted fireworks at the designated collection point located at the IJsbaan Haarlem parking lot on IJsbaanlaan 2. The event, which runs from 8:00 AM to 5:30 PM, allows citizens to hand over fireworks anonymously, free of charge, and without the risk of facing penalties or fines.

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Based on reporting by haarlem. Translated and condensed by LocalHeadlines.

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