Event Categorization Questionnaire

How do you know if you are going to organize an A, B, or C event? By answering the questions below, you will get an indication of the type of event. Tick what applies to your event and add up all the points. The result is only an indication! 

  • A event 10 points or less
  • B event 11 to 24 points
  • C event 25 points to higher

The type of permit determines the amount of information you must provide and the processing time for the permit application. A permit application takes between 2 and 8 weeks. For questions, you can email nl .

Activity Profile

What kind of event is this?Number of points
Car or motorcycle sport event2
Cycling or running competition2
Stock Exchange0
Neighborhood party0
Corso or parade0
Presentation / promotion0
Fair1
Controversial event3
Extreme sport3
Marathon5
Festival1
Market or fair0
Music event1
Other event0
Tour (bicycle/inline skates/motorcycle/car)1
Air show5
Walking march0
How long does the event last?Number of points
1 day during the day0
1 day, evening / night2
Multi-day3
Multi-day with overnight stay5
What kind of music is being played?Number of points
Jazz / classical0
Urban / hip hop / R&B3
House / dance5
Pop / rock1
Metal / hard rock1
Dutch / life song1
Background music0
Other type of music0
Not applicable0
Will fireworks be set off?Number of points
Yes, professional fireworks (≥ 100 kg)0
Ja, professioneel vuurwerk (< 100 kg)1
No0

Audience profile

Is there a chance of the presence of conflicting groups or activists?Number of points
Yes5
No0
What is the age range of the target group?Number of points
All ages1
0-12 years (without parents/guardians)2
0-12 years (with parents/guardians)1
12-18 years (without parents/guardians)2
12-18 years (with parents/guardians)1
18-40 years3
40-65 years0
Older than 65 years1
What is the maximum number of simultaneous visitors / spectators / participants?Number of points
0 to 1500
150 to 10,0001
10,000 to 50,0003
More than 50,0005
Are alcohol and/or drugs being consumed?Number of points
No0
Yes, drinks are served1
Yes, excessive drinking is expected3
Yes, drugs are being used3
Yes, both alcohol and drugs are used5

Spatial profile

What is the location of the event?Number of points
Dynamically through the city3
Event at 1 location0
Event at 1 or more locations2
Both fixed at one location and dynamically through the city5
What type of location and/or terrain is the event taking place at?Number of points
Indoor location1
Outdoor location, paved0
Outdoor location, unpaved3
Outdoor location, on water / natural ice3
Outdoor location, on water / natural ice5
Are there any consequences for the road network (e.g. closures)?Number of points
Neighborhood1
Municipality2
Regional3
No consequences0
Are there any consequences for public transport?Number of points
Neighborhood1
Municipality2
Regional3
No consequences0