FAQs

DO'S & DON'TS

A city trip to Decibel outdoor is a lot of fun, but there are also some rules you must follow. This is to make sure everybody has a great time and can enjoy the festival to the fullest! Not only now, but also during the upcoming years. Make sure you will read the following do's & don'ts carefully and check out which belongings you can and can't take to the festival.

DO

You can bring the following to the festival:

  • Earplugs
  • Power banks
  • Deodorant and sunscreen (In their original, sealed package. Pressurized spray cans and perfume bottles are not permitted.)
  • Medication (You need a doctor’s note to bring these)
  • Proof of identification (ID card, passport or driver’s license)
  • A sweater or jacket in case it cools down
  • Keep your ticket ready at the entrance ;)

DONT’S

You’re not allowed to bring the following to the festival:

  • Food & drinks
  • Fireworks
  • Speakers or music installations
  • Sharp knives and other tools
  • Mopeds/scooters, quads, and all other motorized vehicles
  • Drugs or other narcotic- or psychedelic mediates
  • Dry ice or laughing gas
  • Graffiti, spray cans, paint, etc.
  • Clothes that can be seen as provocative
  • No clothes, scarfs, or flags from soccer clubs
  • Stickers, flyers, or other promotional material
  • BBQs and GAS equipment
  • Don't bring your scooter or your bicycle on the campsite

  

SECURITY CHECK

Just like in previous years, you will get a security check at the entrance. This is for your own safety and there are some rules we ask you to follow up, so everybody can have a great experience. Make sure you have your tickets by hand at the entrance!

FOOD & DRINKS

There are enough establishments where you can buy food or drinks at the festival. You’re not allowed to bring your own food or drinks. This will be checked at the entrances.  

If you follow a specific diet for medical reasons, you need to be able to show a doctor’s note. Don’t have a doctor’s note? Please send us an email at info@b2s.nl.

FREE DRINKING WATER

Water is for everyone! That’s why you can always fill up your bottle or with water at the tap water points at the toilets.  

ZERO TOLERANCE

B2S adheres to the local police force's drugs policy. This is a zero-tolerance policy. This means that no form of soft and/or hard drugs is permitted, i.e., weed and hash are also prohibited. Police will be monitoring the situation closely. When you bring banned substances, you might be denied and will risk a fine or community service.

  

RESPECT YOUR SURROUNDINGS

You’re visiting a neat and well-maintained vacation park. Respect nature and throw your trash in the waste bins. Make sure you take all your personal belongings when you leave the festival.  

Respect all the beautiful things around you and treat them with care. This means that you won’t touch the decor and handle stuff that you don’t own properly. Hereby, everyone can enjoy Decibel outdoor even more!

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CONTACT

In case you have any questions about Decibel outdoor, don’t hesitate to contact us, we’re happy to help you! 

E-mail: info@b2s.nl

Whatsapp: +31102620082

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CELEBRATE SAFE

Take care of each other! Never leave someone alone when they’re feeling unwell. Friends who rave together, stay together. During Decibel outdoor, we celebrate safe. When you have questions about for example alcohol and/or drugs, go to the Celebrate Safe stand. The Unity staff will give you tips when you’re not feeling well, but go to first aid if you have serious complaints. They are there to help you. Check the Celebrate Safe [website](https://www.celebratesafe.nl "Celebrate Safe") for more information.

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FIRST AID

Feeling unwell, please go to the first aid or find other crew members. They are your friends and they are there for your safety. Be honest to them. The more they know, the better they can help you.

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LOST & FOUND

The lost & found post is located at the lockers at entrance North and South.

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TOILETS

There will be sufficient toilets at the festival grounds. The toilets are for free, so make sure you use them. At every toilet group, there is a toilet that is accessible to people with disabilities. The festival is organized in a natural environment, please respect this. Actions will be taken against public urinating.

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LOCKERS

Lockers will be available for rent. These may be used to store jackets, bags and other personal items.

These are the on site prices:  

Medium locker one day = €12,50

Large locker one day = €15,-

Medium locker full festival = €32,50

Large locker full festival = €35,-

You can pay with PIN or via a QR code. It’s not possible to pay with cash. A locker can be shared with two or three friends and you'll be able to access your locker throughout the event.

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ENTRANCE

On Friday, Entrance South will be open for Lakeside campsite visitors. Entrance North will be open for visitors with a FULL FSTVL ticket. The kiss & ride is also located at the North entrance on Friday.

On Saturday and Sunday, there are two main entrances to the festival site – North and South. Don't forget where you parked your car, where you were dropped off, or which entrance you used. Make sure you leave the festival at the same entrance to arrive at the correct parking- or boarding area. When you are dropped off at the North entrance, please ensure that you leave through the South entrance. There will be no kiss & ride pick up at the North entrance after the festival.

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DRUGS POLICY

B2S conforms to the local policy of Tilburg police. This is 'zero tolerance'. This means that no form of drugs (soft and/or hard drugs) are allowed. Cannabis or hash is therefore also not allowed inside the festival. We will search carefully under the supervision of the police. If you violate the zero-tolerance policy, you will be handed over to the police and denied access. Your ticket will no longer be valid.

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CAMERAS

Cameras, SLRs and video cameras may be taken into the festival. Take as many great photos and videos as you can and make sure to share them on social media! Professional recording equipment is not permitted without a media pass.

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CASHLESS AT DECIBEL OUTDOOR

Starting from the upcoming edition, Decibel outdoor will be completely cashless.

What does cashless payment at Decibel mean?
This means that during Decibel outdoor, you can pay with a debit card or smartphone. This allows you to pay directly, easily, safely, and quickly at the bars and food stands. Starting from this edition, we will no longer work with tokens – saving you quite some time!

How does cashless payment work?
When you want to buy food or drinks, you pay directly at the bars or food stands – easily, safely, and quickly – with your debit card or smartphone.

Can I still pay with cash?
Yes, you can still pay with cash at Decibel outdoor Festival. Cash can be converted to a cash card at the designated cash card points, which you can then use to pay at all bars and food stands.

It is not possible to hand in cash directly at the bars or food stands. The cash card points can be found at three locations on the festival site.

How much money can I put on a cash card?
A maximum of €150 per transaction, and the card can hold a maximum balance of €150.
This limit is set by anti-money laundering legislation.

Can I get my money back if there’s balance left on the card?
Yes! If there’s any money left on your cash card, you can request a refund.
Refunds are available from Wednesday, August 20 through Friday, August 22. A €2.95 refund fee will apply.

Simply visit redeem.whizz-kit.com or scan the QR code on your cash card and fill in your details.

Which bank cards can I use for payment?
Accepted bank cards are Mastercard/Maestro and Visa/V Pay.

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B2S RECYCLE TOKEN

We use a recycling system that ensures that plastic and tin waste can be recycled to a high standard. You will receive a recycle token from us upon arrival that you can hand in when ordering your first drink in a plastic cup/bottle or can.

  • How does it work?
  • First drink? Hand in your recycle token when you order at the bar.
  • Going to get your next drink or don’t want one yet? Take your empty cup/bottle/can to a bar or recycle point and trade it for a new drink or a recycle token.
  • Make sure you don’t lose your cup/bottle/can, otherwise it will cost you 0,5 token.
  • Going home? Take your empty cup/bottle with you to the bar and trade it for a recycle token. You can use the recycle token at all B2S events.

Please note: this token is not a consumption token and has no € value, it can only be used as a deposit.

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BELONGINGS

Your own food and beverages are not permitted on the festival site. If you have a special diet (medical reasons only), make sure your food is sealed in its own packaging. Medicines can only be taken in when you have a doctor’s note. In case you need your medication, but don’t have a doctor’s note, please contact us via info@b2s.nl. You can only bring items such as deodorant and sunscreen if they are in their original, sealed package. Pressurized spray cans and perfume bottles are not permitted.

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MINIMUM AGE

The minimum age for admission is 18. In case of any doubt, you may be asked to show identification proving your age. Please bring valid proof of identification with you so you do not risk being refused entry. Valid proof of identification includes a driver’s license, valid passport, or identity card. A copy or photo of your identification is not valid.

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GENERAL INFO

Decibel outdoor is the loudest festival on earth. Since 2002, it has been one of the biggest and most popular festivals within the harder styles scene. As of 2019, the annual event grew from one to three days on the most beautiful festival grounds The Netherlands has to offer. This is the place where music lovers with a passion for the harder styles come together. This is the city that offers everything you need. Make the most of your three full days on the festival terrain and explore musical experiences with over 300 artists divided among 12 different areas. Besides that, almost every stage changes genres each day. This means you can experience the epic festival terrain in the best way possible.

This city is your home. The city that never sleeps, but keeps on going! Besides the three festival days filled with musical madness, the party at the campsite never stops. The Decibel outdoor weekend has become a true phenomenon. Enjoy the famous camping vibe with all its secret activities, surprising pop-up parties and an overdose of unexpected craziness.

Welcome to Decibel outdoor. Let's LIVE LOUD!

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OPENING HOURS FESTIVAL AND CAMPSITE

FESTIVAL OPENING HOURS 

DECIBEL OUTDOOR FRIDAY [15:00 - 01:00HRS]

DECIBEL OUTDOOR SATURDAY [13:00 - 01:00HRS]

DECIBEL OUTDOOR SUNDAY [13:00 - 23:00HRS]

CAMPSITE OPENING HOURS 

COMFORT CAMPSITE FRIDAY 11:00

LAKESIDE CAMPSITE FRIDAY 12:00

LAKESIDE ACCOMONDATION FRIDAY 13:00 (check-in from 15:00)

COMFORT ACCOMONDATION & DECIBEL CITY HOTEL FRIDAY 14:00 (check-in from 16:00) 

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ADDRESS

Beekse Bergen 1

5081 NJ Hilvarenbeek

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