Serving Alcohol at an Event
If you want to serve and sell alcohol during an event, you need a permit from the municipality.
How does it work?
The following conditions apply to the serving and sale of alcohol during an event:
- You may not serve or sell alcohol to children under the age of 18.
- You may not serve or sell hard liquor (>15% alcohol) at the event.
- The person in charge of the alcohol:
- is at least 21 years old
- Has no history of misconduct (no criminal record)
What should I do?
You must apply for the exemption from the municipality where the event will be held. Please include the following information with your application:
- date of the event
- the times when you would like to serve alcohol
How long does it take?
You will be notified within 8 weeks whether you have been granted the exemption.
File an objection
If you disagree with the municipality's decision, you can file an objection within 6 weeks.
Additional Information
Please note! You must also apply for an event permit from the municipality before organizing an event.
Costs
€59.10 (2026)
Arrange it online right away
The municipality of Voorschoten uses DigiD. Would you like to learn more or apply for a DigiD? If so, please visit www.digid.nl
The municipality of Voorschoten uses eHerkenning. Would you like to learn more or apply for an eHerkenning account? Please visit www.eherkenning.nl.
Serving Alcohol, Exemption with eHerkenning