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Kleverparkfestival ends after forty years: 'It’s run its course, our permit became 1500 percent more expensive'

Kleverparkfestival ends after forty years: 'It’s run its course, our permit became 1500 percent more expensive'

The Kleverparkfestival in Haarlem is being discontinued after forty years due to a 1500 percent increase in permit costs. It is the second event in the city to recently announce its cancellation, following a similar decision by the Houtfestival organizers.

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

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