Pukkelpop 2025 drew a massive crowd to Kiewit, with over 66,000 visitors daily, making safety a top priority. On 2025-08-20 01:51:00, local authorities praised the smooth coordination between police, medical teams, and festival organisers ensuring a secure environment.
- Burgemeester benadrukt 24/7 veiligheidssamenwerking
- Medische interventies stijgen naar 5.291 gevallen
- Psychologen bieden continu hulp op festival
- Politie registreert 40 aangiftes en arrestaties
- Fietsenstalling verwerkt 15.000 fietsen efficiënt
- Jessa ziekenhuis behandelt 60 festivalbezoekers
Despite rising attendance, the festival maintained a calm atmosphere, with only a slight increase in medical interventions compared to last year. The presence of psychologists at every aid post marked a new step in addressing mental health concerns among festival-goers.
How did the organisers manage to keep incidents low amid such crowds? And what lessons can Belgian festivals learn from Pukkelpop’s approach? Let’s explore the key safety highlights and challenges from this year’s event.
What made Pukkelpop’s safety record stand out this year? The festival’s integrated approach combined several factors:
- Continuous 24/7 monitoring by police, fire brigade, and medical teams ensured rapid response.
- Psychologists on-site helped address rising mental health needs under the ‘We Care A Lot’ initiative.
- Despite 40 police reports and some arrests, incidents remained mostly minor, with effective drug and traffic controls.
- High bicycle usage reduced traffic congestion, reflecting successful local mobility planning.
Looking ahead, can other Belgian festivals adopt Pukkelpop’s comprehensive safety and health strategies? With growing crowds expected, continuing to innovate in mental health support and traffic management will be key to keeping festivals safe and enjoyable for all.
