After being forced closed due to COVID-19 restrictions since December 2021, clubs in Berlin are now officially re-opening on March 4th.
Berlin Clubs Set to Reopen Next Month
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NTIA and UKDSA Respond to UK Rolling Back COVID-19 Restrictions
Two nightlife-associated trade groups, the NTIA (Night Time Industries Association) and the UKDSA (UK Door Security Association), both issued statements regarding the U.K. government’s decision to lift all COVID-19 restrictions.
Italy Extends COVID-19 Restrictions Another Ten Days
The Italian government has decided to extend COVID-19 restrictions will run for another ten days, effectively keeping nightclubs closed down in the process.
UK to Scrap COVID-19 Entry Requirements for Clubs
U.K. COVID-19 restrictions requiring either proof of vaccination or a negative lateral flow test in order to enter a club will end soon.
SBA Rejects 30% of Venue Relief Applicants
The Small Business Association (SBA), which is in charge of a program providing COVID-19 relief to shuttered venues, has rejected 30% of its applicants. This move has left billions of dollars sitting in the fund.
Berlin Clubcommission Calls for Dancing Ban to be Lifted
Clubcommission is calling on the German government to rescind its recent ban on dancing and replace it with a PCR testing system.
Around 40% of UK Ticket Holders Not Attending Events Due to COVID-19
Music Venue Trust, a U.K. charitable organization aimed at protecting music venues, estimates that 40% of ticket holders aren’t attending music events.
French Nightclubs to Close for at Least Four Weeks
Nightclubs all over France are closing for at least four weeks thanks to a rise in COVID-19 cases.
Dancing in Berlin Clubs Banned from December 8th
In a move to curb the spread of infection, clubs in Berlin will remain open at 50% capacity. Dancing inside them is banned, however.
Berlin Nightclubs Forced to Adhere to 50% Capacity Limits
Following an announcement at a Berlin press conference, Berlin clubs are restricted to 50% capacity since November 27th onwards.
Nightclubs in Berlin to Operate at 50% Capacity Beginning Saturday
Starting on Saturday, November 27th, nightclubs in the city of Berlin will operate at 50% capacity.
Bavarian Clubs Close Amid Rise of COVID-19 Cases in Germany
As of November 22nd, clubs in the German state of Bavaria must remain closed for three weeks. The closure is part of a short-term, partial lockdown of the region due to increasing COVID-19 cases.
Dutch Nightclubs Closing at Night Amid 3-Week Partial Lockdown
The Dutch government recently imposed a three week-long lockdown to combat rising COVID-19 cases, forcing clubs to close at night.
19 COVID-19 Infections Tied to Berghain as Cases Spike in Germany
World-famous Berlin nightclub Berghain’s first recorded outbreak arrived during a surge of COVID-19 cases that followed Germany’s reopening.
UK Report Finds That 1/3 of Music Industry Jobs Lost Due to Pandemic
Music industry advocate UK Music has released a report showing that about one third of industry jobs were lost due to the pandemic.
Los Angeles Imposes Proof of Vaccination Mandate for Indoor Venues
As of October 14th, Los Angeles businesses must ask for proof of at least one vaccine shot before allowing entry to customers.
Italy Reopens Nightclubs at Half Capacity
Italy’s reopening now expands to nightclubs, which can operate at 50% capacity for indoor shows and 75% for outdoor events.
NTIA Reports 86K COVID-19-Related Nightlife Job Losses in the UK
The Night Time Industries Association (NTIA) commissioned a report detailing COVID-19’s economic impact on the U.K. nightlife industry.
Norway’s Nightlife Resumes after Government Lifts all COVID-19 Restrictions
After over a year and a half of being shuttered due to restrictions set forth in response to COVID-19, Norway’s nightlife is open once again.
Return of Ibiza Nightlife All but Confirmed, Pending TSJB Decision
Ibiza clubs are likely to reopen from October 8th. The final decision depends on whether the TSJB approves the use of COVID-19 passports.
Berghain’s Klubnacht Events to Return After 19 Months
From October 2nd onwards, legendary Berlin club Berghain will be opening doors for the first time since lockdown kicked in in early 2020.
Dutch Concert Venues and Bars to Require “Corona-Pass” for Entry
Thanks to promising vaccinations numbers, the Dutch government is slowly easing COVID-19 restrictions for bars and music venues.
UK Government Walks Back Vaccine Passport Requirement Warnings for Nightclubs
The COVID-19 passport requirement for England’s nightclubs could come into effect just days after the government rescinded the order.
2022 Winter NAMM Moved to June due to Ongoing Pandemic Concerns
The National Association of Music Merchants (NAMM) has made the difficult decision to cancel its 2022 winter event, moving it to summer 2022.
Cornwall Festival Boardmasters Possibly Linked to Thousands of COVID-19 Cases
Nearly 5,000 COVID-19 cases have been linked to Boardriders, the Cornwall, U.K. music, surf, and skateboarding festival.
Priti Patel Reportedly Overstated 2020 Illegal UK Rave Figures
According to an investigation, U.K. Home Secretary Priti Patel shared incorrect data when justifying lawmaker response to the illegal raves.
Unmute Us! Protests in the Netherlands Draw over 70,000 Attendees
Over 70,000 people in the Netherlands attended the Unmute Us! marches in protest of the government’s current ban on large-scale events.
Taipei Nightclub Pawnshop launches Fundraiser to Avoid Permanent Closure
Taipei nightlife fixture Pawnshop is seeking financial aid to avoid a permanent closure after COVID-19 shutdowns across Taiwan.
UK Government Confirms Large Event Pilots Were Not COVID-19 Superspreaders
The Event Research Programme tracked COVID-19 cases of 37 large-scale events like Download Festival, Latitude Festival, and sporting events.
Berlin Indoor Dancing Ban Lifted after Emergency Decision
After a Berlin club operator filed a lawsuit, the Berlin administrative court has lifted the indoor dancing ban in an emergency decision.