Selfie sticks banned at Dutch outdoor festivals

selfie stickTwo of the biggest Dutch summer music festivals have banned selfie sticks from this year’s event, saying they are a danger to visitors and spoil the view for others, broadcaster Nos says on Monday.

Down The Rabbit Hole, PITCH and North Sea Jazz have also said they don’t want to see the sticks at their events. ‘Safety is the most important reason,’ said Mojo Concerts spokesman Junior van der Stel. ‘The same goes for umbrellas and laser pens.’

The Ziggo Dome concert hall banned selfie sticks some time ago, saying they spoil the atmosphere. Some Dutch amusement parks and museums have already taken similar steps.

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