ADE
The summer is coming to an end. A few more nice weekends, but then… autumn is coming. And autumn means: Amsterdam Dance Event! In collaboration with Celebrate Safe, we have important information and tips for you so you can get the most out of ADE.
Enjoy ADE!
You are the most important ingredient to make ADE fantastic. Love your body! Check out our tips to make it an unforgettable time.
Respect each other’s beliefs and differences
There is no room on the dance floor for derogatory or discriminatory language, gestures or actions, any form of intimidation, racism, sexism, ableism, homophobia and transphobia or other targeted comments or expressions. Value and respect all people and feel responsible for creating a safe space for everyone.
I love my ears
Your ears are the gateway to the music. So be kind to your ears. When you are on the dance floor for a long time, your ears need protection. Get the onesize fits all ear plugs or rather the custom made earplugs. Ilovemyears.nl
Using alcohol or other drugs is never without risks
Using alcohol or other drugs always carries a risk. Read up before you use anything. By being well informed, you increase the fun and reduce the risks at the same time. Also see the Celebrate Safe tips below. And of course read the rest of the Unity website where there is much more information and tips to be found.
Know your limits and respect those of others
Know what you want and especially what you don’t want. Stick to it, in every way. Don’t let yourself be persuaded. Don’t stay longer if you don’t feel like it. Don’t get in a car with someone who is under the influence. Don’t kiss or have sex with someone if you don’t feel like it. If it doesn’t feel good to use drugs when your friends do, don’t do it. And the same goes the other way around. Just as you have boundaries, so does someone else. So don’t try to convince someone to do something they don’t want to do. Respect your own boundaries and those of others.
Love your body
During ADE you can party limitless. Still, it is important not to exhaust your body and to treat yourself to a rest every now and then between partying. Otherwise your battery will simply be empty at some point. Take time to chill and recharge. A recharged body means more fun! Try to sleep at your normal rhythm as much as possible. Catching up on sleep at other times will mess up your rhythm and won’t make you feel better. But some sleep is always better than no sleep!
Get home safe
Do not drive under the influence of alcohol or other drugs. Driving and being under the influence do not go together. Especially not if you are also tired after a party. Being under the influence and being tired greatly increases the chance of accidents. Think about the return trip in advance. Make sure you have a designated sober driver, take public transport or a taxi.
Take care of each other
Be kind to the people around you. If you see someone being harassed, ask: ‘Are you okay?’ And help this person to a quieter place or friends or ask for help from the crew. For more information about sexually transgressive behavior, check benjeoke.nl. If you see that someone is not feeling well? Walk with them to the first aid or talk to a member of the crew for help if necessary. If everyone looks out for each other, everyone has a chance of a fantastic ADE.
The crew is there to keep you safe
All event staff are there to make a great party. If you or someone else needs help, ask the nearest event staff member. Security is there to help you as well. If you are not feeling well, they will help you, regardless whether you have used drugs or not.
Celebrate Safe
Last but not least, enjoy but ‘Celebrate Safe’:
- Get enough sleep and at regular times.
- Do you still have earplugs and do they still fit well? Otherwise, buy a new set with a music filter to protect your ears. More information at ilovemyears.nl.
- Make sure you have plenty of tasty and healthy food in the fridge. Then you don’t have to leave the house after the party.
- Do you plan to use drugs? Then have them tested in time. Visit drugs-test.nl for a location near you. Come at least 1 week in advance, but preferably a little earlier because of the crowds. You can also go during the week of ADE. But there is no time left to send it to the lab if necessary. Still we might be able to help you, so do come!
- Did you know that condoms have an expiration date? Make sure you carry condoms. You never know where the evening ends.
- How do you get home? By taxi, shuttle bus or is someone the designated sober driver? Check your friends’ plans and agree what you will do if someone wants to leave early.
- Cancel the gym classes, partying is hard work! It is better to go for a walk after a weekend of partying than to do an intense workout.
- Remember: less is more, make sure you schedule some rest into your busy schedule.
- Take the time to read up on the risks of alcohol and other drugs so that you are not faced with any surprises. For example, at parties and clubs it is prohibited to have hard drugs with you. House rules about cannabis may differ.
- Do a ‘check in’ in advance with yourself or as a group of friends. Are you feeling comfortable and good? A party can enhance that feeling. Unfortunately, the same applies the other way around. Adjust your plans if necessary and look out for each other.
Stay informed of developments during ADE: Follow Unity on Facebook, and Instagram.
Check the agenda on the homepage for an overview of where you can meet us in person! during the day
Happy ADE!
Unity is present at the following parties during ADE:
16 October:
- Awakenings Marlon Hoffstadt
17 October:
- Awakenings Adam Beyer
18 October:
- Verknipt Zaandam
- Awakenings Four Tet
- Loveland x Paradise
- Into the woods
19 October:
- Into the woods
- Mystic garden
- DGTL Brutalismus 3000
- Awakenings Joseph Capriati
20 October:
- Awakenings Sunday closing
- Verknipt indoor
- DGTL Peggy Gou
- CODA / Pax / Ratherlost
Celebrate Safe 2018:
