Overview

• The Haaner Kirmes runs from 26 to 30 September and opened with a parade and keg tapping led by Mayor Bettina Warnecke.
• Police issued Betretungsverbote to keep known violent offenders away from the event and prevent disturbances.
• The Verwaltungsgericht Düsseldorf confirmed the police danger prognosis for a 16-year-old resident based on prior violent incidents, including bodily harm.
• Mayor Warnecke praised the ruling and said violent offenders have no place at the city’s traditional festival.
• Showmen’s president Albert Ritter underscored the priority on safety and thanked police, fire and rescue services supporting the event.