The fair, normally characterized by music, colorful lighting, and a lot of activity, can be overwhelming for some visitors. For this reason, the local administration has asked the fairground operators to turn down or switch off the music during the afternoon. Flashing lights and other intense stimuli will also be limited as much as possible.
With this initiative, Blankenberge aims to ensure that children and adults sensitive to stimuli can also enjoy the fair in a calm and pleasant way. The administration emphasizes that a small adjustment can make a big difference for these visitors and their families.
This marks a first step towards a more stimulation-friendly fair experience in Blankenberge. Afterwards, the experiences of both visitors and fairground operators will be collected. This feedback will help determine if this initiative can be continued at future fairs.
