Den Bosch Cancels Carnival Thursday Due to Overcrowding

The city council of Den Bosch, Netherlands, has decided to stop celebrating Carnival Thursday due to excessive crowds and resulting problems. The decision followed years of struggling with the event's impact on local businesses and accessibility. The council implemented new restrictions on opening hours for bars and restaurants to manage the crowds, while allowing celebrations to continue in surrounding towns.

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