WILLEMSTAD - Nightclubs are allowed to stay open longer in December. The opening hours for both nightclubs and year-end parties are specially adjusted for the festive month of December. This was announced by the Ministry of Justice via Facebook. 

Nightclubs can remain open until 5:00 in the morning without requiring an additional permit. According to the Ministry of Justice, this is to contribute to evening activities. 

The new opening hours will be effective from December 15.