Club PIP Den Haag

Yesterday my friends and I went to Pip, and the bouncer at the entrance asked to search my bag. Of course, I opened it and he searched it thoroughly. Then he found my nasal spray (I have a nasal condition that makes it impossible for me to breathe at times, so I need it with me every day) and told me I wasn’t allowed to have it with me. I didn’t see any sign anywhere stating that it was forbidden. I explained to him that I can’t not have it with me because it’s a health issue. He insisted, so I asked if it was possible for him to keep it and give it back to me when I left. He said no (honestly, my friend, why?), and at the same time he broke the top part of the spray while looking me straight in the eyes and threw it away. There were a lot of things everywhere inside the venue, but this guy—who thinks he holds all the power—decided that my nasal spray was dangerous. You’re a bouncer, sweetheart, not Michael Jordan. I wish you the best. :)

I’ve normally always been very positive about PIP. But my last few experiences were pretty mediocre.. Lots of people are yapping on the dance floor, don’t respect personal space, and interact only with their own group. My friend was pushed by someone so she could take more space. Another person wanted me to move aside in the crowd so she could take pictures of her friend, even though phone cameras were stickered! This may not be completely on the management, but a pleasant rave atmosphere was hard to find during the events I was there. Security was also quite unpleasant, they patrolled the crowd a lot and there was one guy standing next to the DJ like a personal bodyguard. Otherwise the venue and service are great.

I’ve been coming to PIP for over eight years and have always loved it. In the last few years, though, the atmosphere sometimes feels less friendly: there’s some pushing on the dance floor, people can come across as angry or arrogant, there are lots of tight-knit groups, and there are many phones and cameras on the floor. It takes away from the vibe a bit. I understand not everything is in your hands. It might help to briefly ask people at the entrance about PIP’s core values and remind them what you stand for. You could also be a bit stricter at the door or address people about their behavior. A clearer phone policy on the dance floor could help, too. I’m sharing this because I really value PIP and hope that warm, open atmosphere can shine again.

Worst club in the netherlands, there is many better clubs in den haag. Place to avoid

Paid €21 for a ‘rooftop party’ and was told by an employee that it is a “metaphorical rooftop.” Absolute waste of my time, my money, and most importantly, my Saturday night. Nothing disappoints more than realizing the fleeting nature of youth, and temporary nature of a summer weekend. Our days are numbered, and as a student, as are our finances. Tonight, I wasted both on admission to an event that was neither a party nor was it set on a rooftop. 0 stars.