Audiovisual technology in Hoorn

AV productions in the harbour town of Hoorn

Hoorn looks out over the water and carries its past as a trading town with pride. The old harbour with the Hoofdtoren, the stately merchant houses and the lively square by the Rode Steen give the town an atmosphere that lends itself perfectly to events with character. HuurAV works here from Amsterdam and takes care of the full production: lighting, sound, video and special effects, plus the technicians who build and operate everything on site. We tailor every setup to the venue, the programme and the audience, whether that is a conference in a modern hall or a party in an old warehouse by the water.

Events that suit Hoorn

As the regional centre of West Friesland, Hoorn attracts a wide range of events. Companies choose the town for client days, anniversaries and corporate gatherings, where the view over the Markermeer adds that little bit extra. There are also conferences, knowledge sessions and presentations that call for polished visuals and clear speech reinforcement. At weekends come the weddings and the big celebrations, often at venues where the harbour or the water is in view. Cultural evenings, receptions and staff parties are regular occurrences too.

Suitable venues in and around Hoorn

The town offers a variety of spaces. At the old harbour and along the Markermeer you will find halls and hospitality venues with terraces that lend themselves to receptions and evening programmes with a view of the water. In the town centre stand listed warehouses and historic halls that suit private dinners and celebrations. On the edge of town you will find more spacious event venues and industrial halls that can accommodate conferences and larger parties. For outdoor programmes on a square or along the quay we look ahead at the weather resistance and the power supply, so that the technology keeps running in all conditions.

What we provide technically

For speech and music we supply a sound setup suited to the space, from a compact speaker set for a presentation to a line-array for a large party, with wireless microphones and clear monitoring. For atmosphere and styling we bring in lighting with warm uplighting along the walls, stage spots and accents that make a hall or an old building come alive. For presentations and recording we provide video with large screens or projection and cameras for recording or livestream. And for a festive highlight we use targeted special effects such as low fog or confetti, precisely at the right moment, for instance when the dance floor opens.

Travelling from Amsterdam and setting up on site

The route from Amsterdam to Hoorn runs along the A7 past Purmerend and is about 38 kilometres long. Outside rush hour you will be at the door within a little under half an hour. Because the historic town centre has narrow streets and limited unloading spots, we agree on a loading and unloading window in advance and determine where the van can get closest to the entrance; the last stretch we bridge with trolleys where needed. Our technicians handle the full setup, the cable runs and a thorough technical check, operate the technology during the event and pack everything away neatly afterwards. You can find examples of earlier productions in our portfolio.

For a corporate day with atmosphere we set up the technology for corporate events, and for a knowledge session or conference with speakers we think along about presentations and conferences. For parties and corporate celebrations by the water too, we deliver a polished whole.

Request a quote without obligation

Is a conference, corporate day or celebration in Hoorn on the horizon? Tell us about the venue, the date and the programme, and we will put together a fitting proposal with technology and crew that does justice to the atmosphere of the harbour town. Feel free to request a quote without obligation; we are happy to help you find the best setup for your event.