[tag:germany] Depends on who organizes it, how, and a little bit on why. A pre-planned event would likely have organizers who would apply with the municipal authorities for a permit. They would look at issues like road closures, temporary traffic signs, insurance, etc. Part of the permit process would be a [request for exceptions][1] from noise protection ordinances. If the municipality agrees, the noise is permitted within the scope spelled out by the permit. If not, the would-be noisemaker can try to sue to have a court override the administration. [1]: https://service.berlin.de/dienstleistung/325891/