As in previous years, the Debrecen Charity Board together with the churches collect long-lasting food for families in need. The donation boxes are delivered by the Hungarian Reformed Charity Service to those companies and institutions that wish to participate in this action. Donations of all kinds will be welcome at Debrecen Advent in the Advent Kuckó (Kossuth Square). Free handicraft activities will also be organised for families and visitors. Long-lasting food donations for families in need can be dropped into the collection box on site. The charity box collection campaign runs until the 15th of December 2023. Location: Debrecen Advent (in front of Aranybika Hotel) Source: Debrecen Charity Board

During the four weeks, a Christmas market, gastronomy, fair attractions and concerts, as well as an ice rink serve to relax amidst the festive preparations. The Christmas market in front of the Great Church of Debrecen and in the city center is an unforgettable spot for those who want a festive atmosphere. Both modern and traditional products can be expected at the fair: carpets, textiles, handmade ceramics and wooden toys, gingerbread, medicinal herbs, teas, parlor sweets and sumptuous Christmas ornaments and decorations. 75 stands with a Christmas atmosphere will offer their products, and 23 wooden houses offer a wide selection of culinary delicacies. Source: Főnix Rendezvényszervező

As Christmas approaches, Debrecen comes alive with twinkling lights, wonderful tastes and smells.  Christmas is a celebration of love, time spent together and delicious food, and Debrecen's gastronomic palette will not let you down during the holidays. You don't have to travel all the way to the Alps for an Austrian Hütte-feeling or to taste a real steamed dumpling. All it takes is a visit to the Hütte, located in front of the Reformed Great Church, right next to the Christmas ice rink. The Hütte can be visited between the 25th of November 2023 and the 7th of January 2024.   

Dance Universe Dance Sports Association 2 December, 4.45 5 p.m. - 5 p.m.: Kossuth Square 16 December,  3.35 5 p.m.- 3.50 p.m.:  Dósa nádor Square 22 December, 3.45 5 p.m.- 4 p.m.: Dósa Palatine Square Balance Dance School 25 November 5.30 5 p.m. - 5.45 p.m.: Kossuth Square 9 December, 3.15 5 p.m. - 3.30 p.m.: Dósa nádor Square Harmony-Dance Stylers 25 November, 6 5 p.m.- 6.15 p.m.: Kossuth Square Positive Dance - Positive Centrum Dance Arts Association 16 December, 3 5 p.m. - 3.15 p.m.: Dósa nádor Square 17 December, 3.45 5 p.m.- 4 p.m.: Dósa nádor Square Red Stars Dance Crew 2 December, 6 5 p.m.- 6.45 p.m.:  Debrecen Advent (main square) 17 December, 6 5 p.m. - 6.15 p.m.: Dósa nádor Square R&B Dance Hip Hop Dance School 3 December, 4 5 p.m.- 4.15 p.m.: Dósa nádor Square 9 December, 12:00 5 p.m. -12:15 p.m.: Baltazár Dezső Square (Ugly Sweater Run) 10 December, 4 5 p.m. - 4.30 p.m.: Kossuth Square Source: debreceniadvent

As the festive season approaches, Debrecen transforms into a winter wonderland adorned with sparkling lights, festive decorations, and a magical atmosphere. Here are the top things to do in Debrecen during Advent 2023 to make the most of this enchanting time: Advent Corner Delights 75 wooden stalls with a Christmas atmosphere offer modern or even traditional, handmade products, and the public of the fair can choose from a wide selection of festive culinary specialities at more than 20 counters, accompanied by friendly and helpful service. Organisers would like to encourage visitors to Advent in Debrecen to vote for the most beautiful Christmas stall and the best service. Votes can be submitted online on the Debrecen Advent website by indicating the number and the category seen on the wooden houses. Mikulás Arrival Celebration Santa Claus, or St. Mikulás as he is known in Hungary, will arrive in Debrecen in a carriage. In the beautiful Advent Corner, he will be happy to listen to wishes, poems and songs at the following times: Saturday, 2nd December, 4 p.m. - 7 p.m. Sunday, 3rd December, 11 a.m. - 6 p.m.  Tuesday, 5th December, 4 p.m. - 6 p.m. On Tuesday, December 5th, between 6 and […]

Puppetry and movement training in the playground Sziget-kék The training of Éva Viktória Nagy, puppet artist and director, focuses on conscious movement through puppet thinking. The one-day course provides the opportunity to focus on both inner and outer awareness, allowing emotions and situations to emerge through movement - all through puppetry and its means of expression. The training will include exercises related to movement and puppetry to develop imagination, creativity, concentration and, of course, the ability to listen to others and to cooperate. No previous experience is necessary to participate in the training and it is not only for professionals. The training costs HUF 15,000 in advance and HUF 19,000 on the spot. 1st of December 2023 - English program from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. (with a 45-minute lunch break) 2nd of December 2023 - Hungarian program. Location: Playground Sziget-kék ( "Valentin" Event Hall). Registration is required:  nagy.withoutwords@gmail.com. Source: https://fb.me/e/3SCBTEJX1