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8th Debrecen Comics Fair

Csokonai Vitéz Mihály Grammar School Békessy Béla utca 12, Debrecen, Hungary

Comics lovers are welcome on the 23rd of  November at the Csokonai Grammar School at 12  Békessy Béla Street. Thousands of comics, figures, manga or fantasy books are looking for their new owners. The organisers would like to draw your attention to the fact that you can be part of the event even if you just want to browse, look around or buy. There will also be a raffle draw, where you can win better and better items. The entrance is free. Interesting facts about comics that not everyone may have known: Stan Lee created a hero that the public would hate, but eventually fall in love with. That hero is Tony Stark. Hulk was originally grey, but due to a printer malfunction, he was given a green colour. Journalist (Clark) Kent does not exist in DC comics. But while he's the real Superman in DC, he's an ordinary journalist in Marvel. Venom was originally a pregnant woman who joined an alien symbiote just before giving birth. Batman is Superman's employer. Clark Kent works at the Daily Planet, owned by Bruce Wayne.   Date: 23 November, 10.00 a.m. Location:Csokonai Grammar School, 12 Békessy Béla Street. Source:hajdupress.hu

Upcoming Guided Tour in English at Csokonai National Theatre on the 23rd of November

Csokonai Theater Kossuth u. 10, Debrecen, Hungary

Csokonai Theatre invites all their audience members to the guided tours of Csokonai Theatre. These tours, led by our actors, will reveal the hidden spaces and secrets of the nearly 160-year-old building that are usually concealed from the public. Following the completion of the renovation work in 2023, the theatre tours commenced immediately, offering insights not only into the building’s history but also into the restoration process. Experienced actors of the theatre guide visitors through the theatre’s greatest secrets, taking them to locations such as the dressing rooms, stage, prop storage, actor’s lounge, orchestra pit, and even the multi-story structure of the revolving stage. If you wish to participate in one of the theatre tours with a larger group, please contact the following email address info@csokonaiszinhaz.hu. Tickets: https://jegymester.hu/production/121480/szinhazbejaras/12007686 Date: 23 November 4:00 p.m.– with dancer Elise Paris Turco Location: Csokonai National Theatre Source:https://csokonaiszinhaz.hu/en/plays/guided-tours/

Thermal Spa and Beer at Aquaticum

Aquaticum Debrecen SPA Nagyerdei park 1, Debrecen, Hungary

Aquaticum Thermal Spa awaits guests with special programmes on the 23rd of November. Various programmes to choose from: Night thermal bathing - enjoy Thermal & Beer until midnight at the Thermal Baths Steaming thermal water Freshly tapped beers (Dreher Gold and Meggy) Juhász Winery wines Delicious fried sausages, fresh crusty bread 5:00 p.m. -10:00 p.m.  "Latin and nostalgia guitar" by László Bakos Embrace of the Great Forest Sauna world with extended opening hours, sauna programmes until 11.00 p.m. Ticket prices: All-day adult admission HUF 4,400 All-day student/pensioner admission HUF 3,500 (On the day of the event, all-day ticket types are valid.) You can choose from several options to use our optional Sauna World services Sauna world supplementary ticket: HUF 2,900 Redemption of an AQUA Relax ticket, which includes the services of the Thermal Bath and Sauna World as a combined ticket (it is not necessary to purchase a daily ticket for the Thermal Bath) Pouring times: 8:00 p.m., 9:00 p.m. and 10:00 p.m. Sauna masters are preparing for this special evening with fun show pourings. Sauna master: Sándor TörökAll-day adult admission HUF 6,800, pensioner admission HUF, pensioner admission HUF 5,600 + participation in sauna sessions and programs: HUF 900 / […]

Debrecen Aquaticum Programmes in December 

Aquaticum Debrecen SPA Nagyerdei park 1, Debrecen, Hungary

Aquaticum Debrecen awaits guests with many exciting and fun activities in December. Please read about the December programmes below.   7 December 1:30 p.m. - 5:00 p.m. North pole trek - animated children's program More details:https://www.aquaticum.hu/en/eszaki-sarki-tura 7:00 p.m. - 12.00 a.m. Santa Party - Night Slash  More details:https://www.aquaticum.hu/en/mikulas-party-ejszakai-furdozes   7-8 December - 12.00 p.m.- 8.00 p.m.  Advent Sauna Marathon More details:https://www.aquaticum.hu/en/adventi-szaunamaraton-aquaticum   8 December - 10.30 a.m. - 5.00 p.m. Santa Claus at Aquaticum  More details:https://www.aquaticum.hu/en/mikulas-az-aquaticumban 14 December 1.30 p.m. - 5.00 p.m. Advent Family Day at Aquaticum  More details: https://www.aquaticum.hu/en/adventi-csaladi-nap 8.00 p.m. - 11.00 p.m. - SPA Saturday More deatils:https://www.aquaticum.hu/en/spa-szombat   21 December - 10.30 a.m. - 5.00 p.m. Advent Preparations at the Aquaticum More details:https://www.aquaticum.hu/en/adventi-keszulodes   23 December - 1.30 p.m. - 5.00 p.m. Christmas Spin More details: https://www.aquaticum.hu/en/karacsonyi-forgatag   26 December - 10.30 a.m. - 13.30 p.m. Christmas Craft Workshop More details: https://www.aquaticum.hu/en/karacsonyi-kezmuves-foglalkozas   27  December - 1.30 p.m. - 5.00 p.m. Year-End Water Fun More details:https://www.aquaticum.hu/en/ev-vegi-vizi-moka   28-29-30 December - 1.30 p.m. - 5.00 p.m. Year-End Farewell Experiences More details:https://www.aquaticum.hu/en/oevbucsuztato-elmenyek-aquaticumban Location:Aquaticum Debrecen  Source:aquaticum.hu/en  

CANCELLED -World Famous Organist’s Concert in Debrecen

Csokonai Theater Kossuth u. 10, Debrecen, Hungary

2024 is Holocaust Memorial Year in Hungary. During the year, the Jewish Community of Debrecen organised several commemorations and events in this spirit. The highlight of the series of events will be a concert by world famous organist Xavér Varnus, and the Kodály Philharmonic Orchestra entitled "We remember and Remind" on the 25th of  November at 6.00 p.m. at the Csokonai National Theatre.  The event will feature violinist Gáspár Kelemen and conductor Dániel Somogyi-Tóth. Participation is free for everyone, but registration is required.  Registration is possible until the 10th of November by email, phone or at the parish office.  Date:25 November Location:Csokonai National Theatre Source:dehir.hu

Debrecen Advent Events – 2-8 December

The joy of Christmas pervades the city's pulsating heart. Debrecen Advent provides a festive feeling to the city, with the main square turned into a stunning winter paradise of Christmas lights! Please find below the events and various programmes Debrecen Advent will be hosting  this week. 5 December 5.00 p.m. “Eszter-Lánc” Fairy Tale Band at Kossuth Square “Eszter-Lánc” Fairy Tale Band  invites all children and child-loving adults to a winter concert in a fairytale world, where they will search for Santa Claus through music. The songs, sounds and instruments all become characters in a fairy tale, whose adventures children can shape with their ideas. Eszter Kárász and the “Eszterlánc” Fairy Tale Band will welcome families to the Debrecen Advent with an interactive show entitled "Where is Santa Claus?", during which Santa Claus will arrive if the children sing loudly enough. 6 December 5.00 p.m. Concert of Éva Bolba and the JAZZterlánc at Kossuth Square The songs of the trio are performed by Éva Bolba (vocals, music, lyrics), Zsolt Bera Kossuth Prize-winning artist (trombone) and Miklós Birta (guitar). In this fun, interactive concert, they will engage the audience and show off their instruments to make their performance more exciting. For 10 […]

Concert “Symphonies and Double Bass” at the Reformed University Church of Debrecen

Reformed University Church of Debrecen Egyetem tér 2, Debrecen, Hungary

The audience is invited to a chamber orchestra concert by Benedek Devich and the Kodály Philharmonic Orchestra on Thursday, the 28th of  November, from 7.00 p.m. at the Reformed University Church of Debrecen. Programme: Mozart: Symphony in A major K.201 Kuszevickij:Double Bass Concerto in F sharp minor, Op. 3 Beethoven: Symphony No. II (D major), op. 36 The performers of the concert are  Benedek Devich (double bass) and the  Kodály Philharmonic Orchestra, conducted by Tibor Bényi. More information about the concert can be found at this link.   Date: 28 November Location: Source.dehir.hu

Debrecen Advent Events 29 November – 1 December

The excitement of Christmas fills the air as the Debrecen Advent Festival kicks off on the 29th of  November in the city’s beating heart. Debrecen Advent brings a festive spirit to the city; the main square is transformed into a magical winter wonderland of Christmas lights! Debrecen Advent will be hosting the following events this week. 29 November 9.00 a.m. - 12.00 p.m. Kindergartners' Christmas tree decorations at the Advent Fair Kindergarten children in Debrecen decorate 24 small pine trees with ornaments they made. The trees will be exhibited at the Adven Fair. 3.00 p.m. - 5.0 p.m. DuoTrio Street theatre at the Advent Fair The DuoTrio Street Theatre improvises its performances from stories inspired by the audience, with the active participation of the general public. Several performances of their interactive stilt show will be shown at the Advent Fair. The members of the company are Tímea Telenkó-Oláh (Vojtina Puppet Theatre), Máté Kiss Gergely (Csokonai National Theatre), Zsolt Györgyfi (Kodály Philharmonia) and Endre Molnár (Hungarian National Circus). 5.00 p.m. Bordeaux Dragon Concert at Kossuth Square Bordeaux Dragon band plays what they call "medieval world music". Set in a medieval atmosphere, their songs are danceable, powerful and dynamic, in keeping with […]

13th Debrecen Wine Tasting Event

Csokonai Fórum Csapó utca 30, Debrecen, Hungary

The 13th Debrecen Wine Tasting, Hungary's largest rural wine show, will take place on the last Saturday of November. This year, the high quality social event will take place in a new venue, the Csokonai Forum, the most modern theatre in the region and the country, providing the perfect atmosphere for tasting great wines. The wines will be opened several times throughout the evening, so that guests arriving later in the evening can taste the full range.There will also be a gastronomic corner, where many delicacies will be served to wine-tasting guests. A limited number of tickets will be sold again this year, as the excellent wines on offer require the intimacy and attention that can only be guaranteed by maximising the number of participants.  Two hours before the public opening of the event, exclusive access will be granted to guests who purchase VIP tickets. For this time slot, only 150 tickets will be sold, allowing the professional public and enthusiastic wine lovers to discover the wine regions in an even more comfortable and informal setting. The doors will be open to the general public from 5.00 p.m. Tickets Admission (On site): 14.999 HUF/Person Advance Rate: 10.999 Huf/Person (Only between […]

Movie “Alien” is Back to the Cinema

Apollo Cinema Miklós u. 1, Debrecen, Hungary

By popular demand, the legendary movie Alien is on the air again in Apollo Cinema.The director's version of Ridley Scott's sci-fi masterpiece is screened in the original English language with Hungarian subtitles on the 30th of November and the 7th of December. Tickets are available in person at the box office and online. Online ticket sales:  30 November Alien - The Eighth Passenger https://bit.ly/3NZKN0s 7 December Alien - Name of the Planet https://bit.ly/3O1pD22 Date: 30 November, 7 December, 7.30 p.m. Location: Apollo Cinema Source:FB events

“Waiting for Santa Claus” Programmes at Debrecen Zoo

Debrecen Zoo Ady Endre út 1, 4032, Debrecen, Hungary

On Sunday, the 1st of December, families can not only light the first candle on the Advent wreath, but also take part in Debrecen Zoo's “waiting for Santa Claus” activities. Programmes: 09:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. Opening of the Santa Claus House 09:00 a.m.- 3:00 p.m.  Creative handicrafts in the Gibbon House 10:00 a.m. - 2:30 p.m. Santa Claus visits his zoo friends 10:00 a.m. - Capuchin monkeys’ feast 10:30 a.m. - Trunked bears' foraging tour 11:00  a.m.  - Playful foraging of meerkats  2:30  p.m. - Penguins' snack 10:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m. Arthur the Shetland pony brings sweets 1:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m. Pony carriage 2:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m. Santa's story 10:00 a.m.- 12:00 p.m. and 2:00 .p.m. - 3:30 p.m. Warm up at Zoo-Kucko 10:00 a.m.- 3:00 p.m. Adoption point next to Santa's house 12:30 p.m. Expert guided tour. Depart from the zoo entrance.    More information about the programme can be found  here.   Date:1 December Location: Debrecen Zoo   Source:dehir.hu

Gospel Christmas in Debrecen – Benedict Gospel Choir (USA)

Kölcsey Center Bethlen u., 4026, Debrecen, Hungary

Like last year, the Gospel Christmas will be organised again on the 6th ofDecember at the Kölcsey Center. Debrecen will be the first stop of the European tour of the South Carolina Benedict Gospel Choir. The choir,  which comes with a completely new song list and performance style, is conducted by eight-time Stellar Award winner Jason Clayborn, but also features star soloists, including two-time Grammy Award winner Tasha Page-Lockhard. The Benedict Gospel Choir is guaranteed to provide new magic in addition to the evergreen gospel and Christmas hits. In the following period, they will perform in Switzerland and Italy, and they will also sing in front of Pope Francis in the Vatican. Tickets can be purchased via this link. Date: 6 December, 7.00 p.m. - 9.00 p.m. Location: Kölcsey Center Source: dehir.hu, fonixinfo.hu