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Full-dome Films in English in Agora

Agora Science Center Great Forest, Botanic Garden Entrance from Móricz Zsigmond Road!, Debrecen, Hungary

Full-dome films are offered in English to the visitors of the Science Centre. Agora Science Centre has one of the largest portable digital planetariums in Hungary that enables visitors to surf in the starry sky, discover the motion of celestial bodies, and familiarise themselves with constellations. It guarantees a lifelong experience for both children and adults. Full-dome films available in English are the following: Europe to the Stars - from 4.00  p.m. every Thursday and Saturday. The Sun, Our Living Star - from 4.00 p.m. every Wednesday, Friday, and Sunday. Participation is possible with the Agora entry ticket. The planetarium has a capacity of 40 people. Thus, visitors can participate in these programs with a limited number, in order of arrival. Further information about the films can be found here. Location: Great Forest, Botanic Garden, Entrance from Móricz Zsigmond Road,Great Forest, Botanic Garden Source: Agora

New Public Collection Exhibition of MODEM titled “What year are you?” opened

MODEM art center 1-3 Hunyadi János Street, Debrecen, Hungary

The new public collection exhibition, with around 50 different artists presented from the founders to Generation Z marking a new chapter for MODEM, can be visited until the 31st of December 2024. The curators of the exhibition have chosen artists who have shaped MODEM's image over the years, showcasing works from a collection that has evolved over 18 years, incorporating collections, acquisitions, Debrecen International Artists' Colony results, and artist donations. Drawing on the insights of generational theory, each section is arranged according to the artists' year of birth, rather than according to the aesthetic, art theoretical or art historical categories they represent or can be associated with their work.  Exhibiting artists: Lost Generation: Vilmos Aba-Novák Founders (Builders):Judit Reigl, Vera Molnár Veterans: Ákos Birkás, Ilona Keserü, László Lakner, István Nádler, Endre Tót, Zoltán Tölg-Molnár, Baby Boomers: Imre Bukta, Lajos Csontó, Ágnes Eperjesi, László Fehér, László feLugossy, Imre Gábor, Pál Gerber, Balázs Kicsiny, Ilona Lovas, Sándor Pinczehelyi, Gyula Várnai Generation X: Zsolt Asztalos, Emese Benczúr, Attila Csörgő, Marcell Esterházy, Tibor Gyenis, Kriszta x-T Nagy,  Péter Pettendi Szabó, Sára Richter, Katharina Roters, Société Réaliste, József Szolnoki. Generation Y: Nikolett Balázs, Kincső Bede, Máté Dobokay, Tim Freiwald, Judit Ágnes Gallai, Judit Lilla Molnár, Márton […]

Interactive exhibitions in Hortobágy National Park

Hortobágyi Nemzeti Park Hortobágy, Petőfi tér 9, Debrecen, Hungary

In addition to thousands of years of ancient knowledge, the visitor centre also features 21st century interactive elements. Puszta Treasury. This is the name of the exhibition that shows the everyday life of our ancestors, their clothing and the products they made here. In addition to thousands of years of ancient knowledge, the visitor centre also features 21st century interactive elements. The tourism development programme in Hortobágy, which was completed at the end of March, aimed to bring the wilderness closer to all ages. With the new permanent exhibitions and the unified information system, everyone can discover the rich fauna and flora of the region, as well as the pastoral culture of Hortobágy, according to their own needs. “The exhibitions are structured in such a way that even those who visit here for the first time can find the topic and activity they like. Also those who already know the depths of the wilderness, the birds and plants that live here, or even have friendly relations with the shepherds,"  Director of Hortobágy National Park Gergely Árpád Medgyesi said. Date:Closed on Mondays, but open on weekends on all long weekends and public holidays (except 1 November 2024 and 23 December 2024 […]

Beer By Lake

Békás tó Nagyerdei park 1, Debrecen, Hungary

During the Debrecen Flower Festival in August, more than a hundred local and international beers, ales and craft beers will be served in the shade of the trees of the Great Forest, in front of the Great Forest Open Air Stage. For more information, visit the website here. The event has a 10-year tradition. Visitors can enjoy the most varied Hungarian craft beers, in addition to which beer fans will also find refreshments from prestigious foreign breweries. During the event, various gastronomic and cultural programs await the visitors, in addition to which the public can choose from a range of food trucks offering culinary experiences, food and beer skates.  

Painter and Art Historian Mihály Ludmann’s Exhibition Opened

DAB Székház Thomas Mann u. 49., Debrecen, Hungary

Mihály Ludmann is a versatile individual, also known as a painter, art historian and secondary school teacher who has published several very important books (architecture, sculpture, the art of war are all at the forefront of his interests) and his list of publications is impressive, long and substantial. He exhibits in Debrecen as a creative artist with his exhibition of oil paintings called the “Peacekeeper of Colors” at the DAB Club. He will be presenting oil paintings,  from which the smallest ones depicting  winter landscapes are of around 50x50 cm, the largest ones around 80x120 cm, with his very exciting  range of colors and shapes offering visitors a spectacular journey. The exhibition is on display until the 30th of September, Monday to Thursday from 8.00 a.m. to 4.00 p.m., and until 2.00 p.m. on Fridays.   Date: until 30 September Location: DAB Club (DAB Székház), 49 Thomas Mann Street    Source: dehir.hu

Térey Book Festival 

Last year, a special literary memorial opened its doors in Debrecen on the 53rd anniversary of the birth of János Térey, who died in 2019. In the poet's residential museum visitors can view the writer's legacy and explore his career. The museum is open to the public again after a break, and will soon play a major role in the Térey Book Festival, which will focus on the translator János Térey, and his translations. With the support of the city of Debrecen, the  Méliusz Juhász Péter Library is organising the Térey Book Festival for the fifth time, entering into a dialogue with the work of the writer, poet and translator born in the city. The focus of the 2024 Book Festival will be on the translator Térey and Térey's works translated into foreign languages Térey Book Festival programmes: 10th of September (Tuesday): 4:00 p. m.  - Wreath-laying ceremony at the memorial plaque of  poet and newspaper editor Ádám Niklai, who was born 100 years ago this year. Speech by Deputy Mayor for Culture István Puskás, and son of Ádám Niklai, Gábor Zech.  The poems of Ádám Niklai will be performed by the Jászai Mari Prize-winning actress Kinga Újhelyi  Location:  5 […]

An Exhibition of Oil Paintings Opens in the Gallery of the Debrecen Wine Bar

Borbarát Bar Gallery Bajcsy-Zsilinszky utca 4., Debrecen, Hungary

The gallery of the Bajcsy-Zsilinszky Street wine bar, Egri Borozó in the heart of the city is hosting a new exhibition. At the invitation of the art-loving owner, István Kovács, Roland Szabó has brought his works. Roland Szabó started to work with photography in 2011, later he was more and more attracted to the creation of images, to the rewriting of the scenery, so he soon ended up with oil painting.  “I feel that by painting I can be more free. I like to smell the aromas of paint and thinner, the grooves in the weave of the canvas, the brush or knife and the lacquered wood frame ... and I can shape/shape the image I see depending on my mood," he explained. As he says, realism is close to him, he often copies paintings by old masters, but he also likes the plein air world. Roland Szabó's exhibition “In Search of Lights “ (Hungarian: Fényeket keresve) was opened by Sándor Dobránszky on Thursday the 12th of  September at 6:00 p.m. in Egri Borozó, with Krisztián Szabó on classical guitar.    Date: from 12 September Location: Egri Borozó Source:dehir.hu

Debrecen Dino Days

Time travel awaits visitors between the 13th and the 15th of September. The Debrecen Dino Days will include screenings for children and adults, craft activities, interactive book presentations, experiential painting, lectures and quizzes. For the Dino Days weekend, a wristband is available for HUF 500, which entitles the wristband holder to a discount on the indicated programmes. The wristbands can be requested in person on Friday, the 13th of September, from 3:00, only at the Apollo cinema. By presenting a Dino Days wristband, all cinema-goers can automatically buy tickets at the student/retired/education ticket price for the films, but this type of ticket can only be purchased in person. In the case of other programmes, a 500 HUF discount on the ticket price applies for the following screenings when purchased in person and upon presentation of a wristband. More information and detailed programmes here.   Date:13-15 September Location: Apollo Cinema Source:dehir.hu

Debreczeni ZAMAT Fesztival

Nagyerdei park Nagyerdei park 12, Debrecen, Hungary

The largest gastronomic event in the region is set to return this year at Nagyerdei Stadium, promising an exceptional atmosphere, numerous exhibitors, and diverse programs. Attendees can indulge in delectable treats from the top local restaurants, complemented by beverages from Hungary’s renowned palinka distilleries. The event will showcase the country's culinary luminaries, with the ambiance enhanced by special star guests.   The Debreczen ZAMAT Festival 2024 will be held for the thirteenth time this year between the 13th and the 15th of September. This time, the festival will again be welcoming renowned gastronomic experts such as Zsolt Anger, József Bernáth, Gábor Krausz, Judit Stahl and Rozina Wossala.  The good  atmosphere will be ensured by great Hungarian artists and performers such as György Korda and Klári Balázs, Kowalsky and the Vega, Péter Geszti, band Parno Graszt, Rudi Krisz, Erika Zoltán, Mary Nótár, Jolly, but there will also be a song evening (Nótaest) and Jazz matinee. Never forgetting about the smallest ones, there will be lots of free children's games and concerts with the Alma Orchestra, Tompeti and friends and Fruzsina Kovácsovics. The children's concerts will take place in the morning, when admission is free for everyone. Delicious snacks will be provided […]

Night of Fairy Tales Heroes

Visitors are welcome to come and be part of the most magical night where fairytale heroes come to life in the Amuesement Park  on the 11th of October. Programme Dance performances and flashmob 6:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m. LESZ DANCE Dance and Sports Club LED dance show 7:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m. R&B Dance HipHop Dance School dance show and flashmob 5:00 p.m. - 8:30 p.m. Crowning ceremony - Who will be the king and queen of the night?  Those who dress up as a favourite fairytale hero can win valuable prizes, which will be awarded for the most creative costumes on the stage in front of the Enchanted Castle from 8:00. p.m. Prize: 1st place/Princess -  2 magic bracelets and a Zoo package 1st place/Prince - a magic bracelet and a  Zoo package for 2 people 2nd place - 2 tickets to the Zoo 3rd place - Zoo package Entries are accepted from 6:00 p.m. until 7:45 p.m. Announcement of results will take place at the stage in front of the Enchanted Castle 5:00 p.m - 10:00 p.m. Live heroes - Photo shooting with favourites During the evening, there will be an opportunity to meet favourite heroes in a […]

Exploring the Intersection between Art and AI

MODEM art center 1-3 Hunyadi János Street, Debrecen, Hungary

The programme organised by MODEM and Méliusz Juhász Péter Library offers to immerse the captivating world of digital art shaped by artificial intelligence, featuring the latest installation by the internationally acclaimed Refik Anadol, titled Rumi Dreams and to explore the ever-evolving digital arts and the ethical and legal considerations surrounding the use of artificial intelligence in creative processes. At the event visitors can experience how artificial intelligence transforms data into mesmerizing visual narratives, pushing the boundaries of creativity and technology. The evening will include a presentation by AI expert Emmanuel Maggiori on the future of digital art. Following the presentation, a panel discussion will provide an opportunity to explore the possibilities, challenges, and solutions within the realm of artificial intelligence. Programme: 4:00 p.m. - Viewing of Refik Anadol's Rumi Dreams video artwork 4:30 p.m.  - Presentation by Emmanuel Maggiori 6:00 p.m.  - Panel discussion The programme is free to attend. Date: 13 September, 4:00 p.m Location: MODEM Modern and Contemporary Art Center

 A Slice of Asia at Debrecen Zoo on the 14th and 15th of September

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

For the first time, the Chinese Autumn Festival and Panda Days at Zoo Debrecen, taking place on September 14th and 15th, aim to enhance visitors' understanding of Asian culture and wildlife. The event offers numerous exciting activities like a Panda Corner with arts-and-crafts workshops, an interactive painting session to collectively create an exhibit-worthy artwork, and a screening of nature documentaries at Panda Cinema to bring Asia’s mesmerizing wildlife even closer.  Zoo Debrecen boasts a 10-year success story of exhibiting and breeding red pandas under a European Ex Situ Program (EAZA EEP) and is now also home to the other panda species in a symbolic way, having recently welcomed a flower giant panda family donated by CATL Debrecen after a debut at Debrecen’s Flower Carnival. This event not only celebrates the rich traditions of Asia but also underscores the zoo's commitment to expanding its collection of Asian species. he programmes at the Chinese Autumn Festival and Panda Days are open to the public with a zoo ticket.  During the festival, Chinese students from the University of Debrecen will give a series of authentic Chinese costumed music and dance performances on Saturday, the 14th of September, between 3.00 p.m. and 9.00 p.m. […]