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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 […]

Opera-Operetta Evening at VII MagdaFest festival

Csokonai Fórum Csapó utca 30, Debrecen, Hungary

In keeping with tradition, this year we will again organise the MagdaFest, named after Hungarian novelist, Magda Szabó, focusing on women artists and fates. The festival, created in honour of Magda Szabó, will be held for the seventh time in 2024. The event will focus on women's creativity, women's role in society, and women as artists. Within the festival programmes, the opera-operetta evening titled The Mysteries Of the Female Soul by Katalin Benedekffy is awaiting the audience on the 4th of october at 7.00 p.m. with guest performer Péter Balczó  and Szabolcs Sándor on piano. Tickets can be purchased via this link, information about other programmes of MagdaFest can be found on this site.   Date: 4 October, 7.00 p.m.  Location: Csokonai Fórum, Latinovits Zoltán Terem Source:csokonaiszinhaz.hu

7th Wizz Air Debrecen Airport Run

Debrecen International Airport Repülőtéri út. 12., Debrecen

On the 5th of October the Wizz Air Debrecen Airport Run will be held for the seventh time in a special location, jointly organised by Debrecen International Airport Ltd. and Debrecen Sportcentrum. The aim of the race is to promote running and a healthy lifestyle among people who want to do sports, and to provide families with an opportunity to relax in an exclusive environment. Participants will be able to get an insight into life at Debrecen airport and run where the planes usually fly. Distances - 2,5 km individual - 2,5 km family - 5 km individual - 10 km individual - 4x2,5 km relay Organisers have launched an Equal Opportunities 1 km sympathy race to give people with disabilities the opportunity to participate. This year again, Schaeffler is the main name sponsor of the race, so the DVSC Schaeffler Handball team and members of the DVSC Handball Academy will be there helping and supporting the participants. There will be separate prizes for the first and third place in each distance and category, as well as in the women's/men's sub-categories. Programme  From 7:00 a.m. - Gates open 8:15 a.m. - Ceremonial opening 8:25 a.m. - Warm-up - with Réka […]

1st Debrecen Fair

Nagyerdei Stadium Nagyerdei park 12, Debrecen, Hungary

The aim of the 1st Debrecen Fair (Hungarian: I. Debreceni Sokadalom) is to organise a fair that pays homage to Debrecen's market history and showcases the best of the city's fair culture, while representing a forward-looking direction, showing how past, present and future can be brought together in a single entity. The event fuses the true traditional fair atmosphere with the modernity of today. In the spirit of preserving tradition, treasures meeting the needs of today's age will be found as well as entertainment for young and old. Visitors are awaited with more than 70 local craftsmen and farmers with excellent handmade products, more than 10 caterers serving traditional Hungarian cuisine from Hungary and beyond the borders, exhibitors, folk games for children, music and inevitable fair atmosphere. Everyone is welcome with lots of love and fun.   Date:12-13 October Location:  Nagyerdei Stadium, 12  Nagyerdei Park   Source:FB events  

Run, Jog, Walk for the Birds of the Great Forest

The Nature Conservation and Cultural Association for the Great Forest of Debrecen will host the XI "Run, jog, walk for the birds of the Great Forest" family sports day, drawing the attention of the people of Debrecen to the protection of the Great Forest's bird life. Registration To register for the event, please use the online registration form. Registration and participation is free of charge. Participants can only enter their own personal data during the registration process. All persons who require a race number and certificate at the event must register. On-site registration is not possible. Anyone who wishes to participate in the event may do so, but may not claim a number, certificate or other souvenir. Deadline for online registration: 8 October 2024, Wednesday midnight. Distances 1.5 km 2.5 km 5 km 7.5 km Categories Children running independently (12-16 years) Adult female Adult male Runner with dog Athlete (women & men) Others (e.g. family, walkers, Nordic walking, etc.) Times The times shown are for information only and are subject to change depending on certain factors. Category, race number, start Runners with dogs 9.15 a.m. - 9.30 a.m.  9.45 a.m.  Children (12-16 years) 9.30 a.m.  - 9.50 a.m.  10.00a.m.  Adult […]

Terra-Aqua Fair in Debrecen

VOKE Cultural Center Faraktár u. 67, Debrecen, Hungary

Budapest's favourite Terra-Aqua Fair  comes to the Debrecen for the first time on the 12th of October. Organisers are waiting for everyone with welcome to the event halls of the VOKE Cultural Centre, on almost 1000 m2 of space available with 50+ exhibitors, where visitors can meet many exotic animals from South America to New Caledonia. The event is a great programme of activities, including an exotic petting zoo and children's activities in addition to the animals, terraristics and aquaristic equipment on display. Tickets: Free for children under 6 years. Student/pensioner: HUF 1.900 Adults: HUF 2.500   Date:12 October, 9.00 a.m. - 5.00 p.m. Location: VOKE Cultural Centre, 27 Faraktár Street Source:FB events

The QUEEN of the NIGHT – Tribute Concert Show to Whitney Houston

Kölcsey Center Bethlen u., 4026, Debrecen, Hungary

After a tour of the US and the UK, the QUEEN of the  NIGHT SHOW comes to Hungary from London's West End and the iconic Royal Albert Hall, celebrating the music and life of one of the greatest singers of all time. After the show in teh Erkel Theatre in Budapest on the 18th and the 19th of October, the production arrives in Debrecen on the 20th of October. This captivating hit production pays tribute to Whitney Houston with a magnificent cast of singers and a live orchestra, featuring the timeless songs of the icon who has captivated audiences and critics worldwide. An extraordinary journey through three decades of evergreen hits such as I Wanna Dance With Somebody, One Moment In Time, I'm Every Woman, I Will Always Love You, My Love Is Your Love, So Emotional, Run To You, Saving All My Love, How Will I Know, Million Dollar Bill, The Greatest Love Of All, and many more. The production has received a rapturous reception from critics and audiences alike in the West End, with audiences simply loving to hear these unforgettable songs live from amazing singers. Tickets can be purchased via the below links: 20 October Debrecen Kölcsey […]

European Women’s Handball Championship

Főnix Hall Kassai út 28, Debrecen, Hungary

The 2024 EHF European Women’s Handball Championship marks a historic moment in the sport, being the inaugural tournament hosted in three countries, establishing itself as the largest women’s European Championship to date. This groundbreaking event unites three nations, each with distinct cultures, bound together by a shared passion for handball. The tournament's logo mirrors this unity, as the dynamic ball incorporates the colors of the three participating countries – red, white, and green.