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Two Exhibitions Open for Culture Lovers in Debrecen in the Coming Days

The Public Culture Secretariat, Cultural and Organisational Office of the University of Debrecen offers the final exhibitions of the autumn semester. In the Life Sciences Gallery (1 Egyetem Square, Life Sciences Centre) visitors can see the works of Lajos Ritók, a visual artist from Debrecen. The opening will take place on Saturday the 23rd of November at 3:00 p.m. in the Life Sciences Gallery. The exhibition will be opened by Sándor Pikó, painter. The contributing music performance is given by band, Trio Harmony. The exhibition is open until the 31st of  January 2025. In the Theoretical Gallery (98 Nagyerdei Blvd., Theoretical Block Hall) the exhibition of János Maksai, painter from Debrecen, entitled “70th - Selection from the studio” will be opened on Sunday, the 24th of  November, from 11.00 a.m. The opening speech will be given by Ferenc Vitéz, literary historian and poet with the participation of Arco Nobile String Quartet. The exhibition is open until the 31st of January 2025. Both events are free of charge. Date: 24 November - 31 January Locations:Life Sciences Gallery and Theoretical Gallery   Source:dehir.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 / […]

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.

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 […]

Visual and Animation Artist, Milorad Krstić’s Captivating Works Come to Debrecen

Bényi Gallery Hunyadi utca 1-3., Debrecen, Hungary

The exhibition titled “Signs Along the Way” of contemporary visual and animation artist, Milorad Krstić (n award-winning artist based in Hungary) will be opened on Thursday, the 28th of November at 6:00 p.m. by Zoltán Somhegyi, associate professor, art historian, with the acoustic duo Kitti&Marci. Milorad Krstić's works are captivating from the first sight. In his works, there is at work our eternal quest to continue to the end the personal deciphering of the world, the process of making sense of it. Through his exploratory and experimental creativity, Krstić also installs a strong added value in his works. He affirms the ideal of lifelong human development and learning. In art, as in philosophy and science, there is a desire to know, and a respect for human knowledge that frames our personal adventure of exploring the world. After the opening ceremony, the programme will continue at the Apollo Cinema, where the film Ruben Brandt - The Collector (Hungarian thriller), directed by Milorad Kristić, will be screened in the Mihály Kertész Room from 8:00 p.m. The award-winning animated film is free to watch, but registration is required. If interested, please register at this link or in person at the Apollo Cinema box […]

Kodály Philharmonia

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

Meet BMW Group Debrecen Plant at the Advent Fair

Kossuth tér Kossuth tér

In the spirit of Advent, Debrecen's main square will soon be dressed up for Christmas again. It is almost a tradition that the BMW factory team is represented at the event, and this year will be no different. BMW’s chalets next to the town's Christmas tree are open to all interested parties to talk about future plans, check out the company’s 2025 vacancies and get all the information visitors need from BMW colleagues to make a successful application.  Besides serious topics, visitors will be  entertained with exciting games, delicious BMW gingerbread and there will even be a chance to win unique gifts. From the 29th of November to the15th of  December, BMW staff will be waiting for interested parties every week on Thursdays and Fridays from 4:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. and at weekends from 12:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. Date: 29 November - 15 December Location: Debrecen Advent Fair next to the town's Christmas tree Source:FB events

Debrecen Advent 2024

The excitement of Christmas fills the air as the Debrecen Advent Festival kicks off on 29 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! Discover the charming craft stalls offering unique gifts and indulge in Hungarian culinary delights such as chimney bread and lángos (fried flat bread). Don’t miss out on a cup of mulled wine or a little skating in front of the Reformed Great Church. With around 750 square metres of sparkling ice spread over a 120-metre stretch, the Kossuth Square ice rink will provide a stunning backdrop for winter fun for professional and novice skaters this year. The Hütté next to the rink offers an authentic Alpine atmosphere and gastronomic delights. This year, there will also be a Ugly Sweater Run in Debrecen, and you can join the Christmas donation (Szeretetdoboz in Hungarian). Don’t miss the magic of Advent in Debrecen, which has something for everyone.  

Programmes and sights at Debrecen Advent 2024

Debrecen Advent brings a spark of holiday spirit to the city, turning the main square into a stunning winter wonderland filled with magical Christmas lights! Find information about the programmes at various sights. Ice Rink Opening hours: 25 November - 23 December 8:00 a.m. - 8:00 p.m. *Weekdays 8:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.for pre-registered groups 24 December  9:00 a.m.  - 4:00 p.m. 25 December 2024 - 30 December 2024. 9:00 a.m. - 8:00 p.m. 31 December  - 1 January  (31 Dec) 9:00 a.m. - (1 Jan) 1:00 p.m. 1 January  10:00 a.m.  - 8:00 p.m.  2 January 2025 - 5 January 2025 8:00 a.m. - 8:00 p.m. Entrance ticket: 1.500 HUF/person/person Accompanying ticket: 500 HUF/person/occasion Advent Corner - With the support of Krones 29 November  11:00  a.m. - 9:00 p.m.  Handicraft session 3:00 p.m.  - 6:00  p.m.“Kismaszat” Experience Workshop 1 December  11:00  a.m. - 8:00 p.m. Crafts session 3:00p.m.  - 6:00 p.m. Creative Experience Centre Debrecen 5 December  2:30 - 5:00 p.m. Meet Santa Claus 7 December 11:00  a.m. - 9:00 p.m.:00 Meet Santa Claus 11:00  a.m. - 2:30 p.m. , 3:30 p.m. - 6:00 p.m. 8 December 11:00  a.m. - 8:00 p.m. Meet Santa Claus 11:00 a.m. - 2:30 […]