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Travelling on the Advent Music Tram

DKV Zrt. is launching its Advent music illuminated tram again this year.  On Monday, the 23rd of December, members of the György Maróthi Teachers Choir will create an authentic Christmas atmosphere on the CAF illuminated tram on Line 2, departing from the Main Station at 5:00. p.m. The Advent music service will feature classic festive songs. The tram service is available at normal fares.   Date: 23 December, 5:00. P.m. Location: departing from the Main Station   Source: dehir.hu

Concert of Budapest Klezmer Band

Csokonai Theater Kossuth u. 10, Debrecen, Hungary

The Budapest Klezmer Band has been entertaining audiences since 1990 with its lively and humorous stage performances. It combines the different musical trends of the Carpathian Basin in a virtuoso way.  The members of the band are true masters of their instruments, redefining klezmer music across genres. In their original musical compositions, traditional Yiddish motifs are complemented by elements of Gypsy and folk music, spiced up with a touch of modernity. The orchestra's founding leader and composer is Ferenc "Fegya" Jávori, whose innovative ideas have given rise to the genres of klezmer ballet, klezmer suites and klezmer musicals in Hungary.  All of these artistic productions were created with world-class local collaborators. The orchestra's sophisticated musical world of diverse klezmer music, with a distinctly Carpatho-Basin flavour, has been a huge success with audiences in Europe and overseas. The Budapest Klezmer Band has received many prestigious awards and prizes. Orchestra members: Ferenc Jávori "Fegya" - piano, vocals Anna Nagy - accordion István Kohán - clarinet Balázs Végh - drums Bence Gazda - violin, vocals span style="font-weight: 400;">László Máthé - double bass Gábor Barbinek - trombone The duration of the concert is 90 minutes. Tickets can be purchased at this site. Date: 23 […]

Christmas for Animals at the Zoo

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

On this day the Zoo celebrates the relationship between animals and their adopters. On the “Christmas for Animals” event they offer an exclusive programme for foster carers, which is by invitation only, but of course they welcome everyone on this special day. Exclusive program 10:00 a.m. - Arrival at the service  entrance 10:15  a.m.- Reception in the Meeting Room 10:30 a.m. - Presentation on the events of 2024 11:00  a.m. - Walk with the foster parents 12:00 p.m.  - Arrival at the Samburu Panoramic Terrace General program 10:00 . a.m - 2:00 p.m. - Crafts corner using natural and recycled materials (Gibbon House) 1:00 p.m - 3:00 p.m. - Pony carriage 12:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m. - Adoption and information point on the Samburu Panorama Terrace (+ mulled wine ) 1:00 p.m. - Meet and greet with Bán, the rockhopper penguin 1:30 p.m. - Artificial prey and environmental enrichment demonstration with Siberian tigers 2:30 p.m.  - Cumingi monitor lizard feeding (Palm House) Animals in holiday action 9:30 a.m.  -  Nile hippos' Christmas menu 10:00 a.m.  -  South American tapirs' festive snack 10:00 a.m.  -  Capuchin monkeys' Christmas meal 10:30 a.m. - Proboscis monkey bears' holiday snack 11:00  a.m. - Meerkats' […]

New Year’s Concert at the Reformed Great Church

Great Reformed Church Piac u. 4-6, Debrecen, Hungary

As usual, on the first day of the year, the Kodály Philharmonic Orchestra will once again give a free concert for classical music lovers in the Great Church.  The following works will be performed at the concert, which will start at 4.00 p.m. on the 1st of January: Claude Goudimel: Geneva Psalm 90 György Orbán: The Geneva Psalm 90 Árpád Palotai: Come, Lord God the Holy Spirit Claude Goudimel: Geneva Psalm 65 Tamás Beischer-Matyó: Blessed is the one you teach Claude Goudimel: Geneva Psalm 134 Claudio Monteverdi: Cantate Domino János Vajda: Kolinda Melchior Vulpius: Angelus ad pastores ait Mouret: Rondeau Händel: Suite in D major Clarke: The Prince of Denmark’s March Participants: Dániel Somogyi-Tóth – organ, Levente Donát Szőnyi – trumpet, Olga Vojevogyina – piano, the Kodály Choir and the Kodály Philharmonic Brass Ensemble.  Conductor: Zoltán Kocsis-Holper The admission is free to the concert.   Date: 1 January, 2025, 4.00 p.m. Location: Great Reformed Church Source and photo credit:dehir.hu  

Screening of Indian Film “All We Imagine As Light” at Apollo Cinema

On the 14th of January, the screening of a special film is awaiting cinemagoers within the 14th “Mozinet” Film Days programmes. About the movie, "All We Imagine As Light" (16, subtitled French-Indian-Dutch film, 110 minutes, 2024): Prabha, in her thirties, works as a nurse in Mumbai. Although she has not spoken to her husband, who works in Germany, for years, doubts are plaguing her and preventing her from moving forward. Her roommate is Anu, who is younger than her, and despite her vain attempts to experience freedom with her lover, their religious differences make it difficult for their relationship to flourish. Leaving the big city and the hustle and bustle of everyday life behind, they travel to an island with their third female companion, the widow Parvaty, to face their greatest fears: grief, letting go, and acceptance. Director Payal Kapadia's magnificent work is the first Indian film to debut in the Cannes competition program in thirty years, and it also won the Grand Jury Prize. After the screening, an exciting discussion is held to analyse the message of the film, its themes and effects.The discussion will be hosted by Dr. Kata Anna Váró, film aesthete and university lecturer. The tickets […]

“Only” Design Fair in January

Méliusz Library Bem tér 19/D, Debrecen, Hungary

In January, the team of creative creators will again welcome everyone to an exciting encounter. As they write on the Facebook event site, "After the December holidays, it's always nice to feel the fresh breeze that comes with January, an exciting sense of liberation.That's why we suggest you start the New Year with us, surrounded by beautiful designer products, renewal-inspiring fragrances and delightful flavours.” Visitors on the 11th of January can discover exhibitors' special offers and get an insight into the inspirations behind the new collections of the designers in 2025. As usual, the staff in the children's department will be on hand to welcome the little ones for free sessions from 11.00 a.m. to 12.00 p.m. and 3.00 p.m. to 4.00 p.m. Date:18 January, 11.00 a.m. - 6.00 p.m. Location: Méliusz Library Source and photo credit:dehir.hu

Disney Family Day at Aquaticum 

Aquaticum Debrecen SPA Nagyerdei park 1, Debrecen, Hungary

A fabulous family day awaits visitors with a boating competition, Disney songs and characters, adventures and lots of exciting games on the 11th of January at Aquaticum Indoor Aquapark. Programmes 1:30 p.m. Aquafitness Location: Indoor Aquapark 2:00 p.m. - 2:30 p.m.  Minnie and Mickey Mouse hat making Location: Outside Terrace above the Swimming Pool 2:30 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.  Family adventure tour in 5 locations 1.Disney Song Recognition Location: next to Adventure pool 2. Skill and memory games Location: Children's play area (fun playground) 3. Family brain teaser: matching fairy tale characters and movie titles Location: Babies' pool 4. Boating competition in the wave pool Location: Wave pool 5. Family picnic eating contest Venue: Mediterranean Restaurant 4:00 p.m. Announcement of the results Venue: Outdoor terrace above the whirl pool 4:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m. Balloon corner (learn how to make a puppy) and face painting with fairy-tale characters Location: Outdoor terrace above the whirl pool Please note that organisers reserve the right to change the programme and pictures and videos are taken for advertising purposes. By participating participants acknowledge that audio and video recordings may be made.   Date: 11 January, 1:30 p.m. - 5:00 p.m. Location:Aquaticum Indoor Aquapark.   […]

Fresh Debrecen Formations’ Play in the Downtown Club

DESz24 Batthyány u. 24., Debrecen

With the arrival of the new year, on the second Saturday of January, two fresh formations from Debrecen will take over Desz24 (primarily an underground theatre space). Admission to the unusual indie rock and experimental art pop/rap evening is free, but there will also be a charity box on site if anyone thinks they would like to support the program or the performers. The indie rock trio Attic Attempt released their first EP last summer.  3colors is a solo project, which is mostly characterised by experimental, often noisy electronics and modern pop and rap influences mixed with surreal English and Hungarian lyrics.  The concert starts at 7.00 p.m. on Saturday in the basement of Desz24. More information about the program can be found here. Date: 11 January, 7.00 p.m. Location:Desz24   Source and photo dehir.hu

Aquaticum SPA Saturday

Aquaticum Debrecen SPA Nagyerdei park 1, Debrecen, Hungary

Aquaticum SPA is waiting for guests with long experiences on these Saturdays to enjoy the outdoor pool of the Thermal Bath until 11:00 p.m. under the foliage of the Great Forest and the starry sky. In addition, the Sauna World is also open, where sauna masters are offering fantastic infusions. The Thermal Café will be open all day. Two types of tickets can be bought  for the SPA Saturday event: Evening outdoor thermal ticket: 3000 HUF allowing the use of the thermal bath outdoor pool from 8:30 p.m. to 11:00 p.m.  Entrance to the Thermal Bath and Sauna World area is from 8:00 p.m. Evening outdoor thermal ticket with a sauna evening: 9,500 HUF, including: the use of the thermal bath outdoor pool (swimwear area) 3 sauna programmes in the master sauna (8:30 p.m., 9:15 p.m., 10:00 p.m.) 1 draining program in the stollen sauna (Banja) (10:45 p.m. ) skin care peeling 2 sauna sheets unlimited herbal tea and lemonade fruit bowl. Sauna masters: Kinga Szalai, Sándor Fazekas and Attila Tamási Hosts of the evening: Tímea Kovács and András Botos. The theme of the evening: Time travel in Celtic-Viking and Slavic history. 8:30 p.m. Celtic magic - Tímea Kovács 9:15 […]

“Musical Instrument into Hands ” at the Kölcsey Centre

Kölcsey Center Bethlen u., 4026, Debrecen, Hungary

The musical instruments and sound equipment that could be tried out in the program last visited the city in April 2022, having previously visited the city in 2018 and 2017. This time, the 90th "Musical Instrument into Hands" exhibition will be held at the Kölcsey Centre, where the instruments in seven sections will be on display between the 14th and the 16th of  January, on the 320th to 322nd exhibition days of the series. Guitars, bass guitars, keyboards, percussion, world music and folk instruments, as well as electronic music and studio equipment will once again be presented by experienced musicians. The exhibition will be opened by Deputy Mayor István Puskás Puskás on Tuesday, the 14th of January at 10.30 a.m., with speeches by Managing Director of Főnix Event Organiser Ltd., Zita Dobos and Director of Rocksuli Debrecen, Miklós Péter Balogh. More information about the programme of the “Instrument in Hand” exhibition in Debrecen can be found here.   Date:14-16 January Location: Kölcsey Centre Source and photo credit:dehir.hu  

Classical Music Concert at the Reformed University Church

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

The National Philharmonic Orchestra will come to Debrecen on the 18th of January as part of the Philharmonia Hungary season at the Debrecen Reformed University Church. Come and be part of a truly great evening of music. This concert is also for lovers of emotions, dreams, human greatness and transcendence. Performers: National Philharmonic Orchestra conducted by György Vashegyi Programme: Mozart: Serenade in B flat major “Gran Partita” Massenet: The Virgin – The Virgin’s Last Dream Schönberg: Glorious Night About the music pieces: Mozart's Gran Partita is a large-scale serenade for wind instruments, showcasing emotion, fantasy, human grandeur, and transcendence. Known for its unique solutions and idioms, it's a bohemian, personal, and dignified concert that explores new waters and explores new musical forms. The Last Dream of the Virgin, a colorful and emotionally transcendent piece by Massenet, is performed in the second half of the concert. Originally an introduction to the Virgin Mary legend, it depicts the Assumption of the Virgin Mary and serves as a prelude to heaven. Schoenberg's Glorious Ego features strings and a poem by Richard Dehmel, depicting a passionate couple resolving issues like betrayal, childbirth, and repentance. Listening to this work may inspire forgiveness for relationship grievances. […]

Books Fair at Böszörményi Road Campus

After the highly successful visit in October, the Alexandra Publishing Company is arriving with books at incredibly favourable prices. In the course of the publishing work, a lot of books pass through hands; some specimens inevitably suffer minor or major defects. However, the perfect exterior is not everything: the inner values are the most important, especially in the case of books. At the books fair, more than 15000 different books, not only defective but books in perfect shape, can be bought at discount prices from 100 HUF. The book fair is open from 10:00 a.m. until the stock lasts,  but the latest until  5:00 p.m. Paying by card on the spot is possible.   Date:19 January, from 10:00 a.m., latest until  5:00 p.m. Location: Böszörményi Road Campus, Böszörményi road 138 Source:FB events