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Along the Line – Exhibition

Along the Line is the permanent exhibition of MODEM Modern and Contemporary Art Center’s collection, in Debrecen. The exhibition, which explores the contemporary use of the line in various media, comes into being by the curatorial selection from a deliberate and continuously evolving collection of the past 16 years including purchases of artworks and mainly donations of the International Artist Residency of Debrecen. Drawings, especially studies, had a subordinate role until the beginning of the 20th century. They could only function as sketches, but nowadays they are considered as complete works of art. The use of lines in the photos, paintings and sculptures presented at the exhibition reinterprets the idea of ​​the drawing-line. Here, it already becomes the vehicle of the artistic idea: a tool that uses the mask of simplicity, focus and ease cleverly in understanding and depicting reality. Curator: Szabolcs Süli-Zakar Till 1 November, 2023 Source: MODEM art center

Exhibition of contemporary painters Anikó Éberling and Zsuzsa Szász

Kölcsey Center Bethlen u., 4026, Debrecen, Hungary

The exhibition of contemporary painters Anikó Éberling and Zsuzsa Szász is open free of charge at the Kölcsey Centre until the 20th of October 2023. The exhibition is open daily from 10. a.m. to 6 p.m. during the opening hours of the Kölcsey Centre, and until 7 p.m. during evening events. Deputy Mayor of Debrecen István Puskás will give a welcome speech at the opening of the exhibition on the 27th of September at 6 pm. The exhibition will be opened by János Áfra, poet and art critic, while Anita Oláh will play the harp. Source and photo credit: Kölcsey Központ

Debrecen Autumn Street Fair

The Debrecen Autumn Festival is one of the most momentous programmes in the city’s cultural life, offering a wide range of entertainment options for all age groups. The festival’s repertoire includes concerts, theatrical and dance performances, folk art and children’s programmes, and thematic film festivals featuring the outstanding characters of Debrecen’s art scene too to provide an even more colourful festival programme.

Night at the Zoo

"Night at the Zoo" event often include activities such as guided night tours, animal encounters, educational presentations, and opportunities to learn about nocturnal animals and their behaviors. This is an annual event, and we will keep you updated with dates and time so you can experience the zoo in a unique way after dark.

Hortobágy Equestrian Days

The Hortobágy Equestrian Days, also known as "Hortobágyi Lovasnapok" in Hungarian, is a prominent equestrian event that takes place in the Hortobágy National Park, a UNESCO World Heritage Site located in Hungary. This event typically occurs annually and is a celebration of Hungarian equestrian traditions, including horsemanship, riding, and various equestrian sports and activities. The event features a wide range of equestrian performances and demonstrations. These may include traditional Hungarian riding techniques, horseback archery, and displays of horsemanship skills. The Hortobágy Equestrian Days often include educational programs for visitors. These programs may focus on the history of horsemanship in Hungary, the breeding and care of horses, and the cultural significance of horses in Hungarian life. The Hortobágy National Park, with its vast, pristine landscapes, provides a stunning natural backdrop for the event. Visitors can explore the unique flora and fauna of the park while enjoying the equestrian festivities. We will announce specific details and schedule.  

Debrecziner Gourmet Festival

In the middle of June, the country's finest restaurants and chefs gather in Debrecen park near the lake to show where the pinnacle of gastronomy is today in Hungary. In addition to the best restaurants of Stílusos Rural Éttermiség and Debrecen, star chefs and restaurants from Budapest also present themselves as guest exhibitors. Those who confidently won the public vote of the Debrecziner Gourmet festival, will have it decorated in their restaurant for one year. In addition to mouth-watering bites, exciting textures, special pairings of ingredients and spectacular grilling, craft beers, quality wines and exciting cocktails, event courtesy of the exhibitors awaiting for you during the 3 day festival.  For more details, visit the page later.

Classical music concerts

University of Debrecen, Faculty of Music, Hall Debrecen, Hungary

The autumn season of the Faculty of Music of the University of Debrecen offers more than forty high-quality classical music concerts.  This season of the Steinway concert series begins with a piano evening by László Borbély, one of the most outstanding performers of the Hungarian  young pianists. The concert is on the occasion of the 150th anniversary of  Rachmaninoff 's birth and 80th anniversary of his death. Detailed programme for the piano evening by László Borbély : https://music.unideb.hu/esemenynaptar/borbely-laszlo-zongoraestje-0 Ticket price:  HUF 2,500 | Student and pensioner admission: HUF 1,500

Galiba Children Festival

Playground Sziget-kék Nagyerdei Körút 19., Debrecen, Hungary

Galiba Festival is a four-day children's festival held during the annual Flower Carnival in mid-August. The festival offers nearly 200 free activities for children and their families over five days in the country’s only classic amusement park. The children’s festival features interactive and exciting stage performances, magic shows, concerts, board games, video games, arts and crafts, sports demonstrations, and a wide range of activities that provide both fun and skill development. It also offers a glimpse into the world of trades and crafts. History of the Galiba Children’s Festival It was born in 2012 as the little brother of the Flower Carnival, where groups of children and urban communities could experience for themselves what it is like to design, build and present their own small flower floats in front of an audience of thousands. But who is GALIBA? A goose, but not just any goose! He is from a narrative poem, Lúdas Matyi by Fazekas Mihály, which has a modern version by György Schwajda. According to György Schwajda, “there is no animal more beautiful than a goose”, and he is as skilled at mischief as he is at merriment. Just like children… Over the past 10 years, the one-day children’s […]

Szaft ‘n Burger

Szaft 'n Burger is a professional Hamburger Grilling Competition with Cash Prizes: 'The Burger of the Country' This exciting competition, complemented by a steak roast, takes place at the beginning of September by Békás Lake in Debrecen. The primary objective of this event is to host a cash prize competition and gastronomic jamboree, adhering to strict professional standards, in the unique setting of Békás-tó. It includes an impartial jury tasked with selecting 'The Burger of the Country' from among accomplished participants in the professional field. The Burger Festival warmly welcomes families, groups of friends, and children who have a penchant for hamburgers and top-quality meat. In addition to the professional category with cash prizes, there are various other categories to participate in, including an amateur individual category, a team competition, a junior competition, and even a freestyle competition (allowing for the use of other meats, fish, or vegan ingredients). Beyond the culinary delights and refreshments, attendees can immerse themselves in a lively atmosphere featuring a music program and stage presentations.

Night of researchers

Researchers' Night is a series of free events organized throughout Europe to promote science and the career of a researcher. This year too, on the last weekend of September, you can get a glimpse into the secrets of the various fields of science. Through entertaining and inspiring lectures, experiments, lab visits and other playful programs, all ages can get to know the many new results of scientific research. The most important goal of the event, initiated by the Marie Skłodowska-Curie Actions of the European Union Commission, is to make the diverse work of researchers and developers attractive to young people - both boys and girls. Debrecen International School, University of Debrecen, Agora Science Center and Debrecen Reformed College are joining the event. Check the detailed program and register on the web site www.kutatokejszakaja.hu September 29 - 30, 2023 Source: www.kutatokejszakaja.hu

Extended Wristband Day at the Debrecen Zoo

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

Unlimited adventures continue this autumn at the Park, with extended opening hours till 10 p.m. Magic Wristband Passes grant unlimited access to gaming machines and evening programs for young people.  Starting at 6 p.m., rides like the mighty Apollo-X will be made even more amazing by spectacular lighting, followed by a concert by local indie rock band, Water Signs from 7 p.m.  After there will be a youth disco on the dance floor in front of the Funhouse! Price: Unlimited access to rides from 10 a.m. to 10 p.m. with the Magic Wristband Pass is available for HUF 4,900 per person on-site and in advance online. Source: Facebook (Zoo Debrecen)zoo

“Indian Summer” Family Day in Aquaticum

Aquaticum Debrecen SPA Nagyerdei park 1, Debrecen, Hungary

There will be an "Indian Summer" family day at the Aquaticum. Programmes: 1.30 p.m.  - Aquafitness 2.00 -2.30 p.m. - Indian headdress making on the platform next to the wave pool 2.30 - 4 p.m. - Family adventure tour Testing Little Indians' senses - blindfolding, then recognizing objects, sound effects, smells and scents Indian warrior training: Indian log walking obstacle course, tomahawk throwing aiming game, building towers from glasses Tribal chief's meeting: making a fire pit, solving a family puzzle and a coded puzzle;  a"home puzzle" with time measurement Swimming to the land of the Indians: temporarily swim the family across an inflatable island in the wave pool Family picnic over the fire pit: eating competition 4.00 p.m. - Announcement of results - Tribal dance procedure 4 p.m. - 4.30 p.m. -  Balloon corner: learning how to make swords and balloon flowers 4.30 p.m. – 5 p.m. - Water competitions for the family Location: Aquaticum - Élményfürdő (Aquaticum Mediterranean Pleasure Bath) Source: Aquaticum