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Sehenswert Film Festival

Apollo Cinema Miklós u. 1, Debrecen, Hungary

This year marks the 12th edition of the Eyes Wide Shut || Sehenswert Film Festival, where you can see the latest and most exciting films from Germany, Austria, and Switzerland. There is something for everyone, as love, culture, belonging, family troubles, human relationships, the art world, and many other pressing issues are explored in a dramatic and profound way, or in a light and humorous way. The following films will be screened in Debrecen, in the Kertész Mihály Hall of the Apollo Cinema: 18 October (Wednesday) 20:00: Fire-red sky 19 October (Thursday) 20:00: Vienna Calling 20 October (Friday) 20:00: Upstairs Neighbors 21 October (Saturday) 20:00: They only talk about the weather 22 October (Sunday) 20:00 Anima – My father’s clothes The films will be available in the original language with Hungarian subtitles. Admission is free. The screenings are supported by the Goethe-Institut Budapest Location: Kertész Mihály Hall of the Apollo Cinema Date and time: 18-22 October from 8 p.m. Source: Sehenswert Film Festival – visitdebrecen

Games Studies Conference

University of Debrecen Egyetem tér 1., Debrecen, Hungary

Games and Language is a Hungarian-English bilingual and hybrid event to be held on 20-21 October 2023 at the University of Debrecen. The conference is intended to provide room for productive conversation in the Hungarian, regional and international scholarly community working with both table-top and video games of all genres within the field of humanities and social sciences, with a special focus on the language of games, language in games and the intersections between language and game studies. The Conference  is organised by the Institute of English and American Studies, University of Debrecen. The event starts at 7 p.m. on 20 October. Source: FB  Játék és Nyelv Konferencia

Books Fair

Jerikó utca 17 Debrecen, Hungary

After the highly successful visit in May, the Alexandra Publishing Company is arriving with an almost completely new stock and different 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 book fair, not only defective books but books in perfect shape can be bought at discount prices. More than 15000 different  books can be bought 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. Source: Szépséghibás és akciós könyvásár Debrecenben!ꟾ Facebook

Church Backyard Market

2-4 Leány Street 2-4 Leány Street, Debrecen, Hungary

On the third Saturday of every month, at the relaunched Church Backyard Market (Egyháztáji market), visitors can buy products from local farmers and artisans at favourable prices in the heart of the city centre. The organisers of the event are Debrecen Great Church Congregation and Hajdúság Pantry (Hajdúság Éléskamrája). Programmes: 8.00 a.m. Opening of the  event 9.00 a.m. Freshly squeezed grape juice 10.00 a.m. Debrecen Folk Ensemble performance 11.00 a.m. Superstar Cheerleading and Dance Association’s performance Additional attractions at the fair to expect: -  bouncy castle, folk games, trampoline, book exchange point, Slambuc The games are free to use. Squeezing grapes is available  all day long! Date: 21 October Location: 2-4 Leány Street, Inner courtyard of the Debrecen Great Church Congregation Source: Programturizmus

Saint Dömötör Day Herding Festival at Hortobágy

This year as well, the Herding Festival is organised in Hortobágy at a new location, in the area of the Máta Herd (Mátai Ménes). In Hortobágy, following the traditions of the old folk customs, both the shepherds and their livestock prepare for the winter and the animals are driven from the desert pastures to their winter accommodation. Those who come to the event can meet up close the shepherds' animals - Hungarian racka sheep, nonius horses, four-ox buffalo herds, and six-ox Hungarian gray cattle herds, which parade in front of visitors in the company of the shepherds, colts and cattle herders. During the day-long event, there will be a craft fair, shepherd's dishes cooked in a cauldron, and within the framework of the Crane Festival program of the Hortobágy National Park Administration nature science games and craft activities await everyone. At the event, the tradition of lighting the Shepherd's Bonfire, which was revived last year, will be held again this year, with which the shepherds say goodbye to the grazing season. Date: 21 October, 10am - 6pm, Máta Herd, Hortobágy Entrance is free. Source: Debrecen.Imami.hu

Hungarian Republic Day – 23 October

Since October 23, 1989, this significant day has been a double national holiday in Hungary: the day of the outbreak of the revolution in 1956 and the day of the proclamation of the Hungarian Republic in 1989. The Hungarian Republic Day is celebrated and commemorated by various events, including wreath-laying ceremonies, memorial services, cultural programs, and historical exhibitions commemorate this day The Hungarian national flag, with its tricolor of red, white, and green, is prominently displayed during the celebrations. Red symbolizes valor, white stands for freedom, and green represents hope. All exhibitions of the Déri Museum, the Ferenc Medgyessy Memorial Exhibition and the House of Debrecen Literature can be visited free of charge by everyone during the national holidays.  Date and time: 23 October, during the usual opening hours in Debrecen. Source: Programturizmus

Behind-the-scenes Tours at Csokonai Theatre

Csokonai Theater Kossuth u. 10, Debrecen, Hungary

Theatre visits will continue in the second half of October in the newly renovated Csokonai Theatre.  The behind-the-scenes tours held several times every afternoon are led by actors. Visitors are taken to parts of the theatre that are closed off from the public and are real theatre treats: the dressing rooms, the stage, the set storage, the artists' buffet, the orchestra pit and, last but not least, the floors of the revolving stage.  On October 26th those visitors who would like to hear interesting facts about the Theater building in English are also welcome, as the soloist of the newly formed dance department, Fernando Gabriel Luis, will lead the interested parties on this occasion. You can find the dates of theatre visits by clicking here.  Location: Csokonai Theatre Source: csokonaiszinhaz.hu

Mindset Academy one-day conference

The leadership training combined with a one-day conference is aimed at those who want to know more about artificial intelligence's management support tools and want to use new, intelligent methods. The invited experts are experienced in creating the management tools of the future, or they have to keep up with the changes which will also be shared at this conference. Artificial intelligence can help managers with: data analysis optimization of corporate strategies able to expand the boundaries of limited rationality, with which it supports the optimization of processes in order to increase efficiency and productivity supporting  the integration of employees, company learning and training strengthening employer branding increase of engagement helping  reduce costs. The participants will get answers to these questions: How does artificial intelligence help in recruitment and selection? What can the data be used for and how can you build more committed teams by analysing it? How can AI support employer branding? What will be the future of management, what expectations must be met by future managers? What should those who want to be successful leaders in the future learn? Chatbots: what are they and how do they simplify company processes? Program: 8:30 a.m. - 9:30 a.m.    […]

Pearls 1 – Concert of Kodály Philharmonic Orchestra

Pásti Street synagogue 4 Pásti Street, Debrecen, Hungary

The Kodály Philharmonic Orchestra's chamber orchestra concert is conducted by the ensemble's permanent conductor, Tibor Bényi  in the synagogue on Pásti Street on 28th October from 7 p.m. The best-known work of Franz Schubert's chamber music oeuvre is probably the piano quintet in A major called "The Trout". The reason for using the distinctive name was the fourth movement, which is none other than a series of variations composed on the theme of his previous song (Die Forelle). By the way, the composer also composed instrumental versions for four other songs. In his score for the Pisztárng quintet, made in 1819, Schubert does not use the usual formation of two violins, viola, accordion, and piano, but abandons the part of the second violin and enriches the bass by using the double bass. (Incidentally, one of Johann Nepomuk Hummel's works provided a sample for this solution.) The order of movements of the nearly forty-minute work also differs from the usual one, in that the titular series of variations is added to the classic (fast-slow-dance-movement-finale) pattern  almost as an extension. Incidentally, the idea for the arrangement of the song came from Sylvester Paumgartner, a wealthy amateur cellist who lived in the Upper […]

End-of-Season Celebrations and Halloween Party at the Zoo

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

This year for the very first time the end-of-season celebrations will last five whole days from 27 to 31 October offering a spooktastic array of events and activities culminating in the  popular Halloween Party from 16:00 to 23:00 on October 31. Attractions like the Ghost Train and Grim Maze will take visitors on a haunting experience and a courage  test.  Animals in Action will offer spooktastic feeding events to fill a whole day and guests  will get to go on their  very own treasure hunt in hopes of tasty treats.  All 23 amusement park rides, including the new Baroque Swing Ride will also be available, with Magic Wristband Passes granting unlimited access all day long on 28  October and 29 October and all evening long on October 31. The Halloween Party on 31 October between 4 p.m. and 11 p.m. offers otherworldly events and activities like Witch Shoesmithing, Waltz of Monsters, Ghostly Disco, Dare at the Palm House, March of Zombies, Witch Dance, Fiery Finale, Spider Lair, and Día de Muertos among others. All the visitors are  encouraged to put on their scariest costumes and take part in our Monstrous Beauty Contest. Entrance fee is HUF 3,800/person, and the magic […]

Halloween Street Festival

Batthyány utca Debrecen, Hungary

Thanks to last year's great success, this year there will be a Halloween Street Festival again on Batthyány Street. On the 27 October 2023, between 5.00 pm and 9.00 pm, the team of the Debrecen Creative Community is waiting for visitors again. Restaurants will have special themed offers, shops will be dressed up for Halloween, and institutions will be inviting children and teenagers in costume to collect sweets and play games. Dress up for the occasion, bring a lantern and let the mystical chocolate hunt begin.  Programs for children (ages 0-11)  Costume contest  "Ghosty" stories  Community dance  Trick or treat! game and candy collection  Presentation of legendary animals  Face painting  Street film screening  Programs for youngsters (from 12 years old)  Costume contest  Horror stories  "Ghosty" games  Halloween selfie  JustDance in the darkness All shops and associations of the Debrecen Creative Community participate in the program. Participation in the program is free. Source: Facebook - Debreceni Kreatív Közösség | Photo credit: Pixabay

Night Splash in Aquaticum Indoor Aquapark

Aquaticum Debrecen SPA Nagyerdei park 1, Debrecen, Hungary

A Night Splash party with various programs  will be held again in a magnificent tropical setting, with extended opening hours at the Aquaticum Indoor Aquapark. At the event Mr. Judge will provide the fantastic atmosphere. Please note that images and videos will be taken for advertising purposes. By participating visitors acknowledge that audio and video recordings may be made by the organisers. Date: 28 October, 2023 Location: Indoor Aquapark in Acquaticum, 1 Nagyerdei Park Source: Aquaticum