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Well-Known Painter’s Series of Summer Events at a Special Scene

Erőss Lajos utca 20 Debrecen, Hungary

Close to the city centre, in a small street, there is a beautiful garden. You might not realise how beautiful it is when you pass its fence, but when you enter the gate, you feel like you're in a Mediterranean world. The venue for special concerts will be the beautiful Debrecen garden, where there are also hundred-year-old trees. The garden is part of the world of an artist, Ferenc Uzonyi from Debrecen. A painter who is passionate about nature, and who says it is a great experience to see the beauty bursting out of the buds in spring, and then the world shows a different, but always magical face every season.  “I've had events in my garden before, musical events and now I want to make them a regular feature in the summer.My idea is to organise a series called “Bagolyvár” (Owl Castle)Musical Evenings. You could say they'll be secret concerts, and those who come will be able to admire the garden, have a musical experience and meet other people interested in culture and art,” painter Ferenc Uzonyi said. The origin of the title is that there is a tower in the garden, which is almost invisible from the street, […]

Sunday Organ Evenings in the Great Church

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

On the Sunday Organ Evenings at the Great Church organists will play the “Queen of Instruments” on the first Sunday of every month from 6.00 p.m. until November. On  the 7th of July evening, Hedvig Jakab will be the guest organist. Donations from the concert will be used to renovate the church organ. The donations raised will be used to renovate the organ of the Great Church. If you wish, you can also support the renewal of one of the most outstanding organs in the country through the Musica Sacra Church Music Foundation (account number:11738008-20185745). Date: 7 July, 6.00 p.m. Location: Great Church Source:dehir.hu

Italian Night – In Memoriam Bud Spencer

Roncsbár Csapó u. 27, Debrecen, Hungary

On the 19th of July, Roncsbár will pay tribute to the greatness of movie character Piedone played by famous Bud Spencer. Programmes The evening will start at 7.00 p.m. with a Film Quiz, to which teams of 2-5 Bud Spencer and Terence Hill fans are welcome to win valuable prizes. From 9.00 p.m. classic film soundtracks will be revived by Bud Spencer and Terence Hill Memorial Orchestra. For the rest of the evening, Italian music specialist DJ Lina and native Italian Luca Balducco, will be providing the fantastic atmosphere.  The grill terrace of Roncsbár will offer of course with style onion beans. Don't miss this special and unique evening! Performers at the event: ▪️ Bud Spencer and Terence Hill Memorial Orchestra ▪️ Dj Lina ▪️ Luca Balducco Date:19 July, 7.00 p.m. Location: Roncsbár   Source:FB events

Music Evenings in the Great Forest

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

The University of Debrecen's Faculty of Music and the Conservatory Foundation organise the International Summer Academy for Young Musicians for the 23rd time for students of secondary schools, music students and young music teachers. In addition to individual masterclasses, professional development is ensured through chamber music and orchestral work. The Academy is located in the prime tourist area of Debrecen, in the neighbourhood of the Great Forest, in the University City.  The International Summer Academy of Young Musicians in Debrecen will present a varied repertoire of free concerts: 10 July 7.00 p.m. Singing, violin and bass violin gala 11 July 7.00 p.m. Brass and piano gala 12 July 7.00 p.m. Flute and violin gala 13 July 7.00 p.m. Strings and piano gala 14 July 7.00 p.m. Trumpet and percussion gala 15 July 7.00 p.m. Woodwind instruments gala As part of the Summer Academy, in addition to the usual master classes, the orchestra camp of the Kodály Zoltán World Youth Orchestra will be organised under the direction of Tamás Vásáry, pianist and conductor, followed by public concerts. 17 July 7.00 p.m. Kodály Zoltán Youth World Orchestra concert at the reformed Great Church of Debrecen, Ticket price: HUF 1500. Tickets are available […]

Hortobágy Equestrian Days

Hortobágyi Nemzeti Park Hortobágy, Petőfi tér 9, Debrecen, Hungary

The most awaited festival of the year, the Hortobágy Horse Equestrian will be held for the 56th time. From the 12th to the 14th of July, exciting equestrian and family events await everyone in the land of the herdsmen. The aim of the event is to promote Hortobágy's equestrian culture and heritage.  There are also special programmes for children, including folk games and puppet theatre performances. And if that's not enough, there are more than 60 handicrafts and typical Hortobágy dishes to choose from. Programmes Arena Friday, 12 July 1:00 p.m.-2:00 p.m.  Horse carriage race 2:00 p.m.-3:00 p.m. Hortobágy Life Picture 3:00 p.m.-4:00 p.m. Horse show 4:00 p.m.-4:30 p.m. Stud drive Saturday, 13 July 11:00 a.m.-12:30 p.m. Horse carriage race 1:00 p.m.-2:00 p.m. Hortobágy Life Picture 2:00 p.m.-3:00 p.m. Presentation of Bábolna and Szilvásvárad stud farms 3:00 p.m.-4:00 p.m. Stallion championship 4:00 p.m.-5:00 p.m. Horse show 5:00 p.m.-5:30 p.m. Greyhound race 5:30 p.m.-18:30 p.m. Simultaneous Carriage race 18:30 p.m.-7:30 p.m. Presentation of Mezőhegyes and Mátai stud farms 7:30 p.m.-8:00 p.m. Stud drive 8:00 p.m.-8:30 p.m. Fire Horse Show Sunday, 14 July 11:30 a.m.-12:00 p.m. Greyhound race 12:00 p.m.-1:00 p.m. Stallion championship 1:00 p.m.-2:00 p.m. Hortobágy Life Picture 2:00 p.m.-3:30 p.m. […]

Little Railway Day celebrations at Zoo Debrecen

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

The only classic amusement park in Hungary celebrates the Day of the Little Railway on the second Saturday of July, and this year, in keeping with and expanding this tradition, it will offer all-day unlimited experiences and thematic programmes with the participation of numerous contributors on the 13th and the 14th of July. At the event there will be a unique opportunity to learn about the rich past and present of the Little Railway, which has been in operation since its foundation and has now been fully restored, and to admire model trains, model railway models and railway relics, and even to take a train driver training course and become a train driver. The nostalgic atmosphere will be enhanced by an amateur radio station, a pioneer railway photo point and an exhibition of bicycle curiosities, while younger visitors can also enjoy a themed craft corner and a forest exploration game. The full range of amusement park rides will be available to the public, with magic wristbands available all day long. In view of the rich programme, on the 13th and the 14th of July,, the Amusement Park can be visited with a 2500 HUF per person ticket including one free […]

Books Fair at Böszörményi Road Campus

Böszörményi Road 138 Böszörményi Road 138, Debrecen, Hungary

After visits to several other cities, the Alexandra Publishing Group is arriving with books with beauty defects and books on a discount price.  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. Date: 13 July, from 10:00 a.m. latest until  5:00 p.m. Location: Böszörményi Road Campus, Böszörményi road 138   Source:FB events  

Exhibition of Graphic Artist, István Subicz Opens at Új Galéria

New Gallery (Új Galéria) 1 Széchenyi Street, Debrecen, Hungary

This time graphic artist István Subicz will show his wooden works to the Debrecen audience via exhibition titled "The trees (also) tell a story". The artist, who is a rigorous creator and takes art seriously, believes that the nature and destiny of pictures is that they end up on a wall somewhere, and that people and viewers come into contact with them in some way. Photographer András Máthé will open the exhibition with  flute player Hanna Jantyik on Saturday the 13th of July at 5:00 p.m. at Új Galéria. Date: opening on the 13th of July Location: Új Galéria, 1 Széchenyi Street Source:dehir.hu

Debrecen Antiques Fairs on the 14th of July

Nagyerdei Stadium Nagyerdei park 12, Debrecen, Hungary

On the 14th of July from 7 a.m. the Mecca of antiques awaits again visitors loving the market atmosphere, with coins, medals, weapons and furniture. In addition, dealers also sell a wide selection of china tableware, paintings, and family silverware. The offer is varied and diverse where there is no space for new goods. The fair is accessible by public transport,Tram 1, Bus No. 10, 12, 13, 22, 24, please get off at the Clinics stop.   Date:  14th of July,  from 7.00  a.m. - 2.00 p.m.  Location: Nagyerdei Park 12., Nagyerdei Stadium Northern closed parking lot Source: FB events, debreceniregisegvasar.hu  

Zoo Camp Now Available for Expat Children in English

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

With the summer holidays fast approaching, Debrecen Zoo is happy to announce their first ever Expat Zoo Camp in English  between the 15th and 19th of July, offering local expat children Debrecen’s richest and most unique day camp experiences and activities on the wild side Monday through Friday. With professional zoo educators as their guides, Zoo Campers will peek behind the scenes at the Park for their very own up-close encounters and lifelong memories with various exotic animals through experiential education activities.  In addition to a first-hand introduction to the behaviour and nutrition of wildlife from all around the globe, they will learn all about responsible pet ownership and what it means to take care of a rich zoological and botanical collection.  The five-day sessions also include three meals a day and a great diversity of team building and arts-and-crafts.  As a finale to the camp week, the Amusement Park's toy machines will provide children with activities of a lot of fun. Price of camp:69,000 HUF per child with a 10 percent discount for siblings Registration is now open online at: www.ticketbase.eu/zoodebrecen Date: 15-19 July Location: Debrecen Zoo Source: Facebook events  

Street Music Days in Debrecen

The 4th Debrecen Street Music Days will be held on Friday and Saturday, the 19th and the 20th of July at which more than 20 bands will provide a summer evening atmosphere at 5 locations. Information about the schedule and the performers of the free concerts can be found at https://demki.hu/utcazene/   Date:19-20 July Location: various locations downtown Debrecen - Halköz,DEMKI Youth House, in front of the Glass Pyramid,  Dósa Nádor Square, Csapó Street at Forum   Source:FB events  

Hungarian Alter-Pop Concert at Water Tower Garden

Great Forest Water Tower Pallagi út 7, Debrecen, Hungary

Band Andalgó, combining alt-pop with acoustic elements, interprets the best-known Hungarian alt-pop songs in an acoustic version on the 19th of July from 8.30 p.m at Water Tower Garden (Víztoronykert). The members of the formation are Míra Léhárt (vocals), Patrik Polgár (guitar) and Marcell Magyar (percussion.  Míra and Patrik's duo had been performing regularly for two years when they asked Marcell, who was born in Debrecen, to add colour to their playing and form a band. Although the formation was only formed half a year ago, they have already appeared on more TV shows. Opening at 7.30 p.m., the concert starts at 8.30 p.m. For more information please  click here. Date: 19 July, 8.30 p.m. Location:Water Tower Garden Source: dehir.hu