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Masterpieces by Mozart and Schubert Performed at the Debrecen Church

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

Who would have thought that of all Mozart's bassoon concertos (because he supposedly composed five), only one remains to us? The Kodály Philharmonic Orchestra's chamber orchestra concert on 27 May in the University Church will include this work. Visitors to the concert will also be able to hear a true gem of the divertimento genre, the composer's Serenade in D major, better known as the Serenata notturna. Mozart's masterpieces will be joined by Schubert's Symphony No 8 (B minor,  the famous 'Unfinished' symphony, whose incompleteness is perhaps its endlessness. The title of the evening is “Hymn to Infinity”. The soloist is József Vitányi, bassoonist of the Kodály Philharmonic Orchestra. The orchestra is conducted by their permanent conductor Tibor Bényi.  Tickets are available at Klassz Pont Ticket Office and Kölcsey Centre, and online at kodalyfilharmonia.jegy.hu   Date: 27 May, 7.00 p.m. Location: Reformed University Church of Debrecen Source and photo credit:dehir.hu  

Summer Kick-off – Season Closing Dance House

Mátyás Pince Ajtó street 1, Debrecen, Hungary

Folk dance and folk music enthusiasts are welcome to a Summer Kick-Off Dance House event on 27 May.  Leaving the walls of the “cellar”, there will be other opportunities to join the dance house. For these please check the Dance House’s Facebook page as the outdoor programmes will be announced soon. After the event, the Dance House  will take a short break and hopefully see its guests in September and October again. Madaras band and all musically inclined friends are making music at the event.   Date: 27 May, 7.30 p.m. - 28 May, 1.00 a.m. Location:Mátyás Cellar (Mátyás Pince) Source:FB events|Photo credit:debrecen.hu

Malevo Dance Show

Főnix Hall Kassai út 28, Debrecen, Hungary

Strength, dexterity and agility meet in a spectacular performance on the 27th of May at the Főnix Arena, where the audience can witness the fusion of flamenco, tango, and Irish step dance in a breathtaking performance that not only pushes the boundaries of the Malambo style but also delivers an extraordinary visual and sensory theatrical experience unlike anything you've seen before. After being named Argentina’s official cultural ambassador, MALEVO has taken the world by storm, performing in iconic cities like Las Vegas, New York, Paris, and London. They’ve shared the stage with Ricky Martin, dazzled alongside Cirque du Soleil, and captivated audiences on America’s Got Talent. The story of Malambo originally performed by Argentinian cowboys (gauchos) around campfires after long days of riding, Malambo was a solo dance showcasing energy, skill, and competitive spirit. Today, this traditional dance has been perfected with modern elements to entertain and amaze global audiences. Ticket to buy at: Malevo Dance Show - tickets Date: May 27, 7.00 p.m. - 8.30 p.m. Location:Debrecen, Főnix Arena Source: fairmedia.funcode.hu|Photo credit: visitdebrecen.com

FestiWine 2025

Déri Square Déri Park, Debrecen, Hungary

FestiWine - Downtown Wine Festival is coming to Déri Square for the fifth time this year hosted in the magnificent Déri Square, with its museum, fountain and park. Kick off the summer with friendly toasts, an idyllic atmosphere in the caring embrace of the surrounding trees, with meeting Hungary's best winemakers and wines. All this accompanied by catchy swing and jazz tunes, in the middle of Debrecen's city centre, in the oasis in front of the Déri Museum. This is what FestiWine promises: More than 40 wineries, nearly 150 varieties of wines from Hungary and around the world  Debrecen's finest gastro street food will satisfy your hunger, while nationally renowned jazz and swing bands will be playing for 3 days. Programmes: 31 May "Festiszörp" Children's Day, from 10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m., the little ones will be treated to free entry and exciting activities. Performing artists at the festival: Charlie, Imre Rakonczai & The Blue Piano, Bálint Gájer and Éliás Jr. For more performers coming soon, please check this link FestiWine 2025. Tickets: Advance ticket prices: Day ticket: HUF 4990, 3-day pass: HUF 8990 Don't miss the discounted advance tickets that can be purchased via this link:  this link.   […]

Downtown Outdoor Cinema

MODEM art center 1-3 Hunyadi János Street, Debrecen, Hungary

This summer, the MODEM inner garden will be back on the big screen! Timeless classics in a modern guise, iconic love dramas and musicals – in Hungarian and English, in a special atmosphere, with extra programmes, in the heart of the city. Outdoor Cinema programme: 30 May  9:00 p.m. Eat Pray Love - American romantic drama in Hungarian with English subtitles, 140 minutes, 2010, Age limit: 12 Information Tickets to buy at modemart.jegy.hu and at the MODEM box office Ticket price: HUF 2 500 Venue: MODEM Modern and Contemporary Art Center inner garden In case of rainy weather, the venue: Apollo Cinema Doors open: 30 minutes before the programme starts 11 July  8:00 p.m. Guided tour of the exhibition Szipál 101 – Light-Life-Heritage 8:00 p.m.  Romeo and Juliet -  Italian-English romantic drama in Hungarian with English subtitles, 138 minutes, 1968, Age limit: 12 Information Tickets to buy at modemart.jegy.hu and at the MODEM box office Ticket price: HUF 2 500 Venue: MODEM Modern and Contemporary Art Center inner garden In case of rainy weather, the venue: Apollo Cinema Doors open: 30 minutes before the program starts. 8 August 8:00 p.m. Guided tour by actress Franciska Törőcsik at the exhibition “What […]

Coffee Fest Debrecen

Fórum Shopping Center Csapó utca 30, Debrecen, Hungary

Interested parties are cordially invited to Coffee Fest Debrecen, which will take place in Debrecen in 2025. The aim of this festival is to make coffee culture accessible to everyone and to bring the civil audience closer to the coffee service providers. Who is it for? For everyone who loves coffee - whether you are a beginner or an experienced coffee enthusiast. The festival aims to showcase the diversity of coffee and make it accessible to everyone. What can visitors expect? Free coffee tastings, professional talks, demonstrations, acoustic concerts, prize draws and lots of fun.   Date:31 May -1 June 8.00 a.m. - 9.00 p.m. Location: Fórum Shopping Mall Source: FB events|Photo credit:Pixabay

Debrecen Civilian Festival

Ady Park Liszt tér 1, Debrecen, Hungary

Join a special day and meet people who are working to make Debrecen a more liveable, lovable and homely city for all. The Common City Festival is a unique opportunity to discover the impact that working for the community has on the life of our city. Learn about the work of our NGOs, meet like-minded people and experience the power of community in one day. The event is free, but your registration at this site is appreciated by organisers in case you would like to attend. Programmes between 2.00 p.m. - 7.00 p.m. continuously “Smile Graden” With a card game visitors can learn how much oganisations are proud of and what successes they have achieved. Come and join us! Visitors can get to know about the initiatives that make Debrecen a better place. Civil organisations will be waiting for visitors at their stands with varied programmes all afternoon. You can find a detailed description of the programmes in the online program booklet: here. “See us” Discover the most exciting moments of the civil community at a special photo exhibition. Each organisation has brought  their favorite pictures to show. Round-table discussions About active participation and civil organisations. Film Screenings If you like […]

GENEZIS: Gradient Contemporary Ballet Performance

Csokonai Fórum Csapó utca 30, Debrecen, Hungary

The word Genesis originates from Ancient Greek, meaning birth, origin, or creation. The title was chosen for the performance because it symbolises the beginning of a new project. This is the first time that three talented company dancers - Fernando Hernández, Kristóf Juhász, and Valerio Zaffalon - are creating their own choreography, involving the entire company of Gradient Contemporary Ballet Debrecen. Through this, they unleash their creativity and reveal different worlds to the audience. Genezis bears a strong resemblance to the art of choreography itself, everything begins with a spark, an idea that suddenly takes shape and is brought to life through the creator’s craft. The dancer-choreographers summarised their intentions for the production in their own words, each giving a title to their piece: An Intimate Self-Portrait - Fernando Hernández An Intimate Self-Portrait is an unfiltered exploration of identity, vulnerability, and transformation through movement. It is not just a performance, but a revelation, a raw and honest act of self-offering. This piece is not about visibility, but about emotional presence. It is a visceral dialogue, an invitation to witness, to engage, and to recognize ourselves in the unfiltered humanity of another. My Unbridled Horses - Kristóf Juhász My Unbridled Horses […]

Chinese Filmfest

Apollo Cinema Miklós u. 1, Debrecen, Hungary

On 1 June, Apollo Cinema will screen two films chosen from the programme of the “Imázsia” Chinese Film Week in Budapest. The aim of the event in Debrecen is the same as in the capital: to present a selection of Chinese films to the local audience and Chinese viewers living in Hungary as well. The programme of the “Imázsia” Chinese Film Festival in Debrecen is organised by OTT-HOME International Meeting Point, co-organised by Imázsia Nonprofit Ltd. and professionally supported by the Confucius Institute of the University of Debrecen. The main sponsor of the Imázsia Film Festival in Debrecen is Eve Power. The screenings will take place at the Apollo Cinema in Debrecen on 1 June: At 2:00 p.m. "The Successor" will be screened with English and Hungarian subtitles. It was a blockbuster in China during the summer of 2024.  About the film: The parents decide to hide their wealth from their child, so they build a complicated fake reality for him, where he has to learn how to live on little money. The film is humorous, even satirical, reflecting on the burning issue of social inequality. Tickets can be bought via this link. At 6:00 p.m., the film "Off the […]

Csokonai National Theatre’s June Programmes

Enjoy dance performance and plays with English subtitles in June too at various stages in the city. FineDay - Contemporary Ballet Performance - 2 June, 7.00 p.m. at Kóti Árpád Stage Reverie – Gradient Contemporary Ballet Debrecens await dance and art enthusiasts for their performance. The French word "Reverie," which denotes a dreamy, introspective, or contemplative state, is where the evening gets its name.The programme, which consists of two pieces, transports viewers to the realm of dreams and desires, where the dancers delve into the depths of human existence. Tickets can be bought via this  link. “Liliom” - Drama in two acts with English subtitles - 2 June, 7.00 p.m at Csokonai Theatre In 1909, Ferenc Molnár chose a poor city-dweller, Liliom, as his protagonist in a folk play. The story explores the moral message of forgiveness, the possibility or impossibility of it, and the eternal validity of sin. The protagonist's calvary symbolises the interrelatedness of accusation and penance. Tickets can be bought via this link. Soul - Spinner - Celebrational dance performance in two parts - 4, June 8.30 p.m.  at  Great Forest Open-Air Stage The show is made possible by the participation of more than 100 artists, in […]

Cultural Bazaar on Batthyány Street

Batthyány Street Batthyány utcán, Debrecen, Hungary

After its popular thematic programmes and children's flea market, the Debrecen Creative Community is welcoming visitors to a meeting that promises to be popular again. The organisers are preparing a real cultural bazaar on Batthyány Street between 5- 7 June, with antique books, craftsmen, young artists who create on the street, and street musicians creating a real, slow-life-inspired, browsing, bookworm atmosphere.    Date: 5-7 June, 10.00 a.m. - 7.00 p.m. Location:Batthyány Street  Source and photo credit:dehir.hu  

English Stand-Up Comedy with Hot Paprika Comedy

MODEM art center 1-3 Hunyadi János Street, Debrecen, Hungary

Hot Paprika Comedy and MODEM are excited to bring English Stand-Up Comedy back to Debrecen! The event is coming to showcase an amazing night of comedy with some of the best comedians. Lineup: Tauseef Parvez and more. Open Mic Opportunity:  Open spots are available to perform for people in Debrecen if anyone wants to try out Stand-Up Comedy. If you want a spot to perform at this show please check the post in the Facebook event description or message @hotpaprikacomedy Facebook or Instagram page. Price: Student HUF 1500. Adult HUF 2500. Tickets to buy at this link. Follow @hotpaprikacomedy and @modemart.debrecen for more similar events and join MODEM’s group to be the first to hear about our English-language programmes and events here. Date: 6 June, the show starts at 7:30 p.m. Location: MODEM Centre of Modern Art, Debrecen Source:modemart.hu/en |Photo credit:Pixabay