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Debrecen Zoo opens the year with a Family Day

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

Family Days will be held on 27th and the 28th of January from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. The two-day program offers young and old alike a great opportunity to get a glimpse into the lives of the birds and their exotic relatives that spend the winter here. In the framework of an interactive zoo pedagogic session, visitors can  learn how to make their garden bird-friendly, how they can make feeders with their own hands for feathered friends, and they can also observe the native birds of the Great Forest together with binoculars.  The House of Knowledge opens its doors, where guests can take part in an owl spit testing and educational sessions organised by the Hortobágy National Park and the Hajdú-Bihar County Food Rescue Association. The Green Circle brings local nature conservation  closer to interested people in a playful way, and those who are really capable can take on the role of ethologists and participate in animal behaviour research. Of course, the park's birds will also present themselves during a guided tour combined with festive feedings from funny  penguins to tricky  ravens and the exotic inhabitants of Africa, to colourful parrots, but there also will be a falcon show  […]

DVSC legends and Kowalsky and the Vega band are organising a charity soccer gala again in Debrecen

Imre Hódos Sports Hall Kassai út 32-34, Debrecen, Hungary

The event on the 28th of  January  will be hosted by Imre Hódos Sports Hall. The entire taking of the event will be donated to the Szivárvány az Esőben (Rainbow in the Rain)  Foundation, which helps families in need. DVSC Legends and Kowalsky and the Vega organised their first charity soccer gala in 2019. Now they are preparing for the third series of friendly matches, in which the celebrities of Debrecen and the fans of Diósgyőr, as a novelty will also enter the field.  In addition, young football talents will also play. ‘There will be a 2 times 12-minute part, where the DVSC U7 children will compete with the Diósgyőr U7 children, thus halving the field,’ chief organiser, Csaba Bernáth said. The entire income of the event ‘Let's play football for a million’ will be donated to the Szivárvány az Esőben (Rainbow in the Rain), which helps families in difficult situations. The main patron of the event, Deputy Mayor Diána Széles, called the charity soccer gala exemplary, which helps and encourages others to support. ‘The Debrecen Charitable Board is active, which also received support from the soccer gala two years ago, and now I am glad that there are always […]

Winter Moods come to life in the community centre in Debrecen

Újkert Community Hall Jerikó u. 17, Debrecen, Hungary

An exhibition of the works of the Creative Artists of Debrecen (DAK) opens under the title Winter Moods. The exhibition will be opened on Monday, on the 29th of January at 5 p.m. by doctor-painter, Dr. Nóra Medveczky in the Újkert Community Hall. Exhibiting artists: Katalin Erdeiné Törőcsik, Ferenc Gulyás, Béla Kelemen, Csaba Kiss, Imre Lackó Szilágyi, Nóra Medveczky, Katalin Sándorné Hirsch and Ferenc Pallás. The exhibition can be viewed until February 16 during the opening hours of the community centre. Date: 29 January-16 February Location: Újkert Community Hall Source: dehir.hu  

Festival of Award-winning Films with Famous Experts, Football Legends and a Slam Night

Cinema City Debrecen Péterfia u. 18, Debrecen, Hungary

The program of the Debrecen BIDF (Budapest International Documentary Film Festival), starts on the 1st of February. Visitors can watch some of the most award-winning documentaries of the past year at Cinema City until the 4th of February.  The opening of the program will take place on Thursday, on the 1st of February at 4:00 p.m. at the Evani Studio (Piac Street 41. 1/6), where Orsolya Karafiáth will have a talk with the organisers of the event and the experts invited to the professional discussions. The opening film of the program in Debrecen is the Icelandic work Our Little Homeland. On the 2nd of February, a Slam evening will take place as a side event in the Malter cultural event space, organised by DebreSalm. The program in Debrecen also included two Oscar-nominated films and many other works awarded with prestigious international recognition. The topics will be diverse this year as well. Viewers can see, among others, a heartwarming story about a community organised around a soccer field in a small Icelandic village, the mysterious life of a pair of separated twins, authoritarian regimes using modern technology to monitor people, the Russian-Ukrainian war, school shootings, the sudden disappearance of a world-famous […]

Jazz For You – Carnival Concert under the Enchantment of Jazz

Kölcsey Center Bethlen u., 4026, Debrecen, Hungary

The Steve Jazz Trio is made up of three teachers from the jazz department of the Béla Bartók High School of Music and Dance in Miskolc, who although excel primarily in the jazz genre, are also at home in the field of classical music. Pianist István Bundzik is a member and founder of several jazz formations: Fusio, Junior Art Quartett, Miskolc Dixieland Band, Click Jazz Band, and he tours the world's stages as a permanent piano accompanist of violinist Katica Illényi. Bass player Gyula Horváth, in addition to playing in symphonic and chamber orchestras, is a fan of the jazz genre, so the audience can recognize him mainly from such musical formations. Jazz drummer Gábor Kacsenyák does not stick to a single musical genre either, in addition to running a private drumming school, he also teaches classical percussion in several institutions, and appears on domestic stages in several light music ensembles. The light-hearted atmosphere of the concert will be one of the real treats of the carnival period, where both the audience who likes classical music and those who are attracted to jazz will find works that suit their taste. In addition to the jazz arrangement of Rimsky-Korsakov's Dongo, the […]

The 22nd Masquerade event at Vojtina Puppet Theatre lasts six days

Vojtina Puppet Theatre 13 Kálvin Square, Debrecen, Hungary

In the special program series, the Theatre shows how winter was once driven away with centuries-old folk traditions and fair comedy. At the event, King Konc, symbolising the carnival, and Voivode Cibere, the symbol of fasting, will clash but visitors can also meet masquerades such as the counting goat, the dancing bear and the carnival bride. At the Puppet Theatre, kindergarten and school groups are received twice a day on weekdays.  On Sunday, the 11st of February from 10 a.m. families can participate in the interactive presentation of the Masquerade. Date: 5-11 February Location: Vojtina Puppet Theatre  Sources: dehir.hu

Kodály Philharmonia

Concert of Győr Philharmonic Orchestra

Kölcsey Center Bethlen u., 4026, Debrecen, Hungary

Professionalism, innovative solutions and international standards characterize the work of the Győr Philharmonic Orchestra, which provides world-class professional quality to its partners, audience, soloists and guest conductors. The band's performances were characterized by resounding success in almost all European countries, but on the most important music stages of Asia, in China, South Korea, and Taiwan, it also managed to win the recognition of both the profession and the audience. In the spring of 2009, the orchestra took part in a highly successful Far East and European tour with the legendary Italian film composer-conductor, Oscar winner Ennio Morricone. The Győr Philharmonic Orchestra's rich repertoire covers not only classical and traditional works, but it can also combine lighter genres with its professional skills. It simultaneously fulfills the role of a traditional large orchestra, a crossover film orchestra, an outdoor or gala orchestra, a smaller or larger chamber orchestra and possibly a concert brass band. Program: Sibelius: II. (D major) Symphony, Op. 43 Strauss: Death and Glorification Op.24, TrV 158 Contributor: Győr Philharmonic Orchestra Conductor:: Rajna Martin Tickets can be purchased at this link. Date: 6th of February, 7 p.m.  Location: Kölcsey Center - Great Hall

Sauna programs for women only

Aquaticum Debrecen SPA Nagyerdei park 1, Debrecen, Hungary

Every month, on two designated Thursdays, the ladies are in the spotlight from 4 pm until closing time. During this period, the sauna world "pampers" ladies only and is closed to men. From 5 pm onwards, the ladies will be accompanied by a professional sauna master to help them recover from tiring weekdays and to discover the benefits of a healthy sauna for body and soul. Women's days' programme include: 5:00 p.m. - Master sauna - Soothing aromas - peeling. Intensity:♦ 6:00 p.m. -Master sauna - Aromatic relaxation. Intensity:♦ 6:40  p.m. - Master sauna - Refresh program Intensity:♦♦ 7:20 p.m. -Master sauna- Good night! Intensity:♦♦♦ All programmes are available for HUF 700 per person. In keeping with the tradition of healthy sauna bathing, participants must be wearing a sauna blanket or sauna suit. The Women's Days programmes are available until cancelled, except on public holidays. Programme changes are subject to change without prior notice. Date and location: Date: 8 February Venue: Aquaticum Sauna World Source: https://www.aquaticum.hu/en/programok  

Batthyanyi Street Carnival

Batthyány Street Batthyány utcán, Debrecen, Hungary

On the 9th of February the Debrecen Creative Community is waiting for visitors with colourful programs. The members of the community are the shops and associations of Batthyány pedestrian street.  Among others the Halloween street festival, the Spring Rhyme Festival and the Batthyány Latin dance evening can be associated with the community. Program: 4.00 p.m. - 6 p.m.: Carnival with the ‘Kuflis’, Be a ‘Kufli’ - ‘Kufli’ tale and DIY workshop in Pagony Bookstore 4.00 p.m. - 6 p.m: Carnival handicrafts with Tímárház - Busó mask DIY activity in Deutsches Kulturforum Debrecen. Registration required, registration link: https://forms.gle/D3ka65uC9A3Xc7926 The workshop will be held in Hungarian and in English. 5.00 p.m. - 6 p.m: Zoo Test of Courage  with  Debrecen  Zoo - Getting to know different "I don't like'' animals in Deutsches Kulturforum Debrecen Registration required, registration link: https://forms.gle/V2mmA9kP9ak13PDB9 5.00 p.m. - 5.15 p.m: The goat and its keeper -  Interactive authentic carnival game on Batthyány Street with the Vojtina Puppet Theatre 5.15 p.m. - 6 p.m.: Aquamanó Party: Masquerade Ball on Batthyány Street - Winter Farewell musical dance hall, costume parade, playful winter drive away and carnival goodies for all participants The event is free to attend. Organisers reserve the right […]

Church Backyard Market

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

The Church Backyard Market (Egyháztáji Vásár) will be organised, one week earlier as usual, on the 10th of February. At the 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). In 2024 the lent is from Ash Wednesday, the 14th of February to Holy Saturday, the 30th of March. Due to this, in order to hold the pig sticking feast too, organisers decided to welcome everyone on the 2nd Saturday of the month with many delicacies.  Date: 10 February, Opening at 8:00 a.m. Location: 2-4 Leány Street, Inner courtyard of the Debrecen Great Church Congregation Source: Facebook events  

Bearnival (Mackófarsang) 2024 at Debrecen Zoo

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

On the 10th of February visitors can celebrate the coming of spring in a unique riot of the great diversity of wildlife and thematic events at the Bearnival (Bear Festival) of Debrecen Zoo. A full day of activities awaits visitors to Debrecen's carnival event. There will be a Bear Hospital, honey tasting, a book fair, a costume and bear beauty contest, folk carnival games, themed guided tours and much more. Visitors are all strongly encouraged to dress up in costume and take part in the costume beauty contest. All events and activities are free with Zoo entry. Programs and locations: Tropical House 9:30 a.m. -11:30 a.m.  Zoo Relic Exhibit Gibbon House 9.00 a.m. - 15.00 p.m. Arts-and-crafts Corner 9.00 a.m. - 15.00 p.m. Colouring Corner 9.00 a.m. - 15.00 p.m. Face Painting Cottage 10.00 a.m. - 15.00 p.m. Teddy Bear Hospital 10.00 a.m. - 15.00 p.m. Honey Tasting and Sale In front of the Funhouse 10.00 a.m. Costume Contest 10.30 a.m. Carnival Festivities and Dances  2.00 p.m.  Teddy Bear Beauty Contest  2.30 p.m.  Carnival Festivities and Live Music Animals in Action 9.30 a.m. Nile Hippopotamus Feed 9.30 a.m. Reticulated Giraffe Feed 10.00 a.m. Tufted Capuchin Feed 10.00 a.m. Red Panda […]

Kowalsky and the Vega Concert in Főnix Arena

Főnix Hall Kassai út 28, Debrecen, Hungary

As a tradition Kowalsky and the Vega (Kowalsky Meg a Vega)  band start each year  at one of the country's major concert venues. This time, the year 2024 will be opened with two large-scale concerts. Kowalsky and the Vega is a Hungarian rock-oriented band. In the beginning, they strengthened the Funk-rock genre in Hungary, seasoned with hip-hop-style vocals, and nowadays they play music of a more mixed and popular soundscape.  To the great delight of the fans, they will hold a tour opening concert in both the eastern and western parts of the country, on the 10th of February, 2024 from 8 p.m. , they will perform in the Főnix Arena in Debrecen, and on February 24 in the Veszprém Arena. They are preparing a brand new program for the concert season, which also contains many surprises. In addition to the songs from their new album, which was released in October 2023, they will of course also play big hits of theirs. The band is a favorite of the audience  due to their lyrics containing deep thoughts and catchy melodies, and always creates a special atmosphere at their concerts. Date: 10th of February, 8 p.m.  Location: Főnix Arena Source: https://kowalsky-meg-a-vega--debrecen.broadway.hu, […]