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National Vespa Meeting – Vespas in and around Debrecen

“For the first time in the Eastern region and in Debrecen, the Vespa Club Debrecen Sports Association, founded more than two years ago, will organise the National Vespa Meeting in Hungary in 2024,”  the association announced. The event is attended by Vespa owners, enthusiasts and fans from all over the country and beyond. The scooters will bring the Italian way of life, the dolce vita, on two wheels to Debrecen and its surroundings. The event starts on the 6th of  June at 12.00 p.m. and ends on the 9th of June at 10.00 a.m. The central venue of the meeting will be the Hotel Nagyerdő in Debrecen. The most spectacular part of the event will take place on Saturday morning, on the 8th of  June, when about 200 Vespa bikers will march from the Hotel Nagyerdő, starting at 10.00 a.m. under police escort, through the streets of Debrecen (Egyetem Avenue, Bethlen and Hatvan streets) to Kossuth Square. The motorcyclists will be greeted by Mayor László Papp in front of the Great Church, and then all visitors will be able to admire the most beautiful Italian two-wheelers. After the one-hour spectacle in the main square, the convoy of Vespas will leave for […]

Vivaldi 4 Seasons – The Crossover Concert

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

A fusion of classical music with swing, jazz, Latin and folk music. An exciting attempt to modernise one of the greatest works of the Baroque awaits the audience on the 6th of June at the Faculty of Music of the University of Debrecen. The concert presents the latest exciting musical attempt by band with double gold records Swing à la Django to rework the most popular work of the famous Italian composer and violinist Antonio Vivaldi. The entire piece of Four Seasons has been reworked, moving from movement to movement, the listener is invited on a journey that spans several musical styles. The musicians transform well-known melodies into exciting swing, jazz, Latin and folk sounds and rhythms, Italian, French, Hungarian, Spanish, American melodies and virtuoso improvisations are interwoven. The aim of the experiment is to bring Baroque music closer to the people of today, to make the genius of the old days understandable. Date: 6 June, 5.30 p.m. - 7.00 p.m. Location:Faculty of Music, University of Debrecen   Source:cooltix.hu  

June-Jam – Music Festival organised by high school students on the 7th of June

Borbarát Bar Gallery Bajcsy-Zsilinszky utca 4., Debrecen, Hungary

A new event is being born this week in our city, thanks to the collaboration of creative young people. The one-day music event, called June-Jam, gives high school bands the chance to showcase their talents. The venue will be the area in front of the Egri Wine Bar and Borbarát Gallery on Bajcsy-Zsilinszky Street on Friday the 7 of June, between 4.00 p.m. and 10.30 p.m.  The event will feature six bands, most of them from Debrecen schools.  The festival has the great merit of being entirely organised and implemented by young people, from brainstorming, poster and logo design to music making, students from different schools work together at every stage of the implementation. Students from the main organisers (Tóth Árpád Grammar School and Medgyessy Ferenc Grammar School) are putting the event together with the help of István Kovács, the owner of the wine bar. Students from the Kós Károly Art School will design the logo and posters, while the students of  Baross  Gábor Technical School will help with the sound engineering. As the students modestly put it, “overall, it will not be a big event, but rather an open and free initiative that will further enrich the programme of […]

Centenary End-of-Year Gala with José Cura

Főnix Hall Kassai út 28, Debrecen, Hungary

The Kodály Philharmonic Orchestra and the Kodály Choir present a grand season-closing gala concert in the Főnix Arena, with world-famous José Cura and Czech opera singer  Ester Pavlů on the 7th of June from 7.00 p.m. José Luis Victor Cura Gómez (born 5 December 1962) is an Argentine] operatic tenor, conductor, director, scenographer and photographer known for intense and original interpretations of opera characters. Programme Part I: Saint Saëns: Symphony No. III (organ) op. 78. Part II Bizet: Carmen - Habanera Bizet: Carmen - Seguidilla Puccini: Tosca - E lucevan le stelle Puccini: Tosca - Te Deum Mascagni: Cavalleria Rusticana - Intermezzo Mascagni: Cavalleria Rusticana - "Inneggiamo, il Signor non è morto" Mascagni: Cavalleria Rusticana - "Voi lo sapete, o mamma" Mascagni: Cavalleria Rusticana - "Tu qui, Santuzza" Verdi: Nabucco - "Va pensiero" ( Kodály Choir) Saint Säens: Samson et Dalila - "Mon choeur" Contributors: José Cura / Ester Pavlů - vocals, Molnár Levente - vocals, Kodály Philharmonic Orchestra, Kodály Choir (Choir Director: Zoltán Kocsis-Holper), Organist: Somogyi-Tóth Dániel, Conductor: Alexander Sladkovsky / Dániel Somogyi-Tóth Tickets can be purchased  at this link. Date.: 7 June, 7.00 p.m. Location: Főnix Arena   Source:kodalyfilharmonia.hu, Wikipedia  

Move Debrecen! City Bypass by Bike

DebEx Derék Street 33, Debrecen, Hungary

If cycling lovers want to exercise a bit, or are looking for an active program for the family on the 8th of June then this is the place for them. This day belongs to bikers, full of bike programs for young and old. All  programs are free. What's more, bikers can even be guests for a picnic! More information about the event can be found at https://www.jobringa.hu/varoskerules The event is free, but registration is required at https://forms.gle/8GyDuMxTdQeJjrZN6. Programmes From 8:00 registration for entry and the raffle at the DebEx entrance Arrival: It is important that you can park your bike at the cordons in front of the entrance to DebEx.  DebEx is very big, but now we ask that you bring your bike only if you want to ride it on one of the skill, cross, or pump courses. Breakfast programs between 8:00 a.m. and 10:00 a.m.: - Skills, traffic and pump tracks: test your skills or your knowledge on traffic and even try out all the tracks! The pump track is inside DebEx, the traffic  and the skills track are located in front of DebEx  - For the kids the bouncy castle, face painting and the play corner are […]

Debrecen Antiques Fairs on the 9th of June

Nagyerdei Stadium Nagyerdei park 12, Debrecen, Hungary

On the 9th of June from 7 a.m. at the Nagyerdei Stadium,  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 at the fair. There is no space for new goods at the antiques fair.  The fair is accessible by public transport: Tram 1, Bus No. 10, 12, 13, 22, 24 Please get off at the Clinics stop. Date: 9 June, from 7.00  a.m. - 2.00 p.m.  Location: Nagyerdei Park 12., Nagyerdei Stadium Northern closed parking lot Source: Facebook events

Gala of Piruett Piruett Dance Studio

Kölcsey Center Bethlen u., 4026, Debrecen, Hungary

The end of School Gala of the Piruett Dance Studio will create a real circus atmosphere on the stage of Kölcsey Center. In addition to the 340 performing dancers of the school, guest performers from the Budapest BIAK Artist and Performing Arts Academy and the Vojtina Puppet Theatre will  also contribute to the spectacular show. Tickets can be purchased at https://www.piruett.hu/gala/ Date: 9 June, 5.30 p.m. Location: Kölcsey Center Source:Facebook events

Exhibition of Talented Young People in Villa Borsos

József Borsos Sqaure József Borsos Sqaure, Debrecen, Hungary

An exhibition entitled "A selection of our talents" opened in Villa Borsos. The exhibition features works by students from the Fine Arts, Graphic Arts, Painting, Metalwork and Enamelling departments of Vénkert Primary School and Primary Art School. The exhibition is linked to two significant anniversaries, as the Vénkerti housing estate celebrates its 50th anniversary this year and the school's art education is 25 years old this year.  Instructors of the creators of the exhibition material: Judit Cs. Horváth (graphics-painting), Éva Molnár (metal and enamel artist) or Gyöngyi Tóth (graphics and painting) art teachers. The exhibition, which will be open until the 17th of  July, includes mixed media paintings, graphics, clay and enamel works, prints and small sculptures.    Date.: until 27 July Location: Villa Borsos   Source:dehir.hu  

Habana Social Club – Farewell tour

Kölcsey Center Bethlen u., 4026, Debrecen, Hungary

World-famous Tropicana Club solo dancers have joined HABANA SOCIAL CLUB for their final world tour in 2024, offering a special show for those looking for a true Caribbean experience. The star of the hot, cigar-smoking nights of Cuban revellers and the number one favourite of  Cubans people, the Habana Social Club is considered the worthy and official successor to the Buena Vista Social Club, according to the Cuban and Latin American press. With an extensive tour across 9 countries in Europe, the club bids farewell to its audience. The band's unique performances, including acoustic renditions of popular Latin American songs, provide an authentic Cuban experience. The concert showcases famous Cuban hits and features the renowned Tropicana Club dancers, vibrant costumes, and nostalgic Havana ambiance. Moreover, the band's founders express the profound responsibility and humility they feel toward their musical heritage. The concert is an unforgettable musical treat for all ages, the authentic scenery, the dance artists of the famous Tropicana Club, the colourful costumes, projections evoking the atmosphere of everyday life in Havana will make the evening unforgettable. Tickets can be purchased via this link. Date: 10 June, 7.00 p.m. Location: Kölcsey Centre Great Hall

Celebratory Book Week in Debrecen

The book fair welcomes visitors in Debrecen, in the Csapó Street Pedestrian Zone from the 13th to the 16th of June. The stands will offer exclusive selection of books, new releases of authors like Colleen Hoover, Cassandra Clare, Leigh Bardugo, Rick Riordan, Alice Oseman and Scarlett St. Clair. All books will be available at the event with a -21% discount. Books with beauty flaws can be bought at a discounted price. Date: 13-16 June Location: Csapó Pedestrian Street Zone Source:Facebook events

Debrecen’s Gourmet Festival 2024

Békás tó Nagyerdei park 1, Debrecen, Hungary

The 8th Debrecziner Gourmet Festival will take place in the Great Forest (Nagyerdő) between the 14th – 16th of June 2024. Restaurants and bistros from all over the country will come to Debrecen, alongside top pastry shops, exciting artisan breweries and coffee houses to show off their best. In addition to the gastronomic offerings, there will also be a strong musical line-up. Spectacular, exciting cooking shows, the latest kitchen technologies, tasty talks and legendary chefs will take to the gourmet stage, all worth watching and listening to. Detailed program is coming soon. Source: Fonixcenter

Exhibition “100 Years of Nature” in MODEM

The selection from the MBH Bank Collection, which dates back to the 1990s, will be shown for the first time in Debrecen. One of the most important issues for humanity in the 21st century is nature. How do we relate to this wonderful resource, how do we look after it, how do we help it to renew itself? The relationship with nature is multifaceted, it can be seen as the basis of life, as the raw material of civilization, as an aesthetic experience and as a higher universal connection. As a means of socialising art, MBH Bank aims to make its collection of works of art continuously available to the public throughout Hungary. In this way, emblematic pieces of art history do not disappear in the sink of a corporate collection, but remain part of the cultural fabric by becoming visible in the outstanding art institutions of major cities through curatorial concepts. The first step is the realisation of an exhibition at  MODEM in Debrecen. The exhibition will be opened by art historian Brigitta Muladi on the 14th of June at 7.00 p.m. Deputy CEO of MBH Bank András Puskás, and Executive Director of MODEM Kata Vizi will give a […]