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Fresh Debrecen Formations’ Play in the Downtown Club

DESz24 Batthyány u. 24., Debrecen

With the arrival of the new year, on the second Saturday of January, two fresh formations from Debrecen will take over Desz24 (primarily an underground theatre space). Admission to the unusual indie rock and experimental art pop/rap evening is free, but there will also be a charity box on site if anyone thinks they would like to support the program or the performers. The indie rock trio Attic Attempt released their first EP last summer.  3colors is a solo project, which is mostly characterised by experimental, often noisy electronics and modern pop and rap influences mixed with surreal English and Hungarian lyrics.  The concert starts at 7.00 p.m. on Saturday in the basement of Desz24. More information about the program can be found here. Date: 11 January, 7.00 p.m. Location:Desz24   Source and photo dehir.hu

Aquaticum Spa Saturday

Aquaticum Debrecen SPA Nagyerdei park 1, Debrecen, Hungary

Aquaticum SPA is waiting for guests with long experiences on these Saturdays to enjoy the outdoor pool of the Thermal Bath until 11:00 p.m. under the foliage of the Great Forest and the starry sky. In addition, the Sauna World is also open, where sauna masters are offering fantastic infusions. The Thermal Café will be open all day. Two types of tickets can be bought  for the SPA Saturday event: Evening outdoor thermal ticket: 3000 HUF allowing the use of the thermal bath outdoor pool from 8:30 p.m. to 11:00 p.m.  Entrance to the Thermal Bath and Sauna World area is from 8:00 p.m. Evening outdoor thermal ticket with a sauna evening: 9,500 HUF, including: the use of the thermal bath outdoor pool (swimwear area) 3 sauna programmes in the master sauna (8:30 p.m., 9:15 p.m., 10:00 p.m.) 1 draining program in the stollen sauna (Banja) (10:45 p.m. ) skin care peeling 2 sauna sheets unlimited herbal tea and lemonade fruit bowl. Sauna masters: Kinga Szalai, Sándor Fazekas and Attila Tamási Hosts of the evening: Tímea Kovács and András Botos. The theme of the evening: Time travel in Celtic-Viking and Slavic history. 8:30 p.m. Celtic magic - Tímea Kovács 9:15 […]

Amateur Artist’s Exhibition in Csapókert

Csapókert Community Center Süveg Street 3, Debrecen, Hungary

Graphite, pastel, watercolour and oil: Péterné Szőnyi has experimented with many different techniques. She has been interested in drawing since childhood, but it is only in recent years that she has begun to take up the art of drawing more seriously. Her favourite subjects include the expression of emotions on faces, but she is also interested in landscapes and still lifes. She is currently training through the ValdorArt Alternative Drawing and Painting School's mentoring programme. She has participated in exhibitions, but this is her first solo show. This is also a novelty at the Csapókerti Community Centre, as it is only the second exhibition to feature the works of an amateur artist. Date: until 27 January Location: Csapókert Community Centre Source and photo credit: dehir.hu

Travelling Exhibition of the Fire Department at the Kölcsey Centre

Kölcsey Center Bethlen u., 4026, Debrecen, Hungary

The fire department celebrates the anniversaries of 75 years of institutional firefighting training and 85 years of the Fire Department Orchestra. The exhibition of the Central Museum of Disaster Management also pays tribute to two significant anniversaries in the history of fire service. Interested parties can learn about the history of firefighter training in chronological order, while the past and present of the fire brigade band are brought to life through the personalities of the conductors. The free exhibition encourages visitors to interact by providing information through QR codes. The travelling exhibition from Edelény will stay in Debrecen until Sunday, the 18th of January, from where it will be transferred to Tatabánya.   Date: until 19 January Location: Kölcsey Centre Source and photo credit:dehir.hu

“Musical Instrument into Hands ” at the Kölcsey Centre

Kölcsey Center Bethlen u., 4026, Debrecen, Hungary

The musical instruments and sound equipment that could be tried out in the program last visited the city in April 2022, having previously visited the city in 2018 and 2017. This time, the 90th "Musical Instrument into Hands" exhibition will be held at the Kölcsey Centre, where the instruments in seven sections will be on display between the 14th and the 16th of  January, on the 320th to 322nd exhibition days of the series. Guitars, bass guitars, keyboards, percussion, world music and folk instruments, as well as electronic music and studio equipment will once again be presented by experienced musicians. The exhibition will be opened by Deputy Mayor István Puskás Puskás on Tuesday, the 14th of January at 10.30 a.m., with speeches by Managing Director of Főnix Event Organiser Ltd., Zita Dobos and Director of Rocksuli Debrecen, Miklós Péter Balogh. More information about the programme of the “Instrument in Hand” exhibition in Debrecen can be found here.   Date:14-16 January Location: Kölcsey Centre Source and photo credit:dehir.hu  

The Best Dutch Short films to Watch also in Debrecen

University of Debrecen Egyetem tér 1., Debrecen, Hungary

Shortcutz Amsterdam, organised by the BuSho International Short Film Festival, will be held again this year, where interested parties can watch selected Dutch short films and vote for their favorite, as well as award the most popular short film with an audience award. Shortcutz Amsterdam presents the six Dutch short films nominated for the Best Short Film of the Year in an annual global tour, and this year the event will be held in Debrecen as well as Budapest. The following films will be screened in Dutch with English subtitles on the 15th of  January at 6:00 p.m. in the Auditorium Maximum of the University of Debrecen.  LET ME IN by Aramis Garcia Gonzalez | Live-Action | 10'00'' Behind The Reflection by Jelle Tigchelaar | Documentary | 16'39'' The Weather Is Nice by Leonardo Cariglino | Live-Action | 19'00'' LUNATIC by Robin Noorda | Experimental | 16'00'' MAGMA by Luca Meisters | Live-Action | 14'56'' TIDE by Roxanne Stam | Live-Action | 20'00'' More information about the films is available here. Admission is free, but registration is required. If interested, please register by sending an e-mail to bdp@minbuza.nl. Reservations are on a first-come, first-served basis. Date: 15 January, 6:00 p.m. […]

The Novel, Abigél’s World Comes to Life

New City Hall 11 Kálvin Square, debrecen, Hungary

A spectacular exhibition opens at the New Town Hall Gallery on Kálvint Square on the 16th of  January at 4:00 p.m. The exhibiting artists are illustrator and painter, winner of the 2024 Kölcsey Ferenc Fellowship, Alexandra Grela and visual artist, Ábel Kónya. One of the emblematic figures of Debrecen and Hungarian literary history is Magda Szabó, whose best-known novel is perhaps "Abigél", translated into several languages. In 2024, Alexandra Grela created a new cycle of images for this volume, which matches the style and approach of her literary illustrations of recent years. The technique of the works utilizes the artist's experience in the field of graphic design, while also relying on the drawing, collage and painting patterns characteristic of her earlier creative periods. The exhibition will be opened by Deputy Mayor, István Puskás with the participation of flustist, Hanna Jantyik. The exhibition is linked to the Hungarian Culture Day event and will be open until the 14th of February at the New Town Hall.   Date: 16 January - 14 February Location:New Town Hall   Source and photo credit:dehir.hu

Italian Evening at the Debrecen Youth House

DEMKI 1 Borsos József Square 1, Debrecen, Hungary

The audience is invited to Luca Balduccio's evening, where they can experience the authentic Italian way of life with Luca.  The usual great atmosphere comes in a new guise to the Great Hall of the DEMKI Youth House. This time, the background is provided also by Bence Széll, who is known for touring Italy on his bike, taking breathtaking pictures and videos. ​​The event is free to attend, but as places are limited, registration is required and can be done by following the link below. Every participant can only register themselves for the event. If somebody would like to attend with companions, they must also register using this form.   Date: 17 January, 8:00 p.m.  Location:DEMKI Youth House Source and photo credit:dehir.hu

Churchyard Market on the 18th of January

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

A farmers' market with the widest range of products in the city, the Churchyard Market opens on the third Saturday of every month at 8.00 a.m. in the courtyard of the Debrecen Great Church Congregation Centre, at 2 Leány Street. The next time it opens its doors on the 18th of January. At the market local farmers and artisans sell their products at reasonable prices in the heart of the city centre offering smoked pork products, meats, cheeses, jams, vegetables, pickles, artisan gifts and much more.  At the first occasion of the year, visitors are invited to enjoy a traditional pig feast, and the donations received support the diaconal service. More details are available here. Date:18 January, from 8.00 a.m. Location: 2-4 Leány Street, Inner courtyard of the Debrecen Great Church Congregation   Source:dehir.hu

Electronic Dance, Rock and Underground Concerts

The inescapable figures of Hungarian electronic dance music will take turns behind the DJ booth for a whole evening at Spontán Bar on the 18th of January. Everything from deep dubstep to acid, UK garage, breakbeat and jungle can be enjoyed at this concert. The concert of Tamás Kovács Band offers a different atmosphere: this time they will play at one of their favorite places, the Incognito Club, also this Saturday. As well as on the 18th of January from 7.00 p.m Deeprecen's next event awaits the audience at Desz24. Three bands are performing there. The music of the Szeged five-piece, The Void, formed in 2006, takes visitors  to a special world. Androids Do Dream is a metal music project based on analog keyboards formed in 2021. The third band is Memorat, formed in Debrecen in 2022, which is basically closest to the post-hardcore genre. Date: 18 January Location: various locations in Debrecen Source and photo credit:dehir.hu  

Classical Music Concert at the Reformed University Church

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

The National Philharmonic Orchestra will come to Debrecen on the 18th of January as part of the Philharmonia Hungary season at the Debrecen Reformed University Church. Come and be part of a truly great evening of music. This concert is also for lovers of emotions, dreams, human greatness and transcendence. Performers: National Philharmonic Orchestra conducted by György Vashegyi Programme: Mozart: Serenade in B flat major “Gran Partita” Massenet: The Virgin – The Virgin’s Last Dream Schönberg: Glorious Night About the music pieces: Mozart's Gran Partita is a large-scale serenade for wind instruments, showcasing emotion, fantasy, human grandeur, and transcendence. Known for its unique solutions and idioms, it's a bohemian, personal, and dignified concert that explores new waters and explores new musical forms. The Last Dream of the Virgin, a colorful and emotionally transcendent piece by Massenet, is performed in the second half of the concert. Originally an introduction to the Virgin Mary legend, it depicts the Assumption of the Virgin Mary and serves as a prelude to heaven. Schoenberg's Glorious Ego features strings and a poem by Richard Dehmel, depicting a passionate couple resolving issues like betrayal, childbirth, and repentance. Listening to this work may inspire forgiveness for relationship grievances. […]

Books Fair at Böszörményi Road Campus

After the highly successful visit in October, the Alexandra Publishing Company is arriving with 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 books fair, more than 15000 different books, not only defective but books in perfect shape, can be bought at discount prices 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:19 January, from 10:00 a.m., latest until  5:00 p.m. Location: Böszörményi Road Campus, Böszörményi road 138 Source:FB events