a

Valentine’s Day Swing Concert in the Great Church

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

As spring approaches, on the evening of Valentine's Day, the concert of the Debrecen Big Band  titled  ‘LOVE – Valentine's Day Swing’  will be held within the intimate walls of the Debrecen Reformed Great Church on the 13th of February from 7 p.m.  In addition to the usual performances from the Debrecen Big Band, which won the Csokonai award, several orchestrations were prepared for this concert, which will be interpreted by nationally known and successful performers. Star performers of the concert Singer and actress Réka Koós, who uses her skills in all kinds of musical styles.  She is a Junior Lyra award-winning performer.   She has played in In Germany, Austria and our country, she has played main roles in several musicals in Madách Theater. Péter Szolnoki is an Artisjus award-winning musician, singer, composer, arranger, singer and flutist of the Bon-Bon band. The versatile entertainer born in Debrecen has been  performing with the  Big Band in joint productions for 10 years. Tamás Vastag is a Phonogram award-winning singer and actor. He became nationally known through the X-Faktor shows. The  Debrecen audience could see and hear him with the Debrecen Big Band on several occasions, including at the Kölcsey Center and […]

Piano Evening at the Faculty of Music of the University of Debrecen

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

At the event pianist Valentin Magyar will perform a work by Ludwig van Beethoven and Frédéric Chopin on Thursday,  on the 15th of February, at 7 p.m. in the Liszt Hall of the University of Debrecen's Faculty of Music. Programme: Ludwig van Beethoven: Sonata in F minor, Op.2.No.1. Frédéric Chopin: Four ballads Further information on ticket prices and how to purchase tickets, can be found here. Date: 15th of February, 7 p.m.   Location: Liszt Hall, Faculty of Music, University of Debrecen Source: https://dehir.hu/zene-kultura/beethoven-es-chopin-darab-csendul-fel-debrecenben/2024/02/12/  

Board Games afternoon in American Corner

Méliusz Library Bem tér 19/D, Debrecen, Hungary

On the 15th of February the American Corner invites guests to play board games in English. At the event participants can practise English communication skills without even noticing. The organisers are planning to play Ticket to Ride and/or Llamageddon, but they also have dozens of other games to choose from. This event is open to all ages, so bring your kids, parents, and friends along. It's a great opportunity to meet new people, socialise, and have fun. Snacks and refreshments will be provided but visitors can  freely  bring their own favourites as a contribution. Register at debrecenac@gmail.com. Date: 15 February Location: American Corner Source: <a href="https://www.facebook.com/events/951967206288211/?acontext=%7B%22event_action_history%22%3A%7D

Secrets of the Wild

VOKE Cultural Center Faraktár u. 67, Debrecen, Hungary

A special pet exhibition is coming to Debrecen on the 24-25 February. The Secrets of the Wild exhibition is waiting for visitors with special tour guides who are happy to show young and old around. Opening hours are both days: 11:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. Admission ticket with a  coupon is HUF 1500 for children. Date: 24-25 February Location: VOKE Cultural Centre of Understanding Source: Facebook 

Two lives of a flower – Chamber Exhibition at Déri Museum opens

Déri Museum Déri tér 1, Debrecen, Hungary

The chamber exhibition and lecture of enamel and goldsmith Gyöngy Enikő is connected to the permanent local history exhibition The World of Civic People.  The photographic exhibition will be opened on Thursday the 15th of February, starting at 5.30 p.m. by Péter Gyöngy, Head of the Makoldi Sándor Centre of the National Institute of Culture. At the opening Enikő Gyöngy, enamel and jewellery artist, and folk craftswoman will give a lecture.  Admission is free and the exhibition will be open from 16 February to 17 March. Date: 16 February - 17 March Location: Déri Museum Source:https://dehir.hu/kepzomuveszet/egy-virag-ket-elete-a-rekeszzomancrol-fog-szolni-kiallitas-a-deri-muzeumban/2024/02/11/  

Bird feeding and walking tour in the Great Forest

Nagyerdei park Nagyerdei park 12, Debrecen, Hungary

On the 17th of  February from 10:00 a.m. all interested visitors are welcome to the Bird Park promenade, where the bird feeders on top of the two information boards will be filled during a pleasant walk. At the event participants can learn about the birdlife of the Great Forest and the most important rules of bird feeding.  Visitors can bring sunflower seeds, ‘titmouse balls’ and apples with themselves. The guided tour is led by conservation engineer  Máté Tóth who is a member of the Green Working Group. Participation is free to join. Meeting point:  in front of Pálma Restaurant. The walk is co-organised by the Debrecen Biodiversity Research Centre. Organisers reserve the right to change the programme, the event is not open to the press Date: 17th of  February, 10.00 a.m.  Location:Great Forest Source: https://www.facebook.com/events/368169532742192/?acontext=%7B%22event_action_history%22%3A%2C%22ref_notif_type%22%3Anull%7D

180th Birth Anniversary Commemoration of Mihály Munkácsy

Déri Museum Déri tér 1, Debrecen, Hungary

The famous painter's 180th birthday anniversary will be commemorated on the 17th of February in Déri museum with the following programs: 2.00 p.m. Performance by the Alföld Quartet entitled "Munkácsy tells a story". The members of Alföld Quartet are Ágnes Ördög - violin, Mariann Szomorné Budai  - violin, Zita Jankó- viola, István Szomor - violoncello Alföld Quartet was formed in autumn 2012 in order to wildly perform the masterpieces of unfairly overshadowed chamber music. They aim to perform these pieces of music in music halls, churches, community centres of the South-East region and other parts of the country. Their work has been determined by high standard of music, proficiency, professionalism, sensitivity towards the musical and spiritual openness of their audience.Their repertoire includes important periods of music history, familiarity with secular and spiritual styles and genres, and high standard, entertaining music performances. The quartet won the Békés-County Prima Award of Musical Art in 2017. 3.30 Art historian Éva Irén Fodor guides the exhibition in the Munkácsy Hall Entrance tickets can be purchased online, and on site: HUF 1,000/person. Date: 17 February Location: Déri Museum Sources:https://alfoldquartet.hu/, https://www.derimuzeum.hu/programok.php?id=220

Pre-lent folk art fair and crafts show at DEMKI Tímárház

DEMKI 1 Borsos József Square 1, Debrecen, Hungary

During  the  event, visitors can meet and buy the products of many master craftsmen and cheese makers on the 17th of February at Folk Craft House of DEMKI Tanner’s  House. Programs: Permanent tannery history exhibition and the temporary exhibition "Tej, Túró, Tejfel..." (“Milk, Cottage Cheese, Sour Cream…”) Craft shows (weaving, pottery, fire enamel) Craft activities Smurf goat petting and show (2.00 p.m.-5.00 p.m.) Traditional Lent food tasting At the event music is provided by Sovinius Vappe mediaeval band. Date: 17 February, 1.00 p.m. - 6.00 p.m.  Location: DEMKI Tímárház   Source: Facebook

Carnival Sauna Marathon in the Aquaticum Sauna World

Aquaticum Debrecen SPA Nagyerdei park 1, Debrecen, Hungary

Visitors can recharge themselves with a super Carnival Sauna Marathon on the 17th and the 18th of February in the Aquaticum Sauna World, where fun and fantastic sauna sessions are guaranteed. Program: 18 sauna masters 26 sauna programs Show programs with a cheerful atmosphere Herbal infusions and smoke rituals Pampering skin care peelings in the steam cabin Sauna masters: the sauna masters of Aquaticum SPA Guest sauna master: Szabina Halfinger (Aufguss.hu) Price of all programs: HUF 900/pouring/person Advance tickets can be booked at: szaunavilag@aquaticum.hu Further information at phone number: +36 52 514 150 Date:17-18 February, from 12:00 pm to 8.00 p.m.  Location:Aquaticum Sauna World  

Valentine’s Day Programs in Aquaticum

Aquaticum Debrecen SPA Nagyerdei park 1, Debrecen, Hungary

Aquaticum Aquapark awaits visitors with colourful programs on the 17th and the 18th of February.

Music Matinee at the Faculty of Music of the University of Debrecen

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

At the next performance of the Music-Matine series on Sunday, the 18th of February, at 4 p.m., at the Liszt Hall of the University of Debrecen's Faculty of Music, they are expecting the young and the old to a special journey into the world of classical music. This fun family programme is guaranteed to bring music to life for children and adults alike. Contributors: Borbála Horváth - flute, Kamilla Fosztó - oboe, Gábor Szepesi - clarinet, Tamás Halasi-Czalbert - bassoon, Dominik Kovács - horn Host and piano accompaniment by Judit Váradi. Ticket price for children: HUF 500, for adults:  HUF 1.000. Tickets are available in advance between 12-16 February at the Tourinform Office (Piac Street  20.) and on the day of the concert from 3.30 p.m. at the venue. Date: 18th of February. 4 p.m. Location: Faculty of Music, University of Debrecen Source: https://www.facebook.com/events/391354896829304/?acontext=%7B%22event_action_history%22%3A%2C%22ref_notif_type%22%3Anull%7D

First photo-video garage fair in Debrecen

KraftLab Bethlen Street 1-9, Debrecen, Hungary

Organisers welcome all professional, amateur photographers and videographers and content producers to the free event on the 18th of February on the third floor of KraftLab between 9.00 a.m. and 1.00 p.m. Exhibitors can register via this link: https://forms.gle/noBjG1G5uU6Nvb5S8 In addition to selling and buying items, there will also be the opportunity to network with other participants. The Telekom Kraft team awaits visitors on site with unlimited coffee and water. Date: 18th of February, 9.00 a.m. - 1.00 p.m.  Location: KraftLab, Bethlen Street 1-9 Sources: Dehir.hu