The largest gastronomic event in the region is set to return this year at Nagyerdei Stadium, promising an exceptional atmosphere, numerous exhibitors, and diverse programs. Attendees can indulge in delectable treats from the top local restaurants, complemented by beverages from Hungary’s renowned palinka distilleries. The event will showcase the country's culinary luminaries, with the ambiance enhanced by special star guests.   The Debreczen ZAMAT Festival 2024 will be held for the thirteenth time this year between the 13th and the 15th of September. This time, the festival will again be welcoming renowned gastronomic experts such as Zsolt Anger, József Bernáth, Gábor Krausz, Judit Stahl and Rozina Wossala.  The good  atmosphere will be ensured by great Hungarian artists and performers such as György Korda and Klári Balázs, Kowalsky and the Vega, Péter Geszti, band Parno Graszt, Rudi Krisz, Erika Zoltán, Mary Nótár, Jolly, but there will also be a song evening (Nótaest) and Jazz matinee. Never forgetting about the smallest ones, there will be lots of free children's games and concerts with the Alma Orchestra, Tompeti and friends and Fruzsina Kovácsovics. The children's concerts will take place in the morning, when admission is free for everyone. Delicious snacks will be provided […]

Visitors are welcome to come and be part of the most magical night where fairytale heroes come to life in the Amuesement Park  on the 11th of October. Programme Dance performances and flashmob 6:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m. LESZ DANCE Dance and Sports Club LED dance show 7:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m. R&B Dance HipHop Dance School dance show and flashmob 5:00 p.m. - 8:30 p.m. Crowning ceremony - Who will be the king and queen of the night?  Those who dress up as a favourite fairytale hero can win valuable prizes, which will be awarded for the most creative costumes on the stage in front of the Enchanted Castle from 8:00. p.m. Prize: 1st place/Princess -  2 magic bracelets and a Zoo package 1st place/Prince - a magic bracelet and a  Zoo package for 2 people 2nd place - 2 tickets to the Zoo 3rd place - Zoo package Entries are accepted from 6:00 p.m. until 7:45 p.m. Announcement of results will take place at the stage in front of the Enchanted Castle 5:00 p.m - 10:00 p.m. Live heroes - Photo shooting with favourites During the evening, there will be an opportunity to meet favourite heroes in a […]

For the first time, the Chinese Autumn Festival and Panda Days at Zoo Debrecen, taking place on September 14th and 15th, aim to enhance visitors' understanding of Asian culture and wildlife. The event offers numerous exciting activities like a Panda Corner with arts-and-crafts workshops, an interactive painting session to collectively create an exhibit-worthy artwork, and a screening of nature documentaries at Panda Cinema to bring Asia’s mesmerizing wildlife even closer.  Zoo Debrecen boasts a 10-year success story of exhibiting and breeding red pandas under a European Ex Situ Program (EAZA EEP) and is now also home to the other panda species in a symbolic way, having recently welcomed a flower giant panda family donated by CATL Debrecen after a debut at Debrecen’s Flower Carnival. This event not only celebrates the rich traditions of Asia but also underscores the zoo's commitment to expanding its collection of Asian species. he programmes at the Chinese Autumn Festival and Panda Days are open to the public with a zoo ticket.  During the festival, Chinese students from the University of Debrecen will give a series of authentic Chinese costumed music and dance performances on Saturday, the 14th of September, between 3.00 p.m. and 9.00 p.m. […]

Visitors are invited on a special autumn hike to explore the autumn forest and discover the gifts of nature, accompanied by a pilgrimage and a meditative walk. During the programme, visitors will also have the opportunity to visit and get to know the Mária sanctuary and the old station of the Zsuzsi Forest Railway. During the nature walk they can learn about the fauna and flora of the forest and its importance for landscape conservation. There will be a prayer or meditation session where participants can relax and recharge their batteries. The organisers would like to draw the attention of those interested to the fact that the total length of the hike is 16 kilometres, so it is recommended to wear comfortable closed hiking shoes and closed clothing appropriate to the weather. They also recommend that everyone on the hike should take care to protect themselves from insects and the sun. It is also important that participants bring enough drinking water. Programme Departure: 1 Ruyter Street, Debrecen - 9.30 a.m. Arrival: Hármashegy - 10.25 a.m. Tour departure: 10.40 a.m. Tour arrives in Nyírmártonfalva: 1.00 p.m. Tour returns: 1.45 p.m. -2.00 p.m. Tour arrives at Hármashegy: 4.20 p.m. Train departure: 4.30 […]

The Great Library and Museum of the Reformed College of Debrecen invite visitors to three different church tours this year on Saturday, the 14th of  September. The programme is free of charge, but registration is required. To register, please call +36 (52) 614-370 or send an e-mail to tkovacs@silver.drk.hu. Please indicate in each case which route (Tour I, Tour II, Tour III) you wish to participate in. Tour I Departure: 5:30 p.m. Meeting at the Oratory of the Debrecen Reformed College. Route: Oratory of the Reformed College Baptist House of Prayer Kossuth Street Church Holy Trinity Church St. Anne's Cathedral St. Stephen's Greek Catholic Chapel Tour II Departure: 6:45 p.m. Route: Oratory of the Reformed College Great Church Lutheran Church Small Reformed church Pásti Street Synagogue Tour III Departure: 6:00 p.m. Gathering at  the Reformed University Church of Debrecen. Route: University Church Nagyerdei Reformed Church  Church of the Incarnation Reformed Church on Füredi Road St. László Dominican Church and Monastery   The Night of Churches is organised on the occasion of the Ars Sacra festival. Date: 14 September, from 5:30 p.m. Location: various locations in Debrecen Source:debrecen.imami.hu  

Beer by Lake (Nagyerdei Sörkert) is a gastro-cultural event as part of the Debrecen Flower Carnival, which promotes quality beer gastronomy and cultural entertainment in Hungary. The event will feature small-scale breweries, popular brands from Hungary and beer houses from abroad. During the carnival week, between the 15th and the 20th of  August, the event will open its doors again this year, bringing exciting domestic craft beers, a diverse international beer selection and the experience of a relaxing holiday. Guests can take part in themed tours, where they can learn about the different beers, breweries, flavours and exciting brewing customs. The event will also include musical performances and social games (e.g. beer pong, quizzes), all of which will combine to create a carefree experience. Date:15-20 August Location: Great Forest Park Source: debreceniviragkarneval.hu

The Oscar- and Grammy-winning actor Tim Robbins visits the Csokonai National Theatre with his theater company, Actors' Gang, performing their play called ‘Topsy Turvy’. Tim Robbins is known for giving memorable performances in numerous films, including The Shawshank Redemption (1994) and The Mystic River (2003), for which he won the Academy Award for Best Supporting Actor and the Golden Globe Award. Tim Robbins founded the Actors' Gang in Los Angeles forty-three years ago, in 1981. The theater company has 24 members, and a total of 19 will be on stage. The 19 members include Tim Robbins' sister, who also has a role in the production.  Director of the Csokonai National Theatre, Szabolcs Mátyássy beleives that the Csokonai National Theatre has a priority task to strengthen the international role of Debrecen and to broaden its offer. This time, an English-language performance will be subtitled in Hungarian, which has been previously the other way around.  Tim Robbins wrote the play during the pandemic with a story of a choir whose members cannot meet because of restrictions imposed to contain the pandemic. The choir is disbanded, meanwhile some want to continue rehearsing in person (in secret), others wanting to remain rule-followers. In addition […]

Fourteen performances are shown between the 20th and 29th of September at the eTheatre Festival, and the discounted season ticket sales has started. The only online theatre event in the country, the performances can be seen with individual tickets and season tickets. Hungarian theatres from Hungary and abroad, as well as independent companies were invited to submit their performances to the festival during which performances by theatres and companies such as the Örkény Theatre, the Csiky Gergely Theatre in Timisoara, the Vígszínház, the Katona József Theatre, the Szeged National Theatre, the Madách Theatre, the Radnóti Miklós Theatre, Exit Generation and the KultBazaar Association will be available to the public without any restrictions. The festival will feature live and free-to-view online professional discussions. The opening round table will be attended by Adél Kováts, Pál Mácsai, Dávid Zsoldos, and Gergely Légrádi, while at the second round table the Katona József Theatre’s performance called 'Találkozás' can be seen only online.  The best performances will be judged by a professional jury consisting of thespian Eliza Sodró, dramaturg Tamara Török, director Tamás Puskás, poet-playwright Péter Závada and the director of eTheatre Gergely Légrádi. The performances may also win special prizes and audience awards. The eTheatre […]