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Vienna Classics – Concert of Kodály Philharmonic Orchestra

Kölcsey Center Bethlen u., 4026, Debrecen, Hungary

Kodály Philharmonic Orchestra awaits the audience with the following program on the 21st of November in Kölcsey Center: Haydn: Symphony in F minor ("La Passione") No.49 / Mozart: Sinfonia concertante in E flat major KV.297b / Beethoven: Symphony I (C major), op. 21 The birth of the F minor symphony from 1768 was groundbreaking in the development of Haydn's symphonic compositions. It  includes a relatively old form, in which he combines a so-called church sonata with passionate emotional content. It is a remarkable fact that, in addition to a significant number of piano and violin concertos, Mozart also composed concertos for almost all wind instruments. The inspiration for this came primarily from his personal relationships with outstanding musicians of his time and his travels. Beethoven's Symphony No. 1 is only three years apart from the birth of the iconic Symphony No. 3, Eroica. It's almost unbelievable how much progress the composer made in renewing the genre in such a short time. Contributor: Kodály Philharmonic Orchestra Conductor: Tibor Bényi Tickets can be purchased at: https://kodalyfilharmonia.jegy.hu/program/becsi-klasszikusok-149757 Ticket price: HUF 3500, HUF 2700 Date: 21 November Location: Kölcsey Center, Great Hall Source: kodalyfilharmonia  

Christmas Charity Box Donation Point at Debrecen Advent

Grand Hotel Aranybika Piac u. 11-15, debrecen, Hungary

As in previous years, the Debrecen Charity Board together with the churches collect long-lasting food for families in need. The donation boxes are delivered by the Hungarian Reformed Charity Service to those companies and institutions that wish to participate in this action. Donations of all kinds will be welcome at Debrecen Advent in the Advent Kuckó (Kossuth Square). Free handicraft activities will also be organised for families and visitors. Long-lasting food donations for families in need can be dropped into the collection box on site. The charity box collection campaign runs until the 15th of December 2023. Location: Debrecen Advent (in front of Aranybika Hotel) Source: Debrecen Charity Board

Debrecen Christmas Fair 2024

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During the four weeks, a Christmas market, gastronomy, fair attractions and concerts, as well as an ice rink serve to relax amidst the festive preparations. The Christmas market in front of the Great Church of Debrecen and in the city center is an unforgettable spot for those who want a festive atmosphere. Both modern and traditional products can be expected at the fair: carpets, textiles, handmade ceramics and wooden toys, gingerbread, medicinal herbs, teas, parlor sweets and sumptuous Christmas ornaments and decorations. 75 stands with a Christmas atmosphere will offer their products, and 23 wooden houses offer a wide selection of culinary delicacies. Source: Főnix Rendezvényszervező

Christmas ice rink on Kossuth Square until early January

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This year a 750-square-meter ice rink will be available again. It was first built in 2021 at the Kossuth square and was the first such mobile rink in Eastern Hungary. Its speciality is the 120-meter corridor on which you can skate around the Kossuth monument. Ice rink opening hours: 25 November 2023 - 7 January 2024 Ticket price: HUF 1,200 / person/occasion Accompanying ticket: HUF 500/person/occasion On weekdays children of schools which have been registered in advance can skate for free between 8 am and 2 pm.  It is possible to rent skates during the ice rink's opening hours. The skate rental fee is HUF 1,100/pair/occasion. The skates will be available on-site in sizes 25-47. Of course, it is also possible to use your own skates, which can be sharpened on-site for a price of HUF 1,600/pair if the guest requests it. During Advent in Debrecen, ice discos with different themes will be held at the following times: December 2 (Saturday) 20:30-22:00 Santa's ice disco December 9 (Saturday) 20:30-22:00 Ronda Hoodie ice disco December 16 (Saturday) 20:30-22:00 ALL-IN Disco  December 22 (Friday) 20:30-22:00 Christmas Disco

Alpine atmosphere in the Hütte

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As Christmas approaches, Debrecen comes alive with twinkling lights, wonderful tastes and smells.  Christmas is a celebration of love, time spent together and delicious food, and Debrecen's gastronomic palette will not let you down during the holidays. You don't have to travel all the way to the Alps for an Austrian Hütte-feeling or to taste a real steamed dumpling. All it takes is a visit to the Hütte, located in front of the Reformed Great Church, right next to the Christmas ice rink. The Hütte can be visited between the 25th of November 2023 and the 7th of January 2024.   

Little Christmas Train in Debrecen

Dósa Nádor Square Dósa Nádor Square, Debrecen, Hungary

The Christmas Little Railway is again waiting for its passengers at Debrecen Advent. The railway is controlled by a real engine driver and will run on the Dósa nádor Square between the 25th of November and the 23rd of December. Timetable: Monday-Thursday 15:00-20:00 Friday- Saturday 14:00-21:00 Sunday 14:00-20:00 Saturday, December 23 14:00-19:00 Ticket price: HUF 500 / person / 3 rounds Date: 25th of November- 23rd of December Location:Dósa nádor Square  Source: https://debreceniadvent.hu/programs/karacsonyi-kisvasut/

DonationZOO Day at Debrecen Zoo

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

Debrecen Zoo holds a DonationZOO Day again on the 25th of November, true to its tradition started last year. From 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., everyone can visit the institution with a ticket registered/HUF 500 per person. For this nominal ticket price, guests according to their possibilities are requested to bring donations (children's books, non-perishable food, hygiene products, school supplies, sweets). The donations are collected by the Debrecen Charity Board and distributed to those in need. In addition to the all-day Animals in Action program, an advent roaming game, a fairy tale matinee, a creative corner, locally baked doughnuts, a soul-warming conversation point on the Samburu panoramic terrace and joint tree-planting await the public. The little ones can also drop their letter or their drawing into Santa's wish box made at home or in the on-site creative corner. All program elements are free of charge with the ticket, which can be purchased at a nominal price. All those who want to contribute to the development of the institution and the well-being of its residents will also have the opportunity to buy a supporter's ticket and also adopt their favourite animal.   Source: Hajdupress

Performance of the East Brass band at the Debrecen Advent

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The members of the band, made up of four musicians, are professional musicians who think similarly about their profession, brass performance art. Their performances offer exhilarating moments to those interested in music and the public who want to relax. Their repertoire includes many arrangements, from which Christmas tunes that are especially well-known during the Advent season will be heard. The members of the band promise an unforgettable concert experience at Debrecen Advent: Gergő Koi – Trumpet István Bócz – Trumpet Péter Bócz – Tenor horn Csaba Lengyel – Tuba Date: 25 November, 4-5 p.m. Location: Debrecen Advent Source: Debreceni Advent

Debrecen Wine Festival 2023

Csokonai Fórum Csapó utca 30, Debrecen, Hungary

The Debrecen Wine Show will be held on November 25, 2023 at the Csokonai Forum where visitors will be welcomed to Hungary's largest rural wine show with nearly 50 wineries and 200 types of wine, as well as gastronomic delicacies. Debrecen Wine Festival 2023 Participation fees: In advance: HUF 9,990/person On site: HUF 14,990/person VIP entrance ticket: HUF 11,990/person (limited number available)-VIP guests are provided with an optional refreshment (mineral water/soft drink/coffee) and a sandwich). Advance and VIP tickets can be purchased at the following locations (tickets can only be paid with cash): Partium Ház - 81 Piac Street,Open: Monday-Friday: 9 a.m.- 5 p.m. and Saturday: Closed Borudvar - 1 Rigó Street, Open: Monday-Friday: 9 a.m.-5.30 p.m Borháló - 29 Péterfia Street, Open: Monday-Friday: 10 a.m.-7 p.m. and Saturday: 10 a.m.-2p.m. Karakter 1517 Bookstore and Cafe, Open: Monday-Friday: 9.a.m.-6 p.m. and Saturday: 9 a.m.-6 p.m. Date: 25th November, 5 p.m. - 9 p.m. Source:gotravel.hu  

Production of DuoTrio street theatre at Debrecen Advent

Kossuth tér Kossuth tér

DuoTrio Street Theater's performances are improvised from stories inspired by the audience with the active participation of the audience. Their interactive show on stilts will be shown several times at Debrecen Advent. Members of the team: Tímea Telenkó-Oláh (Vojtina Puppet Theater) Gergely Máté Kiss (Csokonai National Theatre) Zsolt Györgyfi (Kodály Philharmonic) Endre Molnár (Hungarian National Circus) Timi and Pöti are artists on leave from "Kőszínházak Circus". In the summer, they act out their dream roles on the streets of towns and villages: the warm-hearted strongman and the prima donna on stilts. This summer, they spent in Switzerland, on the shores of Lake Geneva, in the town of Charlie Chaolin, Vevey. Their performance "Bodri, the smiling lap" was selected from 240 applicants for the 21st Festival des Artistes de rue á Veve  street theatre festival, where they were represented among Brazilian, Australian, Chilean, German, Spanish, Italian and English circus and theatre artists for the first time in 21 years Hungary this time. When: Sunday, November 26, 16:00-16:30 Where: Debrecen Advent

Concert of Dániel Szoroka

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Dániel Szoroka has been playing the accordion since he was nine years old. After finishing the music academy, in addition to teaching, he has been performing in various musical formations in Hungary and abroad. He considers it important to popularise the accordion as a classical instrument in Hungary, and is also happy to participate in new musical projects. The concert will  create a real Christmas atmosphere. The concert is free. Date: 26 November and 8 December, 5.30 p.m. - 6 p.m. Location: Kossuth Square Source: Szoroka Dániel - Debreceni Advent : Debreceni Advent

Christmas performance of the Debrecen Hajdú Dance Ensemble

Kölcsey Center Bethlen u., 4026, Debrecen, Hungary

The jubilee show of the Hajdú Dance Ensemble of Debrecen, in which the youth, adult and beginner adult groups of the group will perform, can be seen during the Debrecen Advent. The Debrecen Hajdú Dance Ensemble was founded in 1953 and this year celebrates its 70th anniversary. The ensemble currently has nearly 350 members, from kindergarten to senior age. Their work has been honoured with numerous awards, including the European Folk Art Award, the Mihály Vitéz Csokonai Award, the Hungarian Heritage Award and the Pro Urbe Award of the City of Debrecen. In the rating system of folk dance ensembles, all generations have so far earned the highest grades: the Gold I and the title of "Excellent Ensemble". The audience has seen them perform several times in the rogramme "Felszállott, a páva" in the children's, adult and solo categories, reaching the finals each time. Their repertoire includes traditional dances from all over the Hungarian-speaking world. They regularly collaborate with the Csokonai National Theatre both in the theatre's productions and with their own dance theatre pieces. Their mission is to make the dance traditions of their own narrow region, the Hajdúság and the Hortobágy, as widely known as possible. In this […]