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Debrecen Antiques Fairs on the 15th of December

Nagyerdei Stadium Nagyerdei park 12, Debrecen, Hungary

Visitors who enjoy the market ambiance and a variety of antique objects can return to the Mecca of Antiques on the 15th of December starting at 7 a.m. 25 years ago, the first meeting of antique lovers was held in Debrecen, at a completely different venue back then. This event has been a great success ever since, attracting not only visitors but also a large number of vendors from the eastern part of the country.  The Debrecen Antiques Fair offers from thousands of volumes, to precious paintings and porcelain, to LEGO figures, to family silverware or old classic Sokol radios. It's no exaggeration to say that there's something to suit all ages.  The next event will take place on Sunday, 15th of December  at the usual time and place, between 7.00 a.m. and 2 p.m., in the Northern car park of the Nagyerdei Stadium.   Date:  15 December Location: Northern car park of the Nagyerdei Stadium   Source:dehir.hu,FB events

Christmas Angel Making Workshop at Pagony Children’s Book Store

Debrecen Pagony Batthyány utca 11., Debrecen

Those who want to get in the mood for Advent are welcome to make their own little angels, from colourful coffee capsules and beads, which will be the perfect decoration for a Christmas tree. During the workshop, Christmas cheer, music and hot tea will ensure to really feel the magic of Advent. The pack contains 8 angels that everyone can make to their own taste, plus 5 small Christmas cards to decorate. Price: HUF 4000/person Registration for the event is needed, to register, please use the contact details below: E-mail: borossemese@gmail.com Phone+36 30 3395753   Date:15 December, 9.30 a.m. - 10.30 a.m. Location:Debrecen Pagony Source:FB events  

Debrecen Advent Events 16-22 December

The following events and progammes await visitors between the within the framework of Debrecen Advent this week. 20 December 5:00 p.m. - 5:40 p.m.  Concert of  Vivien Csakmag at Kossuth Square Young singer-songwriter  Vivien Csakmag Vivien has been actively singing in various productions for 12 years, but her love of music has been evident since she was a little girl. Besides performing, she is involved in talent education as a music teacher. The members of the orchestra are: Vivien Csakmag, Ádám Féss, Zalán Huff and Márk Szodin. 6:00 p.m. - 6:40 p.m. Music Performance of Kitti Péter and Marcell Horváth at Kossuth Square A vocal piano duo formed in 2023. Their style is pop, jazz and its combination, reinterpretation for vocals and piano. New rhythms, exciting harmonies, the meeting of pop and jazz will create exciting moments. 21 December 3:30 p.m. - 4:00 p.m. at Dósa nádor Square and at 4.15 p.m. - 4:45 p.m. at Kossuth Square The five-piece brass band is a returning participant in the Debrecen Advent.Their wide repertoire includes classical music, film music and pop music.Their Advent program features well-known Christmas melodies from various nations. Their festive selection brings the audience closer to the intimate anticipation. 5.00 […]

AMICI – Advent Concert with Musical Specialities

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

A cosy atmosphere and stunning festive tunes await the audience at the AMICI Gala Concert on the 16th of December. Hungarian musical artists Attila Dolhai, Otokár Klein, Levente Molnár and Dániel Vadász have appeared on almost every major stage in Hungary and many abroad over the past 20 years, from Debrecen to Győr, from London to Tokyo. All of them have had success after success around the world, but this is the first time that the Debrecen audience can hear them together.  The performers are preparing for one of the most atmospheric concerts of the Advent season, full of musical specialities. On this occasion, the doors of the church will be opened to the audience to be filled with wonderful melodies such as "The Angel from Heaven", "Silent Night", "Ave Maria", "White Christmas", "Jingle bells" and "Feliz Navidad". The musical accompaniment will be provided by Adrián Kovács and his Chamber Orchestra, who will further enhance the evening with their unique sound. Tickets for the Christmas melodies music evening can be purchased via this link. Date: 16 December, 7.00 p.m. Location: Reformed Great Church Source:debrecen.imami.hu  

Jazz to go – Debrecen Dixie Club Evening

Frida café and Breakfast Kossuth utca 8, Debrecen

This year a really special event awaits visitors, as Debrecen Dixieland Jazz Band and SWINGLight Dance studio are combining two popular events to bring together fans of dixie and swing dance for one evening.The Jazz Band fans not only can enjoy the music, but can also try dancing to it this time. Programme 6:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m. Solo Jazz mini choreography class (open level) 7:00 p.m - 9:00 p.m. Debrecen Dixie Club & dance night What to bring? Comfortable shoes and a change of shirt are a must. Seating is first come, first served. The event is free to attend.   Date: 17 December Location: Frida Café and Breakfast - Debrecen, 8 Kossuth Street Source:FB events  

Concerts of the University of Debrecen’s Pop Musicians at the Nagyerdei Water Tower

Great Forest Water Tower Pallagi út 7, Debrecen, Hungary

The 1st year students of the Institute of Popular Music of the University of Debrecen, participating in the undergraduate program in contemporary popular music will perform at the autumn semester exam concert on the 17th of  December at 7.00 p.m. at the Nagyerdei Water Tower. More information can be found about the concert here. The second-year students will also present what they have learned in a concert on the 18th of December at 7.00 p.m, also at the Nagyerdei Water Tower. Please find more details about the event here. Admission to both events is free.   Date:17-18 December Location:Nagyerdei Water Tower Source:dehir.hu

Get in the mood for the holidays with a Christmas concert

Kölcsey Center Bethlen u., 4026, Debrecen, Hungary

The Kölcsey Centre will host a major Christmas concert on Tuesday the 17th of December at 7:00 p.m. In the Great Hall, the Kodály Philharmonic Orchestra and the Kodály Choir will perform music that will bring the audience closer to the spirit of the holiday. Programme Poulenc: Four motets for Christmas Haydn: Nelson Mass Moscheles: Concerto for flute and oboe The concert features Petra Elek, Dóra Galgóczy-Boros, Zoltán Megyesi, Bence Pataki – vocals; Balázs Köcsky – flute; Gábor Bicskey – oboe; as well as the Kodály Philharmonic Orchestra and the Kodály Choir (choir director: Zoltán Kocsis-Holper). Conductor: Imre Kollár More information about the concert can be found here and here. Date: 17 December, 7.00 p.m. Location:Kölcsey Centre Source and photo credit:dehir.hu

Churchyard Market on the 21st of December

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 2-4 Leány Street. The next time it opens its doors on on the 21st of December. At the market ocal 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. There will also be a book exchange point where visitors can choose from hundreds of books, exchange any of them for a book of their own or take them away for a symbolic donation. For a list of local producers and products participating in the fair, click here.   Date: 21 December, 8.00 a.m.-11.30 a.m. Location: 2-4 Leány Street, Inner courtyard of the Debrecen Great Church Congregation Source and photo credit:dehir..hu

Christmas Walk at the  Dog Shelter

Dog House Animal Shelter Kuvasz utca 10, Debrecen, Hungary

As the holidays approach, everyone wants to surprise their loved ones. The shelter currently has nearly 200 dogs and more than 80 kittens in its care waiting to be adopted into loving families. Every year, they have a tradition called "Be someone's Jesus", where a gift can be given to the dogs and cats in the shelter.  Photos of their residents  have been uploaded into a folder and, as always, it can be indicated under the photos who to give a gift to. This year, besides the dogs of the Hajdúhadház Animal Establishment, an album for the dogs of the MÉSZ Foundation, is also made. Programme plan: Dog walk from 11.00 a.m. to 3.00 p.m.  (ends an hour earlier than the program, for the sake of our dogs) From 11.00 a.m. to 4.00 p.m. petting cats in the Cat House. from 11 am to 4 pm, we have a cat walk in the  Fair  from 11.00 a.m. to 4.00 p.m.  At the flea market there will be an opportunity to support the rescues by purchasing various souvenirs. There will also be a bake sale, feel free to leave room for dessert after breakfast and before lunch. For more information please visit […]

Christmas Folk Artists’ Fair and Craft Demonstrations at Tímárház – Artisans’ House

Tímárház Nagy-Gál István u. 6, Debrecen, Hungary

Visitors are welcome to the Christmas Folk Art Fair and Crafts Show program of Tímárház - Artisans' House on the 21st of December between 1:00 p.m. and 6:00 p.m. At the customary event of Tímárház guests can once again meet several artisans and buy their works. The mood of the day is set by the Zsiga Gyönyörű and Heit Lóri Orchestra with the the participation of Derecske Crane Feather  Nativity Group in the afternoon. The program also offers a leatherworker, blacksmith, potter and weaver craft show. As usual, children will be able to enjoy various crafts. Artisans of the fair are: Imre Baji - basket weaver Erika Berencsi - felt maker Csabáné Buka - lace maker Tünde Csapóné Riskó - bead stringer Dr. Erika Nagy - jewelry maker Krisztián Gajdics - folk leatherworker Zoltán Hamar - woodcarver Marianna Herpácsiné Mester - straw spinner László Hutkai - toy maker Lászlón Hutkai - folk leatherworker Judit Karászi - fire enamel jewelry maker Katalin Májerné Kéki - folk jewelry maker and bead maker János Paksi - farmer Erika Papp - embroiderer Erika Rácz - goldsmith, enameler Béláné Sárközi - filter applique maker Andorné Tarsoly - embroiderer Piros Udvarhelyi - jewelry maker Anikó D. […]

The spirit of Christmas is evoked in the Small Reformed Church

Small Reformed Church Révész tér 2, Debrecen

The "spirit" of Christmas will be brought to life in a mystery-telling church history lecture, in verses of Christian light, and in a special musical and literary performance of Charles Dickens' world-famous “ A Christmas Carol”. Programmes 4:30 p.m. Secrets from the history of the church - Tour guide Máté Horog's presentation of the history of the church, complete with secrets and mysteries 4:50 p.m. From darkness to light - Gospel performance by Zsolt Dánielfy 5:00 p.m. The spirit of Christmas past, present and future - Excerpts from the novel “A Christmas Carol” by Charles Dickens, accompanied by organ music, performed by actor Zsolt Dánielfy and organist Dr. Dániel Sárosi 5:30 p.m. - 7:30 p.m. Other optional programmes: Night tower tour led by Máté Horog Maximum number of people per tour is 25. Registration is possible on site, with tours departing every half hour (5:30 p.m., 6:00 p.m., 6:30 p.m.,  7:00 p.m.). Christmas flavours: hot tea and gingerbread in the meeting room next to the church. Sounds of Christmas: organ demonstration and churchyard tour Admission to all the programmes is free, more information about the event can be found here. Date: 21 December Location:Reformed Small Church Source: dehir.hu, FB events […]

Christmas Lights – StEFREM Advent concert

Kölcsey Center Bethlen u., 4026, Debrecen, Hungary

One of the best-known Hungarian acapella groups will be on stage this time with singer Sára Bolyki. Like the mens' choir she is familiar with a wide range of styles. The ensemble's Christmas Lights album, released last year, provides the basis for the programme, which includes Christmas and Advent songs from Hungary, Anglo-Saxon, Northern European and Carpathian Basin nations. Famous secular melodies will also be performed, including Tchaikovsky's Nutcracker, Vivaldi's Four Seasons of Winter and Silent Night, all in their own arrangements. A special feature of the evening is that these songs have never been performed in this form before, with a female soloist. Sára Bolyki is a second generation acapella singer, daughter of the oldest member of the Bolyki Brothers and member of the Jazzation acapella group. She graduated with honours in folk singing from the Liszt Ferenc Academy of Music, where she was invited to teach even before graduation. In addition to Jazzation, she also teaches at the undergraduate level and is an invited soloist with Hungarian and Balkan folk music groups. StEFREM from Budapest is a vocal ensemble with a unique sound. The multi-award winning group has performed regularly across Europe from London to Bucharest, and has […]