A manual for your everyday life in Debrecen
Moving to a foreign place can sometimes be challenging. We collected all the relevant information you need to know when moving to and living in our beloved City.
First Steps
Moving to Debrecen?
Living
Guide to your daily life.
Education
Childcare to university.
Work & Business
Start a career or a business.
A manual for your everyday life in Debrecen
Moving to a foreign place can sometimes be challenging. We collected all the relevant information you need to know when moving to and living in our beloved City.
First Steps
Moving to Debrecen?
Living
Guide to your daily life.
Education
Childcare to university.
Work & Business
Start a career or a business.
Local news
Move, Debrecen! – “Smart PE” and spinal exercises in schools
The training, hosted at Vörösmarty Mihály Elementary School and Primary Art School in Debrecen, aims to improve movement coordination and motivation among children and teachers.
Road closure due to pipe burst on Lahner Street
The repair of the fault is in progress together with Debrecen Waterworks Ltd., motorists are urged to avoid Lahner Street.
What to know about the waste collection changes affecting Debrecen
Starting February, residential property users will not receive for free new communal waste collection containers, but those currently using AKSD-owned containers will not be affected.
Road closure on Vértes Road
Drivers are asked to drive with extra caution on the affected road sections in accordance with the temporary traffic regulations.
Music manager training starts at the University of Debrecen
Music management students will study a variety of topics, including financial planning, music industry influencers, and legal control of the music business.
Nominations for city award recipients still open for one more week
On City Day, April 11th, the Municipality of Debrecen's General Assembly will confer Honorary Citizen, Pro Urbe, and Patron Awards.
Déri Museum publishes the collected poems of Sándor Tar
With a distinctive voice and a primary focus on short stories, Sándor Tar is among the most important figures in Hungarian prose literature at the turn of the millennium.
MBH Bank becomes Debrecen’s exclusive financial institution
MBH Bank, a leading credit institution in Hungary, offers modern, accessible financial services to both retail and corporate clients, continuously expanding its product range.
Hungary’s largest urban tree planting programme continues
Over 500 people participated, including citizens, families, athletes, civil society groups, and sportspeople.
Sports competition “Move with Saint Basil!” was held
School competitions allow students to compare strengths, learn about host schools, and potentially choose one for further studies.
Expat Insights
Interview with Director of MODEM, Katalin Vizi
Meet Katalin Vizi, who enjoys living in Debrecen and has a fast-paced lifestyle.
Celebrating the Day of Hungarian Culture: A Tribute to Heritage
Institutions host special programs, exhibitions, and performances to showcase the diverse spectrum of Hungarian culture.
From Libraries to Legends: Why Debrecen is a Literary Haven
See how Lindsay Nash, an American writer and marketing professional living in Debrecen, came to the happy realisation that Debrecen, her new city, is indeed a literary bastion.
Debrecen: A literary walking tour of Hungary’s second city
Lindsay Nash, an American writer and marketing professional living in Debrecen, shares some of her favourite stops on her literary walk.
Top challenges I faced when I moved to Debrecen
Some of the biggest challenges you may face when moving to Debrecen and, as a bonus, how to overcome them.
Why Is Debrecen Called a “Cívis City”?
Cívis város” (“cívis city”) is the distinctive name of the great market towns of the Great Plain.
Experience the unique atmosphere of the Debrecen Flower Carnival
The Debrecen Flower Carnival is a magnificent celebration held annually in Debrecen, from August 15th to 20th.
PET Bottles Recycling
Hungary has introduced a new PET bottle recycling system with customers paying a HUF 50 redemption fee for all so-called one-way beverage products put on the market after the 1st of January 2024. Bottles with a new barcode and redemption logo can be returned.
Campus Festival in Debrecen: A Celebration of Music, Culture, and Community
Campus Festival in Debrecen: A vibrant summer celebration of music, culture, and community from July 24-28, 2024, featuring international and local artists, cultural delights, family-friendly fun, and a sense of camaraderie.
The Charm of Debrecen Through Expat Eyes
At our vibrant stand, we posed two questions to festival-goers: "What do you like most about Debrecen?" and "What are your favourite places in Debrecen?" So Here is the highlights of the responses we have received:
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Events in Debrecen
Magical Pinocchio Lights Show at Debrecen Zoo
Magical Pinocchio Lights Show at Debrecen Zoo
On the 18th of October, Debrecen Zoo will host a special event, where a magical multimedia exhibitio...
On Public Demand the Royal Opera House is returning to Apollo Cinema
On Public Demand the Royal Opera House is returning to Apollo Cinema
As last year the audience can see a series of Royal Ballet performances via live satellite replay ...
New Temporary Exhibition Opens at MODEM
New Temporary Exhibition Opens at MODEM
On the 7th of December from 5:00 p.m., the exhibition “Learning from nature? – Botany&...
The Novel, Abigél’s World Comes to Life
The Novel, Abigél’s World Comes to Life
A spectacular exhibition opens at the New Town Hall Gallery on Kálvint Square on the 16th of Janu...
Carpathian Basin Costumes Photo Exhibition
Carpathian Basin Costumes Photo Exhibition
The photo exhibition, entitled Carpathian Basin Costumes, of László Holló Prize-winning photograp...