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A Feast of Goulash in Hortobágy

The event taking place on the 4th of June aims to present traditional goulash making as a tradition of the Hungarian Shepherds, who still keep the grey cattle in their herds, and make the traditional dishes of their craft. Shepherds and goulash makers from all over the country and those representing the next generation of Shepherds will compete against each other to demonstrate their skills.

The event taking place on the 4th of June aims to present traditional goulash making as a tradition of the Hungarian Shepherds, who still keep the grey cattle in their herds, and make the traditional dishes of their craft. Shepherds and goulash makers from all over the country and those representing the next generation of Shepherds will compete against each other to demonstrate their skills.

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Season Closing Concert

In May, the Kodály Philharmonic Orchestra will delight classical music lovers with great concerts, again featuring works by popular composers.

In the second half of May, the Kodály Philharmonic Orchestra will treat classical music lovers to great concerts, featuring works by popular composers. The final two concerts will feature works by Miklós Rózsa, one of the greatest Hungarian composers of the 20th century, as recognised by both music history and film history.

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ALL-IN: Debrecen Flemish Cultural Days

As part of the “ALL-IN Debrecen Flemish Cultural Days” a concert entitled “The wind blows from Flanders concert” will be held on 26th May

As part of the “ALL-IN Debrecen Flemish Cultural Days” a concert entitled “The wind blows from Flanders concert” will be held on 26th May from 7:00 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. at the Reformed Church.

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Night Drive at Debrecen Drive

A NEW program at Debrecen Drive!

The highly successful drive shows are not to be missed this year either, but now we are preparing a new feature for the eve of the Debrecen Drive. Be part of the adrenalin, the tire-burning, and the breathtaking stunts in an evening show with special effects! ????

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Celebrating 46th Year of Faculty of Music and Arts of the University of Debrecen

The Midnight Concert has become a tradition of the Faculty of Music and Arts of the University of Debrecen, which turns 46 this year and so the concert will mark the occasion.

The Midnight Concert has become a tradition of the Faculty of Music and Arts of the University of Debrecen, which turns 46 this year and so the concert will mark the occasion. The event supplies a fantastic atmosphere, great presentations, fun productions await those interested! Don’t miss it!

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Will there be a carnival parade this year?

Yes!! There will be a carnival parade this year! What’s more, the Debrecen Flower Carnival will be even greener and more flowery than ever before.

Yes, there will be a flower carnival this year! This is the first question that comes to the minds of visitors to the Flower Carnival. In fact, the Debrecen Flower Carnival this year promises to be even greener and more flowery than ever before.

Today, the Debrecen Flower Carnival is much more than just a parade of spectacular floral compositions and international artistic ensembles – it is a week-long cavalcade of colourful events where visitors can find the entertainment that appeals to them most. This year it will take place from 15th to 21st August.

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Children’s Day with the 140-year-old Zsuzsi Forest Railway

The country’s oldest narrow-gauge railway, the “Zsuzsi”, will celebrate its 140th birthday in 2022. The railway will be celebrating its anniversary with a programme of activities for children and adults on the last weekend of May.

The country’s oldest narrow-gauge railway, the “Zsuzsi”, will celebrate its 140th birthday in 2022. On the last Sunday of May, the railway will supply a programme of activities for children to celebrate the anniversary. So it’s worth hopping on the train on 29 May, Children’s Day, and spending your free time in the lush green Hármashegyi forest, where the Zsuzsi offers great activities and a beautiful forest environment and fresh air.

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Children’s Day Wristband Weekend at the Debrecen Zoo and Amusement Park

On 28th and 29th May, children will take centre stage at the country’s first rural zoo and only classic amusement park.

On 28th and 29th May, children will be the main attraction at the country’s first rural zoo and only classic amusement park, where a colourful programme and unlimited use of amusement machines will delight both the young and old.

The traditionally two-day celebration provides families plenty of active recreational opportunities and unforgettable experiences, including the chance to make sliders with Mónika Erdélyi, take part in the Aqua Manó Party, jump into a bumper car, and test their skills on inflatable games. They will also enjoy the Green Circle’s natural ecological playhouse, the sensitising activities of the Árboc Public Benefit Association, a performance by the Piruett Dance Studio, Maja’s book recommendations, a storytelling corner, a children’s day food stroll, and a gift fair.

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Aquaticum Beach opens this season on 20th May

Good news for water lovers: the country’s most modern open-air aqua park, Aquaticum Strand Water Park, will open this season on 20th May.

The good weather has already arrived and summer is coming, so the good news for water lovers is that the country’s most modern outdoor water park, Aquaticum Strand, will open its season this Friday, the 20th of May.

The rippling water surfaces, waterfalls, vegetation walls, and water veils connect the water park together and make it an ever-changing, shimmering centre of fun reflecting the forest trees, with 5,700 square metres of water, 15 pools, and almost 1 km of slides.

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The Downtown Wine Festival

Catchy swing and jazz melodies, friendly cheers to starting the summer, and an idyllic atmosphere await you again in the heart of Debrecen this year at the Downtown Wine Festival. 3 days, 30+ cellar, 150+ varieties of wine. Will you be there?

Catchy swing and jazz melodies, friendly cheers to the start of summer, and an idyllic atmosphere await you again in the heart of Debrecen this year at the Downtown Wine Festival. 3 days, 30+ cellar, 150+ varieties of wine. Will you be there?

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Sziget-kek Theme Park Opens in Early Summer

The new Sziget Blue theme park will open at the beginning of summer, offering a wide range of experiences for young and old!

The heart-warming fairy tale entitled “Sziget-kék” by Hungarian writer Magda Szabó still transports children and adults into a beautiful dream world.

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International Nordic Walking Festival + Race

This year, on the 21st and 22nd of May in Debrecen, as part of the international Nordic Walking Festival, races will be held in the fantastic setting of Debrecen’s forests and prime sites.

Nordic walking combines the benefits of walking or running with cross-country skiing and differs from regular walking with the use of sticks, which allow us to walk longer, so that the natural opposite movement of the hands and feet, which is essential for walking, is maintained.

This year, on the 21st and 22nd of May in Debrecen, as part of the international Nordic Walking Festival, races will be held in the fantastic setting of Debrecen’s forests and prime sites.

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