The Kecskemét (Kecskemét) Flea Market—a legendary destination for locals, visitors, and people from surrounding villages—sprawls over a massive 49-acre space right by Saint Ladislaus Boulevard (Szent László körút). Easily accessible from both Saint Ladislaus (Szent László) and Mindszenti Boulevards (Mindszenti körút), it’s open year-round every Saturday and Sunday, including holidays. Rain or shine, summer or winter, the market never rests, making it a fixture for bargain hunters and weekend explorers from across Hungary.
All-Out Market Experience
Every weekend, the Kecskemét (Kecskemét) Flea Market (Zsibpiac) bustles with life, drawing sellers and treasure seekers from every corner of the country. The number of stalls increases each year, so there’s always something new to discover. Expect a vast and ever-changing assortment: antiques and curiosities, secondhand gems, new goods, candies, local specialties and treats, plants, and much more. The market’s generous buffet options offer everything from crispy roast meats to chimney cake (kürtőskalács), fried dough (lángos), ice cream, sodas, and other refreshing drinks. Plus, clean public restrooms are available for shoppers.
Free parking means you can hunt for deals without worrying about your car, and with plenty of space, you can bring the whole family. Sundays are the most crowded, matching the city’s leisurely pace, while Saturdays offer a little more room to browse. For something special, every month in the second half, a Small Animals Fair and a Vintage Car & Motorcycle Parts Bazaar take over the neat, stone-paved area near the Saint Ladislaus Boulevard (Szent László körút) entrance—heaven for collectors and enthusiasts.
Selling, Eating, and Rules of the Game
New vendors are always welcome but are encouraged to check in with the market supervisors ahead of time to ensure a smooth setup. If you want a regular spot, you’ll need to arrange a seasonal rental. Mobile buffet operators need to act quickly—available spots fill up rapidly, and advance written registration is mandatory.
The market opens bright and early, from 6:00 am to 2:00 pm on both Saturday and Sunday. For 2025, the most exciting weekends are set: July 12-13, July 19-20, July 26-27, August 2-3, and additional highlighted dates: July 26, August 23, September 27, and October 25.
Where to Stay: Accommodation for Every Traveler
If you’re making a weekend of it, Kecskemét’s hospitality scene covers all the bases. The centrally located Apollo Hotel (Apolló Hotel) sits on a quiet street, offering single, double, and triple rooms for up to 55 guests. All rooms feature TV, phone, shower (with toilet and washbasin), and many have air conditioning and mini-fridges. The hearty breakfast is served buffet-style with both hot and cold dishes, and a terrace overlooks a peaceful courtyard.
The grand Golden Sand Business-City-Wellness Hotel (Aranyhomok Business-City-Wellness Hotel) anchors Kecskemét’s picturesque main square, surrounded by five different churches and perfect for events, conferences, or wellness escapes.
Relaxation on the outskirts can be found at the Bavarian Restaurant & Guesthouse (Bajor Étterem és Vendégház), set in tranquil surroundings, offering 18 double rooms with private bathrooms, TV, phone, and air conditioning.
For more baroque charm, the Baroque Antique Inn (Barokk Antik Panzió) welcomes guests with stylish rooms, warm service, and a lavish breakfast buffet; vehicles are secure in the free enclosed parking. Free internet covers the entire property.
Craving a royal vibe? There’s a Renaissance-style mansion on the historic high street, filled with dramatic architecture and mythological murals, along with a fitness center and sun terrace.
Budget-friendly motels in leafy downtown streets offer single, double, and triple rooms—all with air conditioning, TV, and private bathrooms. For Mediterranean flair, the Fabian Guesthouse (Fábián Panzió) is just 650 feet from the main square, with elegant rooms, air conditioning, modern bathrooms, flat-screen satellite TV, and hearty breakfasts including local and gluten-free specialties.
The four-star Gokart Hotel combines sports and business just over a mile from downtown, with terraces, adjustable air conditioning, minibars, safes, unlimited Wi-Fi, and full accessibility for guests with reduced mobility. The Granada Conference, Wellness & Sport Hotel, new and exclusive, sits by a forest just outside the city center, catering to families, business travelers, and conference guests.
Dine Like a Local
You’ll be spoiled for choice around Kecskemét: The 48 Restaurant & Bar (48 Étterem & Bár) serves up fresh, high-quality food in a former stately home downtown. The nearby cozy family restaurant can prepare your favorites on request. Fancy something quick and easy? The Spa Restaurant (Fürdő Étterem) inside the local bath complex can seat up to 190 people, with changing weekly menus and private rooms for special gatherings—all with free parking.
The Bistorant, attached to a premium hotel, prioritizes excellence from decor to dessert for everyone, not just hotel guests. Love bowling or billiards? The Bowling Center & Restaurant offers fun and flexible dining for groups of any size.
Signature sweets, breakfast, and Italian-style pizzas await at Plázs Café Dessert Boutique (Café Plázs Desszert Boutique)—along with business lunches and an elegant drinks menu. Over 100 Hungarian wines headline the bar at Trendy (Trendi), paired with perfect snacks for relaxed evenings.
The Torch Cellar Wine & Grill (Fáklyás Pince Bor & Grill), next to Malom Plaza, draws inspiration from Serbian-Croatian, Hungarian, and Italian cuisines, serving nearly 100 wines in a traditional historic setting.
Kecskemét’s legendary Fodor Confectionery (Fodor cukrászda) offers additive-free cakes on a charming old street, continuing the sweet tradition started by its founding pastry chef.
Heads Up
Organizers reserve the right to change dates and programs, so double-check before planning your trip!
