Komárom’s FortressFest (ErődFeszt) 2025 returns on August 2 with a vibrant array of events to fill the Monostor Fortress (Monostori Erőd) and Star Fortress (Csillagerőd) all summer long. From musicals to stand-up, traditional celebrations, and family programs, the festival packs nearly two months of entertainment into Komárom’s riverside.
Live Shows for All Tastes
Kick things off on August 2 with “The Attic” (“A Padlás”), a whimsical, half-fairytale, half-musical from legends Gábor Presser, Dusán Sztevanovity, and Péter Horváth, performed by the Hungarian Rock Musical Theater (Magyarock Dalszínház). With two acts and music for ages 9 to 99, it sets the tone for the festival.
August 3 brings “The Woman Breaks – Loves of Imre Kálmán” (“Az asszony összetör – Kálmán Imre szerelmei”), diving into passion and heartbreak. On August 7, András Berecz performs “Big Fight” (“Nagyverekedés”), delivering folk storytelling with plenty of charisma.
August 9 is all about humor, as Zoltán Mucsi takes the stage with his autobiography-meets-stand-up “My Life” (“Egy életem”). For kids, August 13 features Forget-Me-Not Puppet Theater (Nefelejcs Bábszínház) with “Little Hedgehog Rides” (“Sündisznócska lovagol”), a puppet theater adventure.
August 16 returns to classic romance in “Lovers of Ancona” (“Anconai szerelmesek”), again performed by the Hungarian Rock Musical Theater (Magyarock Dalszínház). On August 20, Monostor Fortress hosts “Bread Adventure” (“KenyérKaland”), a playful celebration filled with games and tradition.
August 22 brings some spice with “Cat City” (“Macskafogó”), a musical twist on the cult animated film. On August 24, love and laughter prevail in “Once Again, Same Time Next Place” (“Még egyszer, veled, ugyanitt”), a romantic comedy in two acts. August 29 delivers farce with “The Minister Steps Out” (“A miniszter félrelép”), a classic double-act comedy.
September doesn’t slow down. “Made in Hungary” (“Made in Hungária”), a hit musical packed with Hungarian pop anthems, takes center stage on September 5. Wrapping up the festival, September 27 features Pinwheel Children’s Band (Szélforgó Gyerekzenekar) for a family concert.
Where to Stay: Comfort to Camping
Planning to stay overnight? Komárom has you covered, from hotels to apartments and campgrounds—all clustered around the city’s renowned thermal baths.
For a homey touch, two comfortable one-bedroom apartments with private entrances await you on the upper floor of a local guesthouse—they’re fully equipped. In the heart of the city, Forrás Hotel’s family-friendly back door opens directly into the spa park. Room rates include a buffet breakfast and unlimited spa access, with several quality local restaurants just steps away. Active guests will find plenty of sports facilities nearby.
Hét Vezér Apartment Hotel (Hét Vezér Apartmanhotel) sits next to the Komárom Thermal Spa (Komáromi Gyógyfürdő), with direct, private spa access. Most apartments have their own terrace overlooking a shimmering pool just 66 feet away. All spa services—pools and treatments—are available all day, any number of times, exclusively for guests.
Aqua Hotel Komárom is one kilometer from the city center and right beside the Brigetio Thermal Spa (Brigetio Gyógyfürdő), offering 31 rooms (2 suites, 29 doubles, and 3 singles) blending old and new. Modern touches include satellite LCD TVs and fast internet. The adjacent campsite, refurbished in 2009, accommodates 60 RVs and 10 tents.
Hotel Karát, on quiet Gergely Czuczor Street (Czuczor Gergely utca), is next to the historic thermal spring, with a café, bar, 50-seat restaurant, terrace, gym, and conference spaces for business, training, or events. Enjoy the daily buffet from 11:30 AM to 9:00 PM, offering a wide selection of soups, main courses, salads, and desserts. The intimate lodge can host up to 12 guests at a time.
Apartments range from two-person studios to family-sized rooms, all with bathrooms and kitchens (showers, TVs, refrigerators), with some sharing kitchen and bath facilities. There’s also a meeting room available.
Prefer camping? Cabins sleep 4–6 and include spa entry. The two-star Brigetio campsite sits within the spa grounds, so guests can pop into the baths whenever they like. The city center and attractions are a short walk away; the campsite has welcomed guests since 1990.
Coffee on the Bastion
At the Danube Bastion (Dunai Bástya) Port Lounge, grab a coffee, cappuccino, tea, mineral water, or a soda during official opening hours. Rest and refresh after sightseeing—sit outside in good weather, or inside on rainy days, from March through October.
Heads Up
Organizers reserve the right to change dates and programs, so double-check before heading out!
