Zalakaros Kicks Off 2026 With Explosive Concerts

Zalakaros Kicks Off 2026 With Explosive Concerts
Kick off 2026 in Zalakaros with free TNT and Balkan Fanatik concerts, ice skating, Advent fairs, and winter splash fun on Karos Promenade. Family-friendly vibes, nostalgia, and dance.
when: 2026.01.02., Friday
where: 8749 Zalakaros, Szőlő utca 16.

On January 2, 2026, Zalakaros throws the year’s first big party on the Karos Promenade (Karos Korzó): TNT takes the stage at 7:30 p.m., featuring frontman Ákos Dobrády and Inti Zuber Krisztián. It’s free, loud, and unapologetically nostalgic—expect a full-throttle set packed with singalongs, dancing, and that unmistakable late-’90s–2000s vibe only TNT can summon. If you grew up on “Bolond, aki sír,” “Tiltott perc,” or “Nem jön álom,” this is your night. Bring friends, bring family—start 2026 together with a proper blowout at 8749, 16 Szőlő Street (Szőlő utca 16).

And the momentum keeps rolling: on January 24, Balkan Fanatik arrives in Zalakaros for another high-energy show on the Promenade (Korzó), blending explosive beats with Balkan flair. Two Saturdays, two very different but equally electrifying reasons to get out and shout the lyrics back at the stage.

Where and When

– Venue: Karos Promenade (Karos Korzó), 8749, 16 Szőlő Street (Szőlő utca 16)
– TNT: January 2, 2026, 7:30 p.m., free entry
– Balkan Fanatik: January 24, 2026

Winter Program Highlights

Zalakaros stays busy all season. Lace up for Jégre mindenki!—public ice skating on the Karos Promenade rink running in weekly blocks from December 1–7, 8–14, 15–21, 22–28, December 29–January 4, and January 5–11, 12–18, 19–25, 26–31.

Advent in Zalakaros (Advent Zalakaroson) runs December 5–7, 12–14, and 18–21, while Christmas Holiday Programs (Karácsonyi ünnepi programok) run December 20–26. Dive into Winter Splash (Téli Csobbanás), an animated Water Fairy-Tale World (animációs vízi Mesevilág) from December 20–January 3. Don’t miss Star Magic on the Karos Promenade (Csillagvarázs a Karos korzón), December 27–31, and ring in the new year at New Year’s Eve in Zalakaros (Szilveszter Zalakaroson) on December 31.

Organizers reserve the right to change dates and programs.

2025, adrienne

Pros
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Family-friendly vibe with free outdoor concerts, ice skating, holiday lights, and water-fun programs that keep kids and teens happy
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Easy on the wallet: headline shows are free, and many winter activities are low-cost add-ons
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No Hungarian needed—music, skating, and lights are universal; basic English gets you by in a tourist town
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Zalakaros is a known spa/wellness destination in Hungary, so pairing the concerts with thermal baths makes for a relaxing winter trip
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Public transport viable via train/bus to nearby towns plus local buses/taxis; driving is straightforward with good roads and signage
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Two distinct music nights (TNT nostalgia and Balkan Fanatik fusion) offer variety, even if you don’t know the bands
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Compared with European winter markets/concerts, crowds are smaller and more local, giving an authentic, less touristy experience
Cons
TNT and Balkan Fanatik aren’t internationally famous, so the draw relies more on the atmosphere than star power
Zalakaros itself isn’t widely known to U.S. travelers, so planning takes more research than Budapest-centric events
Winter weather can be cold/icy; outdoor shows may be uncomfortable, and schedule changes are possible
Fewer late-night transit options; if you don’t drive, returns after concerts may require taxis or careful planning

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