Discover Ajka’s 2026 Dumaszínház stand-up series at Nagy László Cultural Center—family-friendly comedy with top Hungarian comics, smart humor, and changing dates. Book early for laughs all year.
when: 2026.01.12., Monday
where: 8400 Ajka, Szabadság tér 13.
Ajka’s Nagy László City Cultural Center and Library is hosting a yearlong run of Dumaszínház stand-up shows, promising family-friendly laughs and big-name comics. Dates and programs may change, so keep an eye out.
January
January 12: Tudományos Stand Up — László Mérő dives into artificial intelligence with a sharp, witty take on tech and human behavior. Tickets: $18.70–$18.70.
February
February 5: Deszeretlek — István Dombóvári’s solo night, hosted by István Bellus. Expect razor-edged relationship humor and punchy storytelling. Tickets: $22.30–$22.80.
March
March 19: Lehetek őszinte? — Péter Elek’s solo show, blending candid observations with playful crowd work. Tickets not listed.
April
April 16: Eszter Ráskó’s solo performance, delivering disarmingly personal, quick-fire comedy. Tickets not listed.
April 22: Innen már csak gurulunk — Tibor Bödőcs’s powerhouse solo set with guest Edu Tóth, rolling through satire and everyday absurdities. Tickets not listed.
Bring friends, grab seats early, and let Ajka’s comedy nights do the rest.
2025, adrienne
Pros
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Family-friendly vibe is highlighted by the organizer, so you can bring teens or multigenerational groups without stressing about R-rated shock humor
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Dumaszínház is a well-known Hungarian stand-up brand, so you’re getting polished comics and pro production values
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The tech/AI angle in January with László Mérő is a globally hot topic, so even U.S. visitors can relate to the themes
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Ticket prices are budget-friendly by U.S. standards, making it an easy add-on to a Hungary itinerary
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Ajka is a manageable small city, so venues are easy to navigate, seating is relaxed, and it’s less tourist-trap-y than Budapest
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Easy to reach by car via Hungarian highways; parking and short city distances mean low hassle once you’re there
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Compared to U.S./UK club nights, the lineup feels curated and intimate, with yearlong programming that makes it easier to plan a specific date
- Most of the humor will be in Hungarian, so non-speakers will miss punchlines unless they know the language or go with a local friend
Cons
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Ajka isn’t widely known internationally, so you won’t have the big-city nightlife or sightseeing density you’d get in Budapest
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Public transport from Budapest requires a train/bus combo and some planning, making same-day round trips tighter
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Some shows list no ticket info yet, and dates/programs may change, which complicates advance planning for overseas visitors
