Dive into a full-on country celebration in Mezőkövesd, where the legendary pig-slaughter weekend returns with live music, buffet feasts, and old-time winter vibes. Set in Matyóföld at the Hajnal Hotel, it’s all about juicy hurka, crispy kolbász, rich roasts, and unapologetically Hungarian flavors, wrapped in cozy hospitality and topped with wellness perks. Come hungry; leave nostalgic.
When and where
From January through the end of April 2026, selected weekends transform the Hajnal Hotel (3400 Mezőkövesd, Hajnal u. 2.) into a celebration of tradition. A minimum of 40 guests is required for each event. February highlights: Feb 6–8, Feb 13–15, and Feb 20–22. Autumn dates also return: Oct 16–18, Oct 30–Nov 1; Nov 6–8, 13–15, 20–22, 27–29; Dec 4–6, 11–13, 18–20.
Friday: tune-up with tunes
Arrive Friday and jump straight into a live-music buffet dinner. It’s the ideal warm-up: generous platters, clinking glasses, and an instant community feel that sets the tone for the weekend. No frills—just plenty of food and a band that knows how to get toes tapping.
Saturday: the big day
The morning kicks off in proper pig-slaughter spirit. Between 7:00–9:00 at reception, each guest gets one pálinka and one mug of mulled wine. Then it’s breakfast time: a hearty buffet from 7:00–10:00 to fuel the day.
By noon, tradition leads the menu. The buffet lunch rolls out pork broth with fine vermicelli and vegetables, toros cabbage, roasts with potatoes, and fresh strudel. Rustic, comforting—exactly what the occasion calls for.
Evening brings the grand pig-slaughter feast (disznótor) with live music and a loaded buffet: soups; roasted meats and ribs; hurka and kolbász; mashed potatoes with onions; stuffed cabbage; and for dessert, honey cream slice (mézes krémes) and pudding. It’s loud, joyful, and unmistakably Hungarian.
Sunday: slow goodbye
Wrap the weekend with a generous buffet breakfast featuring cracklings and bacon. It’s the satisfying finale to a flavor-packed escape.
Wellness, because why not
Between courses, unwind in the Hajnal Hotel wellness area. The package blends country charm and classic fare with modern comfort—ideal for anyone craving tradition without giving up relaxation.
Rooms and prices
January dates: 9–11, 23–25, 30–Feb 1. February: 6–8, 13–15, 20–22, 27–Mar 1. March: 6–8, 13–15, 20–22, 27–29. April: 10–12, 17–19, 24–26.
Hajnal Wing classic rooms (1–4 beds): 52,000 HUF/person/2 nights (about 143 USD). Kikelet Wing modern, larger rooms (2–5 beds): 55,000 HUF/person/2 nights (about 151 USD). Autumn–winter pricing: Hajnal Wing 55,000 HUF (about 151 USD), Kikelet Wing 59,000 HUF (about 162 USD). Prices are indicative; events run with at least 40 guests.
Local tourist tax for ages 18+: +350 HUF/night (about 1.00 USD). From 2026.01.01: +500 HUF/night (about 1.40 USD).
Make it longer, get a perk
Add Thursday and/or Sunday night and get a bonus treatment: choose one from shockwave therapy, mofetta cabin, 3D massage chair, BEMER, or jade stone massage bed. Book both extra nights and the gift doubles. Request treatments at reception; they’re not automatic.
Extra night with half board (buffet breakfast and dinner, wellness, parking): Hajnal Wing 20,000 HUF/person/night (about 55 USD), Kikelet Wing 21,000 HUF/person/night (about 58 USD).
Kid discounts
Ages 0–3.99: free in parents’ bed; extra bed about 5,000 HUF/night (about 14 USD). Ages 4–10.99: about 50% off. Ages 11–13.99: about 25% off. Discounts apply in a shared room with a parent and can’t be combined with other offers.
Payments and practicals
No deposit needed. Pay on site by cash, bank card, hot meal Erzsébet voucher (melegétkezési Erzsébet-utalvány), health fund card, SZÉP card (OTP, K&H, MKB), or bank transfer.
Check-in: as soon as your room is ready, often from 12:00, with wellness access even earlier. Key-locker changing rooms available. 1,000 HUF key deposit (about 2.75 USD).
Check-out: by 10:00 for the room, but you can keep using parking, pools, lockers (1,000 HUF deposit), treatments, and dining afterward. Organizers reserve the right to change dates and programs.
