Discover Balatonszárszó 2026 events: tributes, concerts, summer theater, lakeside night runs, and the festive Santa Run. Family-friendly programs, affordable tickets, and culture by Lake Balaton await year-round.
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Balatonszárszó rolls out a full 2026 calendar across multiple venues, from heartfelt tributes to summer theater hits and night runs on the lakefront. On February 24, the town commemorates the sixth anniversary of writer István Csukás’s death. Three days later, “Lélekablak – A szabadság ára / Márai ‘125” comes to the KULTKIKÖTŐ – József Attila Community Space, tickets $10.70. Women’s Day brings a show by Betty Balássy and Feri Varga on March 7.
June 20, 18:00: the first Szentivánéji Futótűz night running festival lights up Tóparti Park with a lakeside half marathon, shorter festival distances, and a relaxed evening walk. The KULTKIKÖTŐ – Csukás Theatre Main Stage hosts a July–August lineup: “Centiről centire” (July 4, $16.20–$21.70), “Akt hegedűvel” (July 11, $16.20–$21.70), “Életed hétvégéje” (July 25, $16.20–$21.70), “A Pál utcai fiúk” (The Paul Street Boys) on August 1 ($21.70–$27.20), “Budapest Bár” on August 15 ($35.50–$41.00), and “Hőhullám” on August 22 ($21.70–$27.20).
Wrap up the year at the 5th Balatonszárszó Santa Run (Balatonszárszói Télapó Futás) on December 13, 08:00–13:00, starting from the Central Beach. Organizers reserve the right to change dates and programs.
