Discover Balatonszárszó 2026: lakeside festivals, theater at Csukás Színház, concerts, KULTKIKÖTŐ events, Midsummer Night run, Santa Run, local dining, and wellness stays in Somogy County—culture, sports, and Balaton views.
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Balatonszárszó has a full 2026 planned with theater, concerts, festivals, and two crowd‑pleasing runs on the Balaton shore. Dates and venues may change, but the mix of culture, sports, and lakeside lounging is locked in.
February 24 marks a remembrance for writer István Csukás on the sixth anniversary of his passing—a fitting tribute in the town closely linked to his legacy. Three days later, on February 27, KULTKIKÖTŐ’s József Attila Community Space hosts Lélekablak – A szabadság ára / Márai “125,” with tickets around $10.70. March 7 brings a Women’s Day show by Balássy Betty and Varga Feri, turning early spring into a sing‑along.
On June 20 at 18:00, lace up for the 1st Midsummer Night Fire Trail Running Festival (I. Szentivánéji Futótűz) at Tóparti Park. Choose a summer half marathon, shorter festival distances, or a relaxed evening walk along the Balaton promenade. Sunset over the water, headlamps, and finish‑line vibes guaranteed.
KULTKIKÖTŐ – Csukás Theater Main Stage (Csukás Színház Nagyszínpad) lines up a strong season: Centiről centire on July 4 ($16.20–$21.70); Akt hegedűvel on July 11 ($16.20–$21.70); Életed hétvégéje on July 25 ($16.20–$21.70); The Paul Street Boys (A Pál utcai fiúk) on August 1 ($21.70–$27.20); Budapest Bár on August 15 ($35.50–$41.00); and Heatwave (Hőhullám) on August 22 ($21.70–$27.20).
On December 13, from 08:00 to 13:00, the 5th Balatonszárszó Santa Run (V. Balatonszárszói Télapó Futás) takes over the Central Beach. Costumes welcome, PBs optional.
Settle in at the Two Crowns Conference and Wellness Hotel (Két Korona Konferencia és Wellness Hotel) on the southern shore, an hour by car from the capital, or choose a cozy family guesthouse in town. Eat local at Anno Tavern (Anno Taverna) in the village center, where early‑20th‑century décor sets the mood. Prefer a pour? A dedicated bottle shop serves standout wines, beers, sparkling wines, and spirits—sip on site or take away.
Organizers reserve the right to change dates and programs. Somogy County, multiple venues.
