As autumn hits Vác, the Madách Imre Cultural Center on Dr. Csányi László Boulevard kicks off its traditional Autumn Art Weeks. Expect a packed lineup of theater, music, community events, and art exhibitions tailored to every age group. From stand-up comedy and musicals to kid-friendly shows and lively rock parties, this series promises fun and cultural overload at 2600 Vác.
September Highlights
The fun starts September 10, 17, and 24 at 6 p.m. with Tapolyai Emőke’s “Words Our Children Crave”—bundle ticket for all three: $34. On September 18 at 7 p.m., catch Zorán on tour for $43. September 20 brings an 8 p.m. Rock ‘n’ Roll Party with the Polarys Band, just $5 entry. Theater fans, September 21 at 7 p.m. features “Dámák a Pakliban” (Ladies in the Deck) for $20. September 26 packs two events: 7 p.m. stand-up “Van Kettő, Agy Nélkül” by Rekop György and Lorán Barnabás ($11), then 8 p.m. Váci Jazz Tükör with Kelemen Angelika ($7).
Late September into October
September 27 offers a full day: 9 a.m.–1 p.m. Baby Market Fall Fair, 10 a.m. crafts workshop ($3), 11 a.m. 50-minute “Hamupipőke” (Cinderella) puppet show for ages 4–10 ($13). In the evening at 7 p.m., Pokorny Lia’s solo “The Almost Perfect Happiness Recipe” for ages 12+, 110 minutes no intermission ($19/$21/$24). September 28 at 7 p.m., “Őszi Randevú” (Autumn Rendezvous) musical evening with Vágó Zsuzsi, Sándor Péter, and Serbán Attila ($16/$20). October 1 at 6 p.m., Agárdi Szilvi and László Attila’s musical night “An Evening Where Music Completely Connects…” ($19). October 2: 7 p.m. Pilát Gábor on “How to Keep Our Relationship Creative?” ($10), plus Váci Jazz Tükör—M.U.S.I.C. Ensemble ($7). October 3 at 8 p.m., Café Concerts with Szekeres & Barbaró ($5).
October Thrills
October 8 at 6 p.m., Hadházi László’s “The World’s Mind—Or How to Stop Our Brain?” from $19. October 11, 8 p.m. Rock ‘n’ Roll Party with the Panorama Band ($5). October 14 at 10 a.m., “Maszat” puppet show for ages 2+ ($7). October 15, 6 p.m. Görög Ibolya on “Everyday Protocol” ($8). October 18, 7 p.m. Kiss Tibor and the Aranyakkord ($18). October 21, 7 p.m. “Egri Csillagok” (Stars of Eger) musical—students $15, adults $18. October 24, 8 p.m. Váci Jazz Tükör—Varga Tivadar Trio ($7). October 25: 6 p.m. Csiky Gergely–Fényes Szabolcs’ “The Grandmother” musical in two parts ($29), 8 p.m. Rock ‘n’ Roll Party with the Pedrofon Band ($5).
November Lineup
November 4, 7 p.m. Nyitott Akadémia with Buda László: “What Does Your Life Say?” ($11). November 12, 10 a.m. “Csodálatos Andersen” (Wonderful Andersen) ($7). November 13, 7 p.m. Liptai Claudia’s solo “Clauságok” ($20/$23). November 14, 7 p.m. “Eladó a Férjem” (Husband for Sale) musical comedy ($14). November 15: 7 p.m. Váci Youth Wind Orchestra ($4), 8 p.m. Rockomotív Bt. ($4). November 16, 10 a.m. Marék Veronika–Erdélyi Erika’s “Boribon Cica” (Boribon the Cat) ($8). November 20, 6 p.m. free Francis Poulenc concert “The Human Voice from Playfulness to Devotion.” November 22: 10 a.m. Csukás István’s “Ágacska” (Silly Tree Hug) ($7), 7 p.m. Molnár Ferenc’s “The Doctor” ($17/$19) and Hiperkarma concert ($16). November 23, 6 p.m. Fenyő Miklós–Tasnádi István “Made in Hungária” musical ($27). November 26, 10 a.m. “What Instruments Are There?” from the House of Hungarian Music (Magyar Zene Háza) ($5). November 29, 8 p.m. Váci Jazz Tükör / Hajdu Klára & Szakonyi Milán “Celebrate with Me—Advent Concert” ($7).
Art Exhibitions
September 5–29, Upstairs Gallery: Pálmai Nora paintings. September 12–October 4, Café Gallery: MOI KK (Hungarian Medical Writers and Artists Circle) exhibit. October 3–November 1, Upstairs: Fuchs Lehel paintings. October 10–November 10, Café: Kiss Rita exhibit.
Organizers reserve the right to change dates and programs.
