Gyenesdiás by Lake Balaton rolls out a vibrant 2026 calendar packed with cultural hits, foodie festivals, concerts, must-see shows, and optional adventures across multiple venues like the Municipal Hall (Községháza), Festetics Imre Experience Center, Producers’ Market, Pastor’s House yard, Heroes’ Garden, and more in ZIP 8315. From film clubs to Scythian shaman vibes and massive fests, it’s nonstop fun for everyone.
March to Easter Buzz
Kick off March 19 (Thursday) with Ujj Mészáros Károly Film Club – I Feel at Home Here. March 20 brings Oscar-winning tunes by Chanson Brass at Municipal Hall. Double up on March 21: Scythian Festival at Festetics Imre Experience Center features exhibit opening, shaman drumming, falconry, plus LEPKE performance and hike by Forrásvíz Nature Friends Association. New Testament marathon runs March 21-22 at Municipal Hall. March 23 spotlights Dr. Szutrély Péter’s book launch, Beginner’s Guide for Patients. March 28 brings Market Opening and Fruit Blessing Day at Producers’ Market, Easter preparations at Municipal Hall and Pastor’s House yard, with Easter programs stretching to April 6. Wrap the month with Traccsparti featuring Rudolf Péter on March 30.
April Blooms and Shows
April 3 hosts Family Day at Bunny Ear Festival at Festetics Imre Experience Center. April 13 brings Török-Zselenszky Tamás’s musical Zselenszky Evening at Municipal Hall. April 14 features Dvorák & Patka Theater’s Late Lament – József Attila Evening there too. April 18 doubles with Zalai Balaton-part Concert Wind Band’s film music at Ligetplex Cinema and Budding – Spring Celebration through April 19. Big Maypole Raising hits April 25.
May Magic and Kids’ Fun
May 8 features book launch and meet-the-author with local fairy tale writer Bertók Csilla. May 14 brings Schell Judit’s musical solo Útitársam, Shirley MacLaine. May 23 and 30 both feature Maypole Dancing and Kids’ Day Party at Kárpáti Promenade and Producers’ Market.
June Arts and Healing
June 4 marks National Togetherness Day and Trianon memorial at Heroes’ Garden. Art Courtyard series runs June 10, 17, 24, and July 1 at Pastor’s House yard. June 26-28, GYÖNGY – Gyenesdiás Volunteer Healing Days at Nagymező.
Summer Fests Explode
July 4-5, Gyenesdiás Bream Festival. July 9-12, Gyenesdiás Wine Days. July 25-26, MASTAFF Summer Fest dog show at Kárpáti Promenade. July 31 opens thematic exhibit on 200-year-old Saint Ilona Chapel at Municipal Hall.
August Peaks
August 6-9 features Altér Fest and Woodcarving Days. August 20, Saint Stephen’s Day. August 23, 17th Festetics Gallop as National Gallop regional qualifier. August 27-30, Summer Farewell Bug Meet.
Fall Harvest and Memories
September 5, Gyenesdiás Grape Harvest Revels. September 13, Wonder Deer Family Day at Festetics Imre Experience Center. September 19, 15th Gyenesdiás Potato Day. October 6 honors Arad Martyrs at Heroes’ Garden. October 22, festive memorial at Kárpáti János Primary and Heroes’ Garden.
Winter Glow
November 28 Advent candle lighting. November 29, Advent at the Animal Park – forest animals’ Advent at Festetics Imre Experience Center. December 4, village Santa at Municipal Hall. December 5, 10, 12, 19 Advent candle lightings. December 10, baby photo exhibit of 2026 Gyenesdiás newborns at Municipal Hall. December 12-13, Advent Chestnut Roast and Christmas Market. December 24, Shepherd Play at Municipal Hall.
Organizers reserve the right to change dates and programs!
