The Mézesvölgyi Nyár outdoor theater festival lights up Veresegyház from June through August 2026. As Pest County’s biggest multidisciplinary bash every summer, it draws theater lovers with smash-hit shows and stellar casts. Organizers are preparing diverse plays, concerts, and family-friendly fun for this outdoor season. It all kicks off on June 21 at Búcsú tér in 2112 Veresegyház, promising epic nights under the stars.
Charlie Rocks the Stage – June 21
This summer, Hungarian light music legend Charlie Horváth brings his unmistakable vibe to the Mézesvölgyi Nyár stage. Get ready for a musical ride blending smoky blues, gritty jazz, and pure Hungarian rock tunes during Veresegyház’s magical evenings. Expect timeless hits from Jég dupla jéggel to Nézz az ég felé that generations belt out alongside the artist.
Francia Rúdugrás (Pole Vaulting French Style, 18+) – June 24
István Mohácsi’s wild tale features three women and three men in a sextet where roles flip during a stormy night. It starts straightforwardly—who’s with whom—but chemistry and a sly sex psychologist stir up chaos. Fingers crossed, after misunderstandings and mishaps, it all turns out fine.
Pletykafészek (Rumors) Farce – July 3
Neil Simon’s two-act comedy lets you kick back and watch gossip spread among the upper crust as they get into hilarious trouble.
István, a király Concert – July 4
The rock opera’s most successful show’s massive celebratory tour hits the stage with top singer-actors, the elite Crescendo Music Orchestra, professional lighting, visuals, and animations. Expect huge moving sets and pyrotechnic fireworks onstage.
A Pál utcai fiúk (The Paul Street Boys) – July 7 & 8
Dés László, Geszti Péter, and Grecsó Krisztián reimagine the classic not as a kids’ tale but as young adults’ clash. Drama ramps up with modern tunes and lyrics. Key elements: acoustic props, actors’ musical-rhythmic flair, youth energy, humor, and the original’s cathartic punch. Catch it as a two-act zenés játék (musical play) both nights.
A dzsungel könyve (The Jungle Book) – July 12
Mowgli, the man-cub, conquers foes and seeks bliss for his new jungle family amid thick leaves. Unmissable heart-wrencher and warmer on friendship and love for kids and big kids alike.
Menopauza Musical – July 15
Jeanie Linders’ global hit dives into that change women face—some hide it, others joke it off. Loud, honest, riotously funny!
Geszti Péter Concert – July 19
The positive energy king unleashes live Rapülők dance bangers, Jazz+Az funk, Gringó sztár, and Létvágy pop gems with flashy stage tech, packed with laughs and real talk.
Csengetett, Mylord? (You Rang, M’Lord?) World Premiere – July 21 & 22
Don’t miss the theater take on the TV fave at Veresegyház’s Mézesvölgyi Szabadtéri Színpad. Beloved characters leap to life for unforgettable summer nights—world premiere double dose!
Rém Rendes Vendég (Perfectly Nice Guest) Comedy – July 26
Steven Moffat’s two-act farce: Polite English couple Peter and Debbie befriend American widow Elsa on a cruise and swap addresses for future visits that usually fizzle. But Elsa shows up! Internet research scares freak them out—especially with their teens nearby. Nosy neighbor and cop sergeant stir the pot. Fresh from London’s West End to Budapest’s Játékszín, now here.
Ne most, Drágám! (Not Now, Darling!) Comedy – July 28
Love triangles, mink coats, scantily clad ladies, flying garments, total madness in London’s poshest fur salon—all for pure fun.
Amerikai komédia Swing Musical – July 31
Based on Károly Aszlányi’s 1930s comedy, libretto and lyrics by Attila Lőrinczy, music by Artisjus-Fonogram winner Bálint Bársony. Károly Peller directs this humor-filled, swing-vibed joyride for all ages.
Csak egy tánc volt (It Was Just a Dance) – Szécsi Pál Hits – August 1
Timeless tunes from light music star Szécsi Pál shine under the stars. Performers: Zoltán Miller, Dénes Pál, Attila Serbán, Sándor Nagy.
Az Ackroyd gyilkosság (The Ackroyd Murder) Mystery – August 5
Agatha Christie’s Hercule Poirot retires to sleepy King’s Abbot, but two baffling deaths hit. Artúr Kálid as Poirot, Szilveszter Szabó P. as Dr. James Sheppard.
Anconai szerelmesek (Ancona’s Lovers) Musical Comedy – August 7 & 11
Hungary’s most-played comedy blends Italian commedia dell’arte, Hungarian laughs, and ’70s Italian hits. Sequel on August 11: 20 years on, the crew hits Balaton’s SZOT resort seeking roots, loves, bliss—cue Azzurro, Bella Ciao, Sono l’italiano.
Egy életem (My One Life) Stand-Up with Imre Csuja – August 15
Csuja spills his life humbly, hilariously, heartwarmingly: Mom’s kid-raising, early career grind (four shows a day!), old pros’ wisdom, meeting wife 40+ years ago, secrets from Üvegtigris (Glass Tiger) and Valami Amerika (Something America).
Túl a Maszat-hegyen? (Beyond Messy Mountain?) Comedy – August 18
A world where mess rules and cleaning’s chaos. Muhi Andris saves pals from stains, dusters, neat-freak tyranny. Colorful, magical, catchy tunes for all—play, imagination, laughs win; vacuums aren’t always heroes.
A muzsika hangja (The Sound of Music) Musical – August 22
1930s: Novice nun Maria nannies for a captain with seven kids. She brings joy and song—but Nazi invasion forces the family to flee. Earworms, deep emotions, and history make it special family fare from tots to grannies.
Szép nyári nap (Beautiful Summer Day) Neoton Musical – August 26
In the 1970s, Bácsszentmária builds a camp near the Yugoslav border. Ironic, humorous young “volunteers.” Neoton hits are still party staples—like ABBA in Hungary. And more to come!
