Veszprém, the City of Queens, bursts with color in 2026. Expect a whirlwind of exhibitions, concerts, theater shows, film screenings, festivals, foodie feasts, and special events all year. Whether you’re into literature chats, health tips, dog therapy, or massive music fests, this Hungarian gem has it covered from libraries to castle courtyards.
April Library Buzz
Kick off on April 9 with Conversation Club at American Corner in Eötvös Károly Library. From 4:30-5:30pm, prepare for language exams, improve your business English, or discuss hot topics like Walt Disney. Free, aimed at high schoolers and up, but all ages welcome. The next day, April 10, catch Nice Summer Day (Szép nyári nap), a Neoton musical at Veres 1 Színház in Hangvilla. That evening at 5pm in Kisfaludy Hall, dive into Widow of Mohács (Mohács özvegye) – Mohács in Literature, with writer Mónika Miklya Luzsányi chatting with literature expert Dr. Zsuzsanna Luchmann. April 13’s Health Day at the library’s Kisfaludy Hall from 4pm is free: Dr. Zoltán Szabó, a dietitian from Pécs, links men’s health to diet at 4pm; 5pm healthy cooking demos with tastings; 7pm Dr. Zsolt Kovács, a family doctor and radiologist from Vas County, on lifestyle changes for type 2 diabetes. Plus body fat and blood pressure checks, lifestyle advice, and shoulder and neck massages. April 14 brings French Club in Dr. László Nagy Hall from 4:30pm – Venez Parler! led by Melanie Wrede and Ildikó Kenyeres. Same day, Story Tuesday (Mesekedd) at Dózsavárosi Branch Library, 4:30pm, with readings from Balázs Gyöngyösi’s I Will Be an Astronaut (Űrhajós leszek) about Tibor Kapu’s space trip, plus space-themed crafts for kids.
Mid-April Highlights
April 15-19 hosts the 9th From Soul to Soul Theater Healing Power Festival (Lélektől Lélekig Színház Gyógyító Ereje Fesztivál). April 16 features three events: 5pm in Kisfaludy Hall, Háy János – From Narnia to Easter (HÁY JÁNOS – Narniától húsvétig), with author János Háy talking to László Kilián, literature director at Művészetek Háza; 4:30pm dog therapy in Children’s Library for 3-10-year-olds with valid library cards – meet therapy dog Travell, led by Anikó Jánoska from Doktor Mancsok Foundation (bring spare shoes if rainy); 5pm Photos of the Year 2025 (AZ ÉV FOTÓI 2025) exhibit opening at Dózsavárosi Branch (Szent István út 73), by Bakony Fotóklub, opened by leader Károly Mátyus (MAFOSZ vice president), with students from Dózsa György School performing – view until May 22 during library hours. April 17, 4:30pm at Dózsavárosi, Dr. János Csicsor, chemical engineer, on From Soil to Set Table (A talajtól a terített asztalig) – harmony of nature and humans, free entry.
Late April Fun
April 18 is St. George’s Day Crafts (Szent György-napi Kézműves IZÉ). April 22, 6-7:30pm Book Title Activity game night in Reading Room (3rd floor), for ages 18-99, solo or teams who love literature and games – sign up by April 20 to szkandrea@ekmk.hu. April 23, unusual literature classes with Zoltán M. Kácsor: 10am for 1st-2nd graders on Zabasaurs (Zabaszauruszok), 11:30am for 3rd-7th graders on The Last Djinn (Az utolsó dzsinn). April 24, Silent Book Club 4-6pm in ZUGA – no rules, bring your book, read silently, optional sharing after; no required reads, chat only if you want, perfect for introverted bookworms. Same day, American Vibes at the library. April 25-26, Architecture Festival and Night (Építészet Ünnepe és Éjszakája).
May and Beyond
April 27, 10am ChatGPT lecture by Melinda Klausz – Is ChatGPT Really My Friend? for 5th-8th graders. May 4-10, Gizella Days (Gizella Napok). May 24, IV. Veszprém Triathlon Festival (IV. Veszprém Triatlon Fesztivál). May 30, VIII. Veszprém Homeland Defense Day (VIII. Veszprémi Honvédelmi Nap). July 10-19, Rosé, Riesling & Jazz Festival (Rozé, Rizling és Jazz Fesztivál). VeszprémFest July 15-18 ($6-$76): July 15 Juanes ($52-$76); July 16 Beth Hart ($68); July 17 Kraftwerk ($52-$71); July 18 Pink Martini ($52). July 23-25, Veszprém Street Music Festival (Veszprémi Utcazene Fesztivál). Aug 3-9, Auer Festival (Auer Fesztivál). Aug 13-19, 30th Cell-Cup Veszprém International Handball Festival. Sept 5, 10th Tacsi Tali Veszprém Dachshund Meetup (X. Tacsi Tali Veszprém) at Kolostorok és Kertek for dogs, owners, and fans.
Exhibitions and Castle Events
Ongoing: Nov 20, 2025-May 31, 2026, The Alchemy of Glass (Az üveg alkímiája) – by Zoltán Bohus and Mária Lugossy at Erzsébet sétány 1; Dec 4, 2025-May 31, Labyrinth (Labirintus) – by Lili Ország and fellow artists at the same spot; Mar 5-May 25, Veszprém Spring Exhibition (Veszprémi Tavaszi Tárlat) at multiple venues. April 3-12 guided Castle Walks at 10:30am, 2pm, 4pm. April 10, Palace Concert in the Bishop’s Palace (Palotakoncert az Érseki Palotában); Mohács özvegye chat. April 12-Aug 2, Pure Form (TISZTA FORMA) from the Vass collection’s French art at Modern Képtár Vass László Gyűjtemény. April 14, Library World Day tour of Koller Library. April 15, Martin Baker & Tamás Kéméndi organ concert in the basilica (Philharmonia series). April 17, With Mindszenty – Homecoming (Mindszentyvel – Hazatérés). April 18, heritage day subjective tour with Veronika Nagy & Gábor G.-Kovács; April 18-19 Castle Walks. April 19, Szent Mihály Children’s Choir mass & mini-concert in the cathedral. April 25, 4pm Castle Walk, 7pm Castle Hill Organ Evenings I (Várhegyi Orgonaesték I) with Tamás Kosóczki. April 26, Castle Walks at 10am & 4pm.
