Budapest’s Lurdy Ház, at 1097 Budapest, 9th District – Ferencváros (Ferencváros), Könyves Kálmán Boulevard (Könyves Kálmán körút) 12–14, is stacking its 2026 calendar with a mix of family shows, opera screenings, conferences, wellness talks, and a steady flow of new releases at Lurdy Cinema (Lurdy Mozi). From puppet theater to HR-tech roundtables, the lineup aims to turn every week into an outing.
Family Sundays Start With Puppets
April 26 launches with Noah’s Ark (Noé bárkája), a puppet-theater take where a strange dream pushes Noah to build a boat big enough for every animal. Kids are roped in from the audience because, let’s face it, ark-building is hard work. The same day, Lurdy Puppet Theatre – Fairy-Tale Theatre at Lurdy Cinema (Lurdy Bábszínház – Meseszínház a Lurdy Moziban) brings another puppet-led fairy-tale session for families, keeping the smallest theater fans busy and giddy.
Mozart, Beamed From Covent Garden
Also on April 26, The Magic Flute – A Royal Opera House Broadcast (Varázsfuvola – A Royal Ballet & Opera közvetítése) beams in Mozart’s The Magic Flute from London in David McVicar’s dazzling staging. The cast glitters: Julia Bullock as Pamina, Amitai Pati as Tamino, Huw Montague Rendall as Papageno, Kathryn Lewek as the Queen of the Night, and Soloman Howard as Sarastro. French conductor Marie Jacquot leads the orchestra in her Covent Garden debut, promising an elegant, high-voltage musical night in Budapest without the airfare.
Lurdy Cinema: New Week, New Movies
From April 20 through late October—and beyond—Lurdy Cinema (Lurdy Mozi) reliably resets with “New week, new films, new experiences” (“Új hét, új filmek, új élmények”). Every Monday a fresh batch lands: animated tales for kids, blockbusters and indies for grown-ups, shared experiences for all. Weekly cycles run April 20–26; April 27–May 3; May 4–10; May 11–17; May 18–24; May 25–31; June 1–7; June 8–14; June 15–21; June 22–28; June 29–July 5; July 6–12; July 13–19; July 20–26; July 27–August 2; August 3–9; August 10–16; August 17–23; August 24–30; August 31–September 6; September 7–13; September 14–20; September 21–27; September 28–October 4; October 5–11; October 12–18; October 19–25; and October 26–November 1. November 2–8 continues the pattern. It’s a standing invitation to pick a seat and dive into whatever’s new.
HR Meets Security in the Digital Workplace
On April 29, “Integrated Operations in the Digital Workplace” (“Integrált működés a digitális munkahelyen”) gathers HR, IT, and security decision-makers, hosted by KADRIS 4 Hungary Kft. and Blocker Kft. Two roundtables will unpack HR digitalization, integrated HR and security systems, and the thorny compliance and data-management challenges that come with them. The goal: get corporate leaders, technologists, and industry voices aligned on what the workplace looks like next—and how to make it both efficient and safe.
Trauma in Focus: A Deep-Dive Conference
May 9 is all about TRAUMA IN FOCUS (FÓKUSZBAN A TRAUMA), a conference open to everyone, priced from about $53. Speakers include host Noémi Orvos‑Tóth (Orvos‑Tóth Noémi), clinical psychologist; Dr. Béla Birkás, associate professor (University of Pécs, PTE); Dr. Laura Kromják, associate professor (Eötvös Loránd University, ELTE); Dr. Ildikó Kuritárné Szabó, associate professor and psychotherapist; Prof. Dr. András Láng, university professor and institute director (PTE); and Dr. Zsuzsanna Mogyorósy‑Révész, counseling psychologist and EMDR therapist. Expect a brisk cascade of research, clinical insight, and practical tools to understand and process trauma.
Classic Hungarian Tales, Told in Puppets
May 10 returns to the stage with Mazsola, the tiny piglet driven from his owner’s home, rescued by the warm-hearted Manócska. Based on Ágnes Bálint’s beloved story, the show rides on the charm of memorable, gentle puppet figures—nostalgia for parents, discovery for kids. Lurdy Puppet Theatre – Fairy-Tale Theatre at Lurdy Cinema (Lurdy Bábszínház – Meseszínház a Lurdy Moziban) appears again the same day, making Sunday a puppet double feature.
Longevity Hacks You Can Start Today
On May 13, “Longevity – Tips for a Quality Long Life” zeros in on seven surprising habits that can extend your life by years. The Lurdy Life series looks at what residents of the famed “blue zones” do differently—then distills it into simple practices you can plug into daily routines right away. Bring a notepad; leave with a plan.
A Day Devoted to Love
May 17 turns heart-first with Love Conference (Szeretet konferencia), a high-energy day built around the everyday power of love. How do you grasp and activate it in your life and relationships? What signals does the body send us through love? What’s different about women’s and men’s love, and how do both strengthen us? The event promises big energy, exciting talks, and a reset of how you experience yourself—through full presence and awareness.
Patterns, Breakups, and Fresh Starts
May 30’s Generational Fates – Family Constellation Day (Generációs Sorsok – Családállítás nap) is for anyone stuck in recurring life loops. It’s a guided dive into family systems and inherited patterns, framed as a day for your self-knowledge, happiness, and growth. On June 14, “Who You’ll Be After the Breakup – Show Workshop” (“Aki a szakítás után leszel – SHOW WORKSHOP”) explores post-breakup identity with a performative, hands-on twist, priced roughly $37 to $62. Expect catharsis and a toolkit for moving forward.
Andersen’s Ugly Duckling Takes Flight
May 31 closes the month with a twofer: Lurdy Puppet Theatre’s fairy-tale hour and The Ugly Duckling (A rút kiskacsa) in a puppet-theater adaptation using classic, beautifully crafted figures. From the barnyard’s cruel mockery to a winter survived with the help of a seemingly fearsome friend, Macsek, the tale blooms in spring when the awkward hatchling becomes a stunning swan. Familiar, yes—but the staging keeps the wonder intact.
Plan Your Visit
Beyond the fixed address in Ferencváros, Lurdy Ház ties each event to Budapest, making it easy to fold a screening or show into a city day out. Accommodation, food, and drink options surround the complex, and with weekly film rotations plus monthly spotlights on wellness, psychology, and family programs, the calendar is built to catch you when you’re free. Mark Sundays for puppets, midweeks for ideas—and keep an eye on the marquee; it’s always changing.
