Veszprém packs the calendar with culture in 2026. Across multiple venues, the City of Queens lines up exhibitions, concerts, theater, film screenings, festivals, foodie pop-ups, and family fun from spring to fall. Bookmark the dates, pick your vibe, and go explore.
Late April Openers
April 25–26 brings Architecture Day and Night across the city, with tours and late programs for design lovers. The same weekend features Family LEGO Time – Checked Table series, guided Castle Walks at 16:00 on the 25th and at 10:00 and 16:00 on the 26th, plus the first Várhegy Organ Evenings on April 25 at 19:00.
Smart Minds, Big Sounds
On Monday, April 27 at 10:00, Eötvös Károly Library’s Kisfaludy Hall hosts Is ChatGPT Really My Friend? – a talk on AI by Melinda Klausz for grades 5–8. On April 28 at 17:00, the library’s Dr. Nagy László Room presents Zenei Klub Extra, celebrating jazz guitarist Gábor Szabó at 90, with gems by Bill Evans and UK funk-rockers Cymande. LP Láz’s László Pallagi brings prime rock; expect tracks from Dinah Shore, Anouar Brahem, Géza Bereményi, Imre Kőszegi, and Gato Barbieri. Led by Krisztián Kindler, with highlights from the library’s collection and event photography.
Paws and Play
April 29, 16:30–17:00: Dog Therapy for the Tiniest at Eötvös Károly Library. Meet Travel the therapy dog. Led by Anikó Jánoska from the Doctor Paws (Doktor Mancsok) Foundation, the 0–3 crowd learns gentle pet skills. Valid library card required; bring indoor shoes if it rains.
May Highlights
May 1: Gyárkert May Day festival. May 4–10: Gizella Days takes over Veszprém. May 24: 4th Veszprém Triathlon Festival powers through town. May 30: 8th Veszprém Defense Day salutes service.
Summer Beats and Star Power
July 10–19: Rosé, Riesling and Jazz Festival pours good wine and smooth sets. VeszprémFest runs July 15–18, with tickets from about $53 to $75. Headliners include:
– July 15: Juanes – from $53 to $75
– July 16: Beth Hart – $70
– July 17: Kraftwerk – $53
– July 18: Pink Martini – $53
July 23–25: Veszprém Street Music Festival turns the city into a stage.
August to September
August 3–9: Auer Festival celebrates classical brilliance. August 13–19: 30th Cell-Cup Veszprém International Handball Festival brings teams from everywhere. September 5: 10th Tacsi Tali Veszprém returns to Monasteries and Gardens (Kolostorok és Kertek)—dachshunds, owners, and dog lovers unite for a warm, wag-filled day. September 20 adds more city programming.
Exhibitions You’ll Want to Catch
Through May 31: The Alchemy of Glass – Zoltán Bohus and Mária Lugossy, and Labyrinth – Lili Ország and Her Peers, both at 1 Erzsébet Promenade (Erzsébet sétány 1). March 5–May 25: Veszprém Spring Exhibition across multiple venues. April 12–August 2: Pure Form – selections from the Vass Collection’s French fine arts, at the Modern Gallery, László Vass Collection. Several June dates add concerts and city events rolling into fall.
