Hajdúszoboszló is rolling out the blankets and turning up the charm this summer with a free open-air cinema in the heart of town. On Sunday, 2026.07.12, Szent István Park (4200 Hajdúszoboszló, Szent István Park) transforms into a laid-back garden movie spot under the stars. The screenings are free, the vibe is easygoing, and the invitation is simple: come sit on the grass, bring a blanket, and enjoy a film together in the center of Hajdúszoboszló.
When and where
The main summer screening lands on 2026.07.12 with Mamma Mia! – Sose hagyjuk abba (Mamma Mia! – Never Stop), a warm-weather crowd-pleaser made for sing-alongs and sunset applause. The park’s central location makes it an easy stroll from most accommodations and the spa district. The organizers reserve the right to change the time and program, so it’s worth checking for updates. An additional date listed is 2026.08.16 in Hajdúszoboszló, signaling more alfresco movie magic before summer bows out.
How to get details
Szent István Park sits in the 4200 postal area of Hajdúszoboszló, and the event page directs visitors to request information and call the listed phone contact for specifics. You can also follow the organizers on their social channels for late-breaking updates, and opt in for notifications if you want a nudge before showtime.
Stay close to the screen
This summer film night pairs perfectly with a spa-city getaway, and Hajdúszoboszló’s lodging scene is stacked with options right by the action. Hotel Barátság*** rises above the green hotel promenade, offering some of the city’s best views. It has its own therapeutic and contrast pools, jacuzzi, saunas, infrared sauna, and steam bath for full-body unwinding. The hotel combines accommodation, wellness, and events under one roof, which means whether you’re here for rest, recharge, or meetings, you’ll find what you need without leaving the building.
If apartment living is your summer mood, several guesthouses and apartment houses dot the quiet resort quarters and sit a short walk from the famous bath complex. One holiday house, located just about a five-minute walk (roughly 400 meters) from the beach, features four separate upstairs apartments—two doubles, one for four people, and one for five—welcoming guests year-round.
Want absolute hush? A cluster of guesthouses set in leafy residential lanes caters to travelers seeking perfect silence and calm. From there, it’s only a few minutes on foot to the Medical Spa (Gyógyfürdő) and the Béke Bath (Béke Fürdő) for anyone seeking healing treatments. Many accommodations highlight stress-free parking in private courtyards, and shared breakfast kitchens make relaxed mornings easy.
Right by the pools—and the planes
If convenience is everything, a centrally placed pension sits right by the airport, just about 100 meters from the main beach and 400 meters from both the Aquapark and the newer Extreme Slide Park. The Árpád Swimming Pool and the Hungarospa therapy building are nearby neighbors, offering various medical treatments for those who need them.
Alice Apartment (Alice Apartman), launched in 2010, brings a homely touch in a quiet corner close to the strand, thermal baths, and Aqua-Palace. Several other apartment houses in the resort district promise a calm base five minutes from the world-famous bath complex, and new-build flats along Kölcsey and Major streets sit about 100 to 200 meters from the beach entrance—handy to restaurants, markets, and grocery shops.
One apartment house opened in June 2009 within the holiday center encircling the country’s largest medical and beach spa. It’s 200 meters from the strand and 150 meters from the bus station, tucked into a peaceful nook so you can rest easy after your movie night.
Eat, drink, bowl, repeat
Hajdúszoboszló packs plenty into an evening out. U-Pub Bar blends a generous drinks list with friendly prices and an all-in-one funhouse: escape room, bowling, billiards, darts, air hockey, and foosball under one roof. That means your pre-movie warm-up or post-credits cool-down is sorted, whether you’re throwing strikes or solving clues.
For a taste of tradition, Kemencés Csárda reimagines the old roadside inns of the Great Hungarian Plain. The menu and interiors are designed to honor past hospitality with a present-day twist, serving both locals and visitors with a slice of heritage in modern comfort. Nearby, a romantic, elegant dining complex near the medical spa features a covered terrace for 150 and a panoramic upper terrace for 80—ideal for long summer dinners that drift into dessert.
Mirage Restaurant invites you back to a refreshed space complete with an atmospheric pálinka wall, a seasonal menu, and guest-first service. Another favorite, No. 8 (Nr.8), stands in the bath district with classic and inventive grill dishes, plus one of the city’s largest gazebos—an 80-seat outdoor haven hosting guests from April through late November. And if a quick bite is calling, a spot just a minute from the Hungarospa Medical Spa (Hungarospa Gyógyfürdő) entrance plates up sweet and savory crepes, artisan ice creams, and coolers ranging from lemonades to cocktails and coffee specials.
Family-friendly wellness stays
Traveling with kids? A 107-room hotel in the resort zone serves families with two- and three-bed rooms, 2+2 family apartments, family rooms with bunk beds, and suites for a luxe touch. Expect color TVs, minibars, phones, and safes in-room, with some spaces offering air conditioning and balconies. All rooms come with private bathrooms and toilets, and the on-site medical and wellness area means you can go from pool to pillow in minutes.
Plan it, then play it by ear
You can call for details, follow event pages, and browse related listings—dates, stays, and food-and-drink options all in one place. While the summertime garden cinema celebrates spontaneity, remember: organizers reserve the right to change dates and programs. Sign up for alerts, bring a blanket, and be ready to watch the sky turn indigo as the opening credits roll in Szent István Park.
