Discover Beremend’s festive lineup: thermal beach baths, Christmas Royal Party, Reconciliation Chapel moments, Batyus bál with KEX, and a Sport Presszó after-party. Family-friendly fun near Hungary’s southern border.
when: 2025.12.25., Thursday
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Beremend, a large village in Baranya County near Hungary’s southernmost point, is gearing up for a festive season across multiple venues. The riverside Beremend Beach Bath on the Drava (Dráva) offers three pools filled with 82.4°F karst water, a warm dip for anyone seeking relaxation or recovery. Expect family programs, picnics, and chill-out spots alongside lively parties.
Christmas Night Tradition
December 25, 2025, brings the traditional Christmas Royal Party, with locals and visitors converging on Beremend for a late-night celebration. The serene Reconciliation Chapel adds a contemplative counterpoint for those seeking a quieter holiday moment the same day.
Ring In 2026 in Style
On December 31, 2025, the “Batyus bál” New Year’s Eve bash invites guests to bring their own baskets and dance to live music from KEX. Expect an old-school, communal vibe and plenty of midnight energy.
Keep the Party Going
The celebration rolls into January with a New Year’s After-Party on January 3, 2026, at Sport Presszó. There are 104 listed events overall, and organizers reserve the right to change dates and programs.
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Pros
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Family-friendly vibes: warm 82°F karst pools, picnics, chill-out areas, and specific family programs make it easy to bring kids
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Multiple moods in one place: lively parties plus a quiet, reflective option at the Reconciliation Chapel on Christmas
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Unique local flavor: a “Batyus bál” bring-your-own-basket New Year’s Eve with live band KEX feels authentic and communal
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Budget-friendly potential: BYO food/drink for the bash can save money compared with big-city NYE galas
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Manageable crowds: Beremend is a large village, so it’s likely less hectic than Budapest or Vienna during the holidays
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Relax-and-recover angle: mineral-rich karst water pools are appealing after long-haul flights or winter sightseeing
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Good roadmap of events: 100+ listed programs across venues means flexibility to pick what suits your schedule
Cons
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Not widely known internationally: both Beremend and the specific events aren’t famous among U.S. or global tourists, so expectations and info may be limited
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Hungarian helps: signage, announcements, and event details are likely in Hungarian; English may be spotty outside main tourist hubs
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Access can be tricky: reaching Beremend from Budapest likely requires a car or multi-leg public transport via Pécs, plus local connections
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Compared to other countries’ NYE: fewer big-budget fireworks or marquee acts than major European capitals; this leans small-scale and community over spectacle
