The Szolnok Burger Picnic returns for its third edition under the leafy trees of Tisza Grove (Tiszaliget) from August 21 to 23, 2025, promising a three-day street food and festival extravaganza. This isn’t just a weekend for burger fanatics—get ready for nonstop fun, legendary musical acts, and a true summer party on the banks of the river.
A Festival for All Senses
The main attraction of the Burger Picnic is, of course, mouthwatering burgers crafted by artisan vendors, paired with ice-cold drinks. But it’s much more than just a feast for your taste buds. Each day sizzles with interactive games and wild competitions: try your hand (or stomach) at the beer-drinking contest, join the feverish pace of beer pong or giant billiards, or challenge your friends at festival arcade games like pinball, foosball, darts, and arm-wrestling machines specially set up for the event.
When evening falls, things really heat up, as some of Hungary’s top entertainers storm the stage. Headliners include Majka, Dzsúdló, Wellhello, Tamás Horváth (Horváth Tamás), Ganxsta Zolee and the Kartel (Ganxsta Zolee és a Kartel)—a lineup guaranteed to keep festivalgoers dancing and singing all night long.
Live Music Lineup
On Thursday, August 21, gates open with Wellhello firing up the crowd at 7:00 p.m., followed by pop legends TNT at 9:00 p.m., and Ganxsta Zolee and the Kartel (Ganxsta Zolee és a Kartel) closing the night at 11:30 p.m. Friday brings Tamás Horváth (Horváth Tamás) at 6:45 p.m., hard rockers EDDA Works (EDDA Művek) at 9:00 p.m., and a late-night Road concert at 11:00 p.m. Saturday’s finale is a non-stop music marathon: Manuel takes the stage at 7:00 p.m., Majka at 9:15 p.m., and Dzsúdló rounds it all off at 11:00 p.m.
Where to Stay: Accommodation Galore
Planning to join the festivities for all three days? You’ll be spoiled for choice in Szolnok. The winterized house by the backwaters of the Tisza offers direct water access with its own dock and rowing boat, perfect for anyone who wants to fish under the stars—night lamps included for evening catches.
Business travelers can book a room at the Serimamis Hotel in the city center, just steps away from the Tisza promenade. If you want a dash of nature, check out the Forest Cultural House (Erdei Művelődési Ház)—a regional center for environmental education where even locals are amazed by the wilderness and adventure.
Garden Hotel**** Wellness and Conference pampers guests with stylish rooms, first-class conference facilities, an excellent restaurant, and a private wellness section in the heart of Tisza Grove’s (Tiszaliget) parkland. For spa lovers, the Tisza Hotel and Spa (Tisza Szálló és Gyógyfürdő) has been attracting guests since 1928 with its neobaroque charm and healing alkaline hydrocarbonate and iodine-rich waters—discovered onsite during construction—along with an impressive Turkish-style bath.
If boutique comfort is your thing, the Hozam Hotel and Wellness Apartment in central Szolnok provides a homely vibe and 17 rooms, perfect for solo travelers or business guests. For the full festival experience, Liget Hotel*** offers 33 fully renovated, air-conditioned, balcony rooms in a green oasis—plus accessibility for guests with disabilities and panoramic rooftop views.
Five minutes from the city center, Millér Guesthouse and Leisure Park offers a peaceful spot between the Tisza and the main Millér canal, while the sprawling 16-hectare Tourism and Leisure Center (sleeping up to 320) sits at the tip of Tisza Grove (Tiszaliget): a launchpad for cycling, water tours, school trips, or just relaxing between concerts.
Eat, Drink, Celebrate
When it comes to culinary options, Szolnok’s burger festival is more than just patties and buns. Riverside bistros blend heritage with novelty, using ingredients sourced fresh from local producers. Whether you’re grabbing a quick bite or savoring a full meal, the goal is to keep you full and happy.
Craving international flavors? Savor fifty exotic coffee specialties at Cafe Frei, or sip world-spanning drinks and house-made sweets. Embrace English vibes at an authentic pub nestled underground, or try traditional Hungarian cuisine in vaulted cellar restaurants. Need to host a group? Campus Restaurant can handle up to 300 for dinners, banquets, or lively wedding parties.
Don’t forget to sample local desserts, from handmade pies to wedding cakes and Italian gelato in summertime. For something different, dine at the Fisherman’s Tavern (Halászcsárda) for hearty fish dishes and classic home flavors in a family-friendly setting on the Tisza riverside.
As Szolnok gears up for this burger and music blowout, remember—bring your appetite, your party spirit, and, just in case, check the schedule for updates. The festival reserves the right to change dates or programs, but one thing’s certain: the party will be unforgettable.
