Dunaharaszti’s Laffert Kúria keeps the excitement rolling in 2026 with a packed schedule of music, art, talks, and family fun. This gem operates as an outpost of the József Attila Cultural House, doubling as the town’s buzzing arts hub. It shines as a gallery across three spaces hosting visual art shows. The ground-floor grand hall seats 71 for top-notch music and literary events, chamber performances, film screenings, city council gatherings, and its own productions. You’ll also catch the local music school’s concerts here, plus it hosts wedding ceremonies. Find it at Fő út 172, 2330 Dunaharaszti.
Music Magic Kicks Off April
On April 15, dive into Zene-Habbal ~ Honfi Imre Olivér estje. Imre Olivér Honfi rose to fame with The Mojo, but his remarkable versatility shines in countless other bands, thrilling fans everywhere. This night spotlights pure musicality – just sit back and soak it in. It’s free, but snag a spot via registration.
Kerekítő Manó Takes Over
The Kerekítő manó világa (World of the Rounder Elf) traveling exhibition launches its Dunaharaszti stop with an opening on April 16. It hit the road in March 2024 to celebrate the 15th anniversary of the baby-and-mother activity network and book series. Kerekítő has grown into teacher training and a treasure trove of experiential pedagogy tools that kindergartens and nurseries love to use. The elf isn’t just a family favorite anymore – it appears as a group puppet in preschool life everywhere. Beyond book illustrations, expect slide shows, puzzles, and game ideas for families or groups at host libraries. It runs April 17, then April 21-24, and again April 28 to May 29. Catch the opening buzz on the 16th!
Bartók Birthday Bash
From April 23-25, piano students from the music school honor Béla Bartók’s 145th birthday with a three-day memorial concert series. Hungary’s world-famous musician, scholar, composer, and piano teacher gets the love he deserves – everyone welcome.
Fashion Through the Ages
April 24 spotlights Ikonikus ruhadarabok a divattörténetben – Az őskortól a couture-ig (Iconic Garments in Fashion History – From Prehistory to Couture). What makes a clothing piece legendary? Why do styles loop back across centuries? This talk traces outfits from prehistoric times to today, hitting major civilizations to modern runway couture. It digs into era-defining clothes and silhouettes, showing how they echo in contemporary fashion and catwalks. More than a timeline, it’s a deep dive into fashion as culture: body, power, identity, and beauty’s shifting dance.
Harmonica Links to Denmark
April 28 builds bridges with Épitsünk kapcsolatot a harmonika hangján (Building Connections on the Harmonica’s Sound). The music school teams up for a rare classical harmonica concert with the Danish National Academy of Music. Star is Gergely Szokolai, a master’s student in accordion, joined by cellist Ksymena Slusarczyk, also at master’s level. Serious classical harmonica music is scarce in Hungary – this whisks you to new worlds beyond the usual. Uplifting and fresh, it’s open to all and free.
Star Talks and Global Vibes
May 15 brings Választásaim? – beszélgetés Schell Judittal (My Choices? – Chat with Judit Schell). Life’s all about decisions – ours or others’? Real free will or illusion on a predestined path? Dive into these with Jászai Mari Prize-winning, Meritorious Artist Judit Schell. She shares insights on her Debrecen roots, family, motherhood, theater, film, backstage secrets, calling, femininity, inner journeys, and her new solo show. Bonus: her latest hobby revealed, with a mini-exhibit of results onsite. Ends with a phone game for attendees. Host: Ámi Murányi. Tickets: $8.
May 16 explores Két világ között Amrita Sher-Gil öröksége (Between Two Worlds: Amrita Sher-Gil’s Legacy). India meets Hungary via this extraordinary life – art, stories, and vibes blend in a cultural trip.
More April-May Highlights
Don’t miss April 19’s Lengyel Tamás ÚJ vígjátéka – Segítség, Építkezem! (Lengyel Tamás New Comedy – Help, I’m Building!). April 23 has Az emberiség utolsó 75 éve – Dr. Budai Lorina (Humanity’s Last 75 Years – Dr. Lorina Budai). May 7 features Berecz András – Fel a medvére, a fa nem játék! (Berecz András – Up the Bear, the Tree Ain’t Play!). Regular classes run April 13-17, 20-24, 27-May 1; May 4-8, 11-15, 18-22, 25-29.
Summer and Beyond
June 6: Vagabond Korzó. July 6-10: Bricks Challenge kis mérnökök motorizált építőkocka tábora (Little Engineers Motorized Building Block Camp). November 21: Disznóvágás és bál (Pig Slaughter and Ball).
Organizers reserve the right to tweak dates and programs!
