Savor Győrvár’s 13th Vas County Gastronomy Festival and Butcher Contest—regional teams, live music, and traditional pork delicacies on February 14, 2026. Family-friendly culinary celebration at Event Square.
when: 2026.02.14., Saturday
where: 9821 Győrvár, Rendezvénytér
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The 13th Vas County Gastronomy Festival and Butcher Contest fires up Győrvár’s Event Square on February 14, 2026. Dozens of teams will show off everything they can craft from a freshly slaughtered fattened pig, turning tradition into a full-day spectacle of flavor and flair. Crews will roll in not just from the county but from beyond its borders, bringing regional twists and serious bragging rights.
All-Day Eats and Entertainment
Expect a parade of hearty bites and rustic specialties served nonstop, paired with live shows on stage. Cultural groups and party bands will keep the mood lively from morning to evening, making it as much a community celebration as a culinary showdown.
Where and When
Date: Saturday, 02/14/2026
Location: 9821 Győrvár, Event Square (Rendezvénytér)
Note: Image for illustration. Source: Pixabay.com
Heads-Up
Organizers reserve the right to change the schedule and timing.
2025, adrienne
Pros
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Family-friendly vibe with music, cultural groups, and a festive square that keeps kids entertained between tastings
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Big, hearty food portions and nonstop bites—great if you want to sample traditional Hungarian pork dishes all day
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Unique butcher contest gives you a front-row look at regional traditions you won’t often see in the U.S.
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Date is mid-February, so it’s a cool off-season reason to visit rural Hungary without big-city crowds
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International teams add variety, so you’ll taste different regional takes, not just one style
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No Hungarian needed to enjoy the food and music—point-and-pay works fine, and locals are used to visitors
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Easy to drive: Győrvár is reachable by car from Budapest or Vienna, with straightforward country roads
- Győrvár isn’t a famous town abroad, so planning transport and lodging takes extra research
Cons
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Public transport from Budapest or Vienna can be slow with transfers; renting a car is simpler
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The theme is pork-heavy; not ideal for vegetarians, kosher/halal, or picky eaters
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Compared to big-name European food festivals (e.g., Italy’s Alba truffle fair or Spain’s jamón events), it’s more low-key and rustic, with fewer English-language amenities
