Miskolc’s calendar comes out swinging in early 2026 with a packed lineup of theater, concerts, festivals, family shows, and winter markets across the city’s main venues, from the House of Arts (Művészetek Háza) and the Miskolc National Theater to Generali Arena and the beloved Csodamalom Puppet Theater (Csodamalom Bábszínház). The program stretches from January into summer, with highlights for classical lovers, comedy fans, and families, plus reasons to stick around and explore Tapolca’s Cave Bath (barlangfürdő) and the timeless charm of Lillafüred.
January: Curtain Up All Over Town
January 6–10, the Miskolc National Theater stages a run of performances citywide, with tickets ranging from $0 to $18.20. On January 7, Veres 1 Theater (Veres 1 Színház) brings Steel Magnolias (Acélmagnóliák) to the House of Arts, followed by Robert Harling’s Steel Magnolias the same day, priced $19.30–$22.10.
January 8 opens the year musically: The Original Golden Voices of Gospel headline a New Year’s Joy Concert (Újév köszöntő örömkoncert) at the House of Arts. Families can catch Kerekecske at Csodamalom Puppet Theater the same day for $3.40.
January 9–10, the New Year’s Concert with the Miskolc Symphony Orchestra graces the Miskolc National Theater, tickets $16.00–$20.30. On January 10, little ones get The Little Rooster’s Diamond Halfpenny (A kiskakas gyémánt félkrajcárja) at Csodamalom for $5.60, and skiers can hunt deals at a city Ski Exchange (Síbörze).
Classics, Comedy, and Dance
January 14, Tchaikovsky’s The Nutcracker (A Diótörő) sweeps into Generali Arena with tickets $28.80–$39.20. Csodamalom’s baby theater returns January 15 with Hali Hó, and The Little Rooster’s Diamond Halfpenny repeats January 17 for $5.60.
January 18, stand-up lands with László Lakatos’s I’ve Arrived (Megjöttem) at Dumaszínház in the House of Arts, $22.10–$24.70. Farce fans get Michael Cooney’s See How They Run (Nicsak, ki lakik itt?!) on January 20 at the House of Arts via Bánfalvy Stúdió, $20.30–$23.10.
January 21 spotlights József Wunderlich with Bálint Tárkány-Kovács and Tárkány Művek, tickets $16.00, while January 22 offers Star Jam (Csillaglekvár), a live, pulsing literature-and-music dialogue, $14.90. Also January 22, Kipp, kopp… baby theater at Csodamalom is $3.40.
Operetta, Musicals, and Candlelight
January 24 pours vintage sparkle into Wine and Merriment – New Year’s Operetta Gala (Borban a vigasság – Újévi Operett Gála) at the House of Arts, with another Ski Exchange the same day. Csodamalom presents The Little Prince (A kis herceg) for $5.60.
January 25, Dave Simpson’s The Naked Truth (Meztelen igazság) hits the House of Arts at $23.90. January 27 brings Made in Hungária, a two-part musical, $19.30–$22.10, followed by Magda Szabó’s Abigail (Abigél) on January 28 via Bánfalvy Stúdió, $23.90–$26.70.
January 29 turns to science and wellness with Dr. Richárd Schwab on functional digestive diseases and the microbiome at the House of Arts, alongside Hurray, We’re Traveling! (Hurrá, utazunk!) baby theater at Csodamalom for $3.40. January 30, Imre Kálmán – Zsolt Meskó’s Ragged Life… (Te rongyos élet…) lights up the House of Arts, and January 31 repeats The Little Prince at Csodamalom ($5.60) before a candlelit Vivaldi: The Four Seasons – Candlelight Concert (VIVALDI A NÉGY ÉVSZAK – GYERTYAFÉNYES KONCERT) wraps the month at the House of Arts.
February: Swing, Farce, and Big Voices
February 1, Eric Chappell’s Heat Stroke (SpanyolHátha) arrives at the House of Arts, $23.10–$25.90. On February 6, Veres 1 Theater returns with American Comedy – Swing Musical (Amerikai komédia – szving musical). Another Ski Exchange follows February 8.
February 11, Levente Moravetz’s Notary Upstairs (Közjegyző az emeleten) plays at the House of Arts via Bánfalvy Stúdió, $21.60–$24.30. February 12 sharpens the wit with Barefaced Truth, or You’ve Got to Know How to Lie! (Szemenszedett igazság, avagy hazudni tudni kell!) at $21.60–$24.30.
Valentine’s weekend soars with Kökény 50 – Attila Kökény and Viktor Rakonczai in concert on February 14 at the House of Arts, $42.30. February 15, Péter Elek’s May I Be Honest? (Lehetek őszinte?) at Dumaszínház runs $17.30–$20.40, and February 18 brings Ray Cooney’s Run for Your Wife (Páratlan páros) via Bánfalvy Stúdió, $20.30–$23.10. February 28 closes with Tibor Buch and Friends – Carnival Gala Concert (Buch Tibor és barátai – Farsangi gálakoncert), $16.00–$18.70.
Spring Highlights and Summer Spark
March 5 delivers Riotous Comedy (Fergeteges komédia) at the House of Arts, $20.30–$23.10, and March 29 turns lush and nostalgic with Bridgerton Music by Candlelight (BRIDGERTON ZENÉJE GYERTYAFÉNYBEN), $35.60–$41.10. On May 4, Tvrtko’s exclusive talk Chernobyl 40 (Csernobil 40) explores the disaster’s legacy at $22.20. Summer lands big on June 20 with Magdi Rúzsa in concert at the Diósgyőr Castle, Knight’s Tournament Field (Diósgyőri vár, Lovagi Tornák Tere), tickets $25.30.
Stay and Soak: Tapolca and Lillafüred
Between shows, Miskolc’s nature and wellness scene beg for slow time. Lillafüred, the classic childhood getaway, is still a heart-stealer: Hungary’s tallest vertical waterfall, the neo-Renaissance lakeside palace on Lake Hámori, the flower-laced promenades around the Palotaszálló, and the terraced Hanging Garden feel cinematic in winter frost, spring bloom, summer green, or autumn blaze. Give yourself and your partner a breather, recharge in calm surroundings, and collect some one-of-a-kind memories.
In Tapolca, the legendary Cave Bath (barlangfürdő) is a 5–6 minute stroll from several guesthouses on Aradi Street, all offering newly refurbished, quiet rooms aimed at full relaxation. The Alfa Hotel & Wellness Center (Alfa Hotel & Wellness Központ) sits by the ancient park near the Cave Bath, mixing wellness comforts with a homely vibe and conference space if work tags along.
For a forest-luxe escape, Avalon Resort & Spa ***** Superior brings 31 outfitted rooms, two junior suites, two luxury suites, and 15 exclusive HONKA log houses, plus, since 2021, a 15-room Forest Design wing. Modern furnishings and curated details blend into a wood-focused design that keeps nature close and the mood serene.
Plan It
– Where: Miskolc, mainly the House of Arts (Művészetek Háza), Miskolc National Theater, Generali Arena, Csodamalom Puppet Theater (Csodamalom Bábszínház), Diósgyőr Castle grounds
– When: January–June 2026, with dense programming Jan–Mar
– Tickets: Sample ranges converted to USD; availability varies by show
– Extras: Ski Exchange dates across January and February for winter gear
Pack curiosity and an appetite. Miskolc’s 2026 season is a choose-your-own-adventure of stages, strings, jokes, candles, and hot mineral mist—plus a waterfall that keeps stealing the scene.
