Festivals and events take over Nagykanizsa throughout 2025 and early 2026, offering an impressively eclectic line-up for locals and tourists. The calendar is packed with culture, music, food, traditions, and some unexpected twists.
Cultural Must-Sees and Theatre Nights
Big theatre moments include Marc Camoletti’s comedy “Six in Their Pajamas” (“Hatan Pizsamában” in Hungarian) and Magda Szabó’s iconic “Abigail” (“Abigél”) at the Sándor Hevesi Cultural Center (Hevesi Sándor Művelődési Központ) in January. The unique show “Carnival of the Animals – Different” (“Állatok Farsangja Másképp”) lands in February. For drama fans, “Glass Wall” (“Üvegfal”) takes the stage, featuring Dorka Gryllus and Kornél Simon.
Music, Concerts, and Candlelight Magic
JazzKanizsa grooves in November, followed closely by concerts like “What Am I Worth Without Music?” (“Zene nélkül mit érek én”) honoring Zsuzsa Cserháti and Péter Máté. The city gets into the holiday spirit with Sisi’s Christmas (“Sisi Karácsonya”) and Adrienn Szekeres’s Advent Concert. Góbé joins the Nagykanizsa City Choir for a gospel-infused evening. If you’re enchanted by soundtracks, experience Harry Potter, Bridgerton, Ennio Morricone, and Vivaldi’s Four Seasons by candlelight—tickets range from $34 to $40.
Talks, Festivals, and Something for Everyone
Curious minds can attend the “Blue Zones and the Secrets of Long Life” lecture series or catch adventurer Roland Markó’s tales from Sulawesi and Easter Island. There’s comedy with Zoltán Kőhalmi (tickets $26–$30), and the city goes all out with the first-ever Kultúr-kocsmatúra (Culture Pub Crawl).
Organizers reserve the right to change dates and programs, so watch for updates and don’t miss out!
