The Carrot-Cooking Festival (Répafőző Fesztivál) lands in Miklósfa on April 18, 2026, promising carrot-packed bites, live shows, a craft market, and a well-stocked bar. Headliner: stand-up star Dénes Benkő. Venue: 8800 Nagykanizsa, Miklósfa, Chapel Square (Kápolna tér) 20. Note: the listing currently has NO CONFIRMED DATE on the portal, so details may be outdated. For up-to-date information, reach out via email. Organizers reserve the right to change the schedule.
What’s Happening
One of the region’s favorite gastro-cultural events blends flavors with community buzz. Local performers set the mood throughout the afternoon, capped by a nationally known comedian. Don’t miss the Kerekrépa tasting, showcasing the area’s signature round, turnip-style carrot dishes.
Program – April 18, 2026
Gates open: 3:00 PM
Stage schedule:
3:45 PM: Official opening
4:00 PM: Miklósfa Sirens (Miklósfai Szirének) perform
4:30 PM: Performance by Class 5.B of Miklósfa Primary School
5:00 PM: Results of the high-stakes cooking contest
5:30 PM: Szikrák Dance Ensemble showcase
6:00 PM: Dénes Benkő’s comedy set to close the day with laughs
The Cooking Contest
Think you’re the master of kerekrépa? Enter in three categories:
– Traditional one-pot carrot dish (made with pickled carrot)
– Creative dishes made with carrot
– Carrot strudel and other carrot desserts
Key info for entrants: submit finished dishes on festival day between 11:00 AM and 2:00 PM (one portion per category).
Eat, Browse, Laugh
Sample local specialties, shop the craft fair, sip at the bar, and share the laughs with Dénes Benkő. Results count: 8 entries listed so far.
