On Sunday, February 22, 2026, Nagykőrös (Nagykoros) will open the fair season with the nationwide Frigyes Day animal and flea market at 1 Alsójárás Dűlő (Lot No. 0247). The event welcomes visitors in sunny, wintry weather, with promises of hot tea and fresh food along the food row. In good weather, the fair runs until 1–2 p.m. and attracts 5,000–25,000 visitors, depending on the date and the weather.
Animal Drive-In and Rules
Based on veterinary authorization, the following animals may be brought in: cattle, sheep, goats, poultry, pigs, and horses. By law, dogs, cats, and ferrets may not be sold. Animal vendors await buyers in designated areas: horses, cattle, pigs (goats, sheep), poultry, and small animals.
Gate Openings – for Early Birds
– Flea market: 4:30 a.m.
– Pig gate: 5:00 a.m.
– Cattle gate: 5:30 a.m.
– Horse market gate: 6:00 a.m.
Centuries-Old Privilege Lives On
The fair’s tradition dates back to December 1759, when, by the grace of Her Apostolic Majesty Maria Theresa, the loyal council and judge of Nagykőrös (Nagykoros) were granted market privileges. Since then, the heirs of the csikós horsemen, cowherds, swineherds, and shepherds have driven in livestock, oxen, and other cattle. Expected guests today still include practitioners of old guild crafts, merchants, and grill cooks. Minstrels, lutenists, comedians, fire-eaters, strolling players, and criers will arrive—all who can prove their craft with an authentic seal and pay the market toll in good faith.
Ten-Fair Season
Nagykőrös (Nagykoros) holds nationwide animal and flea markets ten times a year, with nearly 400 season-pass vendors and an exceptionally diverse range of goods. The Frigyes Day fair welcomes visitors on 02/22/2026 in Nagykőrös (Nagykoros), at 1 Alsójárás Dűlő. Dr. Szabolcs Czira, mayor of the market town of Nagykőrös (Nagykoros), greets arriving guests.
