Celebrate New Year Market Weekend at Szántódpuszta: fresh local produce, handmade crafts, vintage finds, coffee, and community vibes in Szántód, Jan 3–4, 2026. Year-round market tradition awaits.
when: 2026.01.03., Saturday - 2026.01.04., Sunday
where: 8622 Szántód, Szántódpusztai Majorság
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The historic market square of Szántódpuszta has buzzed with trade and community for centuries. Between Zamárdi and Szántód, along Route 7, the open-air skanzen (open-air museum) hosts the region’s only permanent market, open year-round on Saturdays, Sundays, and fair days. Producers, artisans, vintage sellers, and traders gather in one place, with quality, tradition, and community at the core.
2026 Programs
Closed between the holidays, the market returns in January 2026 with a festive kick-off.
New Year Market Weekend
January 3–4, 2026 brings pure New Year market vibes to Szántódpuszta’s community space, where the year-round market springs to life. Expect fresh local goods, handmade creations, and vintage treasures to set the tone for the first days of the year. It’s the perfect spot to pick up the year’s first treats and gifts—or just soak up the atmosphere with chats, coffee, tea, and tasty bites.
New Year Market in Szántód!
2026.01.03 – 2026.01.04
Venue: Szántódpusztai Majorság (Szántódpuszta Manor), 8622 Szántód
2025, adrienne
Pros
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Family-friendly vibe with an open-air setting, casual eats, and plenty to browse without pressure
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Easy low-key way to experience Hungarian traditions and local producers without a big tourist crowd
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Szántód/Szántódpuszta sits by Lake Balaton, a well-known Hungarian getaway that many international travelers have heard of
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No Hungarian required—vendors at markets near Balaton often manage basic English, and pointing/cash works fine
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Simple access: right off Route 7 by car with ample signage; parking is typically straightforward
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Public transport is doable: trains/buses to Zamárdi/Szántód then a short taxi or local bus ride to the manor
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Compared with New Year markets elsewhere, it’s more authentic and less commercial than big-city European holiday markets
- Not a globally famous event—don’t expect the spectacle of Vienna, Prague, or Budapest’s main Christmas/New Year fairs
Cons
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Limited winter hours/scale: smaller than summer Balaton events, so plan for a short visit rather than a full-day program
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English info on-site may be sparse; menus/signage can be Hungarian-first
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Early January weather at Lake Balaton can be cold and windy, making an outdoor market less comfy without warm gear
