Pécs, the lively university city at the foot of the Mecsek Mountains and the cultural heart of Baranya County, packs its winter weeks with theater, comedy, concerts, and a glowing outdoor wonderland. Founded by the Romans as Sopianae in the early 2nd century, the city blends German, Croatian, and Hungarian heritage, flaunts UNESCO World Heritage sites and striking Ottoman-era architecture, and keeps its creative pulse high with a constant stream of programs for all ages. Here’s what to catch from mid-January through February 2026 across multiple venues in the 7600 district—bring friends, kids, or a date and dive in.
Headline Act: Enchanted Forest of Lights
The Zsolnay Cultural Quarter transforms for the first time into a magical light park, the Winter Light Grove (Téli Fényliget), dazzling visitors with immersive illuminations, playful pathways, and atmospheric installations. It’s tailor-made for family outings, romantic walks, and meetups with friends—basically a memory-maker for everyone. The Enchanted Forest (Elvarázsolt Erdeje) lights up the Quarter January 16–22, then again January 23–29, extending the glow across two weeks in Pécs.
Comedy, Musicals, and Stand-up
On January 17, Naked Truth (Meztelen Igazság), a musical comedy, takes over the Lauber Dezső City Sports Hall (Lauber Dezső Városi Sportcsarnok). Tickets start at about $22.30 and go up to $36.40.
January 19 brings Marble Liqueur / Terrio – humor and amour in two acts (Márványlikőr / Terrio – humor és ámor két felvonásban) to Pécs Third Theater (Pécsi Harmadik Színház), fixed-price at about $19.80, with an encore on February 22 at the same price.
February 13: HARSÁNYI 50 – stand-up and music (stand up & zene) hits Pécs Third Theater, tickets around $15.90.
January 29 features EGO – Dániel Mogács’s solo night at Dumaszínház, Zsolnay Quarter E78 (Zsolnay Negyed E78), with Viktor Feiszt on mic check. Tickets range roughly $20.00–$22.00.
February 18: Marika for Prezident specziell – Nóra Rainer-Micsinyei’s solo evening at the same Dumaszínház venue, tickets about $21.30–$23.00.
Stage Highlights at Pécs Third Theater
January 23: Good Luck (Jószerencsét) keeps the winter nights lively, tickets around $18.30.
January 24 and February 6: The Wall Gives Back – or Notary on the Upper Floor (A fal adja a másikat – avagy Közjegyző az emeleten), both nights at a steady ~$19.80.
February 14: Unread Message (Olvasatlan üzenet) by the Oberon Company (Oberon Társulat), Valentine’s Day special, priced near $17.00.
National Theatre and Weekly Roundups
Pécs National Theatre (Pécsi Nemzeti Színház) delivers multiple runs: February 1–8, February 13–15, February 17–22, and February 24–28, with tickets between about $9.90 and $25.10. Expect a mix of classics, contemporary drama, and local favorites.
For a broader sweep, the city’s weekly program guides offer curated picks for families and kids, science and learning, arts, and gastronomy. Check-ins run January 12–18, January 19–25, January 26–February 1, February 2–8, February 9–15, February 16–22, and February 23–March 1. The Zsolnay Cultural Quarter posts its own weekly lineup, too—one-off shows, recurring programs, tours, temporary exhibitions, and permanent options across the same date ranges. Warm welcomes guaranteed.
Music by Candlelight
January 29 at PKK Apáczai Cultural Center (PKK Apáczai Művelődési Ház): Vivaldi – The Four Seasons: Candlelight Concert (VIVALDI A NÉGY ÉVSZAK – GYERTYAFÉNYES KONCERT). Intimate strings, golden glow, winter mood set.
February 11: Harry Potter music by candlelight (Harry Potter zenéje gyertyafényben) at the same venue, tickets roughly $36.40–$42.00.
February 25: Bridgerton music by candlelight (BRIDGERTONI ZENE GYERTYAFÉNYNÉL), again at PKK Apáczai, in the same price bracket as Potter—about $36.40–$42.00.
Big-Stage Pop Culture
February 21: ABBA – The Happy New Year Concert Show at Kultik Cinema (Kultik Mozi), tickets around $13.80. Expect singalongs and sequins to brighten late winter.
January 31: Menopause Tour (Menopauza turné) storms the Lauber Dezső City Sports Hall with raucous comedy and music, tickets landing between about $39.00 and $55.70.
Brewery Tours and Tastings
Every Saturday is beer day at Hungary’s oldest continuously operating brewery. The Pécs Brewery (Pécsi Sörfőzde) opens its doors for an immersive factory tour where you’ll learn the craft of brewing and sample special releases. Dates include January 17, 24, and 31; February 7, 14, 21, and 28. The program runs in Pécs and is perfect for curious drinkers and history-minded travelers.
Plan Your Cultural Circuit
The Zsolnay Cultural Quarter anchors much of the season’s energy—from the Enchanted Forest of Lights to comedy nights and guided exhibitions. Pair a light-filled evening with a candlelit concert at PKK Apáczai, then wrap the weekend with a brewery tour and a play at Pécs Third Theater. Add a National Theatre performance midweek, and you’ve got a packed, cozy itinerary that shows Pécs at its winter best.
Whether you’re here for UNESCO-listed heritage or just to chase glow and good vibes, the city’s January–February calendar is stacked: lights that make you linger, stages that make you laugh, strings that sweep you away, and beers that tell a story. Pécs keeps the nights warm.
