The Zsolnay Cultural Quarter (Zsolnay Negyed) in Pécs stands as the biggest project from the Pécs 2010 European Capital of Culture initiative. Today, it’s the top spot for art, culture, and leisure in the city and surrounding area, drawing crowds to its vibrant scene at 7625 Pécs, Zsolnay Quarter (Zsolnay Negyed).
April 2026 Kickoff
Kick things off on April 2 with “A Zsolnay Mauzóleum titkai” (Secrets of the Zsolnay Mausoleum) with P. Horváth Tamás, plus “Űrhajónk a Föld” (Our Spaceship Earth), a 45-minute show perfect for ages 6-12 but great for older kids too. That day also features Pottyondi Edina’s “Démonok és hormonok” (Demons and Hormones) and a spring break day packed with museum education programs, planetarium shows, crafts, games in the Labor-Interaktív Varázstér (LABOR Interactive Magic Space), and playground fun for 6-12-year-olds. On April 3, dive into “Zsolnay rózsaszínben” (Zsolnay in Pink), a guided tour of the Pink Zsolnay exhibit. April 4 brings craft puppet-making and “Mázba zárt mesék” (Tales Sealed in Glaze), museum pedagogy for preschoolers and 1st-2nd graders. “Milyen a te mandalád?” (What’s Your Mandala?) hits April 5, same day as another mausoleum secrets tour. Easter Monday, April 6, turns into Zsolnay Easter 2026 with all-day family programs, a walk “A Zsolnayak léptei nyomában” (In the Footsteps of the Zsolnays) through their old home, and more glazed tales.
Mid-April Vibes
April 7 spotlights “Clauságok – Liptai Claudia Önálló Este” (Claus Stories – Liptai Claudia’s Solo Evening). Pink Zsolnay tours return April 7 and 11, with April 8’s “Varázsóra – Ütköző golyóktól az ütköző atomokig” (Magic Hour – From Colliding Balls to Colliding Atoms). Spaceship Earth and mausoleum secrets pop up April 9. Footsteps walk on April 10. April 11 also has an “Irodalmi séta a Zsolnay Negyedben” (Literary Walk in the Zsolnay Quarter), strolling the sunny park amid historic buildings and blooming trees. Catch Radnóti Színház’s “Kosztolányi – Bálint András estje” (Kosztolányi – Bálint András Evening) on April 12, “Titok – Egy este Danny Blue-val” (Secret – An Evening with Danny Blue) April 14, and Zsolnay Színház’s “Jon Fosse: Reggel és este” (Jon Fosse: Morning and Evening) April 16. Jazz fans: Metronóm Jazz Klub presents Juhász Márton – Skylark Quartet April 16, with family day “Kortársék – Szipál Workshop” April 18 and Co Lee Live Band April 19. Mandalas return April 19, followed by Orvos-Tóth Noémi’s “Hogyan törjük meg az örökölt családi mintákat?” (How to Break Inherited Family Patterns?) April 20, and Beleznay Endre’s stand-up “Na végre!” (Finally!) April 22. Magic Hour atoms collide again April 25.
May and Beyond
May 7 is set to sell out with Tvrtko’s “Csernobil 40” (Chernobyl 40, exclusive) at $21. Kollár-Klemencz Kamarazenekar debuts its album “A lányok nem sírnak” (Girls Don’t Cry) May 8. Görög Ibolya’s “HURRÁ – NYARALUNK!” (Hooray – We’re on Vacation!) May 13 at $15, Metronóm Jazz Klub’s Boggie – Apoteózis May 14, Boogie Show May 15. City Kids’ Day May 31. June 6 brings Városi Gyereknap (City Children’s Day) and Lázár tesók (Lázár Brothers), the real-life brothers from Esti Kornél and Pegazusok nem léteznek bands, blending melancholy, humor, sorrow, and joy in raw, honest tunes. Tvrtko’s Chernobyl encore November 18 at $21.
Weekly Picks and Extras
Weekly Zsolnay Quarter (Zsolnay Negyed) and Pécs program recommendations (programajánlók) run throughout: March 30-April 5, April 6-12/13-19/20-26/27-May 3, May 4-10/11-17/18-24/25-31, June 1-7/8-14/15-21/22-28/29-July 5, July 6-12/13-19, etc. Easter Produce and Craft Market on Kossuth Square April 1-3, Pécsi Nemzeti Színház shows April 1-12/14-26/28-30 at $10-$33. Dino Park during Easter break April 2-12, Veteran Vehicle Exhibit April 3, Pécsi Sörfőzde beer tours every Saturday (April 4/11/18/25, May 2/9/16/23/30, June 6/13/20/27, July 4/11). Rock Ballads by Candlelight April 8, Architecture Festival and Night April 25-26. Freddie’s “LÉLEKBÚVÁR Belső tűz” (Soul Diver Inner Fire) May 9 at $27, Michael Cooney’s “Nicsak, ki lakik itt?!” (Hey, Who’s Living Here?!) May 22 at $24-$27. Later: Rákász Gergely – Mozart Sept 24 at $16-$22, Jövőre Veled ugyanitt! (Next Year, Same Time, Same Place!) Nov 5 at $16, QUEEN Symphonic Live Nov 16 at $27-$40. Metronóm Jazz: Egri János 60 June 18, Oláh Dezső Trió – „Intermezzo” July 16, Fusio Group – New Visions Aug 13.
47 events total. Organizers reserve the right to change dates and programs!
