Pécs’s Zsolnay Cultural Quarter (Zsolnay Negyed), the massive highlight from the 2010 European Capital of Culture project, has evolved into the city’s top spot for art, culture, and chill vibes. Running from Thursday, February 19, to Sunday, March 29, 2026, at 7625 Pécs, Zsolnay Negyed, this lineup packs concerts, shows, workshops, and more across its stunning venues. Whether you’re into jazz, theater, comedy, or family talks, there’s something for everyone every week—grab tickets before they vanish.
Senior Savings and Workshops
From February 19 to March 29, seniors score big with “Two for Half Price” days—50% off if at least two retirees visit any two attractions like the Golden Age of Zsolnay (Gyugyi Collection), Zsolnay Family and Factory History Exhibit, Pink Zsolnay Exhibit, Zsolnay Mausoleum, Live Manufactory, Lab Interactive Magic Space, Planetarium, m21 Gallery, or 1861 Glove Manufactory. Cannot be combined with other deals. On March 29, dive into silk painting workshops using the Turkish ebru technique for hand fans, silk scarves, and textiles. March 28 brings Eszter Ónodi performing “Burn Out Baby – The Six Rules of Effective Leadership” (written by Gergely Litkai) at Dumaszínház in E78—tickets from $19 to $23.
March Madness
March 19-29 features Pécs National Theatre shows from $9 to $32. Weekly Pécs and Zsolnay program guides are available March 23-29 and March 30-April 5. Senior discounts repeat March 26-29. Catch “Discover the Pécs Brewery!” beer tasting tours every Saturday, like March 28. March 30 rocks with LORD OF THE DANCE 30th anniversary tour, plus more theater. March 31 hosts “Love Garden – Love Language Lessons for Families.”
April Antics
April 1-12 and 14-26 feature Pécs National Theatre shows from $9 to $32. Brewery tours run on Saturdays like April 4, 11, 18, 25. April 2: Edina Pottyondi’s “Demons and Hormones.” Weekly guides: April 6-12. April 7: Claudia Liptai’s solo “Clauságok.” April 8: ROCKBALLADÁK GYERTYAFÉNYBEN (Rock Ballads by Candlelight). April 11: Radnóti Theater’s “Kosztolányi – Bálint András Evening.” April 12: “Secret – An Evening with Danny Blue.” April 14: Zsolnay Theater’s Jon Fosse: Reggel és este (Morning and Evening). Weekly guides: April 13-19 and 20-26. April 16: Metronóm Jazz Klub with Márton Juhász – Skylark Quartet. April 19: Co Lee Live Band. April 20: Noémi Orvos-Tóth on “How to Break Inherited Family Patterns.” April 25-26: Festival and Night of Architecture.
May Highlights
Weekly guides: May 4-10, 11-17, 18-24, 25-31. Brewery tours on Saturdays: May 2, 9, 16, 23, 30. May 7: Tvrtko’s Chernobyl 40 exclusive—sold out at $21! May 8: Kollár-Klemencz Chamber Orchestra album launch “The Girls Don’t Cry.” May 9: Freddie’s “Soul Diver Inner Fire” at $27. May 13: Ibolya Görög’s “HURRÁ – NYARALUNK! (Yay – We’re Vacationing!)” at $15. May 14: Metronóm Jazz with Boggie – Apoteózis. May 22: Michael Cooney’s “Nicsak, ki lakik itt?! (Well, Who’s Living Here?!)” from $24 to $27.
June Jams and Beyond
June guides: June 1-7, 8-14, 15-21, 22-28, 29-July 5. Brewery tours: June 6, 13, 20, 27. June 6 also features the Lázár Brothers—actual brothers Domokos and Ágoston from the Esti Kornél and Pegazusok nem léteznek bands—blending melancholy, humor, dark and light sides of life in pure, simple tunes. June 18: Metronóm Jazz with János Egri 60. July brewery tours: July 4, 11; guides: July 6-12, 13-19. July 16: Metronóm Jazz Oláh Dezső Trió – “Intermezzo.” August 13: Metronóm Fusio Group – New Visions. September 24: Gergely Rákász – MOZART from $16 to $22. November 5: “Next Year with You Same Place!” at $16. November 16: QUEEN Symphonic Live from $26 to $40. November 18: Another Tvrtko Chernobyl 40 exclusive at $21. Total: 47 events!
Stay in Style
Stay at Adele Boutique Hotel, a 4-star gem in a protected 19th-century building smack in the historic center of Pécs—rooms and apartments mix vintage and modern luxury. Cozy 4-person apartments and guest rooms await. Up on Havihegy above Pécs, Bagolyvár boasts fresh air, healthy vibes, a room decorated with 19 elements of Hungarian folk art, and six wine-themed suites echoing famous Hungarian varietals. Guests relax in quiet surroundings with epic Pécs panoramas from Bagolyvár.
