The Rocktober Fest is back for 2025, ready to fire up all rock lovers at Rock Café in Hajdúszoboszló (Hajdúszoboszló) from October 3rd to October 31st. Every night, the venue will echo with electrifying guitar riffs, heart-pounding drum solos, and the kind of energy that makes you forget how close the colder days really are.
Staying in the Heart of the Action
If you’re coming for the music, it only makes sense to stay close to everything. Hajdúszoboszló (Hajdúszoboszló) is a spa town famous for its thermal baths and laid-back green neighborhoods. One of the most popular places to stay is Hotel Friendship (Hotel Barátság) – the tallest building in town, with stunning panoramic views. The hotel boasts 117 double rooms, six junior suites, and eleven superior suites. After a night of headbanging, you can slip away to the hotel’s own bath and wellness center, which offers peak relaxation for all ages and makes a great meeting spot for groups and conferences alike.
Apartments and guesthouses are scattered within a five-minute walk of the town’s famous beach strand and healing baths. Many have separate entrances, and you’ll find options for two, four, or even five people—perfect for groups or families making Rocktober date night a tradition. Most places promise perfect peace and quiet—vital for sleeping in after late-night concerts—while still keeping you close to the action at the Rock Café or the revitalizing Spa Baths (Gyógyfürdő) and Peace Baths (Béke fürdő).
For visitors who want to be at the center of it all, apartments are available on Kölcsey (Kölcsey utca) and Major (Major utca) streets, just 110 to 220 yards from the city’s popular baths. With restaurants, markets, and grocery shops nearby, it’s easy to stock up for late-night snacks or hearty pre-show dinners.
If you’re looking for that classic, timeless vibe, the area’s guesthouses (panziós) have been welcoming visitors for generations. Many are just a stone’s throw from the airport, and less than 110 yards from the main beach strand and the wild slides of the new Extreme Waterslide Park. Alice Apartment (Alice Apartman) in Hajdúszoboszló is a cozy, family-run spot that opened in 2010. Set in a tranquil neighborhood, it’s ideal for those eager to combine the thrill of rock concerts with a spa holiday.
It doesn’t stop there—some apartment houses opened as recently as 2009, blending modern design with that soothing, small-town calm. You’re never far from the action here, with most accommodations within 165 yards of the bus station, making travel in and out a breeze. Many guesthouses are located on quiet cul-de-sacs with free courtyard parking. Common kitchens are standard, perfect for those with a taste for midnight pasta or morning coffee rituals. These guesthouses typically welcome travelers all year round.
Eats, Drinks, and Even Escapes
No festival is complete without first-class food and drinks. The U-Pub Bar is the go-to spot for anyone needing a break from the guitars. Here, you’ll find a massive drinks menu at prices that won’t break the bank. Want something a little extra? U-Pub isn’t just a bar—it’s Hajdúszoboszló’s all-in-one fun palace. You can challenge your friends to bowling, pool, darts, air hockey, table football, or even try to solve an escape room, all under one roof. If you’re celebrating, the staff can even organize private events tailored to your wildest wishes.
If you crave a more authentic taste of the Great Hungarian Plain (Alföld), make a stop at Oven Inn (Kemencés Csárda). This restaurant reimagines the old traditions of travelers’ inns that once lined Hungary’s rural highways. The menu is a blend of time-honored classics and new creations, served in a rustic setting designed to reflect the charm of centuries past. From hearty meats roasted in a traditional oven to fresh, local vegetables, your taste buds will rock out right alongside you.
Baths, Healing, and Rock-and-Roll Relaxation
Hajdúszoboszló (Hajdúszoboszló) isn’t just about the music. Known throughout Europe for its healing waters, the town’s famed medicinal bathing and drinking water cures are just steps from most festival accommodations. After a night at Rocktober, take a rejuvenating dip or try the drinking cure locals swear by—it’s said to lift more than just your spirits.
Whether you’re here for the music, the spas, or just the party atmosphere, Rocktober Fest 2025 promises a heady mix of rock, relaxation, and unforgettable nights. So grab your guitar (or just your ticket), pack your swim trunks, and get ready to rock both night and day in Hajdúszoboszló (Hajdúszoboszló)!
