Head to Simontornya Castle at Vár tér 10, 7081 Simontornya, for a packed 2026 schedule from March 25 (Wednesday) through June 26 (Friday), spilling into December with cultural feasts, gastronomic treats, theater shows, fun programs, historical events, exhibitions, family outings, and holiday celebrations. This historic gem and its Castle Museum promise year-round entertainment that draws crowds to the town’s ancient walls. Dive into talks, quizzes, runs, tours, and immersive displays that bring the past alive in exciting ways.
Lecture Series: Dive into Castle History
Every other Monday, kicking off on April 6 at 8 p.m., features our recurring lecture series focused on Simontornya Castle’s history from multiple angles. Short talks spark discussions where everyone chimes in with opinions. We aim to rethink local history by involving enthusiasts. Love history or just dipping your toes? Big fans or casual history buffs craving evening chats? All welcome at the castle—join the fun!
Friday Evening Trivia Nights
Restarting on March 27, then April 10 and 24, May 8 and 22, June 12 and 26: the “Friday Evening ‘Do You Know?'” (“Péntek esti tudod-e?”) quiz series returns! Teams of at least three pit their knowledge against each other at the castle every two weeks, covering rotating topics. Regulars rack up points on a leaderboard for the ultimate champion; one-time visitors get per-night winners. Free entry for kids and adults alike—bring your brain!
Major Highlights
Catch the 14th Simontornya Castle Day (XIV. Simontornyai Várnap) on May 15-16. Gear up for the Sió Hegyhát Tour (Sió Hegyhát Túra) on April 25 at 8 a.m.: four routes (about 4.7, 15.5, 21.7, and 37.3 miles) across the Transdanubian Hills (Dunántúli-dombság), tracing ancient trade paths, starting and ending at Simontornya Castle. Then the Castle to Castle Run (Vártól várig futás) on Saturday, May 30, at 8 a.m., from Simontornya to Ozora Castle—run through history!
Permanent Exhibitions
Explore the Local History House (Helytörténet Háza) and Legacy Gallery in an 18th-century building, open since July 2, 2006. Ground floor: tannery memories, the Fried family’s leather legacy, locals in the 1848/49 freedom fight, ties to WWI and WWII, the 1956 revolution, Holocaust victims, stories of Dr. István Kiss and the Pillich family, and school history. Upstairs: works by sculptors Jenő Grantner and Kristóf Kelemen, the memorial room/studio of Tamás Reisz, and old liturgical vestments. Plus, painter Arany Bazsonyi’s Noble Ancestral Galleries in Tolna County (Nemesi ősgalériák Tolna megyében).
Opening Hours in 2026
Mondays: closed. April 1–September 30: Tue–Sun 10 a.m.–5 p.m. October 1–March 31: Tue–Sun 10 a.m.–4 p.m. Don’t miss out—Simontornya awaits!
