Szarvas is gearing up for another packed year of fun in 2026, from April 6 (Monday) to December, across multiple venues in this charming Hungarian town (postcode 5540). Expect a mix of cultural events, festivals, and family-friendly happenings that make the most of the town’s iconic waterfront and natural spots. Whether you’re after laughs, theater magic, or market bargains, Szarvas delivers year-round vibes perfect for a getaway filled with memorable experiences.
April Highlights
Kick off with the weekly program guides covering April 6-12, 13-19, 20-26, and 27-May 3. These calendars pack daily events in town and nearby. On April 11, dive into the End-of-Season Pork Knuckle and Trotter Cooking and Grilling Festival and Competition â a meat lover’s dream. That same day, hit the Szarvas Flea Market for deals. Catch comedian Musimbe DĂĄvid Dennis in “Ezt benĂ©ztem!” (I Missed This!), hosted by Ress AbigĂ©l, at DumaszĂnhĂĄz in Cervinus Teatrum on April 16 â tickets from $18.
Summer Theater Magic at Szarvas Water Theater
The Szarvasi VĂzi SzĂnhĂĄz (Szarvas Water Theater) hosts a stellar lineup from June. June 14 brings “Azok a boldog szĂ©p napok – FrĂ©di Ă©s Lina ĂĄlma” (Those Happy Beautiful Days – FrĂ©di and Lina’s Dream), $21-$28. Kids’ favorite “HamupipĆke” (Cinderella) on June 17 and “Babszem JankĂł” (Jack and the Beanstalk) on June 24, both $6-$13. “AranytĂł” (Golden Lake) June 18, $13-$20. Adults get “Meztelen igazsĂĄg” (Naked Truth) June 19 and “Add kölcsön a felesĂ©ged!” (Lend Me Your Wife!) June 20, $23-$30 each.
June 25: Best of HungĂĄria concert, $23-$30. “Ănekelj velem – Gatz Ăva Ă©s Hoffmann RichĂĄrd estje” (Sing With Me – Gatz Ăva and Hoffmann RichĂĄrd Evening) June 26, $11. “Chioggiai csetepatĂ©” (The Chioggia Squabbles) June 28, $17-$24. July 1: “VigyĂĄzat, a tetĆn angyalok jĂĄrnak!” (Beware, Angels Walk on the Roof!), $6-$13. Epic “Monte Cristo grĂłfja” (The Count of Monte Cristo) July 3-4, $39-$46. “CsodĂĄlatos Andersen” (Wonderful Andersen) July 8, $6-$13. “Play KrĂșdy!” July 9, $8-$15.
Flea markets pop up July 16, September 16, October 10, November 14, and December 12. Back to theater: “Anconai szerelmesek” (The Lovers of Ancona) July 24, $28-$34; “A kaktusz virĂĄga” (Cactus Flower) July 25, $17-$24; “Szeress, ha bĂrsz!” (Love If You Can!) July 26, $23-$30; “ĂlommanĂłk” (Dream Elves) July 29, $6-$13; “KölcsönlakĂĄs” (Borrowed Apartment) July 31, $23-$30.
August heats up: “HĂĄzasPĂRbajok” (Married Couple Troubles) Aug. 1, $13-$20; “MIRAZs-ĂröksĂ©g” Aug. 4, $21-$28; “A dzsungel könyve” (The Jungle Book) Aug. 5, $6-$13; “CsĂĄrdĂĄskirĂĄlynĆ” (Queen of the Csardas) Aug. 6, $23-$30; “NyuszikĂĄm, ĂĄrtatlan vagyok!” (Bunny, I’m Innocent!) Aug. 7, $26-$33. Flea market Aug. 8, plus “Mici nĂ©ni kĂ©t Ă©lete” (Aunt Mici’s Two Lives), $21-$28. “Furfangos mese” (Clever Fairy Tale) Aug. 12, $6-$13; “Csengetett, Mylord?” (Did You Ring, My Lord?) Aug. 13, $23-$30; “Nyolc nĆ” (Eight Women) Aug. 14, $21-$28; “SpanyolHĂĄtha (HĆguta)” (Spanish Maybe – Heatstroke) Aug. 15, $23-$30. “Funny Money – Rossz PĂ©nz Nem VĂ©sz El” (Funny Money – Bad Money Doesn’t Disappear) Aug. 22, $26-$33; “Az ĂĄllamtitkĂĄr asszony fĂ©lrelĂ©p” (The State Secretary’s Wife Steps Out) Aug. 23, $26-$33; “Musical Show – az OperettszĂnhĂĄz csillagai” (Musical Show – Stars of the Operetta Theater) Aug. 24, $17-$24.
Fall and Winter Festivities
Körös Festival on Aug. 29 features comedian DombĂłvĂĄri IstvĂĄn in “Deszeretlek” (I Love You), hosted by Bellus IstvĂĄn. The 28th Szarvas Plum Days run Sept. 11-13 â a plum paradise!
Family and Nature Perks
The Körösvölgyi Visitor Center and Zoo is perfect for forest school programs for all ages, with professional help on-site. Stay at AranymĂ©nes Guesthouse in the peaceful Körös Valley, next to the world-famous Arboretum. This 1846-built, 155-year-old original farmstead (gardener’s house back then) got a loving renovation while keeping Alföld folk architecture, a reed roof, 8 guest rooms, an ethnography museum room, and antique furnishings â a local gem.
Or try Aranyszarvas PanziĂł, Restaurant, and Grill Terrace, right by Hungary’s largest arboretum with stunning Dead Körös views. Dog-friendly and ideal for families, couples, hikers, or groups seeking chill nature vibes â no leaving the pup behind! Accommodation, food, and drink options abound. Check weekly guides for full details.
