Discover 15,000+ discounted and “imperfect” books at Szombathely Market’s Small Hall. Fresh stock each event, card payments accepted, from $0.27. Perfect for readers and families on a budget.
when: 2026.01.25., Sunday
where: 9700 Szombathely, Hunyadi út 5-7.
Alexandra Publishing’s discounted and “imperfect” book fair rolls into Szombathely multiple times in 2026, kicking off on Sunday, January 25, from 10:00 to 17:00 at the Small Hall of the Szombathely Market (Szombathelyi Piac Kiscsarnoka), 5 Hunyadi János Road (Hunyadi János út 5). Expect a constantly changing selection, so even repeat visitors will find almost entirely fresh stock. Prices are wild: more than 15,000 different titles start at about $0.27. And it’s not just cosmetically flawed copies—there will be plenty of pristine, discounted editions too.
When and where
The sale opens at 10:00 and runs while supplies last, but no later than 17:00. Card payments are accepted on-site. Venue: Small Hall of the Szombathely Market (Szombathelyi Piac Kiscsarnoka), 5–7 Hunyadi János Road (Hunyadi János út 5–7) (9700).
What to expect
Publishing means thousands of books pass through the warehouse, and some pick up minor dings—but the inside matters most, especially with books. Alongside the imperfect deals, visitors in Szombathely will find plenty of flawless, discounted releases across genres for every kind of reader.
Why go now
New arrivals are rotated in for each event, so there’s always something different to grab—perfect for restocking your reading pile without breaking the bank.
2025, adrienne
Pros
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Super budget-friendly—15,000+ titles with prices starting around 27 cents, so you can load up without guilt
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Family-friendly vibe: safe indoor market hall, short hours, lots of genres for kids and adults to browse together
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No Hungarian required to buy; card payments accepted, and browsing books is universal—even if many titles are in Hungarian, you’ll still find some English-language picks
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Easy to reach in town: the Szombathely Market Small Hall is central, reachable by local buses or a straightforward drive with nearby parking
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Low time commitment—open 10:00–17:00, so it’s an easy add-on to a day trip or a stop on a road itinerary
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Fresh stock each event, so repeat visits stay interesting if you’re passing through Western Hungary more than once
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A quirky, local experience you won’t see much in the U.S., where remainder sales exist but rarely this cheap or frequently refreshed
- Selection of English books may be limited compared to Hungarian titles, so U.S. visitors hunting English reads could leave light-handed
Cons
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Szombathely isn’t a headline international destination, so getting there often means a train/bus from Budapest or a car trip near the Austrian border
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It’s a simple book sale—not a big festival—so don’t expect programming, author talks, or major tourist amenities on-site
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Stock can sell out before 17:00, and “imperfect” copies vary, so the best deals may go early and condition can be hit-or-miss
