Discover rock-bottom book deals in Szombathely: 15,000+ titles from $0.28 at Alexandra Publishing Group’s promo fair, Jan 25, 2026, 10:00–17:00. Card payments accepted; fresh selection guaranteed.
when: 2026.01.25., Sunday
where: 9700 Szombathely, Hunyadi út 5-7.
Szombathely gets a fresh wave of discounted reads as the Alexandra Publishing Group rolls in with its cosmetically flawed and promo book fair on Sunday, January 25, 2026, from 10:00 to 17:00. The stock changes between events, so even return visitors can expect an almost entirely new selection—no risk of running out of reading material. One thing stays the same: the jaw-dropping prices.
When and Where
The sale takes place at the Szombathely Market Small Hall, 5 Hunyadi János Street (Hunyadi János út 5), 9700 Szombathely. Doors open at 10:00, and the event runs until stock lasts, but no later than 17:00. Card payment is accepted on site.
What to Expect
Over 15,000 different titles start at about $0.28, with plenty of undamaged, discounted editions alongside the cosmetically flawed ones. During the publishing process, some copies inevitably pick up minor defects, but the inside is what counts—especially with books. This tour stop brings a hefty batch of pristine bargains, too.
Need-to-Know
– Date: January 25, 2026 (Sunday)
– Time: 10:00–17:00 or while stock lasts
– Location: Szombathely Market Small Hall, 5 Hunyadi János Street (Hunyadi János út 5)
– Prices from roughly $0.28
– Bank cards accepted
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Pros
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Super budget-friendly book haul with prices starting around $0.28, so you can stock up without denting your travel budget
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Family-friendly vibe: easy indoor venue, short hours window, and browsing books is low-stress for kids and grandparents alike
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No Hungarian required if you’re just bargain-hunting—covers, ISBNs, and many titles may be recognizable; staff can usually handle basic English at checkout
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Easy to pay with a card, so no scrambling for forints
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Location is in a straightforward city venue (Market Small Hall), so it’s simple to find and pop in during a day trip
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Public transport within Hungarian cities is decent and parking in smaller cities like Szombathely is typically manageable, making it accessible by bus, train, or car
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Compared to similar “remainder” or warehouse book sales in the U.S., the prices here are often even lower, and the thrill-of-the-hunt is similar
- International name recognition is limited: Alexandra Publishing isn’t a global household name, so English-language selection may be hit-or-miss
Cons
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Szombathely isn’t as well-known to foreign visitors as Budapest, so it’s an extra detour for most U.S. tourists
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Hungarian-language dominance means most titles will likely be in Hungarian; English sections, if any, may be small
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It’s a one-day, fixed-hour event with stock that can vanish fast, so timing and expectations need to be flexible
