Tata keeps the buzz going through 2025 and 2026 with a full slate of cultural and culinary programs. The “city of water” isn’t shy about scale: its festivals and events draw not just locals, but visitors from across Hungary and abroad. From March through late November, there’s every reason to swing by this nature-rich destination, then branch out to the hiking and excursion spots in and around town.
Spotlight: New Year’s, Music, and Laughs
2026.01.08 — Zoltán Mága’s New Year’s concert in Tata turns up the sparkle with a festive, highly visual, and emotional performance that blends classical and virtuosic pieces with lighter, heart-tugging works. The musical punch is boosted by the Budapest Primarius Chamber Symphony Orchestra (Budapesti Primarius Kamaraszimfonikus Zenekar) and the Budapest Gypsy Virtuosos (Budapesti Gipsy Virtuózok). A classy way for music lovers to kick off the year.
2026.01.14 — SzexEd: adults-only cabaret at Malom és Kacsa, Tata.
2026.01.22 — Deszeretlek, István Dombóvári’s solo show, hosted by István Bellus. Venue: Dumaszínház, Tata – Városi Sportcsarnok. Tickets: 9,890 HUF (about 27 USD).
2026.01.23 — Gábor Zacher: Mindennapi függőségeink (Our Everyday Addictions) at Pálma Rendezvényház, Tata.
2026.02.11 — Babylon Dossier – Andrea Fullajtár. A unique camp diary and the fight to publish it during the Kádár era. Venue: Malom és Kacsa, Tata.
2026.04.11 — Attila Sohonyai’s Literary Evening at Pálma Rendezvényház, Tata.
2026.04.26 — Rendezvous in Paris, or Happy Easter! (Randevú Párizsban, avagy Kellemes Húsvéti Ünnepeket!) at Magyary Zoltán Cultural Center (Magyary Zoltán Művelődési Központ), Tata. Tickets: 4,500–4,900 HUF (about 12–13 USD).
Game On: Outdoor Adventures
Kalandra fel! Játékos szabadtéri élményprogram Tatán — a playful outdoor mission that guides you through Tata’s most beautiful corners while you solve puzzles. Rolling dates:
– 2026.01.05–01.11
– 2026.01.12–01.18
– 2026.01.19–01.25
– 2026.01.26–02.01
– 2026.02.02–02.08
– 2026.02.09–02.15
– 2026.02.16–02.22
Summer Blockbusters
2026.06.05–06.07 — Tata Patara. The 18th Turkish-era Historical Festival lands June 5–7, a genuine time-travel experience at the foot of Tata Castle. The 1597 siege springs to life with battle reenactments based on real events, a feast for eyes and ears.
2026.06.26–06.28 — Water, Music, Flowers Festival (Víz, Zene, Virág Fesztivál). On land, on the water, and in the air: concerts, market bustle, funfair, kids’ and family programs, wine court, fireworks, exhibitions, and a flurry of happenings. Foodies get a broad gastronomic lineup and a musical wine garden to match.
Good To Know
Total listings: 15. Organizers reserve the right to change dates and programs.
