Mark your calendars for some mind-blowing free talks at Keszthely’s Balaton Theater on Main Square 3 (Fő tér 3), 8360. These educational events kick off in April 2026, covering epic adventures, pet therapy, actor chats, global photo journeys, and mental health boosts from pets. All sessions are free, held in either the Simándy or Básti Hall, starting at 5 or 6 pm. Whether you’re into extreme sports, dog physio, or far-flung cultures, there’s something to spark your curiosity. Organizers might tweak dates or programs, so stay tuned.
April 13: World Traveler Club – Performance Limit: Endless Canadian Adventure
On Monday, April 13 at 6 pm in the Simándy Hall, ultratriathlete and world traveler Ferenc Szőnyi, 61, shares his wild tale in Teljesítményhatár – Végtelen kanadai kaland (Performance Limit – Endless Canadian Adventure). Expect stories of insane physical feats, human grit, humility, and pushing boundaries. His life’s path of determination, endurance, and thrill-seeking takes you to distant corners of the globe—pure inspiration showing limits are made to be expanded.
April 22: Healing in Motion – Dive into Dog Physiotherapy
Hungarian University of Agriculture and Life Sciences (MATE) Free University series brings Dr. Kovács Szilvia on April 22 at 6 pm in the Básti Hall for A mozgásban rejlő gyógyulás – Betekintés a kutya fizioterápia világába (Healing in Motion – Insight into the World of Dog Physiotherapy). Open to all ages from the MATE Georgikon Campus in Keszthely—discover how movement heals our furry friends.
May 5: Tuesday with Guests – Actor Farkas “Sajt” Gergő
Tuesday, May 5 at 6 pm in Simándy Hall: Chat with actor Farkas “Sajt” Gergő about his profession. Host Zoltán Csányi digs into his world.
May 11: World Traveler Club – Weird Tales from Around the Globe
May 11 at 6 pm in Simándy Hall: Photographer Roland Markó’s photo journey from Oceania through Asia, Africa, and South America in Különös történetek a nagyvilágból – Fotós utazás Óceániától Ázsián és Afrikán keresztül Dél-Amerikáig (Strange Stories from Around the World – Photographer’s Trip from Oceania via Asia and Africa to South America). Dive into cultures, daily lives, and traditions via stunning pics and personal stories.
May 13: Psyche Workshop – Pets’ Role in Mental Health
May 13 at 5 pm in Básti Hall: Counselor psychologist and pet-assisted therapist Nóra Angyal-Szilvás on Velünk élnek – hatnak ránk – A társállatok szerepe a lelki egészségben csecsemőkortól időskorig (They Live With Us – They Affect Us – The Role of Companion Animals in Mental Health from Infancy to Old Age). Everyone welcome.
More Coming
Check weekly program guides: April 6-12, 13-19, 20-26, 27-May 3 for extra fun around Keszthely.
