The Mézesvölgyi Nyár outdoor theater festival hits Veresegyház from June through August 2026, turning Pest County’s biggest multidisciplinary bash into a summer must-do. Expect smash-hit plays, top-notch actors, and a mix of genres from concerts to family-friendly shows that’ll have everyone buzzing at Búcsú tér (Farewell Square) in 2112 Veresegyház. Organizers are pulling out all the stops for this open-air season, blending drama, laughs, music, and heart under the stars.
June 21: Charlie Concert
Hungarian light music legend Horváth Charlie lights up the Mézesvölgyi Nyár stage this summer. Get set for a ride through smoky blues, gritty jazz, and pure Hungarian rock vibes fused with Veresegyház summer evenings. He’ll belt out timeless hits like Jég dupla jéggel (Ice with Double Ice) and Nézz az ég felé (Look to the Sky), with crowds of all ages singing along.
June 24: Mohácsi István’s Francia rúdugrás (French Pole Vault) (18+)
Three women and three men make a sextet, but roles flip wildly on this stormy night. It starts clear who’s with whom, then chemistry and a sly sex psychologist crash the party. Fingers crossed that after all the mix-ups and mishaps, it ends well.
July 3: Neil Simon’s Pletykafészek (Rumors) – Farce in Two Acts
Just kick back and watch gossip spread while the upper crust squirms in hilarious chaos.
July 4: István, a király (Stephen, the King) – Concert
The rock opera’s most successful production’s massive anniversary concert tour rolls in with fan-favorite singer-actors, the elite Crescendo Music Orchestra, pro lighting, visuals, and animations. Giant moving sets and pyrotechnic fireworks amp up the spectacle.
July 7 & 8: A Pál utcai fiúk (The Paul Street Boys)
Ferenc Molnár’s classic, reimagined not as kids but as young adults in tougher conflicts and boosted by modern tunes and lyrics. Sound design brings props to life, actors shine with musical-rhythmic flair, youth energy, humor, and the original’s cathartic punch.
July 12: A dzsungel könyve (The Jungle Book)
Mowgli, the man-cub, conquering foes and seeking joy for his new family in the dense jungle. Unmissable tale of friendship and love for kids and kids-at-heart.
July 15: Jeanie Linders’ Menopauza (Menopause) – Musical
The change that every woman faces—some hide it, others joke about it. This global smash tackles it loud, honest, and hilariously.
July 19: Geszti Péter Concert
Positive vibe king Geszti Péter unleashes live Rapülők dance bangers, Jazz+Az funk, Gringó Sztár, and Létvágy pop hits in flashy staging, packed with laughs and real talk.
July 21 & 22: Csengetett, Mylord? (Are You Being Served?) – World Premiere
Don’t miss the theater take on the TV fave at Veresegyház’s Mézesvölgyi Szabadtéri Színpad—iconic characters come alive for an unforgettable summer night.
July 26: Steven Moffat’s RÉM RENDES VENDÉG (A Very Nice Guest) – Comedy in Two Acts
Polite British couple Peter and Debbie befriend American widow Elsa on a cruise and swap addresses for future visits that usually fizzle out. But she shows up, and creepy internet rumors freak them out—especially with their teens nearby. They can’t offend her, but a nosy neighbor and a cop stir up more farce. Fresh from London’s West End to Budapest’s Játékszín.
July 28: Ne most, Drágám! (Not Now, Darling!) – Comedy
Love triangles, mink coats, scantily clad ladies, flying clothes, total madness in London’s poshest fur salon—all for pure fun.
July 31: Amerikai komédia (American Comedy) – Swing Musical
Based on Aszlányi Károly’s 1930s comedy, with libretto and lyrics by Lőrinczy Attila, music by award-winner Bársony Bálint. Peller Károly directs this humor-filled, high-energy swing fest for all ages.
August 1: Csak egy tánc volt (It Was Just a Dance) – Szécsi Pál’s Greatest Hits
Timeless songs that never age under the stars, reviving Hungarian light music star Szécsi Pál’s legacy. Stars: Miller Zoltán, Pál Dénes, Serbán Attila, Nagy Sándor.
August 5: Az Ackroyd gyilkosság (The Murder of Roger Ackroyd) – Mystery
Ace detective Hercule Poirot retires to the sleepy village of King’s Abbott, but two baffling deaths hit soon after. Kálid Artúr as Poirot, Szabó P. Szilveszter as Dr. James Sheppard in Agatha Christie’s thriller.
August 7: Anconai szerelmesek (The Lovers of Ancona) – Musical Comedy
Hungary’s most-played comedy for 20 years, mixing Italian commedia dell’arte, Hungarian humor, and ’70s Italian hits.
August 11: Anconai szerelmesek a Balatonon (The Lovers of Ancona at Lake Balaton) – Musical Comedy
Twenty years on from miracles and weddings, the Italian crew hits ’80s Hungary—bellies sagging, hair graying, kids in tow—for roots and rekindled loves at Lake Balaton’s SZOT resort under boss Békés. Cue Azzurro, Bella Ciao, Sono l’italiano.
August 15: Egy életem (My One Life) – Csuja Imre’s Biographical Stand-Up
Csuja Imre spills his life story humbly, hilariously, heartwarmingly: mom’s childhood directing, early career grind, four shows a day, lessons from masters, meeting his wife 40+ years ago, secrets from Üvegtigris (Glass Tiger) and Valami Amerika (Something America).
August 18: Túl a Maszat-hegyen? (Beyond the Smudge Mountain?) – Comedy
A world where smudges rule and cleaning is chaos. Muhi Andris saves his pals from dust bunnies and neat freaks in this colorful, catchy musical for all ages—where play, imagination, and laughs triumph, even as vacuums switch sides.
August 22: A muzsika hangja (The Sound of Music) – Musical
1930s: Novice nun Maria nannies for a widowed captain’s seven kids. She brings joy and song, but Nazi invasion forces the family to flee. Earworms, deep emotions, and history make it special for every generation—perfect family outing.
August 26: Szép nyári nap (Beautiful Summer Day) – Neoton Musical
1970s Bácsszentmárián near Yugoslav border: young volunteers in a construction camp. Ironic laughs, Neoton hits still party staples across ages—like ABBA in Hungary today.
