Mézesvölgyi Nyár returns to Veresegyház with star-studded theater, musicals, and concerts. Enjoy open-air hits: Paul Street Boys, You Rang, M’Lord?, Anconai lovers, and Imre Csuja’s stand-up.
when: 2026.07.08., Wednesday
where: 2112 Veresegyház, Búcsú tér
Pest County’s biggest cross-arts bash, Mézesvölgyi Nyár – the Veres 1 Színház (Veres 1 Theatre) Summer Festival – storms back in 2026 with hit shows and star performers under the open sky in Veresegyház. The lineup blends theater and concerts across genres, made for summer nights and full houses.
Program Highlights
2026.07.08. – A Pál utcai fiúk (The Paul Street Boys) – a two-part musical that brings Ferenc Molnár’s classic to life with a fresh, high-energy staging in Veresegyház.
2026.07.22. – Csengetett, Mylord? (You Rang, M’Lord?) – world premiere. The beloved British-style aristocratic chaos makes its stage debut, premiering in Veresegyház.
2026.08.07. – Anconai szerelmesek (Lovers of Ancona) – a musical comedy steeped in sun-soaked Italian charm, playing in Veresegyház.
2026.08.11. – Anconai szerelmesek a Balatonon (Lovers of Ancona at Lake Balaton) – a sequel with lakeside vibes, performed in Veresegyház.
2026.08.15. – Egy életem (One Life) – a biographical stand-up evening with Imre Csuja, intimate, witty, and full of stories, in Veresegyház.
Note
Organizers reserve the right to change dates and programs.
2025, adrienne
Pros
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Family-friendly vibe: outdoor summer shows with musicals, comedy, and a relaxed atmosphere suit kids and multigenerational groups
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Mix of theater and concerts means there’s something for everyone, from classic novel adaptations to musical comedies
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Recognizable hooks for U.S. visitors: The Paul Street Boys is a famous Hungarian novel many internationals have heard of, and You Rang, M’Lord? nods to British humor styles
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Veresegyház is near Budapest, so it’s an easy add-on to a capital-city itinerary
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Public transport from Budapest to Veresegyház is workable (train or suburban rail + short walk/taxi), and driving is straightforward with parking typically easier than downtown Budapest
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Prices and crowds are usually gentler than big-city, big-brand festivals, giving a local, authentic summer-night feel
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Compared with similar open-air summer festivals in Europe, this blends intimate scale with professional productions—less touristy than, say, Salzburg or Verona, and more budget-friendly
Cons
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Most performances will be in Hungarian, so non-speakers may miss jokes, lyrics, and plot nuances
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Veresegyház isn’t internationally famous, so first-timers may need extra planning for transport, tickets, and local info
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Weather can impact comfort and scheduling at this open-air venue, and dates/programs may change
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Compared with marquee festivals in the US or Western Europe, star-name recognition is lower and production gloss may feel more local than blockbuster
