Veszprém’s archdiocese is filling early 2026 with concerts, family and children’s programs, guided experiences, themed tours, talks, feast-day celebrations, and church events. From pre-marriage courses to literary love letters, charity galas to kid-focused role play, here’s what’s on across Veszprém and Sümeg, with organizers reserving the right to change times and programs.
Get Ready for Marriage: Engagement Courses
On several Fridays from February through March, engaged couples can join a practical, faith-infused training series designed to prepare them for married and family life. Venue: Padányi School, 6 Szeghlety J. Street, Veszprém. Sessions cover the spirituality of marriage, the families we come from, relationship communication and conflict management, intimacy in marriage, male–female differences and common pitfalls, plus parenting and family life. Dates: February 6, February 13, February 20, February 27, March 6, and March 13. The program is repeated by date, and each meeting centers on honest conversation and tools for everyday partnership, from navigating disagreements to keeping closeness alive.
Charity Takes the Floor in Sümeg
On February 13, the 4th Veszprém Archdiocesan Caritas Ball will be held at Hotel Kapitány in Sümeg to support families in crisis. Reception opens at 18:00; greetings begin at 19:00. Chief patrons: Archbishop György Udvardy of Veszprém and Imre Polgárdy, chair of the Veszprém County Assembly. The evening includes welcomes, a gala dinner, live music by the Gin-Tonic Band, the show “Sümeg Rendezvous” (“Sümegi randevú”) featuring Zoltán Miller and Bernadett Vágó, and a raffle with valuable prizes. Tickets: about $43 per person and about $32 per child (ages 4–14). Expect a dressed-up night where generosity meets a full dance floor.
Valentine’s: Love, Letters, and Iconic Songs
On February 14, couples are invited to the Celebration of Marriage at the Grand Seminary building, 20 Vár Street, Veszprém. Arrival from 16:30; program starts at 17:00. The evening’s show, “Sealed Love,” blends confessions, letter excerpts, and iconic songs about love. Performers Erika Náray and Krisztián Nyáry will delve into the correspondence of famous couples, reading and performing standout moments. Participation is free but requires registration. It’s a literary-musical date night that treats romance as something to read, hear, and feel together.
Biblical Role Play for Kids
Back by popular demand, the Biblical Role Play series welcomes children ages 7–10 for a program focused on social skills and emotional intelligence. Hosted in the Gizella Hall of the Archbishop’s Office (8200 Veszprém, 18/2 Jutasi Road), sessions run Sundays from 15:30 to 17:30, two hours each. Dates: February 15, March 1, March 15, March 29, April 12, and April 26. Kids will experience Bible stories through play and guided interaction, learning to listen, empathize, and solve problems—all through engaging, age-appropriate activities.
Wine Tasting for Couples
On February 28, couples can settle into a cozy evening at the Gizella Hotel and Restaurant (48 Jókai Mór Street, Veszprém) for a special, free-entry wine tasting within the national Marriage Week program. Note: the event listing states the time as 18:00 on February 11; organizers require registration due to limited seating and may adjust times. The archdiocese’s selected wines set the tone for unhurried conversation, shared discovery, and a focus on the harmony of flavors. Step out of the daily rush and into a slower rhythm—one glass, and one thoughtful exchange at a time.
Concert Highlights
Music lovers can mark their calendars for standout performances this spring. On February 4, Szilárd Ferenc Kovács and Nóra Ducza share the stage in a joint concert. On April 15, Martin Baker teams up with Tamás Kéméndi for another double-bill evening. And on May 28, János Pálúr presents Creation Story (Teremtéstörténet), a program promising meditative depth and musical craft. With performers spanning organ, voice, and more, these concerts add a refined undertone to the season’s community bustle.
Plan, Register, Show Up
Many programs are free but require registration due to limited capacity. For ticketed events like the Sümeg Caritas Ball, expect a polished night out with a clear cause: helping families in crisis. For families, the Sunday role play series offers a structured rhythm and skills kids can take home. And for engaged couples, the Veszprém course series takes a candid, comprehensive approach to building strong marriages—spirituality, communication, intimacy, and everyday family life all on the table.
