The Veszprém Castle District is gearing up for an exciting 2026 with themed guided tours uncovering its thousand-year history and unique vibe. These weekend tours kick off at 11:30 a.m., 2 p.m., and 4 p.m., taking visitors to places inaccessible on your own. Starting from the Biró–Giczey House (Biró-Giczey House), tours visit the Archbishop’s Palace with its Baroque interiors, revamped spaces, and rare artifacts; the serene Gizella Chapel (Gizella-kápolna), home to surviving medieval fresco fragments; St. Michael’s Cathedral and its crypt, which chronicle Veszprém’s past; and the ancient St. George’s Chapel (Szent György-kápolna) at the heart of the castle. Check the event calendar for times and updates.
Free Exhibitions at Biró–Giczey House
All exhibits are free during opening hours. “Thistle and Lily – Magdalene’s Flowers” won 2025’s Exhibition of the Year, blending artifacts, engravings, and modern interpretations of Mary Magdalene inspired by the thoughts of Blessed Bódi Mary Magdalene. The “Chamber Exhibition” displays Baroque items, liturgical pieces, and over 100-year-old photos from the cathedral’s history. “Not a Chapter on My Head” is an interactive display explaining canons and how Veszprém’s chapter operated in a fun, simple way. The archaeological exhibit uses stunning installations to show the castle hill’s evolving settlement history and finds.
Lenten Musical Devotion
On March 14, 2026 (Saturday) at 7 p.m., St. Michael’s Cathedral hosts a musical Lenten devotion with Veszprém’s Cantabile Choir (conductor: Veres Györgyné Petrőcz Mária) and Kaposvár’s CapPuccini Choir (conductor: Szili Zoltán). Their joint performance invites quiet reflection, drawing you closer to Christ’s passion and redemptive love through music. Free entry—everyone welcome!
Guided Castle Tours Schedule
March 14: 2 p.m. and 4 p.m. tours. March 15, 21, 22, 28, 29: 11:30 a.m., 2 p.m., 4 p.m. April 3-12: 10:30 a.m., 2 p.m., 4 p.m. April 18-19: same times. April 25: 4 p.m. April 26: 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. All in Veszprém.
March Highlights
March 12-16: March 15 holiday events. March 13: Music history talks by Ábrahám Márta. March 16: Kőnig Róbert 75th anniversary exhibit finale; American Week (March 16-18). March 17: French Club; “Who Am I?” March 18: Talks on Tivadar Csontváry Kosztka’s (Csontváry Kosztka Tivadar) depictions of Christ; chat with Dávid Ádám; Quiz Night at American Corner, Eötvös Károly Library. March 19: Conversation Club there. March 20: Silent Book Club. March 21: Kids Corner at American Corner; Challenges Day (21-22). March 23: “Learn for Life” book launch with Baranyiné Mariann. March 24: Easter crafts at Eötvös Károly Library. March 26: Conversation Club; “The Fourth Day” casual book launch. March 27: Lord of the Dance 30th anniversary tour; pre-Easter family crafts. March 28: Ádám-játék (Adam Play), a medieval French mystery play; Easter crafts with Nemes Éva. March 29: Palm Sunday live Passion.
April and Beyond
April 10: Szép nyári nap (Beautiful Summer Day) – Neoton musical at Veres 1 Theater. April 15-19: 9th Soul-to-Soul Theater Healing Festival. April 25-26: Architecture Festival and Night. May 4-10: Gizella Days. May 24: IV. Veszprém Triathlon Festival. July 10-19: Rozé, Rizling & Jazz Festival. July 15: Juanes concert at VeszprémFest ($51-$75); VeszprémFest starts ($5-$75). July 16: Beth Hart ($67). July 17: Kraftwerk ($51-$70). July 18: Pink Martini ($51). July 23-25: Veszprém Street Music Festival. August 3-9: Auer Festival. August 13-19: 30th Cell-Cup Veszprém International Handball Festival. September 5: X. Tacsi Tali Veszprém.
Organizers reserve the right to change dates and programs! (498 words)
