Debrecen Advent

Debrecen Advent – Where the Magic of Christmas Comes to Life

One of Europe’s most beautiful Christmas fairs returns to fill the city with lights, joy, and holiday spirit! 
Debrecen Advent is a magical celebration that enchants visitors every year — the sparkling city center, handcrafted gifts, delicious food and warm drinks, and heartwarming programs all come together to create the true essence of Christmas.

Stroll through the beautifully decorated streets, taste local delicacies, discover unique gifts, and enjoy the joy of togetherness in the heart of Debrecen. 

Don’t miss it – immerse yourself in the magic of Christmas at Debrecen Advent!

I. Advent Weekend – Friday (Nov. 28.)

• Kossuth Square: 17:00–17:40 Triolett, 18:00–18:40 Péter Kitti & Marcell Horváth
• Dósa nádor Square: 9:00–12:00 kindergarten tree decoration, 16:30–16:50 Sonivius Vappae
• Advent Fair: 17:00–18:00 Sonivius Vappae
• Old Town Hall Courtyard: 17:00–19:00 Advent Silence

I. Advent Weekend – Saturday (Nov. 29.)

• Kossuth Square: 17:00–17:40 Bokros Zenekar, 18:00–18:40 Fruzsi Erdős
• Dósa nádor Square: 17:00–17:40 Lituus Rézfúvós Együttes
• Advent Fair: 16:00–17:00 LESZ DANCE costumed dancers
• Old Town Hall Courtyard: 17:00–19:00 Advent Silence

I. Advent Weekend – Sunday (Nov. 30.)

• Candle Lighting: 16:30–17:00 traditional procession
• Kossuth Square: 17:00–18:00 joint candle lighting, 18:30–19:10 Miklós Bejan, Noémi Korponai-Kiss & Dániel Szabó
• Advent Fair: 16:00–17:00 LESZ DANCE costumed dancers
• Kölcsey Központ: 18:00 Folk Symphonic – 75 Years of the Debreceni Népi Együttes

II. Advent Weekend – Friday (Dec. 5.)

• Kossuth Square: 17:00–18:00 Fruzsina Kovácsovics Christmas show with Santa, 18:15–18:45 Christmas Singers
• Advent Cottage (Dósa nádor Square): 14:30–17:00 Meeting Santa
• Old Town Hall Courtyard: 17:00–19:00 Advent Silence

II. Advent Weekend – Saturday (Dec. 6.)

• Kossuth Square: 17:00–17:40 Debreceni Egyetem Könnyűzenei Intézet Zenekara, 18:00–18:40 Pál Dénes
• Dósa nádor Square: 16:00–16:40 East Brass
• Advent Cottage (Dósa nádor Square): 11:00–14:30 and 15:30–18:00 Meeting Santa
• Advent Fair: 14:00–18:00 Zsolt Horváth with barrel organ, 16:00–17:00 LESZ DANCE costumed dancers
• Baltazár Dezső Square: 10:00–12:30 Ugly Sweater Run (Jennifer Szirota, László Fazekas)
• Old Town Hall Courtyard: 17:00–19:00 Advent Silence
• Kölcsey Központ: 16:00 Vilmos Gryllus – Santa’s Song children’s concert

II. Advent Weekend – Sunday (Dec. 7.)

• Candle Lighting: 16:30–17:00 traditional procession
• Kossuth Square: 17:00–17:45 joint candle lighting, 18:00–18:40 Gyula Éliás
• Dósa nádor Square: 16:00–16:40 Lituus Rézfúvós Együttes
• Advent Cottage (Dósa nádor Square): 11:00–14:30 and 15:30–18:00 Meeting Santa
• Advent Fair: 14:00–18:00 Zsolt Horváth with barrel organ, 16:00–17:00 LESZ DANCE costumed dancers
• Kölcsey Központ: 18:00 Adventissimo – Debreceni Helyőrségi Zenekar Advent Concert

III. Advent Weekend – Friday (Dec. 12.)

• Kossuth Square: 17:00–17:40 Bérletszünet, 18:00–18:40 Andrea Losonczki, Marcell Horváth & Boldizsár Kulcsár
• Old Town Hall Courtyard: 17:00–19:00 Advent Silence

III. Advent Weekend – Saturday (Dec. 13.)

• Szent Anna Street – Piac Street – Kossuth Square: 17:00–17:45 Ice Flower Carnival parade
• Kossuth Square: 18:00–18:40 Orpheum Madams
• Advent Fair: 14:00–18:00 Zsolt Horváth with barrel organ, 17:00–18:00 LESZ DANCE costumed dancers
• Ice Rink: 20:30–22:00 Disco on Ice
• Old Town Hall Courtyard: 17:00–19:00 Advent Silence

III. Advent Weekend – Sunday (Dec. 14.)

• Candle Lighting: 16:30–17:00 traditional procession
• Kossuth Square: 17:00–17:45 Light of the World – joint candle lighting, 18:00–18:40 Adri Nagy
• Advent Fair: 14:00–18:00 Zsolt Horváth with barrel organ, 17:00–18:00 LESZ DANCE costumed dancers
• Kölcsey Központ: 18:00 Holy Spirit, Holy Spirit, enter my heart… – Debreceni Hajdú Táncegyüttes festive show

IV. Advent Weekend – Friday (Dec. 19.)

• Kossuth Square: 17:00–17:40 Szironta Együttes, 18:00–18:40 Flóra Kováts Quartet
• Old Town Hall Courtyard: 17:00–19:00 Advent Silence

IV. Advent Weekend – Saturday (Dec. 20.)

• Kossuth Square: 17:00–17:40 Debrecen Dixieland Jazz Band, 18:00–18:40 Orsi Kozma
• Dósa nádor Square: 16:00–16:40 East Brass, 16:40–17:00 DuoTrio
• Advent Fair: 15:00–17:00 DuoTrio, 16:00–17:00 LESZ DANCE costumed dancers
• Old Town Hall Courtyard: 17:00–19:00 Advent Silence

IV. Advent Weekend – Sunday (Dec. 21.)

• Candle Lighting: 16:30–17:00 traditional procession
• Kossuth Square: 17:00–17:45 Light of the World – joint candle lighting, 18:00–18:40 Aliz Nyári
• Dósa nádor Square: 16:00–16:30 DuoTrio Street Theatre
• Advent Fair: 15:00–17:00 DuoTrio Street Theatre, 16:00–17:00 LESZ DANCE costumed dancers