II. WEEKEND OF ADVENT
2025. december 5-7.
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Kossuth Square
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“...a spark of its light touches us all.”
– Szabó Magda
– Szabó Magda
As Christmas draws near, the lights of Debrecen shine ever brighter, proclaiming the magic of the season.
This weekend, Kossuth Square, Dósa Nádor Square, and the courtyard of the Old Town Hall will once again be filled with music, light, and heartwarming moments.
Charming concerts, special performances, and shared experiences await all who wish to step away from everyday life and embrace the wonder of Advent in the heart of the city.
This weekend, Kossuth Square, Dósa Nádor Square, and the courtyard of the Old Town Hall will once again be filled with music, light, and heartwarming moments.
Charming concerts, special performances, and shared experiences await all who wish to step away from everyday life and embrace the wonder of Advent in the heart of the city.
DECEMBER 5 – FRIDAY
Advent Stage – Kossuth Square
17:00–18:00 Fruzsina Kovácsovics Christmas Show with Santa Claus
18:15–18:45 Christmas Singers
Advent Cottage – Dósa nádor Square
Opening hours: 14:30–20:00
14:30–17:00 Meet Santa Claus
14:30–17:00 Meet Santa Claus
Courtyard of the Old Town Hall
17:00–19:00 Advent Silence – Light and Music Experience
On Advent weekends, the courtyard of the Old Town Hall transforms into a special, intimate space bathed in light and filled with gentle melodies – a perfect photo spot as well.
Within the historic walls, visitors are invited to pause for a moment and experience the quiet contemplation and inner peace of Advent in the harmony of light and music.
On Advent weekends, the courtyard of the Old Town Hall transforms into a special, intimate space bathed in light and filled with gentle melodies – a perfect photo spot as well.
Within the historic walls, visitors are invited to pause for a moment and experience the quiet contemplation and inner peace of Advent in the harmony of light and music.
DECEMBER 6 – SATURDAY
Baltazár Dezső Square
10:00–12:30 Ugly Sweater Run
Featuring: Jennifer Szirota
Host: László Fazekas
(See the event on Facebook: Ronda Pulcsis Futás)
Featuring: Jennifer Szirota
Host: László Fazekas
(See the event on Facebook: Ronda Pulcsis Futás)
Advent Stage – Kossuth Square
17:00–17:40 University of Debrecen Institute of Popular Music – Band Performance
18:00–18:40 Dénes Pál
18:00–18:40 Dénes Pál
Story Town – Dósa nádor Square
16:00–16:40 East Brass
Advent Cottage – Dósa nádor Square
Opening hours: 11:00–21:00
11:00–14:30 Meet Santa Claus
15:30–18:00 Meet Santa Claus
11:00–14:30 Meet Santa Claus
15:30–18:00 Meet Santa Claus
Advent Fair
14:00–18:00 Zsolt Horváth, the Barrel Organ Player
For years, Zsolt Horváth has delighted audiences by turning the handle of his music box, filling the air with Christmas, romantic and nostalgic melodies. Visitors to the Debrecen Advent Fair can enjoy his performances on multiple weekends.
14:00–18:00 Zsolt Horváth, the Barrel Organ Player
For years, Zsolt Horváth has delighted audiences by turning the handle of his music box, filling the air with Christmas, romantic and nostalgic melodies. Visitors to the Debrecen Advent Fair can enjoy his performances on multiple weekends.
16:00–17:00 LESZ DANCE Dance and Sports Association – Costumed Dancers
Courtyard of the Old Town Hall
17:00–19:00 Advent Silence – Light and Music Experience
The Old Town Hall becomes a peaceful, light-filled retreat during the Advent weekends – inviting everyone to pause and experience the stillness and inner reflection of the season, surrounded by light and harmony.
17:00–19:00 Advent Silence – Light and Music Experience
The Old Town Hall becomes a peaceful, light-filled retreat during the Advent weekends – inviting everyone to pause and experience the stillness and inner reflection of the season, surrounded by light and harmony.
Kölcsey Központ – Ballroom
16:00 Vilmos Gryllus – Santa’s Musical Show for Children
16:00 Vilmos Gryllus – Santa’s Musical Show for Children
DECEMBER 7 – SUNDAY
Candle Lighting
16:30–17:00 Traditional procession from the Town Hall to the Advent Stage
16:30–17:00 Traditional procession from the Town Hall to the Advent Stage
Advent Stage – Kossuth Square
17:00–17:45 “Light of the World” – Joint Candle Lighting Ceremony
17:00–17:45 “Light of the World” – Joint Candle Lighting Ceremony
With the participation of:
Richárd Asztalos (Lutheran pastor), Lajos Barcsa (Deputy Mayor),
Zsuzsa Lehőcz and Dániel Takács (actors from Csokonai National Theatre), Fruzsina Erdős-Tóth (singer), Debrecen Folk Ensemble,
Kuckó Művésztanya Art Workshop, Bíró Band.
Richárd Asztalos (Lutheran pastor), Lajos Barcsa (Deputy Mayor),
Zsuzsa Lehőcz and Dániel Takács (actors from Csokonai National Theatre), Fruzsina Erdős-Tóth (singer), Debrecen Folk Ensemble,
Kuckó Művésztanya Art Workshop, Bíró Band.
18:00–18:40 Gyula Éliás
Story Town – Dósa nádor Square
16:00–16:40 Lituus Brass Ensemble
16:00–16:40 Lituus Brass Ensemble
Advent Cottage – Dósa nádor Square
Opening hours: 11:00–20:00
11:00–14:30 Meet Santa Claus
15:30–18:00 Meet Santa Claus
Opening hours: 11:00–20:00
11:00–14:30 Meet Santa Claus
15:30–18:00 Meet Santa Claus
Advent Fair
14:00–18:00 Zsolt Horváth, the Barrel Organ Player
14:00–18:00 Zsolt Horváth, the Barrel Organ Player
16:00–17:00 LESZ DANCE Dance and Sports Association – Costumed Dancers
Kölcsey Központ – Main Hall
18:00 Adventissimo – Advent Concert by the Debrecen Garrison Band
18:00 Adventissimo – Advent Concert by the Debrecen Garrison Band
Courtyard of the Old Town Hall
17:00–19:00 Advent Silence – Light and Music Experience
The Old Town Hall once again becomes a serene and luminous space on Advent weekends – inviting visitors to pause, reflect, and experience the peaceful spirit of the season in the harmony of light and sound.
17:00–19:00 Advent Silence – Light and Music Experience
The Old Town Hall once again becomes a serene and luminous space on Advent weekends – inviting visitors to pause, reflect, and experience the peaceful spirit of the season in the harmony of light and sound.
Everyone is warmly welcome to another magical Advent weekend in Debrecen, where light, music, and festive spirit fill the heart of the city.
*The organizers reserve the right to change locations and program schedules.
Location
route planningKossuth Square
2025. december 5-7.
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Kossuth Square