2023 Veszprem News Podcast

Danny and Melinda talk about their experiences hosting the Veszprém 2023 News Podcast, and discuss next years European Capital of Culture cities in Norway, Estonia, and Austria.

The Veszprém Jazz Fesztivál is coming up in November, with renowned artists from all over the world! Who’s in the lineup, and why should you go?

Danny describes his experience performing with a theatre group on the Balatonfüred train as part of the “Rendhagyó terek” (Unusual Venues) performance series.

Two upcoming events for violin lovers: The International Meeting of Violin Makers will feature lectures, exhibitions, and a competition of violin makers. Then visit the Chaconne Fesztivál for performances of one of the most popular music styles of the Baroque Era.

Who was the greatest Hungarian, and how did he dress? Find out at the Régios Show in Balatonfüred, where you can even rent your own authentic 19th century Hungarian clothing and impress your friends!

Danny reveals what common Hungarian food surprised him the most when he first arrived to the country, while Melinda fills us in on all we need to know for the upcoming gastro festival in the Veszprém valley.

Drum circles, ukelele for children, the fundamentals of electronic music--there's something for everyone in the weekly and biweekly Hangjáték programs held around Veszprém this fall.

Melinda and Danny reminisce about their favorite ECoC programs of the summer, and what they're most looking forward to this fall.

One of the newest, coolest concert venues in Veszprém, Gyárkert is a converted factory building that is now host to some of the biggest names in music!

Watch the student-built solar-powered boats race across Lake Balaton, then head over to the old Inota thermal power plant for an incredible electronic music and visual arts festival.

Visit the upcoming Kőfeszt, and while you’re there explore the quaint villages, hilly country roads, and best places for ice cream in the beautiful Káli Basin.

How should you react if you encounter a wild boar at the theatre? Danny and Melinda discuss this one-of-a-kind outdoor theatre adventure based on Ervin Lázár’s famous book.

A charming event hosted by the local Kabóca Puppet Theatre, this is the festival that will make you want to move to Veszprém. Come see Danny’s 100th performance of “Kodzsugukila, the Witch!”

It’s Veszprém County’s biggest festival, and this year Melinda is organising a garden there! What’s it like to be an organiser at such a famous festival, and what kind of programs can we expect this year?

How is Veszprém’s Street Music Festival like the Brazilian Carnival, and why is it good to go see a band that you’ve never even heard of?

Danny and Melinda reveal the perfect pizza to complement your visit to Veszprem’s premium music festival.

June 30th brings the world premiere of a one-of-a-kind theatre performance. Fairy Tears, presented by the Alela theatre company, tells the legend of the creation of Lake Balaton, performed on the surface of the Balaton itself!

Two different sides sides of street art and street performance can be explored in Balatonalmádi at the end of June. The BEAT Festival is perfect for fans of graffiti, dance, and skateboarding, whereas the Bondoro Festival has some of the best street theatre and circus performers from around the world!

Join in the Pannon StoryFest, where storytellers from all over the world gather to share their culture, give workshops and, of course, tell stories! Then stop by the Mesekocsma at Fricska for an evening of delicious food and fantastic folk tales!

A music festival where you get a shovel and help uncover the ruins of a 12th century monastery? Count us in! Taking place in the Zala hills this June—watch out for booby traps!

One of the hidden gems of the northern Balaton region, the village of Vöröstó hosts this one-of-a-kind festival for lovers of games. We will be there for sure!

Melinda and Danny wish each other happy birthday as they take you through the program for the Children’s Garden festival.

Danny and Melinda talk about the various upcoming events in the Veszprém area, including the Gisela Days, Musicolours and Children’s Garden festivals in May.

Melinda’s experiences learning English through Shakespeare and Pink Floyd, why translating poetry is important, and upcoming poetry events in Balatonfured.

The new Acticity recreation center is opening in Veszprém! What will you do there?