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Keszthely City Day is a multi-day cultural and community festival held on the first weekend of June at the Main Square and Promenade. It welcomes visitors with colorful programs, concerts, theatrical performances, exhibitions, and open-air cinema screenings.
One of the most significant events in the cultural and community life of Keszthely city is the traditionally held "Keszthely City Day" program series on the first weekend of June every year. The purpose of the festive days is for the residents of the city and visitors to celebrate together Keszthely's rich history, cultural values, and community cohesion. This year's program series also offers colorful experiences for all age groups: concerts, theatrical performances, exhibitions, family and community programs, and local history curiosities await those interested. The city center dresses in a festive atmosphere for several days, where traditions, culture, and community experiences meet. Detailed programs: June 4 (Thursday) 19:00 Balaton Theatre, Theatre Hall: Áron Tamási: THE DECEPTIVE RAINBOW play, performed by the Déryné Company. Participation is free but requires registration (regisztracio@balatonszinhaz.hu). June 5 (Friday) 9:00-17:00 Main Square: Health screening buses with free examinations, supported by the Generali for Safety Foundation, no prior registration required. 17:00 Balaton Theatre, Simándy Hall: Exhibition opening "Old Keszthely in new colors – 1900-1950" with city history presentations. 20:30 Main Square, open-air stage: Show & Bors band. 22:00-24:00 DJ Dorian. June 6 (Saturday) 08:45 Main Square: Ceremonial flag raising. 09:00 Church of the Great Lady of the Hungarians: Festive mass and wreath laying at the memorial plaque. 10:30 Main Square: City Day celebration. 17:00-20:00 Main Square: Community space with presentations by civil organizations and cultural institutions. 17:00 Main Square, open-air stage: Bernadett Vágó children's concert. 18:00 Performances by local art groups and outstanding productions from the 2026 Helikon celebrations. 20:00 Main Square, open-air stage: Boombatucada. 21:00 Zaporozsec band. 22:45-24:00 Hamvai PG. June 7 (Sunday) Sunday at the Korzó, Promenade: 15:00-19:00 Open house at the Simon House, photo exhibition about Simon Böske and his family, free entry. 15:00 and 16:30 Local history walk "On Simon Böske's path" led by Dr. Lajos Szarka. 15:00-19:00 Korzó quiz city knowledge adventure from the world of Keszthely between the two world wars. From 16:00 street music in the style of the 1920s and 30s, performers include Elek Nyári and his gypsy band, Norbert Németh on tango accordion, Chanson Brass, Gábor & Gábor formation. 16:00-17:30 Visual salon with participation of hairdressing and makeup students. 16:00-20:00 Free nostalgia photography in the style of the 1920s, appointment required. 18:00 "The Beauty of the Korzó" local history presentation and performers. 19:00 Korzó runway fashion show featuring summer 2026 fashion. 19:45 Sing Sing Sing dance time travel with Darida Dance Theatre. 21:00 Main Square: open-air cinema "Western Vacation" (2022, crime comedy). Additionally, light painting, gastronomic vendors, and bouncy castles await visitors. The organizers reserve the right to change the program; in case of bad weather, programs may be canceled. Additional city programs will also take place during the event at various locations such as the library, castle park, house of movement, event house, and church. Event location: Keszthely, Main Square and Promenade.
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