Gyula, the charming historic spa town in Hungary, rolls out a blockbuster 2026 lineup packed with festivals, live concerts, cultural gems, family adventures, and mouthwatering gastronomy. Picture yourself soaking up vibes at the majestic Gyula Castle, strolling the cozy downtown, or chilling by the Castle Bath. From candlelit tours to stand-up laughs and dinosaur parks, there’s nonstop action across multiple venues in postcode 5700. Dive into this calendar and lock in your getaway for pure relaxation and thrills – 45 events and counting, perfect for every taste.
Late March Kickoff
From March 27 to 29 (Friday to Sunday), guaranteed programs light up Gyula Castle. On March 29, catch The Empress’s Teacup at Ladics House, Mansion Tour with Dachshund Dönci at the castle, and Corset and Revolution at Almásy Mansion. March 30 brings the Downtown Wanderer city walking tour. March 31 repeats The Empress’s Teacup and Corset and Revolution, plus Brewery Hop – Elixbeer Brewery visit and beer tasting.
Easter and Spring Break Blast: Early April
April 1 and 2 feature The Empress’s Teacup and Corset and Revolution each day. Dino Park roars into town April 2-12 during Easter break. April 3 adds guaranteed Castle programs through April 5, plus more Empress’s Teacup and Corset and Revolution. Easter and spring break specials run at Ladics House April 3-12. On April 4, explore Cellar Tour – Treasures of Almásy Mansion, The Mansion by Candlelight, Nighttime Wellness at Gyula Castle Bath, Gyulakult’s PowerBeat charity concert, Empress’s Teacup, Corset and Revolution, and Candlelit Castle Tours. April 5 repeats Corset and Revolution, Empress’s Teacup, and Mansion Tour with Dachshund Dönci. April 6 continues the Corset and Revolution and Empress’s Teacup duo.
Mid-April Laughs and Lights
April 7 and 8 keep The Empress’s Teacup and Corset and Revolution going. April 8 spotlights Stand-up Comedy Theater: What’s Our Problem? – Ács Fruzsina and Szabó Balázs Máté joint show, from $16 to $19. Guaranteed Castle programs return April 10-12. April 11 offers Easter excitement: Night Swim at AquaPalota, Women’s Salon – Almásy Mansion Treasures, Candlelit Castle Tours, and The Mansion by Candlelight. April 12 wraps with Mansion Tour with Dachshund Dönci.
Late April Highlights
April 16 delivers Gyulakult: The Recipe for Almost Perfect Happiness – Pokorny Lia one-woman show. April 17-18: One Moment Café Wine Tasting with Kúcs Gyula. April 17-19: More guaranteed Castle fun. April 18: Nighttime Wellness at Castle Bath, Candlelit Castle Tours, Talking Flowers – Almásy Mansion Treasures, The Mansion by Candlelight. April 19: Mansion Tour with Dachshund Dönci. April 23 rocks Castle Theater (Várszínház) Latino Jazz Concert ($14) and Komló Restaurant’s I. Grape Chef Adventure x Sárközi Ákos. April 24: Kovács Kati and Big Band concert, plus Medivid Agility and ParAgility Festival through April 26, alongside Castle programs. April 25: Count’s Passions – Almásy Mansion Treasures, Nighttime Wellness, Gyula Castle’s The Field of Fate – Mohács, The Mansion by Candlelight, Candlelit Castle Tours. April 26: Mansion Tour with Dachshund Dönci. April 29: Museum Free University – Warlords or Martyrs?, Stand-up Comedy Theater: Bödőcs Tibor – “From Here We Just Roll” ($22), and at Castle Theater (Várszínház): That’s Nothing… Koltai Róbert and Jordán Tamás show. April 30: “The Most Beautiful Kitchen Gardens” – entry deadline for Hungary’s Best Kitchen Gardens 2026.
May Mayhem: Markets, Races & Music
May 1-3: Guaranteed Castle programs. May 2: XVII. Run for Injured Children charity race, Portéka Market: Crafts and Producers Fair at World Clock, Nighttime Wellness, Cellar Tour, The Mansion by Candlelight, Candlelit Castle Tours. May 3: Mansion Tour. May 7: Gyulakult Danny Blue – The Secret. May 8-10: Castle guaranteed programs. May 9: Women’s Salon, Orosz Zoltán accordion solo concert, Indian Warpath Canoe Tour, Portéka Market through May 10, Gyula Flowers Festival May 9-10. May 10: Mansion Tour. May 12-13: Tour de Hongrie cycling in Gyula. May 16-17: V. Three Towns Cycling Festival. May 19: Gyulakult Mandala Song Theater’s Hyppolit, a lakáj (Hyppolit the Butler) – musical comedy. May 22-24: Gyula Pálinka Festival. May 23: Talking Flowers. May 26: Gyulakult Koncz Zsuzsa concert, $41-$44. May 27: Museum Free University – From Corset to Beehive Hairdo. May 28-30: EDÜ – Erkel Student Festivals. May 30: Castle’s The Field of Fate – Mohács, Count’s Passions.
June and July Sneak Peeks
June 6: Cellar Tour. June 6-7: XIII. Gyula Castle Mansion Days. June 11: Gyulakult Liliom Production’s Naked Truth – musical comedy. June 13: Women’s Salon. June 20: Talking Flowers, Museums’ Night. June 27: Count’s Passions, Portéka Market. July 4: Cellar Tour. More dates loading – organizers reserve the right to change times and programs!
