Siófok throws open the doors to summer with the Pentecost Season Opener from Friday, May 22 to Monday, May 25, 2026, right on the waterfront at the Port (Dísz tér). Expect a buzzing lakeside vibe, big-name concerts, family fun, Balaton wines, a craft-and-food market, and endless ways to chill or dive into the action. The city welcomes all ages for four days packed with music, community, and that unmistakable Balaton feeling.
Where and when
– Location: Siófok, Port (Dísz tér) and nearby venues
– Dates: May 22–25, 2026
– Admission: Free
Organizers note they reserve the right to change times and programs. Photo, audio, and video recording will take place at the event.
Friday, May 22
18:00 “A Visionary’s Impossibilities” exhibition opening, Imre Kálmán Cultural Center, upstairs gallery
19:00 Időutazó Rock Band concert
20:30 Pokolgép concert
Saturday, May 23
9:45 Wreath-laying at the Dr. Ferenc Zákonyi memorial plaque (Imre Kálmán Promenade)
10:00 Imre Kálmán memorial plaque presentation (Millennium Park)
10:20 Pentecost parade from Millennium Park to the Port (route: Millennium Park – Main Square (Fő tér) – Main Street (Fő utca) – Mártírok útja – Port – Dísz tér)
11:00 Opening and awards ceremony: handover of the “Capital of Summer” key; Siófok Tourism Award; Imre Varga Art Award; Siófok City Wine 2026
11:30 Attila Dolhai and guests, musical program
12:30 Csaba Csuti and Bónus Együttes, Retro Hits
14:15 FreeStyle Dance Factory showcase
14:45 Jeratel Belly Dance Studio performance
16:00 Eszter Bíró concert
17:30 Danubia Percussion Ensemble, Into the World of Percussion
20:30 Adrienn Szekeres concert
Sunday, May 24
10:30 Iszkiri Band, Story Rescuers kids’ concert
13:00 Siófok experience dance 50+
13:30 Airforce Dance School show
14:00 C&M Dance Studio TSE showcase
14:30 BNK Dance Art Foundation performance
16:00 Eszter Kárász
17:30 Éva Bolba Trio
19:00 Nutcracker Ballet Association program
20:30 Első Emelet concert
Monday, May 25: Family Health Expo
Live healthy! Family Health Expo by the Reménység (Hope) Foundation
10:00 Opening
10:10 Peppinó the Clown interactive show
11:00 Palánta Puppet Group: Unexpected Guest
11:40 Dog therapy demo, With Dogs for Children Foundation
12:30 Rannungen Brass
13:30 Rianás Duo
14:00 X-Press TSE performance
14:30 Sólya Band, children’s dance house
15:30 Répa Retek Children’s Band
16:30 Lecture by Gábor Jenei
17:30 Raffle draw
18:00 Pesterzsébet László Lajtha AMI Youth Brass Band
All day: free checks for blood pressure, blood sugar, blood oxygen, BMI, and lung capacity; medical advice for kids and adults; dietitian, dental hygiene, and lifestyle coaching; healthy food tastings with recipes; playful tips on water, air, and movement; paramedics teaching resuscitation; water police advice 12:30–13:30; addiction counseling; support for families facing dementia. Massage therapists and physiotherapists help you unwind. Kids’ attractions include a clown, face painting, henna, bead threading, mini rides, a raffle, and a wheel of fortune.
Ongoing all weekend
– Sat–Mon, 10:00–18:00: Tered experience workshop and playhouse; Lavender Playhouse & Creative Studio with play yard and craft sessions
– Fri–Mon: Craft and food market
Siófok awaits you May 22–25 for a sparkling start to summer on Lake Balaton.
