Opening Parade
Spectators see costumed children and a brass band parade to the cultural center, creating a festive atmosphere.
~8:00
Danube Spring Festival
Duna Menti Tavasz
Dunajská Streda, Slovakia
May 25 - 26, 2026Expected
Each spring, the town of Dunajská Streda gathers young actors and puppeteers from the region's Hungarian-minority schools for a festival of children's theater. Founded in the 1970s, it fills the stage with puppet shows and youth drama, in a warm celebration that nurtures the dramatic arts among Slovakia's Hungarian community.
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Official Ceremony
Guests witness the formal opening, then attend celebratory performances and puppet shows.
~8:30
Meseváros (Storytown)
Children and families enjoy puppet shows, face painting, crafts, and a festive fair atmosphere.
~14:00
Where it happens
Csaplár Benedek Városi Művelődési Központ
Dunajská Streda, Slovakia
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Danube Spring Festival
Duna Menti Tavasz
Dunajská Streda, Slovakia
Each spring, the town of Dunajská Streda gathers young actors and puppeteers from the region's Hungarian-minority schools for a festival of children's theater. Founded in the 1970s, it fills the stage with puppet shows and youth drama, in a warm celebration that nurtures the dramatic arts among Slovakia's Hungarian community.
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The story behind it
Founded in the 1970s, this festival brings together puppet ensembles and children’s theater troupes from across Slovakia’s Hungarian regions. The name means 'Danube Spring', reflecting its timing and location in the Danube Lowlands (Csallóköz) near Hungary. It emphasizes nurturing Hungarian cultural education and community among young people in the minority region.
Key moments to know
~8:00Expected
Opening Parade
Spectators see costumed children and a brass band parade to the cultural center, creating a festive atmosphere.
~8:30Expected
Official Ceremony
Guests witness the formal opening, then attend celebratory performances and puppet shows.
~14:00Expected
Meseváros (Storytown)
Children and families enjoy puppet shows, face painting, crafts, and a festive fair atmosphere.
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May 25 - 26, 2026
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City / Area
Dunajská Streda
Hungarian Minority Region - Trnava Region (Csallóköz area)
Cost
€3 - €4
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