Looking for something fun and cultural to do this summer in Debrecen? Whether you’re here for a semester or the full academic year, the Belvárosi Kertmozi (Downtown Garden Cinema) offers a unique way to enjoy timeless movies, Hungarian culture, and warm summer nights in the heart of the city.
Organized by MODEM, Apolló Cinema, and Főnix Debrecen, the event brings together classic films, art exhibitions, and live music — all set in the beautiful inner garden of MODEM, Debrecen’s center for modern and contemporary art.
Here’s what to expect and mark on your calendar:
Movie schedule & highlights
Location:
MODEM Modern and Contemporary Art Center – Inner Garden
(Rainy day venue: Apolló Cinema or Kölcsey Center, depending on the event)
May 30 | 21:00 – Eat, Pray, Love
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Language: Hungarian with English subtitles
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Genre: Romantic drama
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Duration: 140 minutes
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Age rating: 12+
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Ticket: 2,500 HUF
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July 11 | 20:00 – Exhibition Tour + Romeo and Juliet
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20:00 – Guided tour: Szipál 101 – Light-Life-Legacy photography exhibition
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21:00 – Romeo and Juliet (1968 version)
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Language: Hungarian with English subtitles
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Duration: 138 minutes
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Age rating: 12+
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Ticket: 2,500 HUF
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August 8 | 20:00 – Actress-led Tour + How Could I Live Without You? + Retro Party
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20:00 – Guided tour with actress Franciska Törőcsik at the Hanyas vagy? exhibition
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21:00 – Hungarian musical comedy (Hungarian language only)
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23:00 – Retro party with DJ Sunny
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Film + party ticket: 3,500 HUF
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Full program ticket: 5,000 HUF
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August 29 | 21:00 – Elvis + Concert Party
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Language: English with Hungarian subtitles
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Genre: Biographical musical drama
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Duration: 159 minutes
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23:30 – Live Elvis tribute concert & party with Gábor Szilágyi
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Ticket: 3,500 HUF
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Ticket info
Tickets are available online at modemart.jegy.hu or in person at the MODEM ticket desk. Doors open 30 minutes before each program begins.
Please note: By attending, you agree that photos and videos may be taken for promotional use by MODEM.
Why you’ll love it as a student
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Enjoy films in both English and Hungarian (many with subtitles).
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Experience Hungarian art, film, and music in one evening.
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The open-air garden setting offers a cozy, social vibe—perfect for making memories with classmates or new friends.
So grab a blanket, invite your roommates, and spend an unforgettable summer night at MODEM’s Downtown Garden Cinema!
