Introduction: This study examines the effectiveness of local community cultural service providers in Hungary, focusing on how community venues and public cultural institutions contribute to cultural learning. Methods: A time-series analysis was conducted based on OSAP 1438 cultural statistical data collected between 2014 and 2023. The dataset includes a wide range of indicators related to the performance of public cultural service providers, such as the number of regular cultural activities, educational events, dissemination sessions, camps, services, and visitor attendance. The analysis focused on selected indicators most relevant to non-formal and cultural learning, enabling a comparative assessment of the effectiveness of the two provider types. Results: The analysis highlights that while both types of providers play a significant role in promoting cultural learning, public cultural institutions tend to reach wider audiences and offer more structured educational programmes. Community venues, however, show greater stability over time and are more deeply embedded in local communities, especially in smaller settlements. Discussion: Public cultural institutions are more vulnerable to socio-economic changes, such as rising operational costs and the effects of the pandemic, whereas community venues maintain a more balanced and continuous presence. Their local embeddedness contributes to their resilience and consistent activity. Limitations: The study is limited by the potential inconsistencies in self-reported data and by the exclusion of data from cultural NGOs, which may affect the comprehensiveness of the findings. Conclusions: The research provides a comprehensive overview of the role of public cultural service providers in promoting cultural learning and community education in Hungary. The findings confirm that both community venues and public cultural institutions play essential roles in supporting lifelong learning, cultural engagement, and social cohesion. The study also emphasizes that cultural learning is effectively embedded in both types of provision, contributing to the preservation of cultural heritage, promotion of civic values, and development of cooperative communities. Overall, both forms of public community cultural service provision are effective and complementary, and their joint contribution is vital to strengthening cultural identity and fostering inclusive, community-based lifelong learning across Hungary.