Events

Hungary offers exciting events and celebrations throughout the year, from Christmas markets and Easter traditions to music festivals, cultural programmes and seasonal attractions.

In this section, you’ll find guides to annual events, local celebrations and unique experiences that help visitors discover Hungary at different times of the year.

Whether you’re planning a festive winter visit or looking for summer events and cultural programmes, these articles will help you find something memorable to experience.

Christams lights in Budapest

Christmas in Budapest: Things to Do and See During the Festive Season

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There’s something special about Budapest in the weeks leading up to Christmas. The streets light up, shop windows get dressed for the season, and festive decorations bring a special atmosphere to the city. Add a few beautifully decorated squares, a ride on the festive light tram and perhaps an evening at the ice rink, and you have plenty of reasons to enjoy the city at this time of year. read more

Christmas market at the St. Stephen's Basilica

Christmas Markets in Budapest: The Best Christmas Fairs to Visit in 2026

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Budapest is a magical place to visit at Christmas. As the city lights up for the festive season, its squares fill with wooden market stalls, the aroma of mulled wine and freshly baked chimney cake, and the sounds of Christmas music. With historic buildings providing a beautiful backdrop, the Christmas markets in Budapest are a wonderful way to experience the city’s winter atmosphere and discover Hungarian holiday traditions. read more

Thanksgiving in Budapest

Thanksgiving in Budapest

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Thanksgiving was never part of my childhood or a Hungarian family tradition. And yet, for twenty years, it became one of the celebrations I looked forward to every November.
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Día de los Muertos in Budapest

Día de los Muertos in Budapest

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Halloween has become a big part of autumn in Budapest, with costume parties, decorations and themed events popping up all over the city. But in recent years, another celebration has started making an appearance too: Día de los Muertos, the Mexican Day of the Dead. read more

Kempinski Hotels celebrates 125 years of timeless elegance and beautiful performance with Special Offers

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The Kempinski brand, Europe’s oldest luxury hotel collection of individuals marks its 125th birthday with a dedicated website and a collection of ‘125 Anniversary Special’ offers. Since its foundation, Kempinski has provided impeccable personal service and superb hospitality to its guests and has created a legacy of portraying the true meaning of luxury. read more

Christmas Tram No. 2 in Budapest

Christmas tram is back in Budapest

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It might sound like a cliché, but the Western world has got the Christmas fever already. By mid-November, Christmas music begins playing in shops and malls across the cities. And by the time Christmas rolls around you might wish that one-horse open sleigh would run off the road. It makes no difference in Budapest. read more

Festival Latino – July 28, 2019

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Festival Latino is a festival that celebrates Latin-American cuisine and culture in Budapest. It is dedicated for foodies, musicians, dancers, and for those who would like to dive into Latin culture, and passionate about its cuisine and culture. Festival Latino will take place on July 28, 2019 in the breathtaking garden of Havana Salsa Bar & Restaurant (formerly known as La Bodeguita del Medio) in Budapest.

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Latin Fitness Fiesta – SalsaTone Day

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The very first Latin Fitness Day in Hungary with Migue Serra – SalsaTone & other latin workshops, live latin music and healthy South American food, all under one roof. read more

Omara Portuondo – The Last Kiss

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An intimate tour from a universal presence: this is the return of Cuba’s leading lady, Omara Portuondo accompanied by some of her closest friends. read more

Museum of Fine Arts – Reopening

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Museum of Fine Arts (Szépművészeti Múzeum) is located at the Heroes’ Square opposite the Art Gallery. It was built as part of the commemoration of the thousand year anniversary of the settlement of the seven Hungarian tribes in the Carpathian Basin in 896. read more

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