WHAT'S ON
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Planet Budapest Expo, Hungarian Railway Museum
On until 29 March. Planet Budapest is a unique sustainability event with a clear mission: to reach as many people as possible through powerful, immersive experiences that spark learning and real mindset change. More >>
Features
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Hollókő Easter Festival 2026 – A Celebration of Tradition and Spring in Hungary
Experience one of Hungary’s most cherished cultural events of the year — the Hollókő Easter Festival 2026. Set in the enchanting UNESCO World Heritage village of Hollókő, this four-day celebration from 3–6 April 2026 brings Palóc Easter traditions to life with vibrant folklore, music, gastronomy, and age-old customs that will captivate visitors of all ages.
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Ultimate Champions Legends Tournament is Coming to Budapest
Get ready, football fans! One of the most exhilarating events in European club football culture, the Ultimate Champions Legends Tournament (UCLT), is set to light up Budapest this spring (on 29 May).
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Become a Volunteer at the UEFA Champions League Final 2026 in Budapest
In 2026, Budapest will once again host one of the world’s biggest sporting events as the UEFA Champions League Final comes to the Hungarian capital. Organisers are now inviting applications from those who would like to be part of the volunteer team behind this prestigious football showcase.
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Panel Houses in Budapest May Soon Hit Price Ceiling
An analysis from real estate analysis site Ingatlan.com suggests that Budapest's communist-era prefabricated concrete panel‑housing market may soon hit a price ceiling as the Home Start program brings thousands of new, energy‑efficient apartments to market at under HUF 1.5 million/sqm.
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Magyar Tops Orbán in Latest Poll
Some 45% of Hungarians would prefer Péter Magyar as prime minister over Viktor Orbán, while 37% would favour the incumbent and 18% could not choose between the two, according to the results of a survey conducted by the Republikon Institute on February 12 -17.
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Why Counterterrorism Alert Level Raised in Hungary
The Defence Council convened on Saturday and raised the counterterrorism alert level by one step, Prime Minister Viktor Orbán said on Facebook.
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Interviews
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Zoltán Bőhm, President of the Hungarian Pickleball Federation
A few years after my sports injury, my life entered a minor crisis. I was going through a difficult period both at work and in my private life, so I decided to visit the USA. The purpose of my trip was simply to relax and visit distant relatives.
Galleries
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Movies
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Movies now showing in English around Budapest:
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Is This The Most Compelling New Residence in Budapest?
For expats looking to make Budapest their home, finding a residence that truly reflects the city at its best is no simple task. Dorottya Residences, a newly completed premium development in the city centre, offers precisely this opportunity — combining European heritage architecture, modern systems, and sophisticated services in one of the most iconic corners of the Hungarian capital, right in the heart of the international urban life.
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Great Read: Xpat Community E-Magazine, 26 February
The fresh newsletter for the International Community in Hungary - described by readers as a "Great read each week" - is now available for your interest and use via the link below.
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Enjoy Happy Hour at Market1897 by Borbíróság in Budapest
Weekdays just got better! Join in at Market1897 every weekday from 3:00 pm to 5:00 pm for their exclusive Happy Hour.
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