WHAT'S ON
contemporary, classical & community events for expats-
Back in Budapest: Banff Mountain Film Festival, 23 - 25 September
Mountain biking in the Himalayas, a 1,300-metre climbing challenge in Patagonia, a 69-day Arctic expedition and downhill skateboarding on Alpine roads are among the adventures featured in this year's Banff Mountain Film Festival World Tour which is visiting Budapest again. More >>
Features
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Growing Business Confidence in Hungary - GKI
Business sentiment improved and consumer confidence was little changed in Hungary in September, a monthly gauge by economic research institute GKI shows.
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EBRD Sees Hungary's Economy Expanding in 2026 & 2027
The European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (EBRD) forecasts Hungary's GDP will grow by 1.8pc in 2026 and 2.5pc in 2027 in its latest Regional Economic Prospects report released.
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Top 7 + 1 Less-Obvious Hungarian Restaurants in Budapest
For expats looking to explore beyond the obvious local eateries in the capital, here’s a hand-picked list of great Hungarian restaurants worth considering - ranging from cosy neighbourhood places serving hearty dishes to more refined restaurants with contemporary interpretations of Hungarian cooking.
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Wildlife Conservation Showcase at Budapest Zoo on World Animal Day
Visitors can meet experienced wildlife rescuers, conservation experts and key environmental organisations at Budapest Zoo and Botanical Garden on Saturday 3 October, when a special programme will bring Hungary's wildlife protection efforts into focus in an engaging way.
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Luxury Car, Hunting Trips & UK Consultancy Exposed at Hungarian MoD
The previous leadership of the ministry of defence spent around 12 billion forints (EUR 33m) on a consultancy contract with a British firm, and the money was spent, amongst other things, on regulations, management training and even a uniform that was ultimately never adopted, Minister of Defence Romulusz Ruszin-Szendi said.
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Organic Product Sales in Hungary Growing Significantly
The sales of organic products in Hungary rose by 28pc between 2023 and 2025, almost double the pace of growth for the food and beverage market as a whole during that period, the Research Institute of Organic Agriculture (OMKi) told MTI.
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Interviews
insights into the lives of expats & local leaders-
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Bernadett Dubovszky, Gardener in Budapest
Bernadett is a District 12 resident and a happy mom of two. After spending decades in the corporate world as an economist, she decided to bring her fluent English and sharp problem-solving skills from the office into the fresh air. She focuses on helping expat families keep their Buda gardens beautiful and tidy.
Galleries
see what happened & who was there
Movies
see trailers & reviews so you know what to watchShowtime Guide
Movies now showing in English around Budapest:
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Specials
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Open Day @ Britannica International School in Budapest on 14 October
Britannica is delighted to invite prospective families to their upcoming Open Day. Choosing the right school is a big decision. That’s why this Open Days is thoughtfully focused on helping you better understand why Britannica might be the right fit for your child's learning journey.
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LIWO Insight: Cleaners Walk the Distance to the Moon Every Day
Many of us take tidy offices, clean public transport vehicles and well-maintained public spaces for granted. Yet we rarely stop to think about the people whose work makes all this possible. World Cleanup Day, observed on September 19, is an opportunity to pause for a moment and recognize the professionals whose dedication helps make our surroundings safer, cleaner and more livable every single day.
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Great Read: Xpat Community E-Magazine, 17 September
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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