WHAT'S ON
contemporary, classical & community events for expats-
Special Advent Light Installations Diverse Festive Program in Budapest's City Park
A free light park, unique in the country, and a diverse range of festive programs, including several free events, await families in the City Park during the Advent period. More >>
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Budapest's Hotel Market Set to Beat Record High - Where Most Foreigner Visitors Come from Revealed
Budapest's hotel market is expected to beat its pre-pandemic guest night record in 2025, property consultancy CBRE said in an analysis on Wednesday.
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Forint Reaches 18-Month High
The forint exchange rate has been hovering around its strongest level in a year and a half this week, trading near 385.4 against the euro on Wednesday, Portfolio reports.
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Orbán to Meet Trump Soon?
Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orbán will visit Washington, D.C., on November 7 for talks with U.S. President Donald Trump at the White House, government officials confirmed on Thursday.
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Open Morning at The British International School Budapest on 27 November
Join in and experience our teaching and learning provision across our Primary school, meet our academic leadership team and exceptional teaching staff, and meet our student leaders who will give you a tour of our purpose-built campus.
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New Home Builds Fall but Permit Issues Rise in Hungary
New home builds slipped, but permits issued for residential construction climbed in Q1-Q3 from the same period a year earlier, data released by the Central Statistics Office (KSH) show.
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Enjoy 20% Off: Sunday Brunch at Dorothea Hotel in Budapest
Celebrate every Sunday with a feast of flavors at Pavilon Restaurant & Bar! There’s no better way to spend a Sunday than gathering with family and friends over an abundant brunch table. What's-more, you can get 20% off by using the code XPAT20.
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Interviews
insights into the lives of expats & local leaders-
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Agnes Szikra, Artist & Art Instructor in Budapest
Agnes is a Budapest-born and based artist whose painting practice is complemented by several years of dedicated work as an art instructor.
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:
- any time
- in the morning
- in the afternoon
- in the evening
Specials
invitations, deals & more from our partners-
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EVA AIR Introduces Its New Premium Economy Class On Direct Flights from Vienna to Taipei
From 3 November 2025, EVA AIR passengers are able to enjoy a completely new experience on direct flights between Vienna and Taipei: the airline's Boeing 787-9 aircraft has a new Premium Economy cabin, which combines comfort, space and modern on-board services as the perfect transition between Economy and Business Class.
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Great Read: Xpat Community E-Magazine, 5 December
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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Festive Experiences from Advent to New Year’s Eve at Matild Palace Budapest
Matild Palace, a Luxury Collection Hotel, Budapest, once again awaits its guests with enchanting experiences: during the festive season, one of the city’s most impressive landmarks will glow with warm lights, delightful aromas, and exceptional gastronomic creations.
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