Last year, more than 330,000 visitors attended the event, Hanko said. "The Night of Museums is a miracle when hundreds of thousands visit our museums in the whole Carpathian Basin."

"Visiting museums is a programme for young people, children, families and generations," he said, where "we experience all that makes us a nation, all that makes us Hungarians."

"This year is special" as programmes of the memorial year marking the 200th anniversary of the birth of author Mor Jokai are also joining the event, he added.

Here Are Some Handy Tips for Your Cultural One-Night Stand

What do you need to enjoy an evening packed with unforgettable experiences on June 21? In Budapest, just one Night of Musemus wristband opens the door — but before you set off into the night, it’s worth planning your route carefully. After all, over 400 institutions across the country are waiting for culture lovers with nearly 2,500 programs as part of Hungary’s largest and most popular cultural festival.

If you want to join in the fun on Night of Museums, here’s all you need to do:

In Budapest:

1. Download the “EVENT@HAND MUZEJ” smartphone app or visit muzej.hu
2. Choose your favorite programs 
3. Organize them into your preferred schedule
4. Register for any programs that require it
5. Plan your transport by checking muzej.hu/busz-lines
6. Buy your Muzej wristband online at Jegymester or at any participating museum
7. Enjoy a night full of culture and energy!

Outside Budapest:

1. Download the “EVENT@HAND MUZEJ” smartphone app or visit muzej.hu
2. Select your favorite programs 
3. Organize them the way you like
4. Purchase entry tickets directly at the participating museum
5. Enjoy the cultural buzz all night long!

In Budapest, access to Night of Museums venues and exhibitions is granted via a unified wristband. An adult wristband costs 3,000 HUF, the children’s wristband (ages 6–18) is 1,500 HUF.

You can buy wristbands in advance at jegymester.hu or at any participating museum in Budapest. The wristband is valid at all participating institutions in the capital on this night.

If you buy your Night of Museums ticket via a museum’s own website or webshop, you’ll need to collect your wristband at that specific museum — check with the venue for details on how and when to pick it up.
Outside of Budapest, tickets are sold at each participating institution individually.

Don’t forget: in Budapest, keep your wristband handy; outside the capital, your valid ticket is your key in.

For the best experience, download the EVENT@HAND MUZEJ app — or just browse the official event site at muzej.hu. You’ll find detailed program listings searchable by location, date, or type. You can also mark favorites, create and edit your own list, and even print it. Once you’ve curated your must-sees, all that’s left is figuring out how to get to as many venues as possible.

In Budapest, BKK’s special Muzej shuttle buses will help you do just that. With your wristband, you can ride these seven-route circuits for free, reaching all the city’s major museums with ease.

Don’t forget — on June 21, an unforgettable cultural night awaits you with:

• Guided tours
• Film screenings
• Concerts
• Workshops
• Interactive events
• Family and children’s programs
• And surprise experiences!
 

All you need is:

• A wristband in Budapest or a ticket outside the capital
• A hand-picked list of your favorite events via the app or website
• A well-planned route, on your own or with help from the BKK shuttle service

It’s really not that complicated — and it’s definitely worth it. Because on June 21 from 6:00 PM till dawn, everything comes alive at the Night of Musems!

More: 
muzej.hu/en

Source: MTI – Hungary’s national news agency since 1881. While MTI articles are usually factual, some may contain political bias, and readers should be aware that such content does not reflect the position of XpatLoop, which is neutral and independent.

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