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  • Ukrainians Not Asians Fill Seasonal Labour Gap in Hungary

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    • 8 Jul 2026 9:13 AM

    Ukrainian guest workers are likely to account for the largest share of seasonal agricultural labour in Hungary, particularly in the harvesting of elderberries, peppers and peaches, according to employment agency Menton Jobs.

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    • 8 Jul 2026 9:01 AM

    A trip to Lake Balaton has long been synonymous with classic beachside dining, where traditional favorites like lángos, fish soup, and gyros share the spotlight with the ever-popular hamburger.

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    • 8 Jul 2026 8:19 AM

    Following in the footsteps of Jason Momoa, another Hollywood star is bringing his music to the Akvárium Club: Keanu Reeves' band Dogstar will perform in Budapest for the first time in their history on July 18 next year.

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    Global stars Rick Astley, Matt Bianco, Earth, Wind and Fire Experience, Gregory Porter and Ella Eyre will be among the headliners at the 14th Paloznak Jazz Picnic between August 6 - 8 this year.

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  • Morrissey Returns to Budapest on 12 July

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    The voice of a generation, legendary singer Morrissey returns to Budapest for the third time. After 11 years, now he's live at Barba Negra on July 12, 2026.

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    • 7 Jul 2026 10:53 AM

    Held annually on the second weekend of July, the International Palace Games of Visegrád stands as Hungary’s largest medieval festival.

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    Apricot Season Starts in Hungary with Cheaper Prices

    • 7 Jul 2026 10:38 AM

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    Extreme Weather Brings Hungary's Harvest Weeks Early

    • 7 Jul 2026 10:19 AM

    Agriculture has always been a cornerstone of the Hungarian countryside, but this year’s summer harvest has laid bare the mounting challenges of climate change.

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    Balaton Boat Services Extended for Busy Summer Season

    • 7 Jul 2026 9:22 AM

    Lake Balaton remains the quintessential summer escape for the international community in Hungary, and this season offers more reasons than ever to explore its waters.

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    Official Review of Dog Shelters in Hungary to Start

    • 7 Jul 2026 9:03 AM

    Laszlo Gajdos, the minister of the living environment, said on Facebook on Monday that a nationwide assessment of dog shelters will get under way.

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    • 7 Jul 2026 8:51 AM

    Work on the second phase of the Buda integrated tram network may start in autumn with 32 billion forints (EUR 80m) in EU funding, the Budapest Transport Centre (BKK) said in a statement on Monday.

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