Festive Concert by Budapest Philharmonic Orchestra

The Hungarian National Philharmonic Orchestra has been one of Hungary’s leading symphony orchestras for over ninety years. In the past 15 years the orchestra has given over 350 concerts in some 40 countries...

17 November - Liszt Academy Budapest

Dance Performance: 'Sweat Baby Sweat'

This performance created by Jan Martens is a look at love, beyond all the clichés, in which a man and a woman combine acrobatic strength with mental vulnerability.

18 November - Trafó Budapest

'Vive Le Jazz!' Festival Presents: Drôles De Dames

Completely improvised music which evokes the feel of having been composed, and contains many references to pop culture and jazz.

19 November - Opus Jazz Club Budapest

Song Recital: Waltraud Meier & Samuel Hasselhorn

Legendary dramatic soprano Waltraud Meier and her compatriot up-and-coming baritone Samuel Hasselhorn step on the stage to perform a special selection of German Lieder, including the works of Mahler.

20 November - State Opera House Budapest

Festive Shopping: Vörösmarty Classic Xmas Market

As always here you can meet dozens of artisan exhibitors, and also take part in real gastro adventures. The monumental Christmas tree is always enchanting, and the small locomotive can be used free of charge.

21 November - Vörösmarty Square Budapest

Folk Dance: Hungarian National Dance Ensemble's 'Winter Dance'

Join to enjoy the atmosphere of nights in the village spinning halls of long ago, the merry events of the festival of St Lucia, the “witch dance” linked to the realm of superstition, and the traditional Nativity play.

22 November - National Dance Theatre Budapest

World Music Concert: Kerekes Band

The journey of the two-time Phonogram award-winning Kerekes Band spans more than 27 years, from the sultry dance halls of Gyimes in Moldavia to the big stages of world music.

23 November - A38 Ship Budapest