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Xpat Community Newsletter, 15 May

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Welcome & thanks for enjoying a moment of inspiration here with fellow Xpats in the Loop!
You're in good company with 1000's of expats + top locals in this cosmopolitan community.

1. First is a quick look at a wide range of exciting happenings for your free-time enjoyment:

➤ Chimney Cake Festival, Budapest Zoo, 16 - 18  May,
➤ Open Breweries Day - All Around Hungary, 17 May,
➤ Night of Art Cinemas in Budapest, 17 - 18 May,
➤ Special Artefacts Festival in Budapest, 22 - 24 May,
➤ Budapest100 Festival to Open Green Spaces, 22 - 24 May.

2. As always below there's fresh News, Information & Inspiration plus new Movies & Specials:
➤ Sziget Face-lift Revealed, Xploring Sopron Guide, Expats Win National Rugby Championship...

3. Plus you can see a great variety of Events for Expats - just a few from the Xpat Calendar:
➤ Hungarian Press Photo Exhibition, American Jazz & Soul Gig, Astro-Landscape Exhibition...

Here's wishing you a great weekend - for inspiration about top trips around Hungary see here.
If you need a car, Budget is giving readers 15% off daily rentals - limited offer, book by end May!

Yours with best wishes,
Team XpatLoop

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Calendar highlights

Giuseppe Verdi's Drama: Don Carlo

Verdi took Schiller’s drama, a work whose nearly every line is permeated with social and political ideas, and poured it into music in a way that emphasises individual emotions and spiritual vibrations.

Thursday 15 May - Opera House Budapest

Chimney Cake Festival's Spring Edition

Now in its fifth year, this smaller sibling of one of Hungary’s most beloved culinary events welcomes chimney cake fans, families, children, and anyone enchanted by the golden, fragrant allure of this traditional treat.

Friday 16 May - Budapest Zoo

American Jazz & Soul by Gregory Porter

Porter is a global phenomenon, one of the few performers who can bring contemporary jazz to the masses with her music.

Saturday 17 May - Margaret Island

'The Sky Above Veszprém' – Astro-Landscape Exhibition

Planet Lens both inspires action and showcases the beauty of nature through the finest international and Hungarian films and photographs - works will be screened or exhibited outdoors during the event.

Sunday 18 May - Veszprém

Gallery Concert – The Sound of the Organ in a New Dimension

The academic researcher and dedicated performer of early keyboard music Hedvig Jakab will offer us a sumptuous selection of the treasures of four centuries of organ literature from early Baroque to the present day.

Monday 19 May - National Concert Hall Budapest

Hungarian Press Photo Exhibition

The Photojournalists’ Section of the Competition is a showcase of the most interesting Hungarian press photos taken in 2024. The 16 categories of the competition attracted 282 photographers with 2,566 entries and 7,438 images.

Tuesday 20 May - Capa Center Budapest

Falka - The Open Band

The band's programme consists of compositions by members or others that are easy to take in, and even pieces inspired by the moment, born on the spot, including free elements, written parts and easy-to-learn melodies. But it's all about being together: building community, flying, shouting, singing, dancing and clapping together...

Wednesday 21 May - Opus Jazz Club Budapest

Specials

Gourmet Night at ETELE Cinema Budapest, 29 May

Get ready for a special evening on the Premium level, where cinema meets gourmet dining. On May 29, the Gourmet Night event returns, elevating your movie experience to a whole new level.

Essential Colonoscopy for Expats: A Helpful Guide for Early Detection

Robert, a 52-year-old father of two living in Hungary, had delayed his colonoscopy for over a year. Even though he felt perfectly fine, the thought of the procedure made him uneasy. However, after some gentle nudging from his wife and a friendly reminder from his GP during his annual check-up, he decided it was time to book the appointment.

Champions League Final Watch Party, Kimpton BEM Budapest

Get ready to huddle up with fellow fans for an epic night of football, food, and fun! Whether you're here for the goals or the treats, this "Goal Fest & Cheers" event has it all at this five star venue on 31 May.

15% Off: Daily Car Rental Deal for Readers of XpatLoop from Budget

Budget Car Rental is giving readers of XpatLoop.com an exclusive 15% discount - just use the discount code XPAT when booking. Whether you're planning a weekend getaway or need a car for last-minute errands, Budget Hungary has convenient and flexible daily car rental options with competitive prices to suit every expat and also smart locals.

Job Opportunity: Content Manager @ XpatLoop.com

The successful candidate will work closely with the Managing Director and the media partners, writers, photographers of XpatLoop. The main responsibilities and requirements of this key member of the team are summarised in this article.

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