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Xpat Community Newsletter, 31 October

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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. You're warmly invited to the all-inclusive Xpat Charity Party '25 - Bonfire Night Celebration:
Great value Early-Bird Tickets are available in a limited quantity - so it's best to reserve soon.

It's jam packed with fun chances to be a winner, while giving back via local charities like Unicef:
💎 From free casino games to awesome auctions, a foto booth, blind wine tasting + an amazing raffle.

2. Next up, as always there are trending Headlines, essential Info + new Movies & Specials to discover:
➤ Celtic Halloween Celebration, All Saints' Holiday, Top Animal-Friendly Cafés, Sziget's Future Secure?

3. Also below you can see a wide variety of Daily Events - for more just check-out our handy Calendar:
➤ Contemporary Jewelry Week, JazzFest Concert Series, Modern Art Orchestra, Cheap Cinema Tuesday.

We trust you like what’s in it for you this week.
Best wishes, Team XpatLoop.com

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Calendar highlights

Modern Art Orchestra: Erkel Duets

MAO pays tribute to Ferenc Erkel, one of the defining figures in Hungarian music history. This part of the "Tradition Alive in Us" series casts the composer’s most beautiful duets in a new light.

Friday 31 October - Budapest Music Centre

Szeged Contemporary Dance Company: Carmina Burana

A glimpse into the ritual-filled life of barbarians surviving amid civilisation’s ruins, battling fears and fate - which brings both love and joy, as well as sorrow and death.

Saturday 1 November - National Dance Theatre Budapest

Popular Opera: Verdi’s Requiem

Requiem takes on new life as a staged production, transforming this powerful funeral mass into a dramatic, deeply human spectacle that explores emotion, faith, and the universal fear of death through music and theatre.

Sunday 2 November - Opera House Budapest

Jazz Stars: Dave Holland Trio

Holland, discovered by Miles Davis in his twenties, shaped modern jazz from Bitches Brew to avant-garde and fusion. He leads trios and quintets with rhythmic, harmonic mastery.

Monday 3 November - Budapest Jazz Club

Algerian New Wave Music: Imarhan

Imarhan, a leading force in modern Tuareg music, blends desert blues with funk, rock, and hypnotic meditative moods. Known for electrifying live shows, they explore unity and cultural connection, with their latest album featuring.

Tuesday 4 November - House of Music Budapest

Epic Trio Concert: Erika Miklósa, János Balázs, José Cura

These three stars will unite for a unique concert, blending opera, soprano, and piano. Their first joint performance promises a special new musical adventure.

Wednesday 5 November - National Concert Hall Budapest

Specials

A Year of Taste, Style & Soul at Kimpton BEM Budapest

"One year ago, Kimpton BEM Budapest opened its doors and instantly became one of the city’s most distinctive and vibrant boutique hotels. This first anniversary is not just a date on the calendar, it’s a story written together with our guests, day by day, in every flavour, every smile, every moment."

Watch Movies for Less Every Tuesday at ETELE Cinema in Budapest

From ETELE Cinema Budapest Team: We have some great news: from now on, you can enjoy movies at Etele Cinema every Tuesday at a special discounted price!

Halloween & Día de los Muertos at VIBE Budapest

VIBE once again raises the bar for immersive nightlife experiences: On October 31 and November 2, the venue hosts two thematic nights — Halloween Night and Día de los Muertos – The Bright Side of the Beyond — where dining, music, and live performance merge into one seamless, unforgettable story.

Unique Musical Encounter at Grand Finale of 10th Cziffra Festival

On Wednesday 5 November, Müpa’s Bartók Béla National Concert Hall in Budapest will host a once-in-a-lifetime musical event to close the 10th Cziffra Festival. To mark György Cziffra’s 104th birthday, the  venue will be graced by three exceptional artists including tenor José Cura.

WhiskyNet Hungary Insight: Spirits of the Season

The holiday season is all about sharing good moments — and what could be a better gift than a beautifully crafted spirit? Elegant, personal, and full of character, premium whiskies, rums, and gins make memorable presents for friends, family, or even yourself.

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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