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Xpat Community Newsletter, 8 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.

➤ First up for your interest is a quick look at a great variety of events on in Budapest:
1. 'JazzFest Budapest' - Global Stars & Local Legends - Now On Until 14 May,
2. Asian Street-Food Night Market in Budapest - Now On Daily,
3. 'Taste Finland' Pop-Up Restaurant In Budapest, 10 May,
4. Mongolian Cultural Day, Margaret Island Budapest, 10 May,
5. Chimney Cake Festival, Budapest Zoo & Gardens, 16 - 18 May.

➤ As always below there's fresh News, Information & Inspiration plus new Movies & Specials:
E.g. Gyurcsány Resigns & Divorces, Top Bike Rides, Where are Cheapest New Homes in Budapest?

➤  Plus you can see a great variety of Events for Expats - just a few from the Xpat Calendar:
E.g. Europe Day Celebration, Italian Classics Concert, Dance Drama Ballet, International Poetry...

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

Europe Day Festival to be Held in Downtown Budapest on 11 May

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Calendar highlights

Dance Drama by Ballet Pécs: Faust, the Damned

This impressive production is a genuine treat for fans of music, dance and literature alike. The marvellously enchanting music comes to life with a spectacular set acted out by the dancers of Ballet Pécs.

Thursday 8 May - Festival Theatre Budapest

Puccini's Opera: The Girl of the Golden West

After watching David Belasco's play The Girl of the Golden West on his visit to New York, Puccini set this somewhat unusual love story of the Wild West to music on the opera stage. The dramatic material proved to be a good choice...

Friday 9 May - Opera House Budapest

Community Event: Mongolian Cultural Day

Join in for two unforgettable days of culture, flavour, and music to experience the rich heritage of Mongolia through a vibrant celebration featuring: traditional dishes, clothes, an authentic yurt exhibition and more.

Saturday 10 May - Margaret Island Budapest

International Poetry Festival

The event will feature poetry readings, book signings, Q&A sessions, etc. Poets from Europe will join nine from Hungary. Each reading will be delivered in the poet’s native language, with English translations projected on screen.

Sunday 11 May - Community of Hungarian Journalists

Stars Recitals with Piano: Georg Zeppenfeld

German bass Georg Zeppenfeld focuses on the great oratorios of Bach, Händel, Haydn, Mozart, and Beethoven, and he also regularly gives recitals. In the latter capacity, he will be making his Budapest debut with this piano series.

Monday 12 May - Eiffel Art Studios Budapest

Folk Dance Performance by Danube Art Ensemble: Beautiful Mezőség

From Béla Bartók and Zoltán Kodály and many others, the diverse folk art of the Mezőség has attracted the interest of many collectors. The scenery depicts the rolling Mezőség hills, with abstract sets and monumental, rolling podiums.

Tuesday 13 May - National Dance Theatre Budapest

Italian Classics by MÁV Symphony Orchestra: 'Travels in Italy'

This concert by the MÁV Symphony Orchestra offer a voyage across Italy, first by evoking the celebrated 19th-century double bass virtuoso Giovanni Bottesini with an instrumental excerpt from a Romantic opera of his.

Wednesday 14 May - National Concert Hall Budapest

Specials

Yard Sale, American International School Of Budapest, 25 May

The AISB car park will be full of wonderful items to buy, everything from clothing to household items. It's a great opportunity to come with friends and grab a bargain! There will also be food and drinks available for sale.

Dr. Rose Insight: Lactose Sensitivity & Lactose Intolerance

Lactose intolerance - also known as lactose sensitivity - is the inability to digest lactose, a disaccharide sugar found in milk and certain dairy products. This condition arises from a deficiency or complete absence of lactase, the enzyme responsible for breaking down lactose.

Britannica Budapest Celebrates Graduating Class of 2025

Last week, Britannica International School said goodbye to its graduating Year 13 class with a memorable celebration held on the school balcony, with stunning views over the city, complete with photos, heartfelt speeches, and special presentations.

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

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.

New movies in Budapest