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Xpat Community Newsletter, 12 March

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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 for your interest are 3 Fresh Interviews with leading locals you may know, or want to know:
➤ President of American Chamber of Commerce in Hungary: Ákos Janza,
➤ Founder & Editor-in-Chief of HungarianWines.eu: Ágnes Németh,
➤ President of Hungarian Pickleball Federation: Zoltán Bőhm.

2. Next, as always there are trending Headlines, essential Info and new Movies & Specials to discover:
➤ Guide to 15 March Holiday, Counterterrorism Level Raised, New 'Reliable Room Rentals' Scheme.

3. Also below you can see a wide variety of Daily Events - for more check-out our handy Calendar:
➤ 'Coffee is King' Exhibition, 'Danube Dance' Showcase, Space Age Expo, Russian Classical Music Fest.

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

What You Need to Know: 15 March National Holiday in Hungary

On 15 March 1848, as part of the wave of revolutions sweeping across Europe, a revolution broke out in Pest-Buda.

This year, main events of the national holiday will begin on March 14, with the Kossuth and Szechenyi awards being presented in Parliament. The Hungarian flag will be raised in Kossuth Square at 7.30am on March 15, and a commemorative ceremony will begin at the same location at 1pm, including PM's speech.

BREAKING | news & more

New Car Fuel Price Limits Imposed in Hungary

Update: Why Counterterrorism Alert Level Raised in Hungary

Local Space Age Stories Come Alive at New Exhibition in Budapest

5 Children of Orbán Threatened by Ukraine's KARMA in Shocking Video

New 'Reliable Room Rental' Scheme in Budapest, as Home Rental Rates Rise Again

'Danube Dance' Showcase at Hungarian National Theatre: Jelen/Lét Festival, 14 - 22 March

Watch DW Documentary: Same-Sex Relationships in Budapest & LGBTQ+ Resistance to Orbán

Only Two Local Taxi Firms Survive in Budapest as Uber & Bolt Control 70% of Market

New Wave of High-End Hotels in Budapest Opening Due to Booming Demand

Russian Classical Music Festival in Budapest & Debrecen, 12 - 26 March

Quick Vivicittá Guide: Spring's Largest Running Festival in Budapest

'Coffee is King' Exhibition Now Open in Budapest

Why Moody's Just Downgraded Budapest

Calendar highlights


	Classical Concert: Rehearsal Room Secrets Pianist Várallyay Kinga, violinist Korossy-Khayll Csongor, and cellist Dolfin Balázs perform Schumann masterpieces, revealing their rehearsal process and how they align ideas while exploring musical challenges and interpretations. Thursday 12 March - House of Music Budapest
	Beatles Evergreens: Candlestick Park 60 Candlestick Park 60 brings back the final stadium era of the Beatles with a faithful live recreation of their 1966 Candlestick Park concert by The Bits. Friday 13 March - Muzikum, Budapest
	Jazz Concert: Ches Smith Four composer-improvisers are exploring Ches Smith’s new works with guitars, bass, drums, synths, and live sampling, merging composition and improvisation in a dynamic interplay of coherence, chaos, and musical chemistry. Saturday 14 March - Opus Jazz Club Budapest
	Folk Dance: State Folk Ensemble: Hungarian Rhapsody This piece brings folk traditions to life through dance, blending acrobatics, lyrical and couple dances, csárdás and verbunkos music, with choreographies inspired by Hungarian peasant culture and classical influences. Sunday 15 March - Hungarian Heritage House
	Multi-Instrumental Concert: Petra Várallyay - Circles in Motion Multi-award-winning violinist and composer Petra Várallyay performs solo, blending modal jazz, Balkan rhythms, and Eastern scales with violin, piano, and vocals, showcasing her fusion of classical, jazz, and improvisation. Monday 16 March - Budapest Jazz Club
	Contemporary Ballett: Timeless Show Timeless features works by van Manen, Lukács, and Kylián, blending technical virtuosity with music from Satie, Glass, and Mozart in four plotless yet expressive ballets. Tuesday 17 March - Opera House Budapest
	Organ Concert: Dances from Bach to Piazzolla Organist Vincent Dubois and accordionist Marie-Andrée Joerger perform together, pairing organ and accordion in a vibrant programme from Bach to Piazzolla, with works by Saint-Saëns, Ravel, Debussy and Fauré. Wednesday 18 March - National Concert Hall Budapest

Specials

	Open Day @ Britannica International School Budapest, 25 March Invitation from Britannica Team: Discover why Britannica International School is the perfect fit for your child's education. As Hungary's longest established British international school, Britannica is fully accredited to deliver high-quality British education for students aged 5-18. Tap headline to learn more!
	Enjoy A Special Culinary Experience at Market1897 by Borbíróság Between 12-29 March Step into a world of seasonal flavours and contemporary elegance as Market1897 by Borbíróság proudly joins DiningCity Restaurant Week with a thoughtfully curated, limited-time menu.
	Are You Missing UK TV In Hungary? Here's Your Solution! This TV service for expats in Hungary gives you all UK channels, and stations from other counties including the USA, plus the latest films and box series ..it’s simple to set up with 3 leads (power, HDMI, Internet) and you’re away.
	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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