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Xpat Community Newsletter, 19 February

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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.

➤ Here's a quick look at 6 exciting events for your free-time enjoyment this month:
* Kurtág 100 Festival, 18 – 20 Feb. / Finnish Film Days in Budapest, 18 - 22 Feb.
* V4 Dance Weekend in Budapest, 20 - 22 Feb. / Winter Night Of Choirs, 22 Feb.
* Biggest Art Fair in Hungary, 26 Feb - 1 March / Indian Film Festival, 27 Feb - 1 March

➤ Next, as always there are trending Headlines, essential Info and new Movies & Specials to discover:
E.g. Taste Balaton Festival Returns Soon, Castle Bath in Gyula Fully Revamped, Summary of Salary Trends.

➤ Also below you can see a wide variety of Daily Events - for more check-out our handy Calendar:
E.g. Carnival of Passion & Elegance, A Macabre Cabaret: Russian Roulette, V4 International Ballet Gala.

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

Travel Exhibition, Hungexpo Budapest, 19 - 22 February

Hungary’s largest tourism event, the Travel Exhibition, returns to HUNGEXPO in February 2026, bringing a world of travel inspiration under one roof.

Alongside the main exhibition, visitors can explore the Caravan Salon, E-bike Test & Show and the Budapest Boat Show — all with a single ticket. From dream holidays to active adventures on land and water, it’s the perfect place to plan your 2026 travels in one inspiring weekend.

BREAKING | news & more

Over 40,000 Hungarians Emigrate Annually

HUF 3 Billion Investment Elevates Gyula Castle Bath

New EC Study Shows Hungary is Poorest EU Member State

Themes Revealed for Hungarian State Opera Season 2026/27

Netanyahu Revealed as a Speaker at CPAC Hungary 2026 this March

Confectioneries in Hungary Now Included in New Catering Sector Support Plan by Gov't

Summary of Salary Trends in Hungary: Wage Growth Now Slowing

Beyond the Beach: Taste Balaton Festival Returns This March

Over 800km of Roads in Hungary to be Replaced this Year

'Peace March' in Budapest on 15 March

Mayor in Hungary Shot in Head

Calendar highlights


	Musical & More - Carnival of Passion & Elegance Masked musical gala with hits from Phantom, Romeo & Juliet and Cats, plus international favourites. Starring award-winning Andrea Mahó and tenor Gábor Kovács, with elegant dining and optional Bridgerton-style attire. Thursday 19 February - Orfeum Budapest
	Indie Rehab vs Lithium Night The hits of Lithium parties and the favourite tracks of Indie Rehab in one party. "Buy one, get one free." Friday 20 February - A38 Ship Budapest
	A Macabre Cabaret: Russian Roulette Shake off winter blues with Russian Roulette: a night of sharp sketch, satire and wild improvisation where the audience decides who earns the rites of Spring. Expect the unexpected – spin the wheel and join the havoc! Saturday 21 February - Brody House Budapest
	V4 International Ballet Gala Celebrate V4 cultural unity with a spectacular International Ballet Gala featuring star soloists from the Czech, Polish, Slovak and Hungarian national ballets, plus rising talents in an evening of classical highlights and duets. Sunday 19 February - National Dance Theatre Budapest
	Contemporary Performance by Dollardaddy After years apart, dollardaddy’s founders Emőke Kiss-Végh and Tamás Ördög reunite for their most personal work yet. Following a Japan residency, they return to Trafó in Fall 2025 with a raw, intimate new performance. Monday 23 February - Trafó Budapest
	Piano Bar Night - French Chansons, Bossa Nova & Hungarian Songs An evening of bar piano favourites: film scores, jazz standards, classic hits and Hungarian evergreens, performed by Sándor Csipkés. Enjoy tapas-style bites and a curated wine selection for the perfect night out. Tuesday 24 February - House of Hungarian Music Budapest
	French Classical Evening with National Philharmonic Orchestra French elegance meets romance: Debussy and Saint-Saëns come alive with the Hungarian National Philharmonic Orchestra, led by legendary 90-year-old Jean-Claude Casadesus, featuring rising star cellist Aurélien Pascal. Wednesday 25 February - National Concert Hall Budapest

Specials

	UK Boarding School Showcase Event For over 29 years, Metropolis Education has been guiding families towards the right UK boarding school. With connections to around 200 leading independent schools, they provide honest, expert advice to make the school search process smoother and more personal.
	Smart Travel: New Corporate Program for Companies with EVA Air Ready to start smart travel? BIZFAM: the new corporate program of EVA Air dedicated to companies.
	Early Years Stay & Play Morning at BISB, 27 February Join in to experience The British International School Budapest's play based teaching and learning provision in their purpose built Early Years centre. You can meet their academic leadership team, as well as the caring Early Years teaching staff.

New movies in Budapest


Scarlet	Crime 101	Wuthering Heights