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Xpat Community Newsletter, 27 August

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Welcome & thanks for sharing a moment here - with the largest international community in Hungary.
➤ You're in good company with many 1000's of expats + top local readers of 25-year-old XpatLoop.

1. As ever, you can see fresh Headlines, essential Intel, + new Movies & Specials to discover:
➤ Free Events: Bartók Fest, Retro Market at Memento Park, Property Hotspots for Foreigners.

2. Next up, here's an invitation for you to Showcase Your Business to Expats in the Loop:
➤ If you want to reach tens of thousands of high-value readers of XpatLoop just contact us.

3. Also, there are a Great Variety of Events for your interest — see Calendar for more like:
➤ Free Andrássy150 Festival, Night of Zoos, Techno Yoga, Heavy Metal Legend, INOTA Fest.

We hope you like what’s in it for you. Your feedback is always welcome. Best wishes, Team XpatLoop

Andrássy150: Music, Art & Events on Budapest’s Key Boulevard

Now on until 6 September, the Andrássy150 festival features art exhibitions, special performances and community events marking 150 years since Andrássy Avenue opened.

It offers expats a great opportunity to experience the boulevard’s great history, architecture and contemporary cultural scene through a programme that is largely free of charge.

BREAKING | news & more

Free Events: Bartók Fest in Budapest, 29 August

Updated: Bottle & Can Returns Hit Record Levels in Hungary

Find Socialist-Era Treasures at Memento Park’s First Retro Market

Insider’s Guide: Budapest’s Annual Junk Collection System - Lomtalanítás

Cultural Celebrations to Mark 500th Anniversary of Fateful Battle in Mohács

Budapest Zoo Hosts 'Night of Zoos' with Special Programs Tonight

Analysis: Home Prices in Hungary Climb - Market at a Turning Point?

Property Hotspots in Hungary for Foreign Buyers Revealed by NBH

Base Rate Cut by NBH as Inflation Undershoots Forecasts

Insider’s Guide: How to Handle Sick Leave in Hungary

Calendar highlights


	Progressive Metal Gig: SOEN The Swedish band present their new album Reliance, bringing intense energy, intricate metal musicianship, and atmospheric post-rock soundscapes to this floating stage. Thursday 27 August - A38 Budapest
	SZIN: Youth Music Festival Set along shaded riverside banks, Hungary’s iconic end-of-summer gathering features over 200 acts across multiple open-air stages, celebrating youth culture with an easy-going, eco-conscious party vibe. Friday 25 August - Szeged
	INOTA Festival: Electronic Music & Audio-Visual Art Set inside towering cooling towers and massive turbine halls, this contemporary event pairs avant-garde light installations with cutting-edge techno, ambient and experimental electronic soundscapes. Saturday 27 August - Várpalota
	Country-Folk Concert: The White Buffalo Known for gritty cinematic tunes featured in cult television series, the American singer-songwriter brings his dark, soulful fusion of Americana, outlaw country, and roots rock to the outdoor stage. Sunday 30 August - Dürer Kert Budapest
	Classical Concert: Danube String Orchestra Enjoy fantastic concerts in the beautiful Neo-Gothic Matthias Church in the Buda Castle District. Classical concerts are available throughout the year, including some free concerts too. Monday 31 August - Matthias Church Budapest
	Heavy Metal Legend: Judas Priest The British heavy metal pioneers deliver a high-energy show on their European tour, combining genre-defining classics with tracks from their critically acclaimed latest album, Invincible Shield. Tuesday 1 September - Budapest Aréna
	Techno Yoga: Season Opener Neon body painting sets the stage for a dynamic, high-energy session led by DJ SABIRA, blending active poses under UV lights with 'deep techno relaxation'. Wednesday 2 September - Akvárium Klub Budapest

Specials

	Specials Tasting: Wolfgang Puck & Byron Lazaroff-Puck at Spago Alongside London, Maui, Singapore, Shanghai, Bahrain and Las Vegas, Spago Budapest is joining Wolfgang Puck and Byron Lazaroff-Puck’s international Generational Tasting Tour. Click this headline to know more.
	VRG Insight: Accounting as a Tool for Security & Better Decisions Many businesses still treat accounting mainly as a compliance function: invoices are collected, tax returns are filed, taxes are paid and the annual financial statements are prepared.
	Market 1897: Wine Happy Hour, Tapas Deals & Blackboard Specials For expats looking for an after-work drink, a quick bite or a longer evening over food and wine, Market 1897 by Borbíróság has several special options to choose from throughout the week.
	'Meet the Teacher' at BISB: Sarah Che As the British International School Budapest prepares for another exciting school year, they are welcoming a number of talented new teachers to their school community - including Sarah a new Economics teacher.
	Émile: A Hidden Gem of Pasarét in Budapest Some restaurants make a lasting impression from the very first visit and than gradually become part of your life — a place where birthdays are celebrated, Sunday brunch turns into a cherished tradition, and conversations over coffee always seem to last a little longer.
	Sauska Starts English-Language Cellar Tours in Historic Budafok Multi-award-winning Hungarian winery Sauska is expanding its English-language programme with regular guided tours of its sparkling wine cellar in Budafok. The new tours offer expats in Hungary a chance to explore the district’s underground cellar network while discovering how Sauska produces its popular traditional-method sparkling wines.
	Want 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. Includes live Premier League Football too!

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