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XpatLoop Community Newsletter, 28 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.

1. First up are 3 Fresh Interviews with fascinating expats you may know, or want to know:
➤ Juan Blasco: Long-Distance Runner, Teacher in Hungary
➤ Cornell Voeller, Major, The Salvation Army Hungary
➤ Surprising Expats: Lina Chilra, Singer in Budapest

2. Next, as always there are trending Headlines, essential Info, + new Movies & Specials to discover:
E.g. Car-Free Waterfront Expanded, Parking Fee Increase, Top Flights from BUD & Best Pálinka Revealed.

3. Also below you can see a wide variety of Events - for more check-out our handy Calendar:
E.g. Free Family-Friendly Celebration, Rock Tribute Concert, Classical Drama, Modern Dance.

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

Free 4-Day 'Champions Festival' at Heroes’ Square in Budapest

The official UEFA Champions Festival will transform one of Budapest’s best-known public spaces into a giant football fan zone from Thursday 28 May until Sunday 31 May.

This free fest will feature live music as well as football activities, plus appearances by football legends across four days as the city hosts the 2026 UEFA Champions League Final.

Read on for a Day-by-Day Guide and key details of Special Public Transport Changes.

BREAKING | news & more

Car-Free Access Extended Along Danube Embankment

Passenger Numbers Up at BUD Airport - Top Destinations Revealed

Best Pálinka in Hungary Plus Top Brandy Bonbons Unveiled at Gyula Festival

Increased Parking Fees in Budapest Soon to Accompany Scrapping Parking Meters

Treason Allegations Aimed at New Deputy PM of Hungary in 'Unsigned Letter' Rebuffed

'Serious Irregularities' Revealed with Diplomatic Passports in Hungary - Inc Many Foreigners

ICC Welcomes Hungary's U-Turn on Withdrawing from International Criminal Court

Catering Crisis: Why So Many Cafés & Restaurants in Hungary are Closing

Why Zelensky Handed Over 'Savior City' Prize to Budapest Mayor

Billions in Cultural Grants Returned Amid Scandal in Hungary

Major 'Book of Revelation' Exhibition Opens in Budapest

Calendar highlights


	Tribute Concert: Bryan Adams & Queen Two top tribute acts team up for a dual-headliner experience packed with classic stadium rock. Catch generation-defining hits from Queen and Bryan Adams performed live with incredible authenticity and modern energy. Thursday 28 May - A38 Ship Budapest
	Classical Drama: The Abduction from the Seraglio Mozart's youthful singspiel gets a fresh, slightly irreverent staging by director Miklós H. Vecsei. With Dániel Varró's new translation and Glowing Bulbs projections, this iconic tale of love and escape is entirely irresistible. Friday 29 May - Eiffel Arts Studios Budapest
	Humorous Opera: L'italiana in Algeri by Rossini Rossini's famous rescue opera comes to life in a humorous yet meaningful production by Máté Szabó. Follow a resourceful Italian heroine as she outwits an Algerian bey to save herself, accompanied by brilliant operatic score. Saturday 30 May - Opera House Budapest
	Free Family Friendly Event: Mupa's Children’s Day Celebration Three indoor and outdoor stages await at this massive Children’s Day celebration. Skip the usual amusement rides for an active day of creative workshops, live music, and meaningful storytelling for the whole family. Sunday 31 May - Palace of Arts Budapest
	Sound Poetry: Featuring Szilágyi & Krulik Versatile poet and avant-garde artist Ákos Szilágyi presents an unforgettable evening of sound poetry and sharp, entertaining verse. Performing alongside guitarist Zoltán Krulik, he steps beyond conventional aesthetic frameworks. Monday 1 June - Palace of Arts Budapest
	Piano Evening: Z!GOR Up-and-coming artist Z!GOR takes the stage for a delicate piano concert balancing classical tradition with contemporary sound. The performance weaves film music and new age elements into a deeply meditative experience. Tuesday 2 June - House of Music Hungary
	Contemporary Dance: Wonderful World by Budapest Dance Theatre An evocative dance piece brings the timeless spirit and music of Louis Armstrong to life. Performed by Budapest Dance Theatre, the show blends powerful choreography by Alexandra Sághy with striking digital visual effects. Wednesday 3 June - National Dance Theatre

Specials

	Open Day @ Britannica International School on 2 June Invittaion from the Britannica Team: We warmly invite you to discover what makes Britannica International School in Budapest such a special place for your child to learn and grow - come and see why it could be the perfect fit for their educational journey. Click this headline to know more.
	Dr. Rose Insight: Dealing with Tick Bites in Hungary As tick populations rise across the country, concerns regarding Lyme disease increase every year. However, it is important to remember that a tick bite does not automatically result in illness. Click this headline to know more from Dr. Rose Private Clinic in Budapest.
	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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