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Xpat Community Newsletter, 30 July

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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.com

1. Quick heads-up about the many varied Practical Guides in the loop, like these 3 recent examples:
➤ Insider's Guide: Getting Married as an Expat in Hungary,
➤ Insider's Guide: Child Benefits for Parents in Hungary,
➤ Insider's Guide: Buying a Car in Hungary.

2. Next up are freshly trending Headlines, essential Intel, plus fresh Movies and Specials to discover:
➤ Free Outdoor Cinema, Taxi Fare Rise, President's Palace Tours, Record Danube Low, Top Cocktail Spots.

3. Also below are a Great Variety of Events for your interest — see Calendar for more highlights like:
➤ Lenny Kravitz in Budapest, Seal Concert Tonight, Best of Mozart Opera, Spago Sunday Brunch.

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

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Calendar highlights

90s Star: Seal Concert

Featuring one of pop, R&B, and soul music’s most recognizable voices, the velvet-voiced singer-songwriter returns to Hungary for the first time in 15 years to perform timeless hits like Kiss From a Rose, Crazy, and Killer.

Thursday 30 July - MVM Dome Budapest

Light Opera: Best of Mozart

The unique acoustics and special projected visuals aim to create a unique, chamber-like experience. Expect an 'intimate performance' featuring young soloists bringing immortal characters to life with piano accompaniment.

Friday 31 July - Opera House Budapest

Rock Concert: Phil Campbell's 'Bastard Sons'

Honoring a rock legacy with unwavering strength and heart, the band continues forward to keep the flame alive following their father's passing, delivering a high-energy performance packed with genuine rock & roll passion.

Saturday 1 August - Dürer Kert Budapest

Grammy Award–Winning Icon: Lenny Kravitz in Concert

The four-time winner returns to Hungary following a run of sold-out global shows and a celebrated Las Vegas residency, continuing his acclaimed era of worldwide creative rebirth with a massive, high-energy live show.

Sunday 2 August - Budapest Aréna

Metal Gig: Periphery & Within Destruction

Progressive metal icons deliver a boundary-pushing night of modern heavy music alongside special guests Within Destruction, bringing two distinct yet cutting-edge forces together for an intense, high-energy live performance.

Monday 3 August - Dürer Kert Budapest

Cult Band: Primus Gig

Forming a cult presence over four decades, the genre-defying group unleashes their mad-genius sound for their second appearance here ever, blending jazz, rock, funk, and metal around virtuoso bass lines and bizarre storytelling.

Tuesday 4 August - Barba Negra Budapest

'Stick To Your Guns' Concert: Keep Planting Flowers

Delivering passionate anthems and intense energy, the hardcore group returns to showcase their latest album, Keep Planting Flowers, with a powerful, fast-paced performance built on raw emotion and heavy riffs.

Wednesday 5 August - Analog Music Hall Budapest

Specials

Enjoy Sunday Brunch at Spago: Gastronomy Meets Elegance

Every Sunday from 12:00 to 15:00, you can enjoy an unforgettable dining experience at one of Budapest’s most iconic venues, set within the legendary Matild Palace. Tap this headline for more.

Summer Recommendations from Dr. Rose Private Hospital

Summer poses extra challenges to our bodies due to the heat, intense sunlight and increased pollen levels. Click this headline to know more from Dr. Rose Private Hospital in Budapest.

Dryyve Insight: From Budapest to Vienna by Car - How to Do It

Exploring Central Europe offers an unforgettable experience rich in history, culture and breathtaking scenery. Travelling from Budapest to Vienna by car, from the bustling capital of Hungary, to the majestic capital of Austria, is a perfect opportunity to immerse yourself in the beauty of this region.

B+N Enters Global Top 10 with Cleaning Robot Fleet

Hungarian firm B+N Referencia now ranks 8th globally in 'The Biggest Fleet 2025', underscoring the rising importance of Central and Eastern Europe in cleaning robotics. 

Sziget City Gives Festival-Goers Exclusive Offers in Budapest

Sziget Festival attendees can enjoy more than the live music this August, as 'Sziget City' is a new programme offering exclusive deals and experiences at cafés, restaurants, bars, attractions and cultural venues across Budapest.

New movies in Budapest