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Xpat Community Newsletter, 5 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 7+1 exciting events for your free-time enjoyment this month:
1. Winter Beer Festival, Anantara New York Palace Hotel in Budapest, 6 - 7 Feb.
2. Evening Dedicated to Bob Marley, A38 Ship in Budapest, 7 Feb.
3. Hot Wheels Monster Trucks Live: Glow N Fire, MVM Dome Budapest, 7 - 8 Feb.
4. Central European Fashion Week in Budapest, 9 - 15 Feb.
5. Finnish Film Days in Budapest, 18 - 22 Feb.
6. V4 Dance Weekend in Budapest, 20 - 22 Feb.
7. Biggest Art Fair in Hungary, Bálna Budapest 26 Feb - 1 March.
+1. Van Gogh Exhibition in Budapest: The Immersive Experience.

➤ Next, as always there are trending Headlines, essential Info and new Movies & Specials to discover:
E.g. Higher Optimism in Hungary, Free ATM Max Rises, Record Bottle Returns, Kiefer Sutherland in Bp.

➤ Also below you can see a wide variety of Daily Events - for more check-out our handy Calendar:
E.g. Secret Contemporary Dance, Liturgy Physical Theatre, Angelina Jolie Film at Opera House.

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

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Calendar highlights

Mainstream Pop Concert: Marcus & Martinus: European Tour

After a double sold-out show, the Norwegian twins Marcus & Martinus will return to Budapest next year with a brand new and spectacular show on 5 February at Barba Negra.

Thursday 5 February - Barba Negra Red Stage Budapest

Event for Girls: Queens & Bubbles Night

HIDE's Queens & Bubbles: Ultimate girls' night! Unlimited prosecco/cocktails all night, sharing fries til 23:00, Sabira's beats—no time limits. Pure party vibes. 19 990 HUF/person. Girls only, limited spots!

Friday 6 February - Hide Budapest

Live Show: Hot Wheels Monster Trucks - Glow N Fire

Hot Wheels Monster Trucks Pre-Show Party: 2.5 hrs before every show! Arena floor access to epic trucks, driver/performer autographs + exclusive card. Tickets while supplies last—gear up for thrills!

Saturday 7 February - MVM Dome, Budapest

Movie Night: Maria Callas Film with Angelina Jolie

Hungarian State Opera turns cinema for Feb 8 screening of Maria (2024): Angelina Jolie as opera legend Maria Callas in 1970s Paris, seeking identity. Scenes filmed onsite in Andrássy Ybl Palace — watch in the very spaces!

Sunday 8 February - Opera House Budapest

Mupa Film Club: Emir Kusturica - Life Is a Miracle

Relive Emir Kusturica & The No Smoking Orchestra's 2024 Müpa Budapest party! Folk-punk Balkan rollicking from his 2004 Yugoslav Wars film: Hilarious, heartbreaking songs vividify ordinary lives amid conflict. Original lang., HU subs.

Monday 9 February - Palace of Arts Budapest

Contemporary Dance: PR-Evolution Dance Company's Secret

Explore hidden secrets in a love story: Online facades hide loneliness, self-harm, envy & betrayal. Unlock subconscious impulses—we author our dramas. Can we break free from past's grip & face inner truths?

Tuesday 10 February - National Dance Theatre Budapest

Physical Theatre: Gizella Gálhidy & Boglárka Ferenczy-Nagy: Liturgy

Discover Gizella Gálhidy & Boglárka Ferenczy-Nagy's physical theater: Young women creators tackle power over body/creativity, silence vs. voice, womanhood in Hungary. Liturgy dramaturgy explores body's sacred/profane duality.

Wednesday 11 February - Trafó Budapest

Specials

Celebrate Valentine’s Day at Matild Palace Budapest

Valentine’s Day at Matild Palace is more than a shared dinner or a cocktail — it is a truly unforgettable atmosphere. On February 14, turn-of-the-century elegance, contemporary gastronomy and the vibrant energy of Budapest come together within the historic walls of the palace, where every detail is dedicated to romance.

British Education Opens Doors to Budapest on 26 February

As families look ahead to their children’s futures, the question is no longer just where they will study, but how their education will prepare them for life beyond school. Academic success remains essential, yet today’s world also demands confidence, independence, strong communication skills, and the ability to thrive in an international environment. For many families, a UK boarding school education offers a powerful and lasting foundation.

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.

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.

New movies in Budapest