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Xpatloop Community Newsletter, 7 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. 

➤ Here's a quick look at great variety of 7 uplifting events for your free-time enjoyment:
1. Big Food Truck Show Kicks Off in Budapest, 8 - 10 May
2. Jazz Spring Fest at Palace of Arts Budapest, 8 -10 May
3. Budapest100: Step Behind the Scenes of the City’s Secrets, 9 - 10 May
4. Responsible Pet Ownership Day Returns to Rex Animal Island, 10 May
5. Roman Spring Festival, Aquincum Budapest, 9 - 10 May
6. Madách International Theatre Meet-Up in Budapest, 10 April - 11 May
7. Budapest Expat Theatre Presents: 'Dedication The Play', 12 - 14 May

➤ Next, as always here are trending Headlines, essential Info, plus new Movies & Specials to discover:
E.g. Biodome Opens Soon, Pick-Your-Own Strawberries, Top 8 Great Lakes, Valley of Arts Festival Preview.

➤ Also below you can see a wide variety of Events - for more check-out our handy Calendar:
E.g. Ice Cream Day, Coffee & Tea Festival, Müpa Film Club, Extraordinary Opera, Fearless Jazz.

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

Half-Price Treats Return for Hungarian Ice Cream Day on 8 May

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Calendar highlights

Coffee & Tea Festival

This high-end coffee and tea fest features Hungarian and international roasters, specialty brews, unique tastings, tea curiosities, and live barista demonstrations.

Thursday 7 May - Railway Museum Budapest

Budapest Photo Festival

This annual photo extravaganza marks its 10th anniversary this year with an opening exhibition at the epic Műcsarnok, featuring iconic works by Magnum photographer René Burri.

Friday 8 May - Műcsarnok Budapest

Extraordinary Opera: Prima Donnas + 2 Heroes with Erika Miklósa

World-renowned coloratura soprano Erika Miklósa reflects on her amazing career, from her breakthrough at the Hungarian State Opera to becoming an internationally acclaimed Queen of the Night.

Saturday 9 May - Eiffel Art Studios Budapest

Contemporary Dance: What the Day Owes to the Night

A poetic modern dance performance inspired by lace-making, memory and Algerian heritage, weaving movement, identity and Mediterranean culture into an emotionally rich choreographic journey.

Sunday 10 May - National Dance Theatre Budapest

Mupa Film Club: Martin Scorsese's 'New York, New York'

Scorsese’s iconic musical drama follows a turbulent post-war romance between two musicians in New York, blending jazz, love and conflict — featuring the first-ever performance of the classic “New York, New York”.

Monday 11 May - Palace of Arts Budapest

Classic Opera: Don Giovanni

Mozart’s legendary “opera of operas” returns in Claus Guth’s acclaimed production, set in a dark, dreamlike forest where Don Giovanni’s final love stories unfold as haunting hallucinations before death.

Tuesday 12 May - Opera House Budapest

Jazz Gig: AMP Trio

Blending jazz and contemporary music, this trio has spent 2 decades shaping Hungary’s improvisational scene through fearless experimentation, special musical chemistry and international collab's.

Wednesday 13 May - Opus Jazz Club Budapest

Specials

BISB Insight: Why Primary School Matters

Choosing the right Primary school is one of the most important decisions a parent can make. These years shape how children think, how they see the world, and how they feel about learning itself. At The British International School Budapest, Primary education is designed to do exactly that!

Milanese Pasticceria Cova to Open at Matild Palace

Budapest’s high-end hospitality scene is about to get a taste of authentic Milanese luxury. Cova, one of Italy’s most storied pastry and café brands, has announced it will open its first Hungarian location within the magnificent walls of the Matild Palace.

Enjoy Happy Hour at Market1897 by Borbíróság in Budapest

Weekdays just got better! Join in at Market1897 every weekday from 3:00 pm to 5:00 pm for their exclusive Happy Hour. Enjoy their special 1+1 offer on wines from their own vineyards — savor two glasses for the price of one and take a well-deserved break in style. Because even weekdays deserve a refined pause.

Is This The Most Compelling New Residence in Budapest?

For expats looking to make Budapest their home, finding a residence that reflects the city at its best is no simple task. Dorottya Residences offers precisely this - combining European heritage architecture, modern systems, and sophisticated services in one of the most iconic corners of the capital.

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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