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Xpat Community Newsletter, 9 April

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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. Here's a quick look at 5 varied & uplifting events for your leisure time these days:
* Design Fair, Erzsébet Tér, 11 April
* Secret Market, Széchenyi Bath, 11 April
* Margó Literature Fest & Book Fair, 9 - 11 April
* MITEM International Theatre Festival, 10 April - 11 May
* Women’s Ice Hockey World Championship, Budapest, 12 - 18 April

2. Next, as always here are trending Headlines, essential Info and new Movies + Specials to discover:
➤ Special 50 Forint Coin, Guide to Reaching Citadel, All You Need to Know About Hungary's Election.

3. Also below you can see a wide variety of Events - for more check-out our handy Calendar:
➤ Pop & Electronic Concerts, Contemporary Circus & Dance, Jazz & Opera Performances.

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

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Calendar highlights

Pop & Electronic: Naomi Jon on Strawberry Tour

Catch German sensation Naomi Jon live as she brings the Strawberry tour to Budapest. Known for her catchy pop style, the social media star turned singer performs hits from her new Top 10 album.

Thursday 9 April - Akvárium Klub Budapest

Architectural Exhibition: Asset Town by Andi Schmied

Andi Schmied’s solo show explores "zombie urbanism" and "necrotecture." Using a billionaire alter-ego to access elite sites in Manhattan and Dubai, the artist reveals how luxury architecture serves as a tool for wealth preservation.

Friday 10 April - Trafó Budapest

Contemporary Circus: Vollmond

Experience a pinnacle of modern dance with Pina Bausch’s 2006 masterpiece, Vollmond. This essential work explores human connection through moving, precise episodes and sensitive emotionality, keeping the legend’s spirit alive on stage.

Saturday 11 April - Festival Theatre Budapest

Opera Performance: Carl Off's Carmina Burana

Tibor Bogányi’s vision brings the "magical images" of Orff’s masterpiece to life. This 3D spectacle features a 120-strong chorus and soloists, preceded by a gift concert of Verdi’s popular opera excerpts. A true acoustic feast!

Sunday 12 April - Opera House Budapest

MUPA Film Club Jim Sharman: Rocky Horror Picture Show

Relive the 1973 cult classic, The Rocky Horror Show. This bold parody of sci-fi and horror films thrives on humor and "bad taste." Enjoy a screening of the musical that defied conventions and defined a generation of devotees.

Monday 13 April - Palace of Arts Budapest

Jazz Albums Series: Art Blakey Quintet

Experience the elemental energy of Art Blakey’s 1953 Birdland set. Featuring Horace Silver, this legendary performance defined the Blue Note sound and hard bop formula. Hear the groundbreaking drumming that changed jazz forever.

Tuesday 14 April - Opus Jazz Club Budapest

Dance Performance: Quattro Stagioni

Experience the elemental energy of Art Blakey’s 1953 Birdland set. Featuring Horace Silver, this legendary performance defined the Blue Note sound and hard bop formula. Hear the groundbreaking drumming that changed jazz forever.

Wednesday 15 April - National Dance Theatre Budapest

Specials

New Cocktail Telling a Story to the World at The Duchess Rooftop Bar

The signature cocktail of The Duchess Rooftop Bar, located at the top of Matild Palace, the Golden Peacock, has gained international recognition following the Michelin ceremony in Dublin.

Silvanus Hotel Visegrád: On the Edge of a Rebirth

The rebuilding process did not create a new brand, but rather a strengthened and re-imagined version of the original, one that still carries its core values. The Silvanus community — staff, partners and guests — remained present throughout. This sense of unity made it possible to move beyond the narrative of disaster, and instead focus on how a crisis can lead to meaningful progress.

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.

After Work Tapas & Wine at Market1897 by Borbíróság in Budapest

Looking for the perfect way to unwind after a busy workday? Join in every Thursday from 17:00 to 19:00 for their After Work Tapas & Wine special and leave the weekday rush behind.

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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