29 result(s) for 13 december in Community & Culture
One of Budapest's Oldest Clock Tower is Back - inc New Time Capsule
- 17 Jul 2026 8:29 AM
- community & culture
Budapest's restored City Hall clock tower, one of the oldest surviving towers in the capital, has been returned to its place, Mayor Gergely Karacsony said on Thursday on Facebook.
José Carreras is Coming to Budapest for Christmas Concert
- 7 May 2026 5:00 PM
- community & culture
A special festive evening will take place on 20 December 2026 at the MVM Dome, with one of the world’s greatest tenors, José Carreras, at the centre of the programme. The Christmas concert will bring timeless classical music and top international artists to Budapest in an elegant, seasonal atmosphere, with Katherine Jenkins OBE appearing in Hungary for the first time as the evening’s special ...
See What Happened: Xpat Charity Gala ‘25 - Bonfire Night Celebration in Budapest
- 24 Dec 2025 12:00 PM
- community & culture
A record amount was raised for local charities at this annual event, which again delivered epic experiences. “Bonfire Night is one of our most cherished British traditions, and tonight it takes on even greater meaning as we all unite in support of such worthy causes" — the UK Ambassador said to guests.
Expat Explainer: Christmas Day In Hungary On 25 December
- 24 Dec 2025 7:22 AM
- community & culture
In Hungary and in Hungarian communities worldwide, a key element of celebrating Christmas is a traditional custom, the Bethlehem Shepherd’s play (betlehemes játék). The present-day version of the Bethlehem folk play originates from the 19th-20th century, although it may date back as far as the medieval times.
Christmas Day Traditions In Hungary: Bethlehem Shepherd’s Play
- 24 Dec 2025 7:02 AM
- community & culture
In Hungary and in Hungarian communities worldwide, a key element of celebrating Christmas is a traditional custom, the Bethlehem Shepherd’s play (Betlehemes játék). The present-day version of the Bethlehem folk play originates from the 19th-20th century, although it may date back as far as the medieval times.
Advent In Hungary – Then & Now
- 16 Dec 2025 5:35 PM
- community & culture
Advent in Hungary is the period before Christmas, the four week long preparation for the holidays, the start of the ecclesiastical year. This year it began on 1 December, and goes on until Christmas Day.
Expat Explainer: St. Lucy's Day Traditions in Hungary, 13 December
- 11 Dec 2025 7:41 AM
- community & culture
"Named after the Christian virgin, St. Lucy's day (Lucia or Luca’s day - luca napja) is one of the richest in customs and superstitions in Hungary. Before the Gregorian calendar reform, it was the shortest and darkest day of the year, and it marked the beginning of the winter solstice. It is for this reason that numerous traditions and fertility games are linked to this special day.
Charity Fair, Concerts & Community Performances at Maltese Advent Garden in Budapest
- 1 Dec 2025 7:15 AM
- community & culture
The Hungarian Maltese Charity Service will open an Advent garden at Batthyány Square, where they will welcome visitors with a nativity scene, hot tea, candle lighting, light painting in the evenings, stage programs, and a charity fair offering products from 11 Maltese factories.
Public Holidays in Hungary in 2025
- 24 Apr 2025 8:40 AM
- community & culture
When running a business in Hungary, it's important to be mindful of the public holidays and special observances throughout the year. During these periods, employees are more likely to request time off, and wage supplements may apply. Hungary has 13 public holidays annually, and in 2025, there will be three Saturdays designated as working days.
One of Budapest's Oldest Clock Tower is Back - inc New Time Capsule
- 17 Jul 2026 8:29 AM
- community & culture
Budapest's restored City Hall clock tower, one of the oldest surviving towers in the capital, has been returned to its place, Mayor Gergely Karacsony said on Thursday on Facebook.
José Carreras is Coming to Budapest for Christmas Concert
- 7 May 2026 5:00 PM
- community & culture
A special festive evening will take place on 20 December 2026 at the MVM Dome, with one of the world’s greatest tenors, José Carreras, at the centre of the programme. The Christmas concert will bring timeless classical music and top international artists to Budapest in an elegant, seasonal atmosphere, with Katherine Jenkins OBE appearing in Hungary for the first time as the evening’s special ...
See What Happened: Xpat Charity Gala ‘25 - Bonfire Night Celebration in Budapest
- 24 Dec 2025 12:00 PM
- community & culture
A record amount was raised for local charities at this annual event, which again delivered epic experiences. “Bonfire Night is one of our most cherished British traditions, and tonight it takes on even greater meaning as we all unite in support of such worthy causes" — the UK Ambassador said to guests.
Expat Explainer: Christmas Day In Hungary On 25 December
- 24 Dec 2025 7:22 AM
- community & culture
In Hungary and in Hungarian communities worldwide, a key element of celebrating Christmas is a traditional custom, the Bethlehem Shepherd’s play (betlehemes játék). The present-day version of the Bethlehem folk play originates from the 19th-20th century, although it may date back as far as the medieval times.
Christmas Day Traditions In Hungary: Bethlehem Shepherd’s Play
- 24 Dec 2025 7:02 AM
- community & culture
In Hungary and in Hungarian communities worldwide, a key element of celebrating Christmas is a traditional custom, the Bethlehem Shepherd’s play (Betlehemes játék). The present-day version of the Bethlehem folk play originates from the 19th-20th century, although it may date back as far as the medieval times.
Advent In Hungary – Then & Now
- 16 Dec 2025 5:35 PM
- community & culture
Advent in Hungary is the period before Christmas, the four week long preparation for the holidays, the start of the ecclesiastical year. This year it began on 1 December, and goes on until Christmas Day.
Expat Explainer: St. Lucy's Day Traditions in Hungary, 13 December
- 11 Dec 2025 7:41 AM
- community & culture
"Named after the Christian virgin, St. Lucy's day (Lucia or Luca’s day - luca napja) is one of the richest in customs and superstitions in Hungary. Before the Gregorian calendar reform, it was the shortest and darkest day of the year, and it marked the beginning of the winter solstice. It is for this reason that numerous traditions and fertility games are linked to this special day.
Charity Fair, Concerts & Community Performances at Maltese Advent Garden in Budapest
- 1 Dec 2025 7:15 AM
- community & culture
The Hungarian Maltese Charity Service will open an Advent garden at Batthyány Square, where they will welcome visitors with a nativity scene, hot tea, candle lighting, light painting in the evenings, stage programs, and a charity fair offering products from 11 Maltese factories.
Public Holidays in Hungary in 2025
- 24 Apr 2025 8:40 AM
- community & culture
When running a business in Hungary, it's important to be mindful of the public holidays and special observances throughout the year. During these periods, employees are more likely to request time off, and wage supplements may apply. Hungary has 13 public holidays annually, and in 2025, there will be three Saturdays designated as working days.

















