4,218 result(s) for budapest opera
Haydn: The Creation, National Concert Hall Budapest, 1 January
- 1 Jan 2026 7:30 PM
- classical
Start your 2026 with a moment of musical awe. Haydn’s monumental oratorio, The Creation, remains one of the most captivating works of the Enlightenment, painting a vivid sonic picture of the world’s beginning— from the first spark of light to the appearance of the stars, animals, and mankind.
For the Budapest expat community and music lovers alike, the New Year’s concert at Müpa Budapest has ...
Stephen the King, Opera House Budapest, 31 December
- 31 Dec 2025 9:00 PM
- classical
By far the most successful of the Hungarian crop of rock operas, ever since its original album release Stephen, the King has had not only symphonic features but has also been pervaded by the vocal, closed number structure characteristic of traditional operas, the presence of large tableaus, and instrumentation that gives the rock music universal perspectives.
The poems for Levente Szörényi, ...
Éva Duda Company: Frida, Eiffel Art Studios Budapest, 28 December
- 28 Dec 2025 8:00 PM
- contemporary
This spectacular performance explores the life and art of Mexican painter Frida Kahlo, guiding the audience into an exotic dream world through music, film, and dance.
Like a unique guided tour, the dance scenes reveal the beauty and challenges of a woman’s fate, passionate love stories, vibrant culture, carnival spirit, and defining moments of Frida's life. Rather than a biography, it ...
La Bohème Opera Performance, Opera Budapest, 26 December
- 26 Dec 2025 6:30 PM
- classical
Opera in three parts, four acts, in Italian, with Hungarian, English, and Italian subtitles.
Some operas are legendary. None more so than Puccini's work telling the tale of young bohemians in Paris, in which one of the most beautiful romances in operatic literature begins with a burnt-out candle and a misplaced key.
There are also legendary opera productions, such as this one directed by ...
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 delivered epic experiences again. True to tradition it was a very international affair, uniting a rich mix of nationalities for an evening full of good vibes, valuable networking and amazing prizes.
The Nutcracker, Hungarian State Opera Budapest, 24 December
- 24 Dec 2025 11:00 AM
- classical
Tchaikovsky’s Nutcracker has for decades been an essential part of the world’s and the OPERA’s run-up to Christmas. In memory of the previous production that had been in the repertoire for more than half a century, for the Christmas of 2015, a newly buffed-up show was staged that follows classical ballet traditions while still conforming to the requirements of 21st century dance and set design. ...
Budapest Bike-Share Winter Pilot: HUF 500 Pass Keeps Bikes Rolling
- 23 Dec 2025 6:17 AM
- getting around
Budapest's MOL Bubi bike-sharing system won't vanish during the holidays. The current setup ends officially on December 23, but a pilot program keeps the green bikes available until mid-February. Starting December 24, grab a MOL Bubi Pilot pass for HUF 500 (about €1.30). It covers 30-minute rides and stays valid through February 15, no matter when you buy it—solid value for quick winter trips ...
Händel – Mozart: Messiah, Opera House Budapest, 22 December
- 22 Dec 2025 7:00 PM
- classical
When, Baron van Swieten, known from Hungarian history as the head of the school programmes of Maria Theresa and her son Joseph II, commissioned Mozart to prepare arrangements of four works by Händel, no one could yet know that among them the Messiah would remain a festive delicacy for the world 250 years later.
Mozart shortened the work and enriched it with new instruments, yet in the spirit ...
Gala Concert & Dinner: 100 Member Gypsy Orchestra, Budapest Congress Center, 30 December
- 22 Dec 2025 3:57 PM
- specials
The 29th music @ wine celebration has already become a tradition, where every year on December 30, the world’s one and only 100 Member Gypsy Orchestra gives a grand gala concert. 100 musicians play at the same time on the grand concert, performing popular melodious tunes while the audience is tasting selected outstanding wines of Hungarian wineries.
Haydn: The Creation, National Concert Hall Budapest, 1 January
- 1 Jan 2026 7:30 PM
- classical
Start your 2026 with a moment of musical awe. Haydn’s monumental oratorio, The Creation, remains one of the most captivating works of the Enlightenment, painting a vivid sonic picture of the world’s beginning— from the first spark of light to the appearance of the stars, animals, and mankind.
For the Budapest expat community and music lovers alike, the New Year’s concert at Müpa Budapest has ...
Stephen the King, Opera House Budapest, 31 December
- 31 Dec 2025 9:00 PM
- classical
By far the most successful of the Hungarian crop of rock operas, ever since its original album release Stephen, the King has had not only symphonic features but has also been pervaded by the vocal, closed number structure characteristic of traditional operas, the presence of large tableaus, and instrumentation that gives the rock music universal perspectives.
The poems for Levente Szörényi, ...
Éva Duda Company: Frida, Eiffel Art Studios Budapest, 28 December
- 28 Dec 2025 8:00 PM
- contemporary
This spectacular performance explores the life and art of Mexican painter Frida Kahlo, guiding the audience into an exotic dream world through music, film, and dance.
Like a unique guided tour, the dance scenes reveal the beauty and challenges of a woman’s fate, passionate love stories, vibrant culture, carnival spirit, and defining moments of Frida's life. Rather than a biography, it ...
La Bohème Opera Performance, Opera Budapest, 26 December
- 26 Dec 2025 6:30 PM
- classical
Opera in three parts, four acts, in Italian, with Hungarian, English, and Italian subtitles.
Some operas are legendary. None more so than Puccini's work telling the tale of young bohemians in Paris, in which one of the most beautiful romances in operatic literature begins with a burnt-out candle and a misplaced key.
There are also legendary opera productions, such as this one directed by ...
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 delivered epic experiences again. True to tradition it was a very international affair, uniting a rich mix of nationalities for an evening full of good vibes, valuable networking and amazing prizes.
The Nutcracker, Hungarian State Opera Budapest, 24 December
- 24 Dec 2025 11:00 AM
- classical
Tchaikovsky’s Nutcracker has for decades been an essential part of the world’s and the OPERA’s run-up to Christmas. In memory of the previous production that had been in the repertoire for more than half a century, for the Christmas of 2015, a newly buffed-up show was staged that follows classical ballet traditions while still conforming to the requirements of 21st century dance and set design. ...
Budapest Bike-Share Winter Pilot: HUF 500 Pass Keeps Bikes Rolling
- 23 Dec 2025 6:17 AM
- getting around
Budapest's MOL Bubi bike-sharing system won't vanish during the holidays. The current setup ends officially on December 23, but a pilot program keeps the green bikes available until mid-February. Starting December 24, grab a MOL Bubi Pilot pass for HUF 500 (about €1.30). It covers 30-minute rides and stays valid through February 15, no matter when you buy it—solid value for quick winter trips ...
Händel – Mozart: Messiah, Opera House Budapest, 22 December
- 22 Dec 2025 7:00 PM
- classical
When, Baron van Swieten, known from Hungarian history as the head of the school programmes of Maria Theresa and her son Joseph II, commissioned Mozart to prepare arrangements of four works by Händel, no one could yet know that among them the Messiah would remain a festive delicacy for the world 250 years later.
Mozart shortened the work and enriched it with new instruments, yet in the spirit ...
Gala Concert & Dinner: 100 Member Gypsy Orchestra, Budapest Congress Center, 30 December
- 22 Dec 2025 3:57 PM
- specials
The 29th music @ wine celebration has already become a tradition, where every year on December 30, the world’s one and only 100 Member Gypsy Orchestra gives a grand gala concert. 100 musicians play at the same time on the grand concert, performing popular melodious tunes while the audience is tasting selected outstanding wines of Hungarian wineries.