148 result(s) for christmas holidays
Local Xmas Tradition: Enjoying Fish During Holidays in Hungary
- 24 Dec 2025 7:30 AM
- specials
During the holiday season, Hungarian kitchens fill with the aromas of traditional Christmas dishes. While classic fare like fish soup (halászlé) and fried carp (rántott ponty) often grace the Xmas table, many here are now embracing a wider variety of fish and seafood dishes.
Expat Explainer: Szaloncukor – Hungarian Xmas Candy
- 24 Dec 2025 7:22 AM
- food & drink
At the end of November and the beginning of December the Hungarian postal services sends innumerable packages abroad, as Hungarian families all over the world love to receive and decorate the Christmas tree with 'szaloncukor' - a traditional Hungarian candy.
Holiday Shop Closures in Hungary: Full 2025 Schedule
- 22 Dec 2025 9:48 AM
- shopping
Hungary's shops, malls, and services scale back or shut down over Christmas and New Year. Plan ahead—most supermarkets, post offices, and pharmacies close fully on key days.
Quick Guide to Top 10 Christmas Fairs in Budapest
- 19 Dec 2025 12:37 PM
- shopping
Budapest reveals a whole new face during Advent time: the city is filled with decorative lights and the scent and melodies of Christmas. There are also lovely Christmas fairs in many parts of the city, all of which are truly wonderful.
Investigation Started After Thousands Complain About Missing Packages & Late Deliveries in Hungary
- 17 Dec 2025 10:48 AM
- shopping
The Public Administration and Regional Development Ministry on Tuesday said it initiated a probe after thousands of Hungarians complained that packages ordered for Christmas had not arrived or came late.
Wishing Xpats Wonderful Xmas* Holidays
- 17 Dec 2025 7:38 AM
- specials
All the team at XpatLoop wish you and yours very Happy Holidays! We hope you've enjoyed what’s been in the loop for you this year + we’re grateful to every reader and partner for our positive connection. Here's wishing you a Joyful + Prosperous New Year!
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.
Advent Fair in Újbuda, Budapest, Until 23 December
- 11 Dec 2025 3:40 PM
- shopping
The festive spirit is officially back in Újbuda! Until December 23, the much-anticipated Újbuda Advent Fair is back, and set up shop on Kőrösy József Street, right along the bustling promenade next to the Allee shopping center.
'TV Maci' Shop Will Open Again at ETELE PLAZA Christmas Market
- 4 Dec 2025 10:33 AM
- specials
As the Christmas season draws near, the TV Bear Shop (TV Maci Bolt) is re-opening at the ETELE Plaza Christmas Fair, bringing back much-loved Hungarian fairy-tale characters such as Mekk Elek, Mirr-Murr the Cat, Süsü the Dragon, and Frakk. The shop will be open until 24 December.
Local Xmas Tradition: Enjoying Fish During Holidays in Hungary
- 24 Dec 2025 7:30 AM
- specials
During the holiday season, Hungarian kitchens fill with the aromas of traditional Christmas dishes. While classic fare like fish soup (halászlé) and fried carp (rántott ponty) often grace the Xmas table, many here are now embracing a wider variety of fish and seafood dishes.
Expat Explainer: Szaloncukor – Hungarian Xmas Candy
- 24 Dec 2025 7:22 AM
- food & drink
At the end of November and the beginning of December the Hungarian postal services sends innumerable packages abroad, as Hungarian families all over the world love to receive and decorate the Christmas tree with 'szaloncukor' - a traditional Hungarian candy.
Holiday Shop Closures in Hungary: Full 2025 Schedule
- 22 Dec 2025 9:48 AM
- shopping
Hungary's shops, malls, and services scale back or shut down over Christmas and New Year. Plan ahead—most supermarkets, post offices, and pharmacies close fully on key days.
Quick Guide to Top 10 Christmas Fairs in Budapest
- 19 Dec 2025 12:37 PM
- shopping
Budapest reveals a whole new face during Advent time: the city is filled with decorative lights and the scent and melodies of Christmas. There are also lovely Christmas fairs in many parts of the city, all of which are truly wonderful.
Investigation Started After Thousands Complain About Missing Packages & Late Deliveries in Hungary
- 17 Dec 2025 10:48 AM
- shopping
The Public Administration and Regional Development Ministry on Tuesday said it initiated a probe after thousands of Hungarians complained that packages ordered for Christmas had not arrived or came late.
Wishing Xpats Wonderful Xmas* Holidays
- 17 Dec 2025 7:38 AM
- specials
All the team at XpatLoop wish you and yours very Happy Holidays! We hope you've enjoyed what’s been in the loop for you this year + we’re grateful to every reader and partner for our positive connection. Here's wishing you a Joyful + Prosperous New Year!
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.
Advent Fair in Újbuda, Budapest, Until 23 December
- 11 Dec 2025 3:40 PM
- shopping
The festive spirit is officially back in Újbuda! Until December 23, the much-anticipated Újbuda Advent Fair is back, and set up shop on Kőrösy József Street, right along the bustling promenade next to the Allee shopping center.
'TV Maci' Shop Will Open Again at ETELE PLAZA Christmas Market
- 4 Dec 2025 10:33 AM
- specials
As the Christmas season draws near, the TV Bear Shop (TV Maci Bolt) is re-opening at the ETELE Plaza Christmas Fair, bringing back much-loved Hungarian fairy-tale characters such as Mekk Elek, Mirr-Murr the Cat, Süsü the Dragon, and Frakk. The shop will be open until 24 December.















