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Pentecost Holiday: Long Weekend in Hungary - Celebration of Traditions
- 19 May 2026 6:40 AM
- community & culture
Pentecost is a major public holiday, observed on Sunday 24 May 24 and Monday 25 May in Hungary this year. Known as Pünkösd in Hungarian and historically referred to as Whitsun in English, this Christian celebration provides a three-day weekend that is popular for excursions, cultural exploration, and experiencing rural traditions.
Vasarely 120: Major Retrospective of Op-Art Pioneer at Budapest Fine Arts Museum
- 14 May 2026 12:30 PM
- community & culture
If you've ever found yourself captivated by a geometric painting that seemed to shift or pulse as you looked at it, you've had a 'Vasarely experience'. Now the world’s most famous optical artist, a Hungarian, is being celebrated in a comprehensive retrospective deserving of his art legacy.
Zsolnay Light Festival Returns to Hungary with Vasarely Tribute from 2 - 5 July
- 11 May 2026 6:36 PM
- community & culture
Pécs is set to light up once again as the Zsolnay Light Festival returns for its 10th edition from July 2–5, bringing four nights of contemporary light art, projection mapping, and immersive installations across the city. This year’s programme also marks a special tribute to Victor Vasarely, the Pécs-born pioneer of op-art.
Labour Day in Hungary: Shop Closures & Long Weekend Tips
- 28 Apr 2026 1:40 PM
- community & culture
May 1st (Labour Day) falls on a Friday this year, giving most people in Hungary a three-day long weekend. As it is a national public holiday, the majority of shops across the country will be closed.
Expat Explainer: Symbolism of Bronze Shoes in Budapest by Danube
- 22 Apr 2026 1:35 PM
- community & culture
Inaugurated in 2005, the memorial created by film director Can Togay and sculptor Gyula Pauer stands as a stark reminder of the Arrow Cross terror of 1944–45. During this period, Jewish victims were forced to remove their shoes before being shot into the river.
Op-Art Celebrations: Vasarely Memorial Year Held in Pécs
- 6 Apr 2026 6:53 PM
- community & culture
Programs are organized in 2026 in the Baranya county seat to mark the 120th anniversary of Victor Vasarely's birth and the 50th anniversary of the opening of the Pécs museum exhibiting his works, the mayor of Pécs announced.
Quick Guide to Long Weekend in Hungary this Easter
- 1 Apr 2026 4:30 PM
- community & culture
In 2026, Good Friday falls on 3 April, marking the start of a four-day public holiday that runs through Monday, 6 April. While the long weekend offers a perfect opportunity for travel and relaxation, life in Hungary shifts into a different gear during this period, making forward planning essential for expats and locals alike.
St. Paddy’s Day Celebrated in Budapest Again in Fine Irish Style
- 24 Mar 2026 5:49 AM
- community & culture
A vibrant wave of green swept through Budapest as Szabadság tér came alive with the spirit of St. Patrick’s Day. The city centre square buzzed with energy, hosting a full day of music, dance, family-friendly activities, and a lively parade that drew crowds to celebrate Irish culture in the heart of the capital.
Ultimate Expat Guide to Budapest - Part 5: Money in Hungary
- 25 Feb 2026 11:49 AM
- community & culture
By the time you’ve found your way from the airport, taken a scenic orientation ride on tram 2, and just about mastered how to say egészségedre, the next key practical point arises: managing your money in Hungary.
Pentecost Holiday: Long Weekend in Hungary - Celebration of Traditions
- 19 May 2026 6:40 AM
- community & culture
Pentecost is a major public holiday, observed on Sunday 24 May 24 and Monday 25 May in Hungary this year. Known as Pünkösd in Hungarian and historically referred to as Whitsun in English, this Christian celebration provides a three-day weekend that is popular for excursions, cultural exploration, and experiencing rural traditions.
Vasarely 120: Major Retrospective of Op-Art Pioneer at Budapest Fine Arts Museum
- 14 May 2026 12:30 PM
- community & culture
If you've ever found yourself captivated by a geometric painting that seemed to shift or pulse as you looked at it, you've had a 'Vasarely experience'. Now the world’s most famous optical artist, a Hungarian, is being celebrated in a comprehensive retrospective deserving of his art legacy.
Zsolnay Light Festival Returns to Hungary with Vasarely Tribute from 2 - 5 July
- 11 May 2026 6:36 PM
- community & culture
Pécs is set to light up once again as the Zsolnay Light Festival returns for its 10th edition from July 2–5, bringing four nights of contemporary light art, projection mapping, and immersive installations across the city. This year’s programme also marks a special tribute to Victor Vasarely, the Pécs-born pioneer of op-art.
Labour Day in Hungary: Shop Closures & Long Weekend Tips
- 28 Apr 2026 1:40 PM
- community & culture
May 1st (Labour Day) falls on a Friday this year, giving most people in Hungary a three-day long weekend. As it is a national public holiday, the majority of shops across the country will be closed.
Expat Explainer: Symbolism of Bronze Shoes in Budapest by Danube
- 22 Apr 2026 1:35 PM
- community & culture
Inaugurated in 2005, the memorial created by film director Can Togay and sculptor Gyula Pauer stands as a stark reminder of the Arrow Cross terror of 1944–45. During this period, Jewish victims were forced to remove their shoes before being shot into the river.
Op-Art Celebrations: Vasarely Memorial Year Held in Pécs
- 6 Apr 2026 6:53 PM
- community & culture
Programs are organized in 2026 in the Baranya county seat to mark the 120th anniversary of Victor Vasarely's birth and the 50th anniversary of the opening of the Pécs museum exhibiting his works, the mayor of Pécs announced.
Quick Guide to Long Weekend in Hungary this Easter
- 1 Apr 2026 4:30 PM
- community & culture
In 2026, Good Friday falls on 3 April, marking the start of a four-day public holiday that runs through Monday, 6 April. While the long weekend offers a perfect opportunity for travel and relaxation, life in Hungary shifts into a different gear during this period, making forward planning essential for expats and locals alike.
St. Paddy’s Day Celebrated in Budapest Again in Fine Irish Style
- 24 Mar 2026 5:49 AM
- community & culture
A vibrant wave of green swept through Budapest as Szabadság tér came alive with the spirit of St. Patrick’s Day. The city centre square buzzed with energy, hosting a full day of music, dance, family-friendly activities, and a lively parade that drew crowds to celebrate Irish culture in the heart of the capital.
Ultimate Expat Guide to Budapest - Part 5: Money in Hungary
- 25 Feb 2026 11:49 AM
- community & culture
By the time you’ve found your way from the airport, taken a scenic orientation ride on tram 2, and just about mastered how to say egészségedre, the next key practical point arises: managing your money in Hungary.