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Shops Closed on 8 & 9 June - What Else Does Pentecost Signify In Hungary?
- 5 Jun 2025 11:19 AM
- community & culture
Pentecost in Hungary is a cherished public holiday observed on Sunday, 8 June and Monday 9 June in 2025. This Christian celebration, also known as Whitsun, brings a special weekend break that’s ideal for family outings, cultural exploration, and embracing local traditions. With shops closed on both days, here’s what expats need to know about this meaningful holiday and how to make the most of it ...
Public Transport to 'Pause' in Budapest on Friday 6 June
- 3 Jun 2025 10:33 AM
- getting around
The mayor of Budapest, Gergely Karacsony, has announced a pause in public transport services to take place on Friday as "a first warning", adding the decision was made after talks with trade unions "representing the 27,000 employees of the Budapest family … who trust in the solidarity of the capital's residents".
Major Upgrade for Hungary's Balaton Airport
- 2 Jun 2025 4:01 PM
- travel
The Hévíz-Balaton Airport in Sármellék is undergoing a significant transformation as part of a government-backed investment aimed at enhancing infrastructure and attracting more international visitors to western Hungary.
Pentecost Heritage Festival, Szentendre Skanzen, 8 - 9 June
- 2 Jun 2025 3:28 PM
- community & culture
This year’s Pentecost Heritage Festival at the Skanzen Open-Air Ethnographic Museum in Szentendre will spotlight folk traditions, sustainability, and dance on 8–9 June. The two-day event invites visitors to explore the richness of Hungary’s intangible cultural heritage through interactive programs, music, and community celebrations.
Luxurious 'Orient Express' Train to Soon Depart from Budapest
- 2 Jun 2025 12:50 PM
- getting around
The iconic Orient Express is set to depart from Budapest’s Nyugati Railway Station at 5:30 p.m. on the first Sunday of June, arriving in Békéscsaba just over two hours later, according to Magyar Nemzet. The stop in South-Eastern Hungary, however, is not guaranteed, as exact times may change.
Gyula Pálinka Festival, 6 - 8 June
- 2 Jun 2025 12:17 PM
- food & drink
You’re invited to experience one of Hungary’s most treasured culinary traditions at the 25th Gyula Pálinka Festival, set in the charming gardens of Gyula Castle in southern Hungary.
Moody's Affirms Hungary Investment-Grade Rating
- 2 Jun 2025 11:56 AM
- finance
Moody's Ratings affirmed Hungary's investment-grade sovereign rating at a scheduled review on Friday, the National Economy Ministry said in a statement.
Mayor: Bleeding Out Budapest Will Ultimately Lead to State Bankruptcy
- 2 Jun 2025 11:32 AM
- current affairs
By "unlawful" withdrawals from Budapest’s accounts, the government is putting not only municipal public services at risk but also risks insolvency of the state budget, the city’s mayor said.
Opposition Wins Lawsuit Against Foreign Ministry in Hungary Over 'Paris Luxury Hotel Scandal'
- 2 Jun 2025 9:33 AM
- current affairs
The opposition Democratic Coalition (DK) has won a lawsuit against the ministry of foreign affairs which had paid some 230 million forints (EUR 575,000) for suites in a Paris luxury hotel for President Tamas Sulyok and his delegation during the summer Olympics last year, the party's group leader and director said.
Shops Closed on 8 & 9 June - What Else Does Pentecost Signify In Hungary?
- 5 Jun 2025 11:19 AM
- community & culture
Pentecost in Hungary is a cherished public holiday observed on Sunday, 8 June and Monday 9 June in 2025. This Christian celebration, also known as Whitsun, brings a special weekend break that’s ideal for family outings, cultural exploration, and embracing local traditions. With shops closed on both days, here’s what expats need to know about this meaningful holiday and how to make the most of it ...
Public Transport to 'Pause' in Budapest on Friday 6 June
- 3 Jun 2025 10:33 AM
- getting around
The mayor of Budapest, Gergely Karacsony, has announced a pause in public transport services to take place on Friday as "a first warning", adding the decision was made after talks with trade unions "representing the 27,000 employees of the Budapest family … who trust in the solidarity of the capital's residents".
Major Upgrade for Hungary's Balaton Airport
- 2 Jun 2025 4:01 PM
- travel
The Hévíz-Balaton Airport in Sármellék is undergoing a significant transformation as part of a government-backed investment aimed at enhancing infrastructure and attracting more international visitors to western Hungary.
Pentecost Heritage Festival, Szentendre Skanzen, 8 - 9 June
- 2 Jun 2025 3:28 PM
- community & culture
This year’s Pentecost Heritage Festival at the Skanzen Open-Air Ethnographic Museum in Szentendre will spotlight folk traditions, sustainability, and dance on 8–9 June. The two-day event invites visitors to explore the richness of Hungary’s intangible cultural heritage through interactive programs, music, and community celebrations.
Luxurious 'Orient Express' Train to Soon Depart from Budapest
- 2 Jun 2025 12:50 PM
- getting around
The iconic Orient Express is set to depart from Budapest’s Nyugati Railway Station at 5:30 p.m. on the first Sunday of June, arriving in Békéscsaba just over two hours later, according to Magyar Nemzet. The stop in South-Eastern Hungary, however, is not guaranteed, as exact times may change.
Gyula Pálinka Festival, 6 - 8 June
- 2 Jun 2025 12:17 PM
- food & drink
You’re invited to experience one of Hungary’s most treasured culinary traditions at the 25th Gyula Pálinka Festival, set in the charming gardens of Gyula Castle in southern Hungary.
Moody's Affirms Hungary Investment-Grade Rating
- 2 Jun 2025 11:56 AM
- finance
Moody's Ratings affirmed Hungary's investment-grade sovereign rating at a scheduled review on Friday, the National Economy Ministry said in a statement.
Mayor: Bleeding Out Budapest Will Ultimately Lead to State Bankruptcy
- 2 Jun 2025 11:32 AM
- current affairs
By "unlawful" withdrawals from Budapest’s accounts, the government is putting not only municipal public services at risk but also risks insolvency of the state budget, the city’s mayor said.
Opposition Wins Lawsuit Against Foreign Ministry in Hungary Over 'Paris Luxury Hotel Scandal'
- 2 Jun 2025 9:33 AM
- current affairs
The opposition Democratic Coalition (DK) has won a lawsuit against the ministry of foreign affairs which had paid some 230 million forints (EUR 575,000) for suites in a Paris luxury hotel for President Tamas Sulyok and his delegation during the summer Olympics last year, the party's group leader and director said.