67 result(s) for folk tales
Insider’s Guide: Kolodko's Strange Small Statues Around Budapest
- 14 Jun 2023 6:02 PM
- getting around
As you pass Budapest’s key sites and vantage points, keep a look out for a strange little figure you might see alongside. These figurines are the work of sculptor Mihály Kolodko and often embellish the story behind the landmark, usually in an offbeat, humorous way.
Insider’s Guide: Margaret Island in Budapest
- 12 Jun 2023 5:53 AM
- getting around
This island in the Danube is a tranquil retreat, offering a blend of nature, history and recreational activity. In the latest in our series focusing on Budapest’s best attractions, we delve into the fascinating story of Margaret Island and uncover why it is a must-visit for those seeking a slice of serenity in the Hungarian capital.
Kids’ Day & Cherry Market, Hunyadi Square Market Budapest, 11 June
- 11 Jun 2023 10:00 AM
- community
The upcoming flea market at Hunyadi Square will feature an exciting children's day and a cherry fair.
Alongside a wide selection of unique and vintage items, books, toys, fashion pieces, and other second-hand goods, visitors can enjoy a farmers' cherry market and a crafts market offering high-quality products.
Eötvös10 has organized engaging activities for kids, including captivating ...
Children's Day Interactive Family Programs, Mupa Budapest, 28 May
- 26 May 2023 7:26 AM
- entertainment
Concerts, storytelling, amusement park, and creative activities await children at Müpa on Children's Day.
Family & Youth Event: Carnival Merry-Making, Palace of Arts Budapest, 22 February
- 20 Feb 2023 10:45 AM
- community
The celebration: a sacred time, where we break away from our everyday lives and, with our bodies and souls dressed for celebration, await the magical events of olden times to once again be brought to life.
Farsang stands out from the other celebrations in Hungary: there is no significant religious holiday in this period in the liturgical calendar. Yet this period between Epiphany and Ash ...
'The World of Rogues', National Dance Theatre Budapest, 16 December
- 16 Dec 2022 7:00 PM
- contemporary
Rogues and highwaymen are typical characters of Hungarian folk traditions. Folk songs, folk tales and ballads preserve the memories of our most famous highwaymen and they feature as a popular topic in folk art. They are often idealised as heroes in folk memory.
This is how “Hungarian Robin Hoods”, our legendary rogues were born: Jóska Sóbri, Imre Bogár, Márton Vidróczky, Bandi Angyal and, ...
Sky-High Music, Millenáris Budapest, 29 November
- 29 Nov 2022 5:00 PM
- classical
The highly acclaimed Müpa Budapest fairy-tale concert will be on show once again this winter, but at a new venue in Millenáris Park.
Can you imagine the Hungarian musicians Viki Lábas and Lóci Csorba as twin babies inside a giant washing machine? Or Iván Vitáris in a dog costume? Gergely Dánielfy as a prince fighting a dragon? We already have. And it is an incredible experience.
Sky-High ...
'Folk Dance Event for Children', National Dance Theatre Budapest, 18 September
- 13 Sep 2022 7:37 AM
- entertainment
Interested Xpat families can join in this children’s dance house at the National Dance Theatre, held every Sunday morning in Buda from 10.00 am - 12 noon.
Guide to August 20 Celebrations in Budapest: Spectacular Air Display, Concerts, Folk Arts + Cheap Drinks & Big-Budget Fireworks
- 16 Aug 2022 10:02 AM
- hungarymatters.hu
- entertainment
The August 20 celebrations will again span four days this year, with hundreds of programmes on offer to expats at some 20 venues from 18 August.
Insider’s Guide: Kolodko's Strange Small Statues Around Budapest
- 14 Jun 2023 6:02 PM
- getting around
As you pass Budapest’s key sites and vantage points, keep a look out for a strange little figure you might see alongside. These figurines are the work of sculptor Mihály Kolodko and often embellish the story behind the landmark, usually in an offbeat, humorous way.
Insider’s Guide: Margaret Island in Budapest
- 12 Jun 2023 5:53 AM
- getting around
This island in the Danube is a tranquil retreat, offering a blend of nature, history and recreational activity. In the latest in our series focusing on Budapest’s best attractions, we delve into the fascinating story of Margaret Island and uncover why it is a must-visit for those seeking a slice of serenity in the Hungarian capital.
Kids’ Day & Cherry Market, Hunyadi Square Market Budapest, 11 June
- 11 Jun 2023 10:00 AM
- community
The upcoming flea market at Hunyadi Square will feature an exciting children's day and a cherry fair.
Alongside a wide selection of unique and vintage items, books, toys, fashion pieces, and other second-hand goods, visitors can enjoy a farmers' cherry market and a crafts market offering high-quality products.
Eötvös10 has organized engaging activities for kids, including captivating ...
Children's Day Interactive Family Programs, Mupa Budapest, 28 May
- 26 May 2023 7:26 AM
- entertainment
Concerts, storytelling, amusement park, and creative activities await children at Müpa on Children's Day.
Family & Youth Event: Carnival Merry-Making, Palace of Arts Budapest, 22 February
- 20 Feb 2023 10:45 AM
- community
The celebration: a sacred time, where we break away from our everyday lives and, with our bodies and souls dressed for celebration, await the magical events of olden times to once again be brought to life.
Farsang stands out from the other celebrations in Hungary: there is no significant religious holiday in this period in the liturgical calendar. Yet this period between Epiphany and Ash ...
'The World of Rogues', National Dance Theatre Budapest, 16 December
- 16 Dec 2022 7:00 PM
- contemporary
Rogues and highwaymen are typical characters of Hungarian folk traditions. Folk songs, folk tales and ballads preserve the memories of our most famous highwaymen and they feature as a popular topic in folk art. They are often idealised as heroes in folk memory.
This is how “Hungarian Robin Hoods”, our legendary rogues were born: Jóska Sóbri, Imre Bogár, Márton Vidróczky, Bandi Angyal and, ...
Sky-High Music, Millenáris Budapest, 29 November
- 29 Nov 2022 5:00 PM
- classical
The highly acclaimed Müpa Budapest fairy-tale concert will be on show once again this winter, but at a new venue in Millenáris Park.
Can you imagine the Hungarian musicians Viki Lábas and Lóci Csorba as twin babies inside a giant washing machine? Or Iván Vitáris in a dog costume? Gergely Dánielfy as a prince fighting a dragon? We already have. And it is an incredible experience.
Sky-High ...
'Folk Dance Event for Children', National Dance Theatre Budapest, 18 September
- 13 Sep 2022 7:37 AM
- entertainment
Interested Xpat families can join in this children’s dance house at the National Dance Theatre, held every Sunday morning in Buda from 10.00 am - 12 noon.
Guide to August 20 Celebrations in Budapest: Spectacular Air Display, Concerts, Folk Arts + Cheap Drinks & Big-Budget Fireworks
- 16 Aug 2022 10:02 AM
- hungarymatters.hu
- entertainment
The August 20 celebrations will again span four days this year, with hundreds of programmes on offer to expats at some 20 venues from 18 August.