191 result(s) for initiative in Community & Culture
Jobbik Fails in Bid to Make Xmas Eve a National Holiday in Hungary
- 2 Feb 2026 7:23 AM
- http://www.hatc.hu
- community & culture
The national referendum initiative launched by Jobbik to make December 24 a public holiday has failed to gather sufficient public backing, as fewer than 100,000 valid signatures were submitted, the National Election Committee (NVB) has declared.
Central European Creative Awards Launched in Hungary to Showcase Regional Design Excellence
- 29 Jan 2026 10:07 AM
- community & culture
Creative Hungary has announced a new industry prize, the Central European Creative Awards, with submissions open via the official website until 26 February. The initiative builds on the long professional legacy of the Hungarian Design Award, now returning in an updated format following extensive consultation across the creative sector.
'Culture Connects Us' - Current Culture Day Expands to Week-Long Celebration
- 19 Jan 2026 9:10 AM
- community & culture
Hungarian Culture Day will now span an entire week and adopt a distinct identity, unifying events across the Carpathian Basin, Magdolna Zavogyán, state secretary for culture, said at a press conference in the Hungarian National Museum.
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 again delivered epic experiences. “Bonfire Night is one of our most cherished British traditions, and tonight it takes on even greater meaning as we all unite in support of such worthy causes" — the UK Ambassador said to guests.
'Greenest University' in Hungary Revealed
- 9 Dec 2025 7:11 AM
- community & culture
The University of Pécs (PTE) has once again demonstrated its commitment to environmental responsibility, securing an impressive position in the UI GreenMetric World University Rankings. This international assessment evaluates universities based on comprehensive sustainability criteria.
Op-Art Celebrations: Vasarely Memorial Year to be Held in Pécs
- 18 Nov 2025 4:18 PM
- community & culture
Programs will be 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.
Budapest Celebrates Unification: New Honorary Citizens Revealed, Mayor Champions Freedom
- 18 Nov 2025 7:00 AM
- community & culture
Gergely Karácsony, the mayor of Budapest, awarded honorary citizenship titles on Monday, the day marking the 152nd anniversary of the unification of Budapest.
New Initiative to Protect Traditional First Names Launched in Hungary
- 14 Oct 2025 2:02 PM
- community & culture
A new committee made up of government ministers, academics, cultural experts, and representatives from Hungary’s minority communities has been formed to oversee the preservation and promotion of Hungarian and minority first names.
Watch: Hungary's Folk Culture is Alive & Welcoming
- 8 Oct 2025 5:39 PM
- community & culture
Hungary possesses a remarkably rich vein of folk traditions — a dynamic heritage that expats in Hungary should certainly explore. This deeply rooted culture, encompassing both preserved knowledge and living practices, is a significant part of why the Hungarian countryside is a popular destination for cultural tourism.
Jobbik Fails in Bid to Make Xmas Eve a National Holiday in Hungary
- 2 Feb 2026 7:23 AM
- http://www.hatc.hu
- community & culture
The national referendum initiative launched by Jobbik to make December 24 a public holiday has failed to gather sufficient public backing, as fewer than 100,000 valid signatures were submitted, the National Election Committee (NVB) has declared.
Central European Creative Awards Launched in Hungary to Showcase Regional Design Excellence
- 29 Jan 2026 10:07 AM
- community & culture
Creative Hungary has announced a new industry prize, the Central European Creative Awards, with submissions open via the official website until 26 February. The initiative builds on the long professional legacy of the Hungarian Design Award, now returning in an updated format following extensive consultation across the creative sector.
'Culture Connects Us' - Current Culture Day Expands to Week-Long Celebration
- 19 Jan 2026 9:10 AM
- community & culture
Hungarian Culture Day will now span an entire week and adopt a distinct identity, unifying events across the Carpathian Basin, Magdolna Zavogyán, state secretary for culture, said at a press conference in the Hungarian National Museum.
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 again delivered epic experiences. “Bonfire Night is one of our most cherished British traditions, and tonight it takes on even greater meaning as we all unite in support of such worthy causes" — the UK Ambassador said to guests.
'Greenest University' in Hungary Revealed
- 9 Dec 2025 7:11 AM
- community & culture
The University of Pécs (PTE) has once again demonstrated its commitment to environmental responsibility, securing an impressive position in the UI GreenMetric World University Rankings. This international assessment evaluates universities based on comprehensive sustainability criteria.
Op-Art Celebrations: Vasarely Memorial Year to be Held in Pécs
- 18 Nov 2025 4:18 PM
- community & culture
Programs will be 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.
Budapest Celebrates Unification: New Honorary Citizens Revealed, Mayor Champions Freedom
- 18 Nov 2025 7:00 AM
- community & culture
Gergely Karácsony, the mayor of Budapest, awarded honorary citizenship titles on Monday, the day marking the 152nd anniversary of the unification of Budapest.
New Initiative to Protect Traditional First Names Launched in Hungary
- 14 Oct 2025 2:02 PM
- community & culture
A new committee made up of government ministers, academics, cultural experts, and representatives from Hungary’s minority communities has been formed to oversee the preservation and promotion of Hungarian and minority first names.
Watch: Hungary's Folk Culture is Alive & Welcoming
- 8 Oct 2025 5:39 PM
- community & culture
Hungary possesses a remarkably rich vein of folk traditions — a dynamic heritage that expats in Hungary should certainly explore. This deeply rooted culture, encompassing both preserved knowledge and living practices, is a significant part of why the Hungarian countryside is a popular destination for cultural tourism.