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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.
Expat Explainer: St. Lucy's Day Traditions in Hungary, 13 December
- 11 Dec 2025 7:41 AM
- community & culture
"Named after the Christian virgin, St. Lucy's day (Lucia or Luca’s day - luca napja) is one of the richest in customs and superstitions in Hungary. Before the Gregorian calendar reform, it was the shortest and darkest day of the year, and it marked the beginning of the winter solstice. It is for this reason that numerous traditions and fertility games are linked to this special day.
Nobel Prize Presented to Hungary's Krasznahorkai for Literature in Stockholm
- 11 Dec 2025 6:35 AM
- community & culture
Hungarian writer László Krasznahorkai was presented with the Nobel Prize in Literature at the Nobel Prize Award Ceremony in Stockholm.
'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.
Swedish Chamber of Commerce in Hungary Celebrates 30th Anniversary
- 8 Dec 2025 2:45 PM
- https://bbj.hu/
- community & culture
Marking its 30th anniversary this year, the Swedish Chamber of Commerce in Hungary says it has become a network of companies and professionals committed to sustainable business, innovation, and ethical values.
Meet the Real Santa: Joulupukki Kicks Off the Festive Season in Budapest
- 3 Dec 2025 4:14 PM
- community & culture
Christmas is just around the corner, and that means the much-anticipated arrival of the Mikulás (St. Nicholas) to leave gifts in small boots across Hungary. This year, families in Budapest have multiple opportunities to meet the legendary man in red in person during the first week of December.
Outstanding UAE National Day Gala in Budapest Highlights Next Chapter for Hungary-UAE Relations in Defence, Tech & AI
- 2 Dec 2025 5:38 AM
- community & culture
United Arab Emirates Ambassador to Hungary Saud Al-Shamsi delivered an engaging opening speech, emphasizing the excellent strengthening ties between Hungary and the UAE. His Excellency highlighted the landmark 2025 state visit by UAE President Sheikh Mohammed bin Zayed Al Nahyan to Hungary, the first of its kind.
Spreading Holiday Cheer: The Christmas Shoebox Action in Hungary
- 1 Dec 2025 2:24 PM
- community & culture
The Christmas Shoebox Action (known locally as Cipősdoboz Akció) is a major charity drive aimed at collecting and distributing Christmas gifts to disadvantaged children, primarily here in Hungary. The core goal is simple: to ensure these children receive a present that brings a genuine smile to their faces during the holidays — a simple joy that many of us take for granted—and to offer something ...
National Christmas Tree of Hungary to be Unveiled Fully Decorated on 30 November
- 25 Nov 2025 5:54 AM
- community & culture
Hungary is officially kicking off the festive season, following the successful transport of this year's national Christmas tree to Budapest. An impressive, nearly 23-metre-tall silver fir was felled in Ibrány, a town in Szabolcs-Szatmár-Bereg county, before making the 300-kilometre journey to the capital. It arrived at Kossuth Square on Monday morning, where it will serve as the central holiday ...
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.
Expat Explainer: St. Lucy's Day Traditions in Hungary, 13 December
- 11 Dec 2025 7:41 AM
- community & culture
"Named after the Christian virgin, St. Lucy's day (Lucia or Luca’s day - luca napja) is one of the richest in customs and superstitions in Hungary. Before the Gregorian calendar reform, it was the shortest and darkest day of the year, and it marked the beginning of the winter solstice. It is for this reason that numerous traditions and fertility games are linked to this special day.
Nobel Prize Presented to Hungary's Krasznahorkai for Literature in Stockholm
- 11 Dec 2025 6:35 AM
- community & culture
Hungarian writer László Krasznahorkai was presented with the Nobel Prize in Literature at the Nobel Prize Award Ceremony in Stockholm.
'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.
Swedish Chamber of Commerce in Hungary Celebrates 30th Anniversary
- 8 Dec 2025 2:45 PM
- https://bbj.hu/
- community & culture
Marking its 30th anniversary this year, the Swedish Chamber of Commerce in Hungary says it has become a network of companies and professionals committed to sustainable business, innovation, and ethical values.
Meet the Real Santa: Joulupukki Kicks Off the Festive Season in Budapest
- 3 Dec 2025 4:14 PM
- community & culture
Christmas is just around the corner, and that means the much-anticipated arrival of the Mikulás (St. Nicholas) to leave gifts in small boots across Hungary. This year, families in Budapest have multiple opportunities to meet the legendary man in red in person during the first week of December.
Outstanding UAE National Day Gala in Budapest Highlights Next Chapter for Hungary-UAE Relations in Defence, Tech & AI
- 2 Dec 2025 5:38 AM
- community & culture
United Arab Emirates Ambassador to Hungary Saud Al-Shamsi delivered an engaging opening speech, emphasizing the excellent strengthening ties between Hungary and the UAE. His Excellency highlighted the landmark 2025 state visit by UAE President Sheikh Mohammed bin Zayed Al Nahyan to Hungary, the first of its kind.
Spreading Holiday Cheer: The Christmas Shoebox Action in Hungary
- 1 Dec 2025 2:24 PM
- community & culture
The Christmas Shoebox Action (known locally as Cipősdoboz Akció) is a major charity drive aimed at collecting and distributing Christmas gifts to disadvantaged children, primarily here in Hungary. The core goal is simple: to ensure these children receive a present that brings a genuine smile to their faces during the holidays — a simple joy that many of us take for granted—and to offer something ...
National Christmas Tree of Hungary to be Unveiled Fully Decorated on 30 November
- 25 Nov 2025 5:54 AM
- community & culture
Hungary is officially kicking off the festive season, following the successful transport of this year's national Christmas tree to Budapest. An impressive, nearly 23-metre-tall silver fir was felled in Ibrány, a town in Szabolcs-Szatmár-Bereg county, before making the 300-kilometre journey to the capital. It arrived at Kossuth Square on Monday morning, where it will serve as the central holiday ...