125 result(s) for local history in Videos
The Prodigy Set to Headline SopronFest 2026
- 17 Dec 2025 6:43 AM
- entertainment
The Prodigy is returning to Hungary after an eight-year hiatus, performing at a location steeped in local festival history. On July 4, 2026, the band will take the stage at the Lővérek in Sopron—the long-time home of the former VOLT Festival, where the group performed several legendary sold-out shows over the decades.
Insider’s Guide: Charming Narrow-Gauge Forest Railways in Hungary
- 1 Dec 2025 4:44 PM
- getting around
For anyone interested in exploring Hungary beyond the usual tourist spots, narrow-gauge forest railways offer a fascinating mix of history, nature, and a little bit of nostalgia. Originally built for logging, mining, and industrial purposes, these small railways crisscross forests, mountains, and valleys, providing a very different perspective on the country.
Michael Jackson Exhibition in Budapest Now Open Featuring Special Memorabilia
- 13 Nov 2025 6:01 AM
- entertainment
A new exhibition dedicated to Michael Jackson has opened in Budapest, offering visitors a closer look at the person behind the pop icon. Rather than focusing solely on the superstar’s stage persona, Michael – The HIStory Exhibition explores his life, artistic impact, and personal connection to Hungary through rare memorabilia and life-sized figures.
Updated: Oscars Trailer - Orphan by Nemes Official Hungarian Entry for Academy Awards
- 29 Sep 2025 12:32 PM
- entertainment
Oscar-winning director Laszlo Nemes's latest film Orphan will represent Hungary at the Academy Awards next year, the National Film Institute said.
Insider’s Guide: Scenic EuroVelo 6 Cycling Route in Hungary
- 22 Sep 2025 2:52 PM
- sport
EuroVelo 6 is a very special long-distance cycling route stretching across Europe from the Atlantic Ocean to the Black Sea, and Hungary offers a remarkable section of this route along the Danube River. This special cycling route is celebrated for its combination of natural beauty, historical sites, and lively local villages, making it a top choice for biking around in Hungary.
What Does This Hungarian Saying Mean? "More Was Lost At Mohács!"
- 26 Aug 2025 3:24 PM
- community & culture
The local saying is often used in difficult times to put a situation in perspective, as it basically means "Worse things have happened". The saying is drawn from Hungarian history, specifically the disaster at Mohács, where Hungary suffered a devastating defeat after an unstoppable attack by the Ottoman Empire.
Savaria Carnival, Szombathely, 21 - 24 August
- 11 Aug 2025 4:35 PM
- community & culture
Szombathely, in western Hungary, will once again turn back the clock this summer as it hosts the 24th Savaria Historical Carnival from 21 to 24 August. The four-day event will see the city’s streets filled with Roman legions, medieval merchants, baroque nobles, and a host of other historical figures from across the centuries.
Classic Local Pop & Rock: Retro Tabán Concert Series in Budapest
- 11 Aug 2025 1:54 PM
- entertainment
Korál, Róbert Szikora and R-GO, Neoton Família and Bikini will also perform at the traditional St. Stephen's Day Retro Tabán concert series between August 16th and 19th.
St. Stephen’s Day Holiday in Hungary
- 11 Aug 2025 12:37 PM
- community & culture
Festivities for the August 20 national holiday celebrating Hungary’s statehood will span six days, beginning on August 16. The highlight will be the traditional mega fireworks display over the Danube.
The Prodigy Set to Headline SopronFest 2026
- 17 Dec 2025 6:43 AM
- entertainment
The Prodigy is returning to Hungary after an eight-year hiatus, performing at a location steeped in local festival history. On July 4, 2026, the band will take the stage at the Lővérek in Sopron—the long-time home of the former VOLT Festival, where the group performed several legendary sold-out shows over the decades.
Insider’s Guide: Charming Narrow-Gauge Forest Railways in Hungary
- 1 Dec 2025 4:44 PM
- getting around
For anyone interested in exploring Hungary beyond the usual tourist spots, narrow-gauge forest railways offer a fascinating mix of history, nature, and a little bit of nostalgia. Originally built for logging, mining, and industrial purposes, these small railways crisscross forests, mountains, and valleys, providing a very different perspective on the country.
Michael Jackson Exhibition in Budapest Now Open Featuring Special Memorabilia
- 13 Nov 2025 6:01 AM
- entertainment
A new exhibition dedicated to Michael Jackson has opened in Budapest, offering visitors a closer look at the person behind the pop icon. Rather than focusing solely on the superstar’s stage persona, Michael – The HIStory Exhibition explores his life, artistic impact, and personal connection to Hungary through rare memorabilia and life-sized figures.
Updated: Oscars Trailer - Orphan by Nemes Official Hungarian Entry for Academy Awards
- 29 Sep 2025 12:32 PM
- entertainment
Oscar-winning director Laszlo Nemes's latest film Orphan will represent Hungary at the Academy Awards next year, the National Film Institute said.
Insider’s Guide: Scenic EuroVelo 6 Cycling Route in Hungary
- 22 Sep 2025 2:52 PM
- sport
EuroVelo 6 is a very special long-distance cycling route stretching across Europe from the Atlantic Ocean to the Black Sea, and Hungary offers a remarkable section of this route along the Danube River. This special cycling route is celebrated for its combination of natural beauty, historical sites, and lively local villages, making it a top choice for biking around in Hungary.
What Does This Hungarian Saying Mean? "More Was Lost At Mohács!"
- 26 Aug 2025 3:24 PM
- community & culture
The local saying is often used in difficult times to put a situation in perspective, as it basically means "Worse things have happened". The saying is drawn from Hungarian history, specifically the disaster at Mohács, where Hungary suffered a devastating defeat after an unstoppable attack by the Ottoman Empire.
Savaria Carnival, Szombathely, 21 - 24 August
- 11 Aug 2025 4:35 PM
- community & culture
Szombathely, in western Hungary, will once again turn back the clock this summer as it hosts the 24th Savaria Historical Carnival from 21 to 24 August. The four-day event will see the city’s streets filled with Roman legions, medieval merchants, baroque nobles, and a host of other historical figures from across the centuries.
Classic Local Pop & Rock: Retro Tabán Concert Series in Budapest
- 11 Aug 2025 1:54 PM
- entertainment
Korál, Róbert Szikora and R-GO, Neoton Família and Bikini will also perform at the traditional St. Stephen's Day Retro Tabán concert series between August 16th and 19th.
St. Stephen’s Day Holiday in Hungary
- 11 Aug 2025 12:37 PM
- community & culture
Festivities for the August 20 national holiday celebrating Hungary’s statehood will span six days, beginning on August 16. The highlight will be the traditional mega fireworks display over the Danube.