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Expat Explainer: Christmas Day In Hungary On 25 December
- 24 Dec 2025 7:22 AM
- community & culture
In Hungary and in Hungarian communities worldwide, a key element of celebrating Christmas is a traditional custom, the Bethlehem Shepherd’s play (betlehemes játék). The present-day version of the Bethlehem folk play originates from the 19th-20th century, although it may date back as far as the medieval times.
Christmas Day Traditions In Hungary: Bethlehem Shepherd’s Play
- 24 Dec 2025 7:02 AM
- community & culture
In Hungary and in Hungarian communities worldwide, a key element of celebrating Christmas is a traditional custom, the Bethlehem Shepherd’s play (Betlehemes játék). The present-day version of the Bethlehem folk play originates from the 19th-20th century, although it may date back as far as the medieval times.
Holiday Shop Closures in Hungary: Full 2025 Schedule
- 22 Dec 2025 9:48 AM
- shopping
Hungary's shops, malls, and services scale back or shut down over Christmas and New Year. Plan ahead—most supermarkets, post offices, and pharmacies close fully on key days.
Expat Explainer: Christmas Day Customs in Hungary
- 21 Dec 2025 10:06 AM
- community & culture
In Hungary a key element of celebrating Christmas is the traditional custom of the Bethlehem Shepherd’s play (betlehemes játék). The present-day version of the Bethlehem folk play originates from the 19th-20th century, although it may date back as far as the medieval times.
Quick Guide to Top 10 Christmas Fairs in Budapest
- 19 Dec 2025 12:37 PM
- shopping
Budapest reveals a whole new face during Advent time: the city is filled with decorative lights and the scent and melodies of Christmas. There are also lovely Christmas fairs in many parts of the city, all of which are truly wonderful.
Regulations on Public Transport as 'Fundamental Right' Enter Force
- 16 Dec 2025 7:34 AM
- getting around
Regulations ensuring public transportation service between all settlements and district-level centres at least three times a day came into force.
Daily Budapest - Beijing Flight Connection Soon
- 15 Dec 2025 9:06 AM
- travel
Air China will operate its Budapest-Beijing flight every day from spring, up from four times a week at present, Minister of Foreign Affairs and Trade Peter Szijjártó said in Budapest.
Advent Fair in Újbuda, Budapest, Until 23 December
- 11 Dec 2025 3:40 PM
- shopping
The festive spirit is officially back in Újbuda! Until December 23, the much-anticipated Újbuda Advent Fair is back, and set up shop on Kőrösy József Street, right along the bustling promenade next to the Allee shopping center.
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.
Expat Explainer: Christmas Day In Hungary On 25 December
- 24 Dec 2025 7:22 AM
- community & culture
In Hungary and in Hungarian communities worldwide, a key element of celebrating Christmas is a traditional custom, the Bethlehem Shepherd’s play (betlehemes játék). The present-day version of the Bethlehem folk play originates from the 19th-20th century, although it may date back as far as the medieval times.
Christmas Day Traditions In Hungary: Bethlehem Shepherd’s Play
- 24 Dec 2025 7:02 AM
- community & culture
In Hungary and in Hungarian communities worldwide, a key element of celebrating Christmas is a traditional custom, the Bethlehem Shepherd’s play (Betlehemes játék). The present-day version of the Bethlehem folk play originates from the 19th-20th century, although it may date back as far as the medieval times.
Holiday Shop Closures in Hungary: Full 2025 Schedule
- 22 Dec 2025 9:48 AM
- shopping
Hungary's shops, malls, and services scale back or shut down over Christmas and New Year. Plan ahead—most supermarkets, post offices, and pharmacies close fully on key days.
Expat Explainer: Christmas Day Customs in Hungary
- 21 Dec 2025 10:06 AM
- community & culture
In Hungary a key element of celebrating Christmas is the traditional custom of the Bethlehem Shepherd’s play (betlehemes játék). The present-day version of the Bethlehem folk play originates from the 19th-20th century, although it may date back as far as the medieval times.
Quick Guide to Top 10 Christmas Fairs in Budapest
- 19 Dec 2025 12:37 PM
- shopping
Budapest reveals a whole new face during Advent time: the city is filled with decorative lights and the scent and melodies of Christmas. There are also lovely Christmas fairs in many parts of the city, all of which are truly wonderful.
Regulations on Public Transport as 'Fundamental Right' Enter Force
- 16 Dec 2025 7:34 AM
- getting around
Regulations ensuring public transportation service between all settlements and district-level centres at least three times a day came into force.
Daily Budapest - Beijing Flight Connection Soon
- 15 Dec 2025 9:06 AM
- travel
Air China will operate its Budapest-Beijing flight every day from spring, up from four times a week at present, Minister of Foreign Affairs and Trade Peter Szijjártó said in Budapest.
Advent Fair in Újbuda, Budapest, Until 23 December
- 11 Dec 2025 3:40 PM
- shopping
The festive spirit is officially back in Újbuda! Until December 23, the much-anticipated Újbuda Advent Fair is back, and set up shop on Kőrösy József Street, right along the bustling promenade next to the Allee shopping center.
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.