53 result(s) for urban in Community & Culture
'Communist Prisons' Exhibition Shines Light on Political Police in Hungary from 1944-90
- 11 Jun 2026 8:55 AM
- community & culture
On display until 30 August. A compelling new multimedia exhibition has opened at the Robert Capa Contemporary Photography Center, offering a deep examination of the Hungarian penal system during the Rákosi and early Kádár regimes.
Pentecost Holiday: Long Weekend in Hungary - Celebration of Traditions
- 19 May 2026 6:40 AM
- community & culture
Pentecost is a major public holiday, observed on Sunday 24 May 24 and Monday 25 May in Hungary this year. Known as Pünkösd in Hungarian and historically referred to as Whitsun in English, this Christian celebration provides a three-day weekend that is popular for excursions, cultural exploration, and experiencing rural traditions.
Expat Explainer: Symbolism of Bronze Shoes in Budapest by Danube
- 22 Apr 2026 1:35 PM
- community & culture
Inaugurated in 2005, the memorial created by film director Can Togay and sculptor Gyula Pauer stands as a stark reminder of the Arrow Cross terror of 1944–45. During this period, Jewish victims were forced to remove their shoes before being shot into the river.
Quick Guide to Long Weekend in Hungary this Easter
- 1 Apr 2026 4:30 PM
- community & culture
In 2026, Good Friday falls on 3 April, marking the start of a four-day public holiday that runs through Monday, 6 April. While the long weekend offers a perfect opportunity for travel and relaxation, life in Hungary shifts into a different gear during this period, making forward planning essential for expats and locals alike.
Bartók Feszt’ Returns to Celebrate Community & Creativity in Budapest, 30 August
- 26 Aug 2025 8:51 AM
- community & culture
On Saturday, 30 August, the Bartók Quarter will once again host Bartók Feszt’, a full-day festival focused on community spirit, music, and creative exchange. This annual event offers more than just entertainment—it encourages residents and visitors to reflect on what makes a city truly livable: shared knowledge, mutual support, and genuine human connection.
Vote for Your 'Bird of the Year' in Hungary
- 9 Jul 2025 6:09 PM
- community & culture
The Hungarian Ornithological and Nature Conservation Association (MME) is inviting public votes for the bird of the year until July 25th - you can choose between the little warbler, the song thrush and the garden warbler.
Museum+ Cultural Evening Awaits at Hungarian National Gallery on 14 May
- 12 May 2025 3:30 PM
- community & culture
Exhibitions, guided tours, a book launch, a craft workshop, live music and a champagne tasting await the public in the Museum+ program on May 14 at the Hungarian National Gallery, the exhibition venue told MTI.
Budapest100 Festival to Open Doors to 80 Green Spaces on 24 & 25 May
- 10 May 2025 8:06 AM
- community & culture
This year’s Open Houses Weekend, part of the Budapest100 festival, will feature a record number of nearly 80 residential and community gardens opening to the public on 24–25 May, according to the Contemporary Architecture Centre (KÉK), the event’s organizer.
Insider's Guide: Easter in Hungary - Where Faith Meets Folklore Celebrations
- 14 Apr 2025 6:26 AM
- community & culture
In Hungary, as in many European countries, Easter is one of the most important Christian holidays. But here, it’s more than just a religious celebration - it’s a vibrant blend of faith, springtime customs, and centuries-old traditions rooted in Hungarian folklore.
'Communist Prisons' Exhibition Shines Light on Political Police in Hungary from 1944-90
- 11 Jun 2026 8:55 AM
- community & culture
On display until 30 August. A compelling new multimedia exhibition has opened at the Robert Capa Contemporary Photography Center, offering a deep examination of the Hungarian penal system during the Rákosi and early Kádár regimes.
Pentecost Holiday: Long Weekend in Hungary - Celebration of Traditions
- 19 May 2026 6:40 AM
- community & culture
Pentecost is a major public holiday, observed on Sunday 24 May 24 and Monday 25 May in Hungary this year. Known as Pünkösd in Hungarian and historically referred to as Whitsun in English, this Christian celebration provides a three-day weekend that is popular for excursions, cultural exploration, and experiencing rural traditions.
Expat Explainer: Symbolism of Bronze Shoes in Budapest by Danube
- 22 Apr 2026 1:35 PM
- community & culture
Inaugurated in 2005, the memorial created by film director Can Togay and sculptor Gyula Pauer stands as a stark reminder of the Arrow Cross terror of 1944–45. During this period, Jewish victims were forced to remove their shoes before being shot into the river.
Quick Guide to Long Weekend in Hungary this Easter
- 1 Apr 2026 4:30 PM
- community & culture
In 2026, Good Friday falls on 3 April, marking the start of a four-day public holiday that runs through Monday, 6 April. While the long weekend offers a perfect opportunity for travel and relaxation, life in Hungary shifts into a different gear during this period, making forward planning essential for expats and locals alike.
Bartók Feszt’ Returns to Celebrate Community & Creativity in Budapest, 30 August
- 26 Aug 2025 8:51 AM
- community & culture
On Saturday, 30 August, the Bartók Quarter will once again host Bartók Feszt’, a full-day festival focused on community spirit, music, and creative exchange. This annual event offers more than just entertainment—it encourages residents and visitors to reflect on what makes a city truly livable: shared knowledge, mutual support, and genuine human connection.
Vote for Your 'Bird of the Year' in Hungary
- 9 Jul 2025 6:09 PM
- community & culture
The Hungarian Ornithological and Nature Conservation Association (MME) is inviting public votes for the bird of the year until July 25th - you can choose between the little warbler, the song thrush and the garden warbler.
Museum+ Cultural Evening Awaits at Hungarian National Gallery on 14 May
- 12 May 2025 3:30 PM
- community & culture
Exhibitions, guided tours, a book launch, a craft workshop, live music and a champagne tasting await the public in the Museum+ program on May 14 at the Hungarian National Gallery, the exhibition venue told MTI.
Budapest100 Festival to Open Doors to 80 Green Spaces on 24 & 25 May
- 10 May 2025 8:06 AM
- community & culture
This year’s Open Houses Weekend, part of the Budapest100 festival, will feature a record number of nearly 80 residential and community gardens opening to the public on 24–25 May, according to the Contemporary Architecture Centre (KÉK), the event’s organizer.
Insider's Guide: Easter in Hungary - Where Faith Meets Folklore Celebrations
- 14 Apr 2025 6:26 AM
- community & culture
In Hungary, as in many European countries, Easter is one of the most important Christian holidays. But here, it’s more than just a religious celebration - it’s a vibrant blend of faith, springtime customs, and centuries-old traditions rooted in Hungarian folklore.