Category: Things to do in Budapest

Opening: Tamás Urbán: Unwanted Butterfly

Unwanted Butterfly spent half of his 40 years behind bars, so he had plenty of time to have his whole body tattooed. He was an unusual sight in Socialist Hungary. Photojournalist Tamás Urbán met him in 1988 for the first time, in the Csillag Prison of Szeged, Hungary. This is the first time this rich material of 2500 frames photographed on black-and-white negatives and color slides are presented. Please note that the exhibition includes disturbing graphic content. Visitors under the age of 18 must be accompanied by adult supervision.

What: Temporary photograph exhibit [icon name="info" class="" unprefixed_class=""]
When: Thursday 5 March until 5 April 2020 [icon name="calendar" class="" unprefixed_class=""]
Where: Robert Capa Contemporary Photography Center, 8 Nagymező Street, 1065 Budapest [icon name="map-marker" class="" unprefixed_class=""]
Cost: From 1,500 HUF [icon name="money" class="" unprefixed_class=""]

Classic Volkswagen Beetle Show

This winter show organised by Hungarian Beetle Club is seen by many as the professional classic Volkswagen car parts show but still retains a relaxed family-friendly atmosphere. The emphasis has always been on putting on a great display of used car parts and classic unmodified Volkswagen Beetles (also for sale).

What: Car show  Family-friendly  
When: 9 am - 3 pm on Saturday 07 March 2020 [icon name="calendar" class="" unprefixed_class=""]
Where: Budapest 1108 Gyömrői út. 125. [icon name="map-marker" class="" unprefixed_class=""]
Cost: Free [icon name="money" class="" unprefixed_class=""]

12th Budapest Architecture Film Days

Do you live in a building? Do you love cinema? Then watch some fifteen movies about standing up for the planet, the city, the neighborhood, the spaces and the places you love.

What: Cinema [icon name="info" class="" unprefixed_class=""]
When: Thursday-Sunday 5-8 March 2020 [icon name="calendar" class="" unprefixed_class=""]
Where: Toldi Cinema, Budapest, Bajcsy-Zsilinszky út 36-38, 1054 [icon name="map-marker" class="" unprefixed_class=""]
Cost: From 1,200 HUF [icon name="money" class="" unprefixed_class=""]

Delinquent Habits

Latin Hip Hop band Delinquent Habits brings you the original and true form back this Tuesday by the collaboration of Ives Irie and Kemo the Blaxicanon. Expect radically diverse rhythms, styles and lyrics.

What: Hip Hop [icon name="info" class="" unprefixed_class=""]
When: Tuesday, 3 March 2020 [icon name="calendar" class="" unprefixed_class=""]
Where: Instant-Fogas Komplexum, Akácfa utca 49-51., Budapest, 1073 [icon name="map-marker" class="" unprefixed_class=""]
Cost: 5,500 HUF [icon name="money" class="" unprefixed_class=""]

Ryan O'Reilly

After touring across North America and Europe, songwriter Ryan O'Reilly arrives to Budapest. Ryan, who was making a living performing on London’s Portobello Road not long ago combines Irish and English music with great passion.

What: Acoustic concert [icon name="info" class="" unprefixed_class=""]
When: Thursday, 5 March 2020 [icon name="calendar" class="" unprefixed_class=""]
Where: MiraDoor, Bokréta utca 10, Budapest, 1094 [icon name="map-marker" class="" unprefixed_class=""]
Cost: Basic donation from 500 HUF [icon name="money" class="" unprefixed_class=""]

Balázs Szabó Band

Balázs Szabó is a singer-songwriter, multi-instrumentalist musician, puppet actor and storyteller. The Balázs Szabó Band, moving on the fringes of Hungarian folk music, rock, pop and funk, has released three records so far. They will play two concerts this week: on Friday and Saturday night.

What: Folk, rock, pop, funk live concert [icon name="info" class="" unprefixed_class=""]
When: Friday-Saturday, 6-7 March 2020 [icon name="calendar" class="" unprefixed_class=""]
Where: A38, Budapest, Petőfi híd, budai hídfő, 1117 [icon name="map-marker" class="" unprefixed_class=""]
Cost: From 3,990 HUF [icon name="money" class="" unprefixed_class=""]

Deák Bill Gyula

King of Hungarian blues, also known as Captain Bill or simply Bill, Gyula Bill Deák is a living legend in Hungary. In 1984 he performed with Chuck Berry at the Budapest Sport Arena, who reportedly said: 'he's the blackest white singer I've ever heard'. He lost his left leg when he was eleven and walking up the stage with crutch has given him a distinguished appearance ever since. See him giving live performance at Legend Brew House.

What: Blues concert [icon name="info" class="" unprefixed_class=""]
When: Friday, 6 March 2020 [icon name="calendar" class="" unprefixed_class=""]
Where: Legenda Sörfőzde, Kövirózsa utca 8., Budapest, 1163 [icon name="map-marker" class="" unprefixed_class=""]
Cost: 2,800 HUF [icon name="money" class="" unprefixed_class=""]

Telekom Electronic Beats Pres. Boiler Room

Boiler Room, the online music broadcasting platform will be streaming live music sessions at Akvarium on Thursday. There are half a dozen DJs, led by DJ Seinfeld, the man who introduced lo-fi house.

What: Electronic [icon name="info" class="" unprefixed_class=""]
When: Thursday, 5 March 2020 [icon name="calendar" class="" unprefixed_class=""]
Where: Akvárium Klub 1051 Budapest, Erzsébet tér 12. [icon name="map-marker" class="" unprefixed_class=""]
Cost: 13.50 EUR [icon name="money" class="" unprefixed_class=""]

Papa Roach & Hollywood Undead

Always incendiary Papa Roach will be giving a fresh live act supported by rap-rock (if that is an existing genre) Hollywood Undead. Expect unique sounds.

What: Rock [icon name="info" class="" unprefixed_class=""]
When: Wednesday, 4 March 2020 [icon name="calendar" class="" unprefixed_class=""]
Where: Papp László Sportaréna, Stefánia út 2, Budapest, 1143 [icon name="map-marker" class="" unprefixed_class=""]
Cost: From 13,200 HUF [icon name="money" class="" unprefixed_class=""]

Kelis

She's a first-rate r&b singer who even has a gigantic world hit with milkshake which brings all the boys to her yard. To celebrate the 20th anniversary of Kaleidoscope, Kelis will be playing the album and her biggest hits in Budapest on Tuesday.

What: R&B [icon name="info" class="" unprefixed_class=""]
When: Tuesday, 3 March 2020 [icon name="calendar" class="" unprefixed_class=""]
Where: Akvárium Klub, 12 Erzsébet tér, Budapest, 1051 [icon name="map-marker" class="" unprefixed_class=""]
Cost: From 9,500 HUF [icon name="money" class="" unprefixed_class=""]

Moné Hattori (violin) and The Franz Liszt Chamber Orchestra: Musical bouquet for women's day

On this coming Sunday, the Franz Liszt Chamber Orchestra and violinist Moné Hattori, before their grand tour in Germany, will present a musical program in Budapest that could be a real gift for the ladies and, of course, the gentlemen accompanying them.

What: Classical music [icon name="info" class="" unprefixed_class=""]
When: Sunday, 8 March 2020 [icon name="calendar" class="" unprefixed_class=""]
Where: Pesti Vigadó, 1051 Budapest, Vigadó tér 2. [icon name="map-marker" class="" unprefixed_class=""]
Cost: From 5,000 HUF [icon name="money" class="" unprefixed_class=""]

Újpest (UTE) - Óbuda (Vasas)

Women's volleyball Extra League game on Saturday. Atmosphere is superbly family-friendly and you might get your kids to talk to a coach about training.

What: Women's volleyball  Family-friendly  
When: Saturday 7 March 2020 [icon name="calendar" class="" unprefixed_class=""]
Where: UTE atlétikai stadion, Szilágyi u. 30, 1046 Budapest [icon name="map-marker" class="" unprefixed_class=""]

Decathlon Tennis Competition

This event welcomes kids who like to play tennis, practice regularly, but do not train as many hours as professionals do. It is also a great opportunity for novice players who are struggling with this sport because here they can enjoy less competition.

What: Tennis for kids  Family-friendly  
When: 1 pm - 5 pm on Sunday 8 March 2020 - More information on 0620 435 1449 [icon name="calendar" class="" unprefixed_class=""]
Where: Szentendre, Postás strand, Dunakorzó [icon name="map-marker" class="" unprefixed_class=""]
Cost: 4,500 HUF [icon name="money" class="" unprefixed_class=""]

Donovan Waite

Meet Donovan Waite shihan, member of the USAF Technical Committee, former uchideshi of Yamada Sensei and learn from him during this weekend's seminar.

What: Judo [icon name="info" class="" unprefixed_class=""]
When: Friday-Saturday-Sunday 6-7-8 March 2020 [icon name="calendar" class="" unprefixed_class=""]
Where: Budapesti Honvéd Judo Szakosztály, Tüzér utca 56., Budapest, 1134 [icon name="map-marker" class="" unprefixed_class=""]
Cost: From 7,000 HUF [icon name="money" class="" unprefixed_class=""]

Semmelweis University (OSC) - Terrassa

Champion's League water-polo game on Tuesday. Hungary's water-polo is one of the best in the world, take the opportunity to experience a high-level sports night like this.

What: Water polo [icon name="info" class="" unprefixed_class=""]
When: Tuesday, 3 March 2020 [icon name="calendar" class="" unprefixed_class=""]
Where: OSC Waterpolo, Kondorosi út 14., Budapest, 1117 [icon name="map-marker" class="" unprefixed_class=""]
Cost: 2,000 HUF - Free under 14 [icon name="map-marker" class="" unprefixed_class=""]

Ferencváros (FTC Telekom) – Székesfehérvár (Fehérvári Titánok)

Ice-hockey Erste League quarter final on Monday. Let's see if Ferencváros can reach the semi-finals.

What: Ice-hockey [icon name="info" class="" unprefixed_class=""]
When: Monday, 2 March 2020 [icon name="calendar" class="" unprefixed_class=""]
Where: FTC Jégkorong, Pesterzsébet Jégcsarnok, Zodony utca 1., Budapest, 1203 [icon name="map-marker" class="" unprefixed_class=""]

Opening: Sándor Plugor (1940-1999) Memorial Exhibition

The uniqueness of Plugor’s graphic expression is that he is deeply engaged in presenting human fates. He shows his sympathy, love and sensitivity towards his subjects. He relieves his observers with the help of humour: this prevents his drawings from becoming depressive in mood.

What: Temporary exhibit [icon name="info" class="" unprefixed_class=""]
When: Thursday, 5 March until 19 April 2020 [icon name="calendar" class="" unprefixed_class=""]
Where: Pesti Vigadó, Vigadó tér 2., Budapest, 1051 [icon name="map-marker" class="" unprefixed_class=""]
Cost: From 1,500 HUF [icon name="money" class="" unprefixed_class=""]

IX. Wine & Violin Maker's Salon

Hungarian violin and bow makers present their work at the Wine and Violin Maker’s Salon - where you can taste Hungarian wine as well. There are also evening concerts so you can listen to classical masterpieces performed by world-class musicians. And the really good news is that you are allowed to hold any instrument on display to try out.

What: Wine, Violin, Concert [icon name="info" class="" unprefixed_class=""]
When: Saturday-Sunday, 7-8 March 2020 [icon name="calendar" class="" unprefixed_class=""]
Where: Fonó Budai Zeneház, 1116 Budapest Sztregova u 3. [icon name="map-marker" class="" unprefixed_class=""]
Cost: From 2,000 HUF [icon name="money" class="" unprefixed_class=""]

Opening: Krystyna Bilak: KOMPLEMENT

The project Komplement reflects on a 21th century issue: Krystyna Bilak is dealing with the various layers of interpreting images. She finds that the curiosity towards someone else’s body is even more intense in the age of Instagram.

What: Temporary exhibit [icon name="info" class="" unprefixed_class=""]
When: Monday, 2 March - 27 March 2020 [icon name="calendar" class="" unprefixed_class=""]
Where: ISBN BOOKS+GALLERY, 1084 Budapest, Víg utca 2. [icon name="map-marker" class="" unprefixed_class=""]

Premiere: Palink'Art: Black Or White

Screening of Palink'Art's new fiction movie, which discusses how the new political system threatens the friendship of two critical individuals.

What: Movie [icon name="info" class="" unprefixed_class=""]
When: Thursday, 5 March 2020 [icon name="calendar" class="" unprefixed_class=""]
Where: Három Holló / Drei Raben, Piarista köz 1. (bejárat a Szabadsajtó út felől), Budapest 1052 [icon name="map-marker" class="" unprefixed_class=""]

Opening: Thomaz Farkas: The Rythm of Light

Hungarian born and celebrated Brazilian photographer Thomaz Farkas (1924–2011) is considered to be one of the great representatives of modern photography and documentary cinema in Brazil. The Rhythm of Light includes highlights from his photographic works from the 1940s and the end of the 1950s.

What: Temporary exhibit [icon name="info" class="" unprefixed_class=""]
When: Tuesday, 3 March – 5 April 2020 [icon name="calendar" class="" unprefixed_class=""]
Where: Robert Capa Contemporary Photography Center, 8 Nagymező Street, 1065 Budapest [icon name="map-marker" class="" unprefixed_class=""]
Cost: From 1,500 HUF [icon name="money" class="" unprefixed_class=""]

Opening: Deák 17 Youth Art Gallery: The edge of fiction

The exhibition displays the playful and humorous visual language of three young, Eastern European photographers: Weronika Gesicka (Poland), Bara Prasilova (Czech Republic) and Maria Svarbova (Slovakia).

What: Temporary exhibit [icon name="info" class="" unprefixed_class=""]
When: Tuesday, 3 March - 4 April 2020 [icon name="calendar" class="" unprefixed_class=""]
Where: Deák 17 Youth Art Gallery – 1052, Budapest Deák Ferenc u. 17. 1st floor [icon name="map-marker" class="" unprefixed_class=""]

Opening: Cervantes Institute In Budapest - García de Marina: „The unfinished word”

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Opening: FUGA – Balázs TELEK: Points of View [icon name="external-link" class="" unprefixed_class=""]

Opening: Godot Institute of Contemporary Art - Attila KLEB: Closer

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Premiere: Desire

Latin lifestyle presented by Szeged Contemporary Dance Company: they are getting ready for their three one-act pieces premiere at National Dance Theatre Budapest on Tuesday. Art director Tamás Juronics claims that desire is a main topic for each choreographer and dealing with it is inevitable and thrilling.

What: Contemporary dance [icon name="info" class="" unprefixed_class=""]
When: Tuesday, 3 March 2020 [icon name="calendar" class="" unprefixed_class=""]
Where: National Dance Theatre, 1024 Budapest, Kis Rókus u. 16-20. [icon name="map-marker" class="" unprefixed_class=""]
Cost: From 3,400 HUF [icon name="money" class="" unprefixed_class=""]

Budapest Dance Festival: Sleeping Beauty

This child friendly, 50-minute-long dance performance by Ballet Pécs is high quality entertainment for adults and children alike. The dance artists present their wonderful talents and the magic of humour embedded in dance, accompanied by Tchaikovsky’s beautiful music.

What: Ballet  Family-friendly  
When: Saturday, 7 March 2020 [icon name="calendar" class="" unprefixed_class=""]
Where: National Dance Theatre, 1024 Budapest, Kis Rókus u. 16-20. [icon name="map-marker" class="" unprefixed_class=""]
Cost: From 2,500 HUF [icon name="money" class="" unprefixed_class=""]

Rajkó Folklore show

Founded in 1950, the world famous Rajkó Folk Ensemble performs authentic Hungarian folk dances. Not only they have worked with dances from Kalotaszeg, Transylvania and Kalocsa but also with Gypsy and many other music genres including Strauss music.

What: Hungarian dance performance [icon name="info" class="" unprefixed_class=""]
When: Saturday, 7 March 2020 [icon name="calendar" class="" unprefixed_class=""]
Where: Duna Palota, 1051 Budapest, Zrínyi utca 5 [icon name="map-marker" class="" unprefixed_class=""]
Cost: From 7,700 HUF [icon name="money" class="" unprefixed_class=""]

WAMP Hungarian Design Market [icon name="external-link" class="" unprefixed_class=""]

Sunday Design Market (WAMP Vasárnapi Művész Piac) is the fair which provides the platform for Hungarian designers to show their work to a larger public in the fields of fashion, jewellery, home decoration, gastronomy and more. This month's show will be on Sunday. Meet up with professionals and those interested in design and fashion and bring along your family, friends and pets too (Sunday, 8 March).  Family-friendly  

Full Moon Cacao Ceremony [icon name="external-link" class="" unprefixed_class=""]

A Sacred Cacao Ceremony can be an experience beyond time and space, a healing and empowering journey within a meditative process. Hosted by Women in Bloom Budapest, this event will be offered for both men and women (Sunday, 8 March).

Toys, plants, books SWAP: Repair Exchange Collect [icon name="external-link" class="" unprefixed_class=""]

Open Doors Hungary's first event dedicated to give a second chance to old things. Bring books, toys, cloths, plants or anything that you don't want anymore and can make someone else happy (Saturday, 7 March)!  Family-friendly  

Dinner Walk [icon name="external-link" class="" unprefixed_class=""]

Dinner Walk is a great opportunity to establish a basic understanding of Hungarian meals. You will have dinner at not just one restaurant so you can taste a variety of dishes and drinks over the course of the evening (tours depart daily).

Guided tour in English: Buda Castle Cave [icon name="external-link" class="" unprefixed_class=""]

The tour will take you to a journey through the 3,3 km long cave system hiding underneath the streets of the Castle District (Friday, 6 March).

Music Together Free Demo Class [icon name="external-link" class="" unprefixed_class=""]

Sing, play, jam, dance - children aged 0–5 and the adults who love them are welcome to join.  Family-friendly  

Intercultural Board Games Evening [icon name="external-link" class="" unprefixed_class=""]

Every meeting is a chance to spend some time in a multicultural group while playing interesting and smart games from different countries.  Family-friendly  

Budapest Boat Show 2020

Hungary’s greatest land-locked harbour, the season opening event of boating and water-sports opens its gates again on Thursday.

When: Thursday-Sunday 27-01 February-March 2020 [icon name="calendar" class="" unprefixed_class=""]
Where: HUNGEXPO Budapest Congress and Exhibition Center [icon name="map-marker" class="" unprefixed_class=""]
Cost: From 2,400 HUF [icon name="money" class="" unprefixed_class=""]

Training Camp With Professional NFL Players

Check out how professional NFL players train and watch 20 of them like DeAngelo Williams, Todd Gurley, Alex Mack or Deion Jones in action.

When: Saturday 29 February 2020 [icon name="calendar" class="" unprefixed_class=""]
Where: Puskás Aréna, Budapest, 1146 [icon name="map-marker" class="" unprefixed_class=""]
Cost: Free [icon name="money" class="" unprefixed_class=""]

Breeders Weekend 2020

This year's event hosts 40 young stallions for the approval, with stallion show and free-jumping. Free entry on both days.

When: Friday-Saturday 28-29 February 2020 [icon name="calendar" class="" unprefixed_class=""]
Where: Nemzeti Lovarda Budapest - Tattersall, Kerepesi út 7., 1087 [icon name="map-marker" class="" unprefixed_class=""]
Cost: Free [icon name="money" class="" unprefixed_class=""]

Ferencváros (FTC) - Debrecen (DVSC)

Football game in Groupama Arena on Saturday.

When: Saturday 29 February 2020 [icon name="calendar" class="" unprefixed_class=""]
Where: Groupama Aréna, Üllői út 129., Budapest, 1091 [icon name="map-marker" class="" unprefixed_class=""]
Cost: From 2,350 HUF  [icon name="money" class="" unprefixed_class=""]

Budapest Honvéd - Diósgyőr (DVTK)

Football game in Hidegkuti Nándor Stadium on Saturday.

When: Saturday 29 February 2020 [icon name="calendar" class="" unprefixed_class=""]
Where: Hidegkuti Nándor Stadium Budapest [icon name="map-marker" class="" unprefixed_class=""]
Cost: From 1,690 HUF  [icon name="money" class="" unprefixed_class=""]

Budapest-Zugló (BVSC) -  Semmelweis University (OSC)

Water polo match on Wednesday.

When: Wednesday 26 February 2020 [icon name="calendar" class="" unprefixed_class=""]
Where: Szőnyi út 2. Laky Károly uszoda, Budapest, 1142 [icon name="map-marker" class="" unprefixed_class=""]

Budapest Cowbells - Szombathely Crushers

American Football pre-season game and also the debut of Budapest Cowbells new pitch.

When: Saturday 29 February 2020 [icon name="calendar" class="" unprefixed_class=""]
Where: Tichy Lajos Sportcentum Budapest, Katona József u. 3, 1194 [icon name="map-marker" class="" unprefixed_class=""]
Cost: 1,000 HUF (free for under-14s) [icon name="money" class="" unprefixed_class=""]

On view until 1st March: Forsaken World - The Art of István Farkas (1887-1944)

István Farkas is one of the most original artists of post-WWI Hungarian Modernism who was killed in Auschwitz. The Hungarian National Gallery presents the work of István Farkas in so far unprecedented wealth.

What: Temporary exhibit [icon name="info" class="" unprefixed_class=""]
When: Until Sunday, 1 March 2020 [icon name="calendar" class="" unprefixed_class=""]
Where: Hungarian National Gallery, 1014 Budapest, Szent György tér 2. [icon name="map-marker" class="" unprefixed_class=""]
Cost: From 1,700 HUF [icon name="money" class="" unprefixed_class=""]

Opening: WITTGENSTEIN 2020 Budapest

Some 17 artists present their photography, video installation, sculpture, drawing and other artwork starting on Saturday. Wittgenstein was a fervent and traveling European, and in his memory aqb Budapest brings this exhibition across Europe, boundlessly connecting artists and thinkers.

What: Travel Exhibition [icon name="info" class="" unprefixed_class=""]
When: 6 pm on Saturday, 29 February 2020 [icon name="calendar" class="" unprefixed_class=""]
Where: Art Quarter Budapest, 1222 Nagytétényi út 48-50. [icon name="map-marker" class="" unprefixed_class=""]
Cost: Free [icon name="money" class="" unprefixed_class=""]

Opening: Paper–Grid–Akkadian - Kamill Major’s Exhibition

Living in Paris, painter Kamill Major is not widely known in Hungary. Major engraves his reliefs into wooden panels and paper-based abstract compositions. This exhibition highlights thirty paintings, the earliest made in 1979.

What: Temporary exhibit [icon name="info" class="" unprefixed_class=""]
When: Wednesday, 26 February 2020 until 5 April 2020 [icon name="calendar" class="" unprefixed_class=""]
Where: Műcsarnok - Institution of the Hungarian Academy of Arts, 1146 Budapest, Dózsa György út 37. [icon name="map-marker" class="" unprefixed_class=""]
Cost: 800 HUF [icon name="money" class="" unprefixed_class=""]

Opening: Paolo Ventura's Venetian Story - The Automaton Exhibition

Hungary’s largest-scale photography show, Budapest Photo Festival 2020 opens with Paolo Ventura’s Venice. The Automaton takes place in Venice during WWII, at a time when the Nazis entered North Italy to stop their former allies from falling away. “Each photo was taken in an imaginary Venice, of which I built a model in miniature" says the artist, mixing fiction with reality.

What: Temporary exhibit [icon name="info" class="" unprefixed_class=""]
When: Friday, 28 February 2020 until 7 June 2020 [icon name="calendar" class="" unprefixed_class=""]
Where: Műcsarnok - Institution of the Hungarian Academy of Arts, 1146 Budapest, Dózsa György út 37. [icon name="map-marker" class="" unprefixed_class=""]
Cost: 800 HUF [icon name="money" class="" unprefixed_class=""]

Opening: Bodies 2.0 The Universe Within

Scientific and educational exhibit Bodies 2.0: The Universe Within consists of 200 specimens including whole body specimens. Explore actual human bodies and have a look at what normally only doctors and scientists are allowed to see.

What: Temporary exhibit [icon name="info" class="" unprefixed_class=""]
When: Wednesday, 26 February 2020 until 31 May 2020 [icon name="calendar" class="" unprefixed_class=""]
Where: Bálna – Budapest 1093, Fővám tér 11-12 [icon name="map-marker" class="" unprefixed_class=""]
Cost: From 2,500 HUF [icon name="money" class="" unprefixed_class=""]

When the Beat Drops

The second night of What is Dance? documentary series, this time about Bucking, also known as “J-setting”. The movie is in English with no subtitles.

What: Film screening [icon name="info" class="" unprefixed_class=""]
When: 6 pm on Monday, 24 February 2020 [icon name="calendar" class="" unprefixed_class=""]
Where: Trafóklub, Budapest Liliom u. 41 [icon name="map-marker" class="" unprefixed_class=""]
Cost: 1,000 HUF [icon name="money" class="" unprefixed_class=""]

Guided Tour at Kőbánya Local History Museum [icon name="external-link" class="" unprefixed_class=""]

Vera Molnar / Disorder in order / Guided tour in English [icon name="external-link" class="" unprefixed_class=""]

Discover the cultural hub among the factory buildings on Soroksári way [icon name="external-link" class="" unprefixed_class=""]

Tycho

Tycho, music project of San Francisco based artist and producer Scott Hansen is coming to Budapest with a renewed line-up on its Weather World Tour. Also with them is Hannah Cottrell, who has lent her beautiful voice to several new songs.

What: Electronic [icon name="info" class="" unprefixed_class=""]
When: Monday, 24 February 2020 [icon name="calendar" class="" unprefixed_class=""]
Where: Akvárium Klub, 12 Erzsébet tér, Budapest, 1051 [icon name="map-marker" class="" unprefixed_class=""]
Cost: 7,900 HUF [icon name="money" class="" unprefixed_class=""]

The Workshop ✄ Ruby Harlem Listening Party

Get an insight into the production of a record, from the composition to the studio process, while listening to Hungarian band Ruby Harlem's 'Legyen úgy ahogy nem volt még' album. Afterwards you can meet the band over food, drinks and conversation.

What: Listening party [icon name="info" class="" unprefixed_class=""]
When: Wednesday, 26 February 2020 [icon name="calendar" class="" unprefixed_class=""]
Where: The Workshop, Paulay utca 16., Budapest, 1061 [icon name="map-marker" class="" unprefixed_class=""]
Cost: Free [icon name="money" class="" unprefixed_class=""]

Bran

Bran presents Irish music to audiences in its full diversity. Their repertoire includes old songs, both in the Irish and English languages, traditional dance tunes, and, if the occasion calls for it, pub music. Bran also offers 'ceilidhs' (dance circles), where a tutor helps those interested in learning traditional Irish dances.

What: Irish music, live concert [icon name="info" class="" unprefixed_class=""]
When: Saturday, 29 February 2020 [icon name="calendar" class="" unprefixed_class=""]
Where: Jókai Klub, Hollós út 5., Budapest, 1121 [icon name="map-marker" class="" unprefixed_class=""]
Cost: Free [icon name="money" class="" unprefixed_class=""]

Pannonia Allstars Ska Orchestra/Kaukázus

Fuck Plastic Waste Carnival at Barba Negra Music Club brings two live concerts on Friday. Hungarian ska band Pannonia Allstars Ska Orchestra's musical style has fused Jamaican-style ska and reggae with jazz melodies and elements of traditional Hungarian folk music. Expect great fun and happy sing-along! Supported by alternative/indie group Kaukázus.

What: Live concert [icon name="info" class="" unprefixed_class=""]
When: Friday, 28 February 2020 [icon name="calendar" class="" unprefixed_class=""]
Where: Barba Negra Music Club, Prielle Kornélia u. 4/b., Budapest 1117 [icon name="map-marker" class="" unprefixed_class=""]
Cost: 4,000 HUF [icon name="money" class="" unprefixed_class=""]

Broken Shadows - Ornette Coleman

Founded in honor of Ornette Coleman, one of the great pioneers of modern jazz, Broken Shadows led by Péter Ajtai plays the ever-revolving musical heritage of free jazz based on collective improvisation.

What: Free jazz [icon name="info" class="" unprefixed_class=""]
When: Friday, 28 February 2020 [icon name="calendar" class="" unprefixed_class=""]
Where: Jedermann, Ráday u. 58, Budapest 1092 [icon name="map-marker" class="" unprefixed_class=""]
Cost: 1,000 HUF [icon name="money" class="" unprefixed_class=""]

Exiles

Guest performance of the most important branch of Hungarian experimental techno at Ambient.

What: Techno [icon name="info" class="" unprefixed_class=""]
When: Saturday, 29 February 2020 [icon name="calendar" class="" unprefixed_class=""]
Where: Ambient, Múzeum körút 41, Budapest, 1053 [icon name="map-marker" class="" unprefixed_class=""]
Cost: 1,500 HUF [icon name="money" class="" unprefixed_class=""]

Acid Arab

It's not a fusion, it's not a mix, it's an encounter. This is how French trio Acid Arab describes their combination of Western electronic- and Eastern music.

What: Live concert [icon name="info" class="" unprefixed_class=""]
When: Saturday, 29 February 2020 [icon name="calendar" class="" unprefixed_class=""]
Where: Akvárium Klub, 12 Erzsébet tér, Budapest, 1051 [icon name="map-marker" class="" unprefixed_class=""]
Cost: From 5,900 HUF [icon name="money" class="" unprefixed_class=""]

Bine Bryndorf

Danish organist Bine Bryndorf performs Bach pieces among Danish composers' works.

What: Classical music [icon name="info" class="" unprefixed_class=""]
When: Tuesday, 25 February 2020 [icon name="calendar" class="" unprefixed_class=""]
Where: Mupa Budapest, 1095 Komor Marcell u. 1. [icon name="map-marker" class="" unprefixed_class=""]
Cost: From 2,400 HUF [icon name="money" class="" unprefixed_class=""]

Néptáncantológia - Folk Dance Festival 2020

One of the most prestigious events in the cultural life of Budapest and Hungary is the annual Folk Dance Festival. The spectacular theatrical show, seen only once, will feature the most outstanding works of both professional and non-professional performers of 2019. Hundreds of folk dancers and folk musicians take the stage and revive the extraordinarily beautiful and precious folklore of the Carpathian Basin.

What: Folk Dance Festival [icon name="info" class="" unprefixed_class=""]
When: Sunday, 1 March 2020 [icon name="calendar" class="" unprefixed_class=""]
Where: Budapesti Operettszínház, Nagymező utca 17., Budapest, Hungary, 1065 [icon name="map-marker" class="" unprefixed_class=""]
Cost: From 3,000 HUF [icon name="money" class="" unprefixed_class=""]

Be in time (Constellations)

Theatre performance in English. A boy-meets-girl romantic comedy which shades into something much sadder. Rich script that is simple and colloquial on the surface, but uncovers the deeper meanings of life, love and loss.

What: Romantic Comedy [icon name="info" class="" unprefixed_class=""]
When: Saturday, 29 February 2020 [icon name="calendar" class="" unprefixed_class=""]
Where: RS9 Theatre, Budapest, 1075 [icon name="map-marker" class="" unprefixed_class=""]
Cost: 3,200 HUF [icon name="money" class="" unprefixed_class=""]

L'italiana in Algeri

Opera in two acts, in Italian, with Hungarian and English surtitles.

What: Opera [icon name="info" class="" unprefixed_class=""]
When: Tuesday-Thursday-Saturday, 25-27-29 February 2020 [icon name="calendar" class="" unprefixed_class=""]
Where: Erkel Theatre, 1087 Budapest, II. János Pál pápa tér 30. [icon name="map-marker" class="" unprefixed_class=""]
Cost: From 1,900 HUF [icon name="money" class="" unprefixed_class=""]

Bottega Napoletana - Opening and Free Tasting [icon name="external-link" class="" unprefixed_class=""]

Official opening of Bottega Napoletana with the opportunity to taste specialties and to listen to live music (Wednesday, 26 February).

Interior Design Day [icon name="external-link" class="" unprefixed_class=""]

A single-day workshop in English as an introduction for beginners to learn how to create an inspiring space and the use of basic designer tools (Saturday, 29 February).

Baby Steps [icon name="external-link" class="" unprefixed_class=""]

Children and their parents participate together in songs, stories and simple activities led by a native English instructor to create an English speaking environment (Monday, 24 February).

Addressing nuclear challenges and connectivity issues in Asia [icon name="external-link" class="" unprefixed_class=""]

Conference held by The Institute for Foreign Affairs and Trade. Open for the public but registration is required (Wednesday, 26 February).

The Studios ∞ Story Slam ∞ [icon name="external-link" class="" unprefixed_class=""]

Share your favourite story in 5 minutes with a wider accommodating audience (Friday, 28 February).

Ferment Workshop [icon name="external-link" class="" unprefixed_class=""]

Learn about bacteria, eat and ferment many different things including kimchi, coconut yogurt, sauerkraut and more (Saturday, 29 February).

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Is it true that young adults live in a culture of Peter Pans, flying free in Neverland with no past and no future? Are 30s the new 20s (Monday, 24 February)?

It Must Be Heaven

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Wasp Network

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The Invisible Man 

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Dark Waters

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The Whistlers

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Events this week 17-23 February - Football: Budapest Honvéd FC face off against Viktor Orbán's team Puskás Akadémia FC (Saturday). Ice hockey: Hokiklub Budapest team takes on Újpest (Wednesday). Sambo is a Soviet martial art and now you can enjoy watching a friendly international tournament (Sunday). Hiking: explore Buda hills with views over the city (available every day). Volleyball: Semmelweis UNI women team plays NKE SE (Tuesday). Capoeira: take all-level classes, first session is free (Tuesday and Friday). Ice-Carnival: enjoy Semmelweis Ice-Carnival on the ice of Városliget - free for Semmelweis Citizens, 1,000 HUF for guests (Wednesday).

When: 17-23 February 2020 [icon name="calendar" class="" unprefixed_class=""]
Where: Various locations [icon name="map-marker" class="" unprefixed_class=""]
Cost: Varies by event [icon name="money" class="" unprefixed_class=""]

Communal Vegan Sunday Market has moved to a new location and will take place at Ellátóház starting from Sunday. Find all vegan products and bring your kids and dogs, too.

What: Vegan Farmer's Market [icon name="info" class="" unprefixed_class=""]
When: 11 am - 6 pm on Sunday, 23 February 2020 [icon name="calendar" class="" unprefixed_class=""]
Where: 1074 Budapest, Dob u. 19 at Ellátóház [icon name="map-marker" class="" unprefixed_class=""]
Cost: Free [icon name="money" class="" unprefixed_class=""]

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Take the guided tour on Thursday at 6:30 pm - which is free but registration is required. On the anniversary of the thirty-year diplomatic relationship between Hungary and South Korea, this exhibition presents thirty architectural projects from Korea over the past three decades. Open until 28 February 2020.

What: Exhibition [icon name="info" class="" unprefixed_class=""]
When: Until 28 February 2020 [icon name="calendar" class="" unprefixed_class=""]
Where: Korean Cultural Center, 1023 Budapest, Frankel Leó út 30-34.  [icon name="map-marker" class="" unprefixed_class=""]
Cost: Free [icon name="money" class="" unprefixed_class=""]

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Presented by National Dance Theatre and performed by Kecskemét City Ballet, La traviata promises an extraordinary dance theatre experience. Director-choreographer Dóra Barta has sought a language of dance that would unify the classic novel La Dame aux Camélias with the marvellous opera that Verdi composed on it.

What: Dance, Contemporary Ballet, Theatre [icon name="info" class="" unprefixed_class=""]
When: 7 pm Monday, 17 February 2020 [icon name="calendar" class="" unprefixed_class=""]
Where: Mupa Budapest - 1095 Budapest Komor Marcell u. 1. [icon name="map-marker" class="" unprefixed_class=""]
Cost: 2,400 - 3,800 HUF [icon name="money" class="" unprefixed_class=""]

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National Theatre Live broadcasts Shakespeare’s great tragedy to Uránia cinema from the Barbican Centre, London. Benedict Cumberbatch takes on the title role. In English with Hungarian subtitles.

What: Theatre live broadcast [icon name="info" class="" unprefixed_class=""]

When: 7 pm on Friday, 21 February 2020 [icon name="calendar" class="" unprefixed_class=""]
Where: Uránia Nemzeti Filmszínház, 1088 Budapest, Rákóczi Út 21.[icon name="map-marker" class="" unprefixed_class=""]
Cost: 3,200-3,600 HUF [icon name="money" class="" unprefixed_class=""]

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Budapest Friday Night Stories is a series of literary readings aimed to create a platform where English-speaking writers, who live in Budapest, could read their pieces. Listen to novels, fictions, poems with many writers, readers and guests around.

What: Literature [icon name="info" class="" unprefixed_class=""]
When: 7 pm on Friday, 21 February 2020 [icon name="calendar" class="" unprefixed_class=""]
Where: Massolit Books & Café Budapest, Nagy Diófa utca 30, 1072 [icon name="map-marker" class="" unprefixed_class=""]
Cost: Free - registration required [icon name="money" class="" unprefixed_class=""]

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Birmingham-via-Berlin’s techno stalwart Rebekah is one of the figureheads of industrial-strength techno, although her versatile DJ sets often include all manner of grooves, from acid and EBM to electro.

What: Techno [icon name="info" class="" unprefixed_class=""]
When: Saturday 22 February 2020 [icon name="calendar" class="" unprefixed_class=""]
Where: Akvárium Klub, 12 Erzsébet tér, Budapest, 1051 [icon name="map-marker" class="" unprefixed_class=""]
Cost: 4,000 - 8,000 HUF [icon name="money" class="" unprefixed_class=""]

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Can't find a cultural excuse to drink? This time it is wine+zen on Thursday by Paint and Drink Budapest. Meet new people, explore painting process step by step and try high quality wines.

What: Education + Wine [icon name="info" class="" unprefixed_class=""]
When: Thursday, 20 February 2020 [icon name="calendar" class="" unprefixed_class=""]
Where: Various locations in Budapest [icon name="map-marker" class="" unprefixed_class=""]
Cost: 6,000 HUF [icon name="money" class="" unprefixed_class=""]

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Megadeth will join Five Finger Death Punch while support will come from Bad Wolves this week at Budapest Arena. You don't wanna miss it!

What: Metal [icon name="info" class="" unprefixed_class=""]
When: 7 pm on Thursday, 20 February 2020 [icon name="calendar" class="" unprefixed_class=""]
Where: Budapest Arena, Stefánia út 2, 1143 [icon name="map-marker" class="" unprefixed_class=""]
Cost: From 19,900 HUF [icon name="money" class="" unprefixed_class=""]

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Sing along Kids is a community of Expat and Hungarian Moms that offers interactive music classes for babies and toddlers with Cleo Mitilineou, award-winning opera singer. This week all children are welcome with or without a costume. Age limit: from 4 months up to 3 years old.

What: Kids [icon name="info" class="" unprefixed_class=""]
When: 10 am Tuesday, 18 February 2020 [icon name="calendar" class="" unprefixed_class=""]
Where: Maminti Kucko, Keleti Károly u. 11/a, Budapest 1024 [icon name="map-marker" class="" unprefixed_class=""]
Cost: 2,000 HUF - one child plus one adult [icon name="money" class="" unprefixed_class=""]

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The Hungarian Folk Singing Circle teaches Hungarian folk songs. Founded in San Francisco in 2010 by Zina Bozzay, the Népdalkör now hosts class sessions that are open to everyone. No previous experience in the style or Hungarian language is required. Participants receive a pronunciation guide, printed song lyrics, English translations, recordings, and background information on the songs.

What: Folk singing [icon name="info" class="" unprefixed_class=""]
When: 6 pm on Monday, 17 February 2020 [icon name="calendar" class="" unprefixed_class=""]
Where: Háló Közösségi és Kulturális Központ - S4 - Semmelweis u. 4., Budapest, 1052  [icon name="map-marker" class="" unprefixed_class=""]
Cost: 2,000 HUF [icon name="money" class="" unprefixed_class=""]

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LadyBug Care Budapest host their Art for Small Hands class by which painting, sculpture, drawing, collage, dramatic play and more can be enjoyed by kids aged 1-4. Next session this Monday.

What: Art for Kids [icon name="info" class="" unprefixed_class=""]
When: 10:30 am on Monday, 17 February 2020 [icon name="calendar" class="" unprefixed_class=""]
Where: Zsilip Kávézó és Játszóklub, Újpesti rakpart 1., Budapest, 1137 [icon name="map-marker" class="" unprefixed_class=""]
Cost: 1,900 HUF (Free for kids under 2) [icon name="money" class="" unprefixed_class=""]

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Jazz: Murayama & Guionnet, Paris-based artists meet Budapest Improvisers Orchestra (Tuesday). Kanizsa Georgina, Hungarian acapella singer performs with her quartet at Budapest Jazz club (Wednesday). Wayne Krantz, Keith Carlock and Tim Lefebvre play fusion jazz/power trio (Thursday). Rock: Hungarian mainstream rock band Hooligans celebrate a belated Valentine's Day (Friday). Metal: Unearth, a true metal-core band plays alongside with Prong and will be supported by DUST BOLT (Wednesday).  Swedish heavy metals Hammerfall present their World Dominion album with special guest Battle Beast (Thursday). Classical music: Hungarian Savaria Symphony Orchestra and its young conductor, Gergely Madaras perform some poetic English music (Sunday).

When: 18-23 February, 2020 [icon name="calendar" class="" unprefixed_class=""]
Where: Various locations [icon name="map-marker" class="" unprefixed_class=""]
Cost: Varies by event [icon name="money" class="" unprefixed_class=""]

Fantasy Island
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Sonic the Hedgehog
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Parno Graszt is one of the most original and popular ensembles playing traditional Gypsy music in Hungary. This time they will play an unamplified show, creating a truly unforgettable experience.

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Electroclash fuses 1980s electro, new wave and synth-pop with 1990s techno, retro-style electropop and electronic dance music. You can expect a great party from one of its pioneers, the Hungarian-born Tiga.

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Pici Market will be the coolest baby designer fair at Buda's Larus Event Center this weekend. You will find more than 50 talented Hungarian designers with domestic products specifically for moms, children and babies. Admission is free, open 9 am - 6 pm.

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Bellini's celebrated bel canto opera work, La sonnambula was composed in 1830/31 as a result of the general widespread fashion of the time of creating works for the stage dealing with sleepwalking. Somnambulism means the genetically determined disorder of walking around during the stage of deep sleep.

What: Classical music, Opera, Theatre [icon name="info" class="" unprefixed_class=""]
When: 7pm-10pm TUE 11 February 2020 [icon name="calendar" class="" unprefixed_class=""]
Where: Mupa Budapest - 1095 Budapest Komor Marcell u. 1. [icon name="map-marker" class="" unprefixed_class=""]
Cost: 3300-9900 HUF [icon name="money" class="" unprefixed_class=""]

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The last chance for ice-skating in Városliget this season will be on Wednesday and Thursday as the ice-rink will be closed for skating after. These last sessions will be held between 9 am - 1 pm and 4 pm - 8 pm.

What: Ice-skating [icon name="info" class="" unprefixed_class=""]
When: Wednesday-Thursday, 12-13 February 2020 [icon name="calendar" class="" unprefixed_class=""]
Where: 1146 Budapest, Olof Palme sétány 5.  [icon name="map-marker" class="" unprefixed_class=""]
Cost: From 1,000 HUF [icon name="money" class="" unprefixed_class=""]

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Special solo live act by Barabás Lőrinc. He usually invites guests for a trippy improvisational night, but this time he will be multitasking on stage in solo. He will play his trumpet, keyboards, effects and - as usual - it will be awesome.

What: Live jazz solo act [icon name="info" class="" unprefixed_class=""]
When: 8 pm on Wednesday, 12 February 2020 [icon name="calendar" class="" unprefixed_class=""]
Where: Budapest Jazz club, Hollán Ernő utca 7. 1136  [icon name="map-marker" class="" unprefixed_class=""]
Cost: 2,200 HUF [icon name="money" class="" unprefixed_class=""]

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Kalotaszeg in Transylvania is one of the most famous and important ethnographic landscapes for Hungarian culture. The typical region of Kalotaszeg in its entirety is, even today, a serious experience for every person of healthy eye and soul, and for anyone who loves and understands beauty.

What: Dance, Contemporary Circus [icon name="info" class="" unprefixed_class=""]
When: 7 pm - 9 pm Thursday, 13 February 2020 [icon name="calendar" class="" unprefixed_class=""]
Where: Mupa Budapest - 1095 Budapest Komor Marcell u. 1. [icon name="map-marker" class="" unprefixed_class=""]
Cost: 2,500 - 3,900 HUF [icon name="money" class="" unprefixed_class=""]

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Parno Graszt is one of the most original and popular ensembles playing traditional Gypsy music in Hungary. This time they will play an unamplified show, creating a truly unforgettable experience.

What: World music, Jazz [icon name="info" class="" unprefixed_class=""]
When: 8 pm - 10 pm on Friday, 14 February 2020 [icon name="calendar" class="" unprefixed_class=""]
Where: Mupa Budapest, 1095 Komor Marcell u. 1 [icon name="map-marker" class="" unprefixed_class=""]
Cost: 2900-6900 HUF [icon name="money" class="" unprefixed_class=""]

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Junkies, the well-known punk-rock band offers unbridled cheerfulness that can truly convince people that life consists of a single Saturday night. And Aurora, originally formed in 1982 under the name 'Terrorists' will certainly help them achieving this.

What: Punk-rock music [icon name="info" class="" unprefixed_class=""]
When: Friday, 14 February 2020 [icon name="calendar" class="" unprefixed_class=""]
Where: Barba Negra Music Club, 1117 Budapest, Prielle Kornélia utca 4. [icon name="map-marker" class="" unprefixed_class=""]
Cost: 3499 HUF [icon name="money" class="" unprefixed_class=""]

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Some quality Spanish techno brought to you by Technokunst. P.E.A.R.L. has  already played once a live act in Budapest but prepare yourself now for the DJ experience.

What: Techno [icon name="info" class="" unprefixed_class=""]
When: 10:30 pm - 6:00 am Friday-Saturday, 14 February 2020 [icon name="calendar" class="" unprefixed_class=""]
Where: LÄRM Dance Club, Akácfa utca 51., Budapest, Hungary, 1073 [icon name="map-marker" class="" unprefixed_class=""]
Cost: 2,500 - 4,000 HUF [icon name="money" class="" unprefixed_class=""]

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Budapest Fish Festival this February is a great event to visit especially if you like carp! There will be heated tents and even concerts and the festival is child friendly offering a huge amusement park. You will be able to fish and taste numerous types of fish. Fish soup is a traditional Hungarian meal and now you'll have the chance to enjoy this lovely meal.

What: Festival [icon name="info" class="" unprefixed_class=""]
When: Saturday-Sunday, 15-16 February 2020 [icon name="calendar" class="" unprefixed_class=""]
Where: ELTE Lágymányosi Campus - 1117 Budapest, XI. Pázmány Péter sétány 1/a. [icon name="map-marker" class="" unprefixed_class=""]
Cost: Free [icon name="money" class="" unprefixed_class=""]

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An exciting day out for the whole family with musical folk tale about Carnival that brings the audience into the story. There will be mask making workshop and an interactive concert with witches, cobbler boys and devils from the end of the world.

What: Folk, Handcraft, Concert [icon name="info" class="" unprefixed_class=""]
When: 3 pm on Saturday, 15 February 2020 [icon name="calendar" class="" unprefixed_class=""]
Where: Fonó Budai Zeneház, 1116 Budapest Sztregova u 3. [icon name="map-marker" class="" unprefixed_class=""]
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Electroclash fuses 1980s electro, new wave and synth-pop with 1990s techno, retro-style electropop and electronic dance music. You can expect a great party from one of its pioneers, the Hungarian-born Tiga.

What: Techno, Electroclash [icon name="info" class="" unprefixed_class=""]
When: 11:30 pm on Saturday, 15 February 2020 [icon name="calendar" class="" unprefixed_class=""]
Where: A38, Petőfi híd, budai hídfő, Budapest, Hungary, 1117  [icon name="map-marker" class="" unprefixed_class=""]
Cost: 6,000 HUF [icon name="money" class="" unprefixed_class=""]

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The last days of the magnificent Rubens Exhibition this week with extended opening hours, don't miss it! Buy your tickets online prior your visit to avoid disappointment.  Open from 10 am, on Friday-Saturday-Sunday admission until 7 pm, closing from 7.45 pm.

What: Temporary Exhibit [icon name="info" class="" unprefixed_class=""]
When: Every day 10 am - 7 pm until 16 February 2020 [icon name="calendar" class="" unprefixed_class=""]
Where: Museum of Fine Arts, 1146 Budapest, Dózsa György út 41 [icon name="map-marker" class="" unprefixed_class=""]
Cost: 1,900 - 3,800 HUF [icon name="money" class="" unprefixed_class=""]

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The exhibition Anatomy of a Dream presents the visual investigations pursued by Katharina Roters in Armenia since 2000. Expect Post-Soviet urban motifs and the case-study of Metsamor, the atomic city which was to be accomplished as a Soviet utopia, but collapsed as such into a barely breathing urban skeleton.

What: Temporary Exhibit [icon name="info" class="" unprefixed_class=""]
When: TUE-SUN 12pm-7pm until 8 March 2020 [icon name="calendar" class="" unprefixed_class=""]
Where: Mai Manó Ház - 1065 Budapest, Nagymező utca 20 [icon name="map-marker" class="" unprefixed_class=""]
Cost: 1500 HUF [icon name="money" class="" unprefixed_class=""]

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Open until 30 April 2020, the unauthorised and illegal Banksy Exhibition is certainly a must-see these days in Budapest.  Tickets are cheaper on weekdays and when you buy them online. Open every day 9 am - 8 pm.

What: Temporary Exhibit [icon name="info" class="" unprefixed_class=""]
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Where: Tesla Loft, 1075 Budapest Kazicnczy utca 21. [icon name="map-marker" class="" unprefixed_class=""]
Cost: 2,900 - 4,900 HUF [icon name="money" class="" unprefixed_class=""]

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Birds of Prey: And the Fantabulous Emancipation of One Harley Quinn
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Sorry we missed you
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The song of names
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