Friday
10am - 8pm: ‘Knight move – Sam Havadtoy in New York’ at the Ludwig Museum
A current exhibition at Budapest’s Ludwig Museum focuses on the 20 years that Hungarian-born artist Sam Havadtoy spent as companion to Yoko Ono. The motif of ‘Knight Move – Sam Havadtoy in New York’ is chess, which he played three times a day with the former wife of the late Beatle.
5pm – 10pm: Friday at the A38 Ship
When you just want to chill out under the clouds, drum ‘n’ bass is the best for some background music. And the DJs of Bladerunnaz are ambassadors of the genre in Budapest. When they come together on the panoramic terrace of the A38 Ship, where cocktails sell on a twofer basis, a good mood is guaranteed. Friday makes you forget about the troubles of the week and sets you up for the weekend.
6pm - Akvárium Terrace Summer Sessions at Akvárium Klub
A warm summer evening, a glass of wine in hand, a group of friends or your special someone and an acoustic alfresco gig in the heart of Budapest. Does it get any better? Akvárium Klub on Erzsébet tér shakes up summer evenings with acoustic gigs by up-and-coming artists on the terrace. On Friday, it's the turn of Hungarian DJ Nermo.
6pm - : Európa Kiadó at Dürer Kert
On Friday, Budapest's popular underground party place, Dürer Kert celebrates its tenth anniversary with the concert of a popular Hungarian band from the '80s, Európa Kiadó.
9pm - 5am: Disko Oriente ◦ Ponty Mython at PONTOON
Riverside PONTOON is everything you love about the Budapest summer all in one place. On Friday night, Lithuania-based dance and electro DJ Ponty Mython spins discs here.
Saturday
9am -: Szabihíd at Liberty Bridge
For three more weekends this summer, Liberty Bridge is all yours! This focal historic span will once again become a car-free public hangout attracting huge crowds. Local bands, flamenco and swing dancers, salsa, zumba and yoga instructors all flood the bridge, and many other exciting events take place directly over the Danube.
10am - : Bass Camp at Vituki Beach
Lovers of bass music unite! On July 21stBass Camp Festival dedicates the day to the different genres of bass music such as drum ‘n’ bass, dubstep, grime, UK garage, UK funky, hip hop and many more. The one-day mini festival fills multiple stages at Vituki Beach, where you can also plunge into the pool to cool off after the concerts. In case of heavy rain, the whole event will move to Dürer Kert, so do check before you leave. More details
10am - : CityMatiné s07e05 - SavannaZOO at Napozó
The premier pioneer ofdaytime parties in Budapest, CityMatiné entices everyone outside for a party fuelled by electronic music and cool cocktails.
2pm – 4:30pm: Street Art Tour at Dohány Street Synagogue
Every summer, local and international artists flock to Budapest to beautify drab walls around town with mesmerising murals within the framework of the Színes Város Festival. On Saturday, its curator is laying on a tour that will reveal 18 different murals, six of which will be gone by the end of the season. After finding out about the history and background of each oversized work, you can finish off with a free drink at top restaurant Dobrumba.
10pm - 4am: Queens Party #2 - Queens of R'n'B at Budapest Park
Shake that body on Saturday night at Budapest Park, where the uncrowned queens of pop create a mini festival. Think Rihanna, Beyoncé, Shakira, Nikki Minaj and other disco divas.
Sunday
9am-2pm: Szimpla Farmers’ Breakfast at Szimpla
One of the most popular ruin pubs in Budapest – Szimpla on Kazinczy utca – fills every Sunday with a friendly artisanal farmers’ market, where you can buy high-quality locally made goods and fresh produce. Szimpla selects the best ingredients from the stalls and make a delicious brunch out of them. Meet friendly local farmers after trying dishes made from their products.
5pm - : Sunday Session at the A38 Ship
Every Sunday, popular Hungarian music master DJ Palotai plays on the A38 Ship, spinning discs of electronica, drum and bass and everything in between. Enjoy cool cocktails, fine beats and the sunset backdropped by the Danube for free.
8pm - : Algiers at Dürer Kert
On Sunday eve, London-based gospel-punk ensemble, Algiers, originally from Atlanta, come to Budapest. Songs old and new fill Dürer Kert all night, don't miss.
