Friday, 10 June
Gin Market Budapest
With a gin craze sweeping Budapest, between Friday 10 and Sunday 12 June, you can familiarise yourself with the best brands, domestic and foreign, as well as top tonics, at this themed event. Bálna Budapest is hosting the first large-scale domestic festival with the juniper drink in the spotlight, Gin Market Budapest. The Queen’s favourite tipple was originally used medicinally and, contrary to popular belief, was not an invention of the English, as it was consumed in the Netherlands as early as the 17th century. Gin’s conquest of the globe spans several centuries, and has now reached Budapest. At Gin Market Budapest, you can pair the best domestic and foreign brands with the right tonic or even in the form of a cocktail. And if you’re a real aficionado, you can dive deeper into the world of gin at a masterclass. The atmosphere is cheerful and bubbly, and as day turns to night, resident DJ Yellow sets the tone. You can find more information about the event on the Gin Market Budapest Facebook page. (x)
Cinema
Niche 4: Memoria
Cinema Niche is a series of screenings showcasing contemporary films not yet shown in Hungarian cinemas, with Hungarian subtitles – and, in this case, English and Spanish dialogue. Apichatpong Weerasethakul's Memoria debuted at Cannes in 2021, where it won the Jury Prize. Set in Colombia, it stars Tilda Swinton as a local expat trying to deal with a bizarre series of circumstances. One of the most versatile creators of Slow Cinema, Thai filmmaker Apichatpong has garnered widespread international recognition and numerous awards for previous works such as Uncle Boonmee Who Can Recall His Past Lives and Cemetery of Splendour. More details
PULP Budapest Open
Air Club
To kick into the
weekend, DJs OIEE, Daniel Moritz and Pulp
provide the house music for this free summer party at Pavilon Kert in City Park.
Sounds start up at 5pm and go on until 2am. Pulp is none other than French wine
entrepreneur Flo Mochet who’s making a few waves here in Budapest. More details
Saturday, 11 June
Gárdonyi Picnic
In everyone’s favourite district, on and around Bartók Béla út, life revolves around summer. On the second Saturday of June, Gárdonyi tér springs to life when the B32 Galéria és Kultúrtér organises a community picnic. Thanks to atmospheric concerts, lively workshops, a pop-up exhibition and an all-day board game provided by the Playhouse Project team, this will be a real fun day out for young and old alike. Street musicians and stage performers also take part – you can have fun at a Petruska concert and dance along with Rézeleje Táncház, while renowned Gypsy band Besh o droM take care of the exciting finale! The event can be visited free of charge. Find more information on the B32 Galéria és Kultúrtér Facebook page! (x)
Telekom Electronic Beats Festival Budapest 2022
On Saturday, global musicians come together in the suburban industrial surroundings of Kőbánya, where Budapest's top craft brewers have their factories. Among the music makers will be the UK's Grammy-nominated Elderbrook, who sells out major venues across North America, and Swiss-Tamil singer-songwriter Priya Ragu, shortlisted on BBC Sound 2022 for her velvety R&B and vibrant electronica. Northern Ireland's Django Django bring their neo-psychedelia to Budapest while among the local performers will be mysterious masked producer Hundred Sins. Alongside the partying, there'll be a bag-printing workshop, contemporary dance and a vintage fair. More details
Night of Choirs
Celebrating its tenth anniversary, Night of Choirs involves several
singing groups, in this case 17, performing in different genres at a handful of venues at the same
time, before coming together for a grand finale. This year,
the event takes place around the historic Palace Quarter behind the National Museum, in ornate interiors and even outside on
the street. The audience strolls from one concert
to the next. One all-in ticket (advance HUF
2,000/1,000 discounted) is valid for entry everywhere.
More details
Európa
Kiadó
The defining exponents of Hungarian alt-rock back in the day, Európa Kiadó stayed in the game until the mid-1990s by which time there was no need for alternative music. On the occasion of Hungary joining the EU in 2004, they gave a concert on the A38, later releasing a new album with a fresh line-up in 2013. In 2017, the band once again became regulars at festivals and major clubs, again with a new line-up, even delighting fans with a full-house at Müpa. This will be their first outdoor show of the summer, in the courtyard of the Várkert Bazár near the location of the former Ifipark where everyone played back in the day. More details
Sunday, 12 June
Makers’ Market Budapest
Makers’ Market is a monthly fair where the public can find unique designer products and their contemporary creators. On 12 June, the event moves to a new location in Buda, Fény utca market, where more than 50 artisans will set up their wares. Concerts and workshops will also be laid on. More details
Kiskertpiac Mad Plant Sunday
On the second Sunday in June, designers and gardeners take over Mad Garden Buda. You can take home a cactus or carnivorous plant, and pick up plenty of tips or bunches of lavender. Beauty is brought to you by Rezeda Ceramics, sustainability by Hoopla Sewing, and you can also equip your bike with uniquely designed reflectors by bihiga. More details
Vintage Dolls
Performing the popular swing tunes of the radio era, Vintage Dolls were formed in the spring of 2017, accompanied by an accomplished jazz quintet. Having just released a new album, Three Little Sisters, the trio are making a series of appearances across Hungary, including this Sunday-night show at the Fonó. More details
