Shows, concerts and cultural attractions – Budapest is always buzzing. Each week, we gather all of the important happenings taking place in our favourite city so you can plan ahead.
First: Happy Easter! If you are looking for fun ways to celebrate the festivities, check out our Easter Guide here!
Friday, 29 March
Bask in the sunshine on a terrace
The long weekend brings stunning weather, so going al fresco feels just right. The good news is that several terraces open up this weekend: you can bask in the sunshine on the riverside at Római part's Fellini Római Kultúrbisztró, family-friendly Budapest Garden, local-favourite Pántlika in the City Park, Mexican heaven Tereza, downtown hidden gem Lumen, or the always buzzing Zsiráf Buda.
Recirquel: Solus Amor
Be part of an extraordinary performance, which combines dance and circus, and will surely sweep you off your feet. 'Solus Amor', the latest production of contemporary circus company Recirquel, tells of a feeling that holds the universe together: love. The curiosity is that the dancers move together with a monumental and lifelike creature, a bear puppet designed by the world-famous South African artist Janni Younge.
Get tickets here.
Dark Jokes English Comedy Night
If you'd rather spend your evening laughing, and don't mind dark humour, head to the 7th-district hostel a&o! Starting at 8 pm, comedians will fearlessly navigate the shadows of taboo topics with sharp wit and unexpected punchlines. Brace yourself for an evening that challenges boundaries and leaves you chuckling at the darker side of life. The show is free but donations are welcome.
More details here.
Los Orangutanes Concert
If you are up for a vibrant fiesta, to Instant it is! Here, Hungary's number one, and probably only, Latin-American cumbia party band takes the stage, promising good vibes only. Los Orangutanes feature the Hungarian, Peruvian, and Uruguayan musicians of Anselmo Crew, Irie Maffia, Besodrom, Zuboly, and Paso. And the best bit? Entry is free.
More details here.
Saturday, 30 March
Saturday Bottomless Brunch at Ruin Brew
If unlimited scrambled eggs, French Toast and mimosas sound like your kind of Saturday, book a table at the 7th-district hangout Ruin Brew for a Bottomless Brunch (11 am - 4 pm). Let us warn you: the amount of food on the buffet table is massive - all items delicious, so arrive hungry! Also, come as you are - there is no dress code.
More details and bookings here.
Pelmenyi at Czakó Farmers' Market
Halfway up the Buda Hills, Czakó Piacz Farmers' Market is a real gem. Popping up every weekend, this lovely garden offers fresh goods from local producers, including sourdough bread, ham, flowers and honey. What's more, on March 30th (8 am - 2 pm), you can nibble on Russian speciality pelmeni (meat-filled dumplings).
More details here.
Fran Palermo Concert
If you'd like to get familiar with a local band – and an iconic concert venue–, there's no better place to be this Saturday night than the A38 Ship. A famous Hungarian band, Fran Palermo is hitting the stage, bringing indie vibes. Their music blends rock, folk and indie tunes with brass, guitars, keyboards and the right kind of rhythm, resulting in songs everyone simply loves.
Get tickets here.
Sunday, 31 March
BRUNCH & VINYL FAIR AT MOST
As a Sunday treat, downtown basement bistro Most brings two great things under one roof: bakelite discs and delicious breakfast bites. After enjoying some tunes spinning on the record player, browse the selection and get your hands on some vinyl. Then stay for a hearty brunch: mouthwatering bagels, while coffee, cocktails, smoothies and other breakfast dishes (including French toast and oatmeal) will be offered by the restaurant.
More details here (Hungarian-only).
Dance Picnic on Gellért Hill
If you like pop-up dance events and stunning views, make your way to Gellért Hill on Sunday! Between 2 pm and 5 pm, the terrace above the cistern turns into a dance floor and you can let yourself loose through standard, Latin, rocky, salsa, and bachata moves in an epic environment.
More details here (Hungarian only).
Szimpla Jam
The city's most famous ruin bar is surely on your Budapest bucket list, so why not pop in on Sunday when you can listen to live music too? Every Sunday, musicians gather at Szimpla Kert to play and enjoy music in all genres. You are welcome to watch or join in!
More details here.
Monday, 1 April
Easter Celebrations
Start your Easter Monday with family recipes brought to life at Steam Budapest near Deák Ferenc tér, or visit the Budapest Zoo with the whole family for an egg hunt and seal show. Immerse yourself in vibrant Hungarian folklore festivities, such as a dance house at Fonó Club, or the Easter Festival, featuring lots of sprinkling and concerts, in Hollókő (a tiny village in Northern Hungary, an hour away from Budapest).
Vegan Dinner and Yoga at Normafa
If you'd like to escape the Easter buzz, head to the Buda Hills and enjoy a special evening dedicated to relaxing yoga and divine food. Whether you're an experienced yogi or a newbie, this event offers the opportunity to unwind during the practice with qualified instructors. Then enjoy a unique vegan and vegetarian dinner.
More details here.
Day Trip: Tulip Farm on Kőröshegy
If you'd venture even further than the Buda Hills, don't stop until Lake Balaton. Kőröshegyi Lavender Field is an iconic spot for seeing a sea of (yeah, lavender too, but this time of the year:) tulips. Thanks to the mild weather, nearly half a million colourful stems already dot the landscape, while Lake Balaton's blue shimmers below, making it one of the most beautiful views of the south shore. And did we mention that you can actually pick tulips? The field is open from March 29th to April 21st, 9 am-6 pm on weekends and 9 am-5 pm on weekdays. Entry is HUF 1,000 and you can take home tulips for HUF 300/stem (so make sure to bring cash).
More details here (Hungarian only).
