Friday, 20 December
PLIÉ x RUHA – LASt Christmas Shopping
If you're all in for sustainability – inclining your wardrobe, RUHA Recycled Fashion Store is the perfect place to be this Friday. The shop offers carefully curated, second-hand clothing, and the owner, Lilla – who is also a stylist – can help you find pieces that best suit your style. On December 19th and 20th, they're hosting a Christmas market in collaboration with the PLIÉ brand. During these two days, you can enjoy a 20% discount on selected items, making it easier to take a step towards a more sustainable wardrobe – and even tick off some stylish holiday gifts!
Details here.
Giulia: The Italian Christmas
Giulia is a chic restaurant and social club in Buda, near Városmajor, and they are celebrating the end of December in style: surrounded by authentic flavours and drinks, and in an elevating mood. Think Italian broth with mortadella tortellini, Osso Bucco with balsamic roasted beetroot and chips, tarragon mustard, and Panettone with chestnuts, blueberries, and chocolate. Just book a table in advance here.
Details here.
Monyo Tap House 21st birthday
If you like craft beer, this event is for you! Pop into the tap house of Hungarian brewery, Monyo at Kálvin tér, and celebrate the venue's 21st anniversary. They are throwing a big party on 20th December. On this night, you can sample the signature Monyo shot at its 21-year-old price, along with a variety of other special drinks to toast the Tap House's birthday.
Details here.
Kolorádó Christmas Party
Kolorádó is an intimate summer festival in the Buda hills, with no phone signal but a lot of dancing. Now, the music festival is having a Christmas edition – this time in Pest. So if you like underground and electronic music, head to Turbina on December 20th, where concerts, techno, workshops, games, and a true party vibe will evoke summer vibes.
Saturday, 20 December
Brody Kitschmas Bash: Sweaters, Slippers & Shenanigans
To celebrate the longest night of the year, the hip Brody House invites you to get silly and join their annual winter solstice 'Kitschmas' celebration. There is one rule and one only: get kitschy, tacky and flashy with your festive attire! Christmas lights, tinsel, ugly sweaters, silly slippers, festive pyjamas, Santa, angel or elf outfits all count. Get creative (it will be rewarded), then get high on cheesy hits, delicious seasonal food and happy holiday vibes!
Details here.
Pop-up fair: Aprés-Ski at Kimpton Bem
Christmas calls for a design fair – or many –, and Aprés-Ski is nothing short of special. First, it will be hosted at the glamorous and newly opened 5-star hotel, Kimpton BEM. Second, it will bring on the festive cheer with 13 Hungarian brands. Macaron heaven Chez Dodo, the free-spirited clothing brand Mari, the playful fashion brand Daige, and dog accessories brand Madzag.Dog will all be there, among other local makers. Think hot toddies, gourmet bites, live tunes, and holiday shopping fun. What more could Santa bring?
Details here.
Ramazuri Gastro Club at Központ
Be where the buzz is this Saturday: downtown Központ, a hangout on Madách tér, is about to host an end-of-year bash on the last weekend of Advent, December 21st. The event promises a festive menu, flavourful natural wines, and top-notch DJs to ensure a perfect start to the holiday season.
Details here.
MOME Fair
The MOME Fair, the design market of the Moholy-Nagy University of Art and Design, offers a chance to explore creations by current students. It's also a brilliant way to engage with the artists and take home unique finds. While the fair often pops up at popular downtown locations throughout the year, at Christmas, it transforms the MOME auditorium into a vibrant marketplace. Live music, mulled wine, communal knitting, and board games create a cosy atmosphere, while children can decorate gingerbread cookies. Graphic design students also offer colouring pages, and screenings immerse visitors further into the creative world of MOME.
Details here.
Sunday, 22 December
Makers' Market Budapest
This is your last chance before Christmas to stock up on unique gifts and get in the festive mood at Makers' Market. Pop to Villányi út Conference Centre (Villányi út 11-13) near Móricz Zsigmond körtér this Sunday, and get lost in a pre-selected array of locally made goodies from over seventy talented designers. Browse jewellery, ceramics, clothes and accessories, graphics, home accessories, packaged delicacies, and gifts! Makers' Market Budapest is all about embracing contemporary design.
Details here.
Hungarian State Folk Ensemble: Wonderful Nativity
Immerse yourself in a true Christmas wonderland at Müpa Budapest's upcoming dance performance. Anticipation, waltzing with angels, and counting down the night until Jesus' birth, the Hungarian State Folk Ensemble's nativity programme is a magical experience for both adults and children (above 4 years). You might even see a snowman, snow fairy, and 'táltos' shaman horse dancing!
Details and tickets here.
(Cover photo: Milán Rácmolnár – Makers' Market)
