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Budapest weekend guide 12 - 14 June
Budapest's mid-June weekend is packed with exciting programmes. Here are some of our favourite events taking place between 12 and 14 June.
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5+1 solo dates to take yourself on in Budapest this summer
Budapest offers plenty of opportunities to enjoy your own company. Here are 10 solo dates to take yourself on this summer.
Mon, 8 Jun 2026
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Summer plans with friends: concerts, parties, cold beers, and unforgettable experiences
From concerts and electronic music nights to cold beers and automotive experiences, here are a few ideas for your next outing with friends.
Sat, 6 Jun 2026
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The best new restaurants, cafés, and bars that opened in Budapest in 2026
Budapest's food scene has grown with new speciality cafés, ramen bars, brunch spots, and international eateries.
Fri, 5 Jun 2026
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The best playgrounds for kids in Budapest
Summer is the perfect excuse to spend more time outside with the kids. We've put together some of our favourite playgrounds worth checking.
Wed, 3 Jun 2026
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Budapest weekend guide 5 - 7 June
Summer is here, and Budapest is buzzing with food festivals, concerts, markets, and outdoor programmes this weekend.
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Cafe Brunch opens its 10th location in one of Budapest’s most iconic spots
Cafe Brunch now welcomes guests in 10 locations across Hungary, including a brand-new spot by the Chain Bridge.
Tue, 2 Jun 2026
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Right in the heart of the Castle District, this cosy terrace is made for long lunches and relaxed summer evenings.
Traditional Hungarian cuisine and a cosy terrace setting make Pest-Buda Bistro a Castle District favourite.
Mon, 1 Jun 2026
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Best things to do in Budapest in June
June brings wine festivals, concerts, literary events, and gourmet festival to Budapest. Here are some of the best things to do in Budapest this June.
Fri, 29 May 2026
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Budapest weekend guide 30 - 31 May
Markets, music festivals, city celebrations and the Champions League final - here's how to make the most of the last weekend of May in Budapest.
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HIDE Bar & Club: the hidden cocktail bar beneath FELIX worth discovering
Beneath FELIX, HIDE offers a different side of Budapest nightlife, where cocktails, music and atmosphere take centre stage.
Wed, 27 May 2026
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11 terraces in Pest perfect for long spring afternoons and summer evenings
Pest’s terraces are once again bringing the lively city atmosphere that makes summer evenings impossible to resist.
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Score big - where to watch the Champions League Final in Budapest in 2026
We collected some of the best places to watch Champions League Final in Budapest this year.
Tue, 26 May 2026
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Terrace season has arrived: 8 cosy spots in Buda we’d gladly return to this year
Spring evenings are back, and so are Buda’s terrace nights. Here are our favourite spots to settle in for dinner, drinks, and good company.
Sat, 23 May 2026
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Legendary concerts and personal memories: Freddie exhibition opens at the House of Music Hungary
A new temporary exhibition opened on 1 May at House of Music Hungary pays tribute to one of the greatest rock stars of all time, Freddie Mercury.
Thu, 21 May 2026
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Deszka opens a bigger new brunch café in central Budapest
The larger kitchen allows the team to serve both classic favourites and creative new dishes in Deszka’s signature style.
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How to spend the Pentecost long weekend in Budapest
Wine festivals, open-air parties, markets and laid-back spring programmes are all part of Budapest’s Pentecost long weekend.
Tue, 19 May 2026
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99 Sushi Bar & Restaurant opens its first Central European venue in Budapest
Budapest’s fine dining scene has welcomed a major new addition: 99 Sushi Bar & Restaurant has opened inside The St. Regis Budapest.
Mon, 18 May 2026
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Culinary highlights, concerts, and Danube Bend escapes for the Pentecost weekend
The upcoming Pentecost long weekend is a great excuse to step away from everyday life and rediscover Budapest and its surroundings.
Fri, 15 May 2026
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Lilith Budapest opens: a darkly elegant new cocktail bar from the team behind Hotsy Totsy
Celebrating feminine energy, Lilith is the new cocktail bar from the team behind Hotsy Totsy Budapest.
Thu, 14 May 2026
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Lunch with a twist: 8 premium midday menus to try in Budapest
Retro-style canteens can be lifesavers, but sometimes we’re after a lunch menu with a more elevated approach.
Wed, 13 May 2026
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Budapest Weekend Guide 15 - 17 May
Garage sales, riverside festivals, flea markets, and Latin nights - here are some of the best things happening in Budapest between 15 and 17 May.
Tue, 12 May 2026
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Spoon The Boat returns with a new concept, stunning panorama, exciting flavours, and live music programmes
Spoon The Boat has been renewed with a new menu, unmatched panorama, and live music programmes - the perfect setting to fall in love with Budapest.
Mon, 11 May 2026
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Centrál Grand Café & Bar unveils new dishes, special desserts, and literary programmes
We visited Centrál Grand Café & Bar to try the new dishes and special desserts, and hear more about the school programmes returning this autumn.
Fri, 8 May 2026
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Kunafa fever at Kunafaház - an irresistible Middle Eastern dessert takes over Mátyás tér
Kunafaház offers an exciting culinary experience where you can try different authentic versions of one of the Middle East’s most beloved desserts.