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On 21 September, Városliget transforms into a giant playground for the Liget Fun Run, where the course takes you not only through playful obstacles but also past some of the park’s most iconic buildings – from the Museum of Ethnography to the House of Music Hungary and the House of the Hungarian Millennium.

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Big Danube Bend Paddle 2025

On 6 September, the Nagy Dunakanyar Evezés (Big Danube Bend Paddle) sets off for the third time, bringing together hundreds of participants on the water. The tour starts in the morning from Szob, with kayaks, canoes and dragon boats leading the way — though you can also join with your own craft or even a SUP.

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Bakáts Fest 2025

Bakáts Fest is the biggest cultural event in Ferencváros, and this year it celebrates its 10th edition. From 5–7 September, Bakáts Square and its surroundings will come alive with three days of free music and cultural programmes.

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Charity day for dogs at Mad Garden Buda

On 7 September, Mad Garden Buda and MFÖEK are teaming up to host a charity event in support of dogs in need. Visitors can browse stalls with products made especially for pups, from MFÖEK merchandise and collars to leashes, ceramics and other accessories.

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Pozsonyi Piknik 2025

The Pozsonyi Piknik is one of Újlipótváros – and indeed Budapest’s – biggest and most beloved community cultural festivals. On 6 September, the Újpesti rakpart will once again fill with a lively festival atmosphere, where theatres, stalls, concerts, family programmes, craft workshops, and plenty of gastronomy await.

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Kiscelli Fest 2025

On 30 August, Kiscelli Feszt returns with instrument showcases, workshops, tasty refreshments, family activities and a colourful music line-up, all set in the leafy surroundings of the Kiscelli Educational and Cultural Centre.

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YOU!Fest 2025

On 29 and 30 August, Eötvös10 once again brings YOU!Fest, the festival of Terézváros, to life. Now in its fifth edition, the event will fill Andrássy Avenue with cultural and entertainment programmes.

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Night of the Zoo 2025

On 29 August, the Night of the Zoos is back for its 14th edition. This year’s theme is Urban Wilderness, showing how wild animals adapt to city life, what dangers a chance encounter can bring, and how we can live more peacefully side by side.

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Healing Day Mini Fest at The Private Rooftop

On 30 August, the Healing Day Mini Fest arrives with a summer-closing edition on one of Budapest’s most beautiful rooftops, The Private Rooftop on Hermina út.

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Board Game Night at Mira Ház

On 22 August from 6 pm, Mira Ház hosts a cosy evening of board games, laughter and a dash of friendly rivalry. Whether you’re a strategy pro or simply coming for the snacks, everyone is welcome around the table.

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National Water Gun Battle at Palatinus

On 23 August, Hungary’s spas turn into playful battlegrounds as the Hungarian Bath Association calls for a nationwide water gun fight. In Budapest, the central venue will be the Palatinus Bath, where from 2 pm everyone ready for a splashy showdown is welcome.

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Varázsliget: Free Children’s Programmes in City Park

On 20 August, Varázsliget once again welcomes families to City Park – this time in a reimagined form. The fairy-tale setting of Vajdahunyad Castle will host the court of King Stephen, and it will also come alive with the characters of István Csukás, one of Hungary’s most beloved children’s authors.

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Kashmir Festival 2025

The Kashmir Festival returns for its fifth edition on 16–17 August, taking over Népszínház Street for two days of culture, flavours, music, and dance.

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Pilates & Padel Day at Top Padel Club

On 16 August, Padel Escape Events is serving up the perfect fitness combo – pilates and padel – at Top Padel Club. From 1 pm to 4 pm, professional trainers will guide you through pilates session to strengthen, stretch, and energise, followed by an upbeat padel class so you can experience first-hand why this racket sport has taken the world by storm.

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Das Fanni Kimono Birthday at Dürer Kert

Das Fanni Kimono is turning five, and they’re throwing a stylish birthday bash at Dürer Kert on 15 August. The celebration comes packed with surprises, from a boutique corner featuring unique pieces by Hungarian designers to registration-only workshops for those who want to get hands-on.

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Yoga, Meditation & Shooting Stars at Normafa

As summer slowly winds down, the night sky lights up with the annual Perseid meteor shower – and Yoga Brunch invites you to experience it in the most magical way. On 10 August, head to Normafa, far from the city lights, for an evening that blends movement, stillness, and stargazing.

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Soberhood Club – Yoga in the Garden of Philosophers

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Parton Tali – Budapest Bike Maffia charity party at the Budapest Bike Farm

On 8 August, head to the cosy garden of Budapest Bike Farm for an easy-going evening filled with music, drinks, snacks, friendly faces, and good vibes. During the event, you’ll also get the chance to learn more about the amazing work of Budapest Bike Maffia, and support their projects through on-site donations. Entry is free.

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Adoption Day at Kabin

On 10 August, the Szent Ferenc Animal Shelter Foundation is bringing love and wagging tails to one of Budapest’s most scenic riverside spots: Kabin. During this special Adoption Day, you’ll have the chance to meet their adorable pets looking for a forever home – and hear the touching stories behind each of them.

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Night SUP tour on the Danube

On 2 August, SUP Budapest is bringing back one of the summer’s most magical experiences: a night-time paddleboarding tour along the Danube, illuminated by the city lights. The 15-kilometre journey starts at Római-part and ends at Kopaszi-gát, taking participants past iconic buildings and beneath the city’s glowing bridges.

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Formula 1 Hungarian Grand Prix 2025

Formula 1 is back in Hungary this summer, bringing all the high-speed excitement to the Hungaroring once again. The 2025 Hungarian Grand Prix will be a special one – it marks the 40th time the iconic Mogyoród circuit welcomes the world’s fastest drivers.

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SUP Yoga Sessions on the City Park Boating Lake

This summer, wellness meets nature once again on the tranquil waters of Budapest’s City Park Boating Lake, where Linda from Emocean Yoga leads outdoor SUP yoga classes every Wednesday between 4 June and 21 August. Held in small groups, these 60-minute sessions combine balance-focused exercises that strengthen deep muscles and improve concentration with the soothing effects of water and open air. It’s a playful yet challenging way to practise yoga — offering both a full-body workout and a peaceful escape right in the heart of the city.

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Finnish Picnic on Margaret Island

On Saturday, 26 July, Margaret Island turns Nordic for a day as the Kalevala Friends’ Circle hosts a Finnish-themed picnic in the heart of the city. This free community event is a playful celebration of Finnish culture, complete with a mölkky championship, wellie-throwing contest, bilingual baby music sessions, a treasure hunt, board games, a storytelling corner, and even a mini Finnish language class.

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40th SPAR Budapest Marathon Festival 2025

The SPAR Budapest Marathon Festival returns on 11–12 October, inviting runners of all levels to race through the capital’s most iconic sights. Whether you're in for the full marathon, a 30 km challenge, or a fun relay with friends, this two-day event combines sport, sightseeing and unforgettable city vibes.

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Farmers Market

Start your Sunday slow and sunny at The Garden Budapest, where the beloved brunch spot transforms into a curated Farmers' Market for a special edition of its GOOD MORNING event series. On this one-day gathering, you’ll find everything from seasonal produce by Kul[c]zer Farm and Kristinus Borbirtok, to handcrafted ceramics by Artegalata Studio, soy candles from andyourstories, and playful RISO prints by RisoPlant — all set to laid-back tunes and the smell of fresh brunch in the air.

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