On 16 March, Szabadság tér comes alive with festival-goers celebrating Irish culture and Irish-Hungarian heritage – most of them surely rocking green hats and accessories. The St. Patrick’s Festival & Parade kicks off at 12 pm, bringing six hours of lively vibes, music, and festivities until 6 pm. Get ready for live performances, blending traditional and contemporary music and dance, watch Budapest Gaels GAA in action, and meet a pack of pedigree Red Setters and Irish Wolfhounds. Alongside classic Irish food and drinks, both young and old can enjoy balloon bending and face painting. 

(Cover photo: PellePhoto - stpatricksdaybudapest.com)