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Nightlife

Key venues in Budapest’s party district receive post-midnight licences

The party's not over yet – Budapest's once lively nightlife zone is undergoing big changes as new measures are enacted to limit the opening hours of bars, restaurants and clubs.

Nightlife

Think Pink – new basement cocktail bar creates unique mixes

Kicking off Thursday nights and running through to late Saturday, expert mixologists at the Pink Pony Club concoct unique drinks, in a basement directly below top Budapest nightspot, the Boutiq'Bar.

Nightlife

Budapest landlady of legend bows out after 27 years at the Calgary bar

Inspired by Canada, frequented by actors and musicians, the Calgary Antik Drinkbár is a trove of thespian tales and unique trinkets. Now, sadly, evergreen landlady Viky is having to call time.

Nightlife Culture

Missing Sziget? Enjoy 10 classic festival shows from rare Bowie to The National

With no Sziget Festival this summer, we've collated our favourite video clips of classic performances dating way back to 1997 when you could have seen Bowie for the price of a round of drinks. Enjoy!

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A life in Hungarian rock leads to something ‘Beautiful’

Playing with some of Hungary's most influential bands, including Bëlga and Hooligans, maverick musician PG Marót, aka PG King, has just released his solo album, 'Beautiful'.

Gastro Nightlife

Hungarian gin wins prestigious international award

Hungarian gin company wins fourth place at international spirits competition, the first domestic variety to be recognised by the IWSC.

Gastro Nightlife

Authentic Japanese delights and rare beverages in Budapest’s bar zone – welcome to WAFU

Find sought-after Japanese specialities on your plate and in your glass at WAFU, a Japanese-run bar/restaurant deep in Budapest's now significantly quieter party zone.

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Open-air concerts to enjoy in Budapest while summer lasts

It's still the summer of music in Budapest, with bands playing all through August at smaller-size or scaled-down venues. Here's our selection of the best shows!

Gastro Nightlife

11 Budapest nightspots to beat the heat

It's hot! Here are 11 to drinking spots around Budapest to beat the heat, find shade, perhaps a little live music, and maybe even a view of the Danube.

Gastro Nightlife

Discover Buda’s secret garden and new nightspot, Majomhoz

Take in alfresco acoustic sounds on Tuesdays, fiesta! on Fridays and swing on Saturdays when you check out Buda newbie Majomhoz, set up by the urban park of Városmajor.

Gastro Nightlife

8 brilliant Buda-side bars on the Danube riverbank

Check out these eight fantastic riverside bars in Budapest, all located along the Buda side, to find something unusual, lively and fun for all ages.

Gastro Nightlife

All change at Leo, a panoramic bar to top the lot

Atop the Hotel Clark overlooking Chain Bridge, panoramic cocktail bar Leo has had a revamp, upping the ante on food and bringing in Budapest's top mixologists.

Nightlife

Farewell to a favourite: Klisé Bár holds closing party this Saturday with games and karaoke

Popular District VII cellar bar Klisé is closing its doors this Saturday with a final celebratory farewell party. Until then, drinks flow, quality music plays and regulars do battle over board games.

Nightlife

Rum with a view – take in the panorama while sipping drinks at the Liz and Chain Sky Lounge

Nightlife Culture

Folk legends Muzsikás return to Fonó – founder member Dániel Hamar talks music, telepathy and tempo

Meet Muzsikás, Hungary's world-famous exponents of authentic folk music, 47 years in the business and due to play their first post-shutdown show at Budapest's Fonó this Saturday, 18 July.

Nightlife Active

Enjoy the great green outdoors with special activities at the Westend Roof Garden

Get active with free professional coaching, relax on a picnic blanket and chill out to weekend DJs – all at the Westend Roof Terrace this summer!

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BBQ, DJs and night hiking – Normafa Ski House goes off-piste

Ninety years old, the venerable Ski House up in beautiful Normafa has been given a new lease of life with an innovative new ownership – although the retro vibe remains.

Gastro Nightlife

Budapest’s best garden bars and restaurants

Find fine eats, refreshing drinks, greenery and welcome shade at these leafy garden bars and restaurants around Budapest.