Friday, 17 April
FREE HISTORICAL SIGHTSEEING TOUR
A free, tip-based walking tour offers an easy introduction to Budapest, especially if you're new to the city. Over the course of around 2.5 hours, the route focuses on the Pest side, covering major landmarks while also giving a broader picture of Hungarian history, culture, and everyday life. The tour is held in English and starts from Kálvin Square. Further information about the tour is here.
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SPRING PARTY AT TURBINA WITH F90 COLLECTIVE
Turbina kicks off spring with a high-energy club night, teaming up with Berlin-based F90 Collective. Known for their fast-paced, trance-infused sound, the lineup brings a distinctly Berlin-style atmosphere to the city, with sets from Kling&Klang, Amøn, Paralich, and Valenthin, alongside an all-night session in the club room. The focus is on music, movement, and a more open, inclusive club culture - a solid Friday option if you're looking for something a bit more underground to start the weekend.
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CALLE CALIENTE PARTY AT JO&JOE
Calle Caliente brings a rhythm-led Friday night to JO&JOE Budapest, built around Latin, and global sounds. With an international DJ lineup, the focus is on energy, movement, and a dancefloor that keeps going late into the night.
Details here
Saturday, 18 April
ZUGLÓ JAPANESE GARDEN DAY
The Japanese Garden in Zugló is the first of its kind in Hungary, designed as an archaic flatland tea garden inspired by the Muromachi period. Located next to the Márton Varga Horticultural and Land Surveying Technical School, the garden is especially beautiful in spring, during cherry blossom season. On 18 April, the Zugló Japanese Garden Day takes place, featuring guided tours, garden walks, a book presentation, and martial arts demonstrations.
Details here
I BIKE BUDAPEST 2026
The Hungarian Cyclists' Club is organising the 11th I Bike Budapest ride on 18 April, inviting everyone who supports a more bike-friendly capital to take part. As part of the event, participants can cycle through the city in a way that's rarely possible – along a designated, car-free route, joined by tens of thousands of fellow cyclists. The aim of the ride is to highlight the importance of transport developments that contribute to a more sustainable and liveable Budapest.
Details here
BERLIN X BUDAPEST AT SALT
Between 15 and 19 April, SALT Budapest and Berlin's Horváth Berlin will swap kitchens. During this time, guests in Budapest can experience a specially curated ten-course, vegetable-focused menu created by Sebastian Frank and his team. Rather than relying on luxury ingredients, the menu highlights precision, creativity, and the role of time, transforming simple components into thoughtful, character-driven dishes.
Details here
Sunday, 19 April
REMARKET VINTAGE FAIR AT HENGERMALOM
Taking place on 19 April, ReMarket brings a mix of vintage clothing, retro furniture, and second-hand finds to the Hengermalom courtyard. With both private sellers and curated pieces, it's an easy Sunday stop for browsing and discovering something special.
Details here
NOSTALGIA POP-UP MARKET
Held on 19 April as part of Johanna Kügerl's exhibition, this one-day pop-up market brings together prints, postcards, embroidered pieces, and small design objects alongside a selection of local producers. Expect honey, fermented goods, ceramics, vintage glassware, and retro-inspired items, all set in a more intimate, home-like atmosphere. It's a mix of design, food, and nostalgia, with a strong focus on local creators and small-scale brands.
Details here
EATS & BEATS: TOKYO BREEZE
Eats & Beats launches a new event series at Fény Street Market, each edition spotlighting the flavours and atmosphere of a different country. The first event, held on 19 April, focuses on Japan, bringing together food, design, and music in one place. Visitors can sample Japanese-inspired dishes and drinks from a wide range of local venues, while also browsing stands by contemporary designers, ceramicists, and independent brands. Alongside the gastro offering, workshops and creative programmes add another layer to the experience, all set to a soundtrack of DJs and live performances throughout the day. Entry is free.
Details here
(Cover photo: Kőrösi Tamás - We Love Budapest)
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