Friday, 21 November
GET INTO THE CHRISTMAS SPIRIT AT BUDAPEST’S FESTIVE MARKETS
The main Christmas markets are already open, so you can head to Vörösmarty tér, Deák tér and St Stephen's Basilica to admire towering Christmas trees and twinkling lights, and immerse yourself in handmade crafts while savouring the wafts of mulled wine and chimney cake.
GREEK POP-UP DINNER AT PAN’NI ARTIZÁN
On 21 November, Pan’ni turns its kitchen toward Greece for a one-night-only themed pop-up dinner. The menu is crafted by Marci Végh, chef of Pingrumba, who has recently returned full of Mediterranean inspiration.
Details here
BARTÓK BÉLA BALL 2025
This year’s Bartók Béla Ball returns between November 21 and 23, celebrating the vibrant mix of art, culture, and gastronomy once again. Over three days, visitors can immerse themselves in the lively Bartók Béla Street lifestyle and uncover the neighbourhood’s hidden gems — from restaurants and cafés to bars and community spaces, all welcoming guests with colourful programmes.
Details here
JAZZ AND WINE EVENINGS AT TIME OUT MARKET BUDAPEST
Time Out Market Budapest is hosting the Jazz & Wine by Jazzpiknik concert series this November, with four evenings of live performances. The line-up includes the Gáspár Károly Trio, Rebi Andris Duo, Doppio Duo, and the Csapó Krisztián & Varga Tivadar Duo. The programme ties in with the New Wine November series, where invited wineries present the first bottles of the year – including Mészáros Pince, Vida Családi Borbirtok, Vylyan Szőlőbirtok és Pincészet and Sauska. While the concerts are free to attend, tickets are required for the wine tastings.
Details here
Saturday, 22 November
SZIMPLA BOLHA – VINTAGE MARKET AT SZIMPLA KERT
To all the antique and vintage lovers out there: if you enjoy the dusty potential and childish excitement of a flea market, head to Szimpla Kert on 22 November. First of all, this is Budapest's most famous ruin bar - which is worth a visit on any occasion. Second, it will turn into a proper flea market for a whole afternoon (12 pm - 5 pm), where you will most definitely find a souvenir much better than a magnet.
Details here
DESIGN FAIR AND COFFEE TASTING AT FABRIKA
On 22 November, Fabrika hosts a pop-up market filled with handcrafted rugs, unique jewellery and exceptional coffees. TIKTIK Studio, a sustainable design workshop, will present its newest wool rugs created in collaboration with contemporary artists, while Hoffmann D'or showcases handmade jewellery adorned with minerals and gemstones.
Details here
PANCAKE DAYS AT NOR/MA GRAND
From 20 to 23 November, Nor/ma Grand marks Pippi Longstocking's 80th birthday with a three-day Pancake (Palacsinta) Festival inspired by Astrid Lindgren's beloved Swedish heroine. True to Pippi's playful spirit, the Scandinavian-style café invites guests to indulge in homemade hazelnut cream and blackcurrant jam with curd cheese pancakes, served in a cosy, nostalgic atmosphere that feels straight out of a storybook.
Details here
Sunday, 23 November
DOG ADOPTION DAY AT MADHOUSE
On 23 November, MADHOUSE will host the MFÖEK Foundation's autumn dog adoption day. Alongside the dogs looking for a new home, you'll also meet their temporary foster carers, who will happily answer any questions — whether it's about adoption, fostering, the foundation's work or the personality of a specific four-legged friend. The event also includes a small merch market, where purchasing any item helps support the foundation's ongoing work.
Details here
ASIAN-INSPIRED BRUNCH AT MANYI
On 23 November, MANYI invites guests to a Far Eastern–inspired brunch, spotlighting authentic Asian flavours. The event is hosted by Beki Hertelendi, a key member of the kitchen team, and the menu features classics such as sayur asem, bibimbap, Japanese daikon salad and kimchi. For dessert, you can choose between mango sticky rice or sesame balls, while drinks include cold brew, hot tea or golden milk.
Details here
A DAY TRIP TO PÁTY
Just a 30–40-minute drive from the city, Páty is a small wine village that perfectly captures the relaxed rhythm of countryside life. It’s the kind of place where the day slowly unfolds — and by late afternoon, locals and visitors begin to gather for wine tastings, pizza, and easy chats that stretch into the evening. You can wander through forest paths, stop for a glass at one of the cellars, and soak in the peaceful scenery. Don’t miss C’est la vie, a cozy, vintage-style café where you can sip coffee, enjoy homemade cakes, and browse handmade jewellery, candles, and other artisanal finds. Páty is all about good wine, slow moments, and that unmistakable feeling of being far — yet not too far — from the city.
(Cover photo: Koncz Márton - We Love Budapest)
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