Friday, 9 January
GENERALI FREEZE AND ROCK’A RAIL AT CITY PARK ICE RINK
Rock’a Rail is an urban, street-style ski and snowboard show that quite literally brings the mountains into the heart of the city. A creative rail course, spectacular tricks, live music and a true festival atmosphere await visitors. In 2026, Hungary will host the Rock’a Rail Snowboard European Cup for the first time, taking place between 9 and 11 January at the City Park Ice Rink. Alongside the competition, the Generali Freeze programme invites visitors to skate under evening lights to music, try out exciting winter sports, and enjoy the moment with a mug of mulled wine or hot tea in hand.
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ICE DISCO AT BUDAPEST PARK KORIPARK
On 3, 9 and 18 January, skating at Budapest Park gets an extra twist with a series of ice discos. From afternoon until late evening, DJ Thomas sets the mood and the rhythm with his DJ sets, turning the rink into a proper winter party. What makes these events especially fun is that skaters can even help shape the soundtrack by requesting their favourite tracks, making the more than 2,200-square-metre ice surface — sparkling with fairy lights — feel like their own dance floor for a song or two, perfect for showing off your best moves on the ice.
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EXPLORE NEW RESTAURANTS, STREET FOOD SPOTS AND CAFÉS OF 2025
Kick off the weekend with a culinary wander around Budapest, inspired by our round-up of new restaurants, street food spots and cafés that opened in the city and its surroundings in 2025. A great excuse to try somewhere new and ease into Friday evening over good food.
Saturday, 10 January
VÁGTÁZÓ HALOTTKÉMEK, MAKROHANG, KÉMIA AND BÖILER AT DÜRER KERT
On 10 January, a special combination will shake up Dürer Kert, with a genre-hopping night that moves between magical folk music, original street punk, metal-leaning jazz and everything in between. Some of the most colourful figures of the Hungarian underground come together to prove that heavy music is anything but one-dimensional: the 50-year-old Vágtázó Halottkémek arrive with their hypnotic blend of punk and cosmic shamanism, alongside hardcore mainstays Kémia, makrohang's songs that range from quiet sentimental moments to full-on sonic assault, and the uncompromising punk energy of Böiler.
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PIZZA & APERITIVO FAREWELL PARTY AT PALETTA
Opened eight years ago on Tompa Street in Ferencváros, brought a touch of Lake Balaton’s laid-back atmosphere to the capital, becoming known not only for its food and drinks but also for its community and cultural programmes over the years. The venue will close its doors on 10 January, marking the occasion with a Pizza & Aperitivo farewell party, featuring music, Neapolitan pizzas and Negronis.
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NYTTÅRSBORD – NEW YEAR AFTERNOON TEA AT NOR/MA GRAND
Nyttårsbord is a Scandinavian term meaning a New Year’s table. Taking place at nor/ma grand on 10 January, this buffet-style afternoon gathering focuses on clean flavours and a relaxed, welcoming atmosphere, offering a chance to slow down after the holidays and start the year together. The selection includes beetroot salmon salad, Swedish fish soup, chickpea salad with golden raisins and coriander, beluga lentil dahl with confit garlic, beef sirloin carpaccio with parmesan and cashews, as well as the venue’s freshly baked breads and crisp bites.
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Sunday, 11 January
INTERNATIONAL WITCH FESTIVAL
On 11 January, Dürer Kert hosts the International Witch Festival , where magical traditions, shared knowledge and community experiences come together. The event is aimed at anyone curious about witchcraft, spirituality or the secrets of nature, with talks exploring rituals, energies, magic and ancient practices. Workshops focus on developing intuition and getting to know tarot, while visitors can also browse a themed market and even meet a raven up close. The day concludes with a Wiccan ritual led by Gardnerian practitioners.
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THE MARRIAGE OF HEAVEN AND HELL – WILLIAM BLAKE AND HIS CONTEMPORARIES
Running at the Museum of Fine Arts until 11 January, this exhibition explores the visionary world of William Blake through drawings and prints, placing his work alongside that of his contemporaries. A thoughtful and visually rich programme if you’re in the mood for something cultural this winter weekend.
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FAMILY SUNDAY FUNDAY AT TIME OUT MARKET BUDAPEST
Every Sunday, Time Out Market Budapest turns into a playground for families. Between 11.30am and 3.30pm, children can enjoy craft workshops, games, music and dancing, while parents relax with food and drinks in the background.
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(Cover photo: Kőrösi Tamás - We Love Budapest)
Legyetek ott első városi piknikünkön!
Gyertek, és töltsünk el egy vidám napsütéses tavaszi napot együtt a városligeti fák lombjai között május 1-jén, ahol day-time piknik, workshopok, sok szuper food truck és dizájnvásár is vár mindenkit.
Ünnepeljük együtt a tavaszt, a találkozásokat és azt a pezsgést, amiért annyira szeretjük Budapestet!
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