Place: Museum of Fine Arts, Budapest

Ends on 26/May/2026

The Civilization of the Qin and Han Dynasties – The First Chinese Emperor’s Terracotta Warriors One of the world’s most spectacular archaeological exhibitions presents the age of the first Chinese emperor, the characteristics of daily life, the structure of his army, his weapons and his individually modelled soldiers. It showcases more than 150 ancient artworks, including ten original pieces from the First Emperor’s terracotta army. Photo: MTI/Balogh Zoltán

Place: Mohács

Ends on 17/Feb/2026

These traditional festivities - having been inscribed on the Representative List of the Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity of the UNESCO - are real delicacies of the carnival season. Hungary’s greatest folklore festival, truly deserving international fame, is about busós scaring away winter, an experience to remember for children as well as for adults. The climax of the event is the parade of busós wearing costumes and masks following traditions dating back several centuries.

Place: Budapest

Ends on 22/Mar/2026

Be part of the biggest spring running race of Budapest, accompanied by thousands of cheerful runners! The event was launched in 1986 in Italy with the motto: “Long live the city! Love the city!” The main race is the half marathon, but there is an opportunity to go on 10km or 7km distance.   Photo: MTI Mohai Balázs

Place: Budapest, Müpa

Ends on 12/Apr/2026

This is an international cultural festival with various events, created by Müpa Budapest on the occasion of the 210th anniversary of the birth of the famous Hungarian composer, Franz Liszt, in 2021.

Place: Hollókő

Ends on 06/Apr/2026

A UNESCO World Heritage site since 1987, this small village in Northern Hungary is famous for its authentic traditions that still play a central role in the villagers’ culture.  Painting red coloured Easter eggs, trying out Easter sprinkling with bucketfuls of water, and exploring the mysteries of local craftsmen are just a few of those activities that wait for you while you taste your way through the specialities of the region.   Photo: Hollókő Municipality / Tamás Galbacs

Place: Budapest

Ends on 10/May/2026

BPBW Budapest Beer Week is an all week long international craft beer festival with tap takeovers, concerts and professional events with personal representation of brewers from Hungary and abroad. During the weekend tasting sessions you can enjoy unlimited beer tasting followed by live music shows of underground bands and DJs on several iconic locations.   Photo: facebook.com/budapestbeerweek

Place: Budapest, multiple locations

Ends on 10/May/2026

Have you ever wondered what the iconic buildings of the city look like inside? What can be hidden behind the facade? Then it is your time! The so called „Budapest 100” event – held annually since 2011 - is the celebration of the 100-year old buildings of the capital, when doors open up to the public. Several houses, museums and offices can be visited independently or as part of a guided tour.   Photo: Schoff Gergely

Place: Budapest, Millenary Park

Ends on 30/May/2026

Representing the essence of Hungary’s now booming gastro culture, Gourmet Festival hosts the country’s best restaurants, wineries and gourmet shops. Eating your way through delicacies, you are going to be bound to redefine your idea of Hungarian cuisine.

Place: Budapest, City Park

Ends on 07/Jun/2026

The number of people who meet in the City Park to welcome the upcoming summer while trying various dishes and a few glasses of wine in a youthful family atmosphere has been growing year by year. On its way to become a tradition, the event features colourful entertainment and plenty of delicacies paired with your wine.

Place: Budapest, Müpa

Ends on 30/Jun/2026

Müpa Budapest is once again looking forward to welcome lovers of classical music to see masterpieces of the musical stage in the early summer of 2026.

Place: Tokaj

Ends on 07/Jun/2026

The motto of the event: White wines, colorful culture. Wine is the meeting point of traditions and gastronomy in Tokaj. At the popular start-of-summer festival, the excellent winemakers of Tokaj-Hegyalja offer their best wines and pálinkas in wooden houses set up on the main square of the town, but guests are also waited for with open cellars.

Place: Balaton Park Circuit

Ends on 07/Jun/2026

The premier category of motorcycle road racing, MotoGP returned to Hungary after 33 years! The event is held at the eastern shore of Lake Balaton, near Balatonfőkajár. During the three day event, MotoGP, Moto2 and Moto3 World Championship categories will visit the track.

Place: Veszprém

Ends on 18/Jul/2026

Veszprém's most popular summer festival does not commit itself to a single music genre. Every year, it brings the best from the fields of opera, jazz, classical music, world music and pop music to Veszprém. Photo: www.veszpreminfo.hu

Place: Hungaroring, Mogyoród

Ends on 26/Jul/2026

The Formula One World Championship, commonly seen as the highest class of single-seat auto racing, is coming to Hungary every year since 1986. Due to the nature of the narrow track, passing is a rarity on Hungaroring, which makes it quite similar to the track of Monte Carlo. Beeing one of the world’s most expensive sports, the Grand Prix features unexpected turns and exciting moments for its fans.

Place: Debrecen Great Forest

Ends on 08/Aug/2026

The success story of the Debrecen Jazz Festival began in 1971, at a time when the city hosted the only regular jazz event in the country. Year after year, the hosts strive to enlarge and enhance what they accomplished, so a few years ago they merged the original festival with the Wine Carnival that was also already a success, and created the Debrecen Wine & Jazz Days. Be a part of one of the most charming gastro-cultural event in the region!

Place: Hajógyári Island, Budapest

Ends on 15/Aug/2026

One of Europe’s largest music festivals, known as the "Island of Freedom", will open its gates again in 2026! The festival awaits festival "citizens" for over 5 full days on several different stages. Many international and world stars will take the stage this year as well - the line up will be updated constantly.   Photo: szigetfestival.com

Place: Debrecen

Ends on 23/Aug/2026

Fascinating performance groups from all corners of the world arrive to the weeklong festivities each year to provide an exciting carnival atmosphere. The celebrations reach their climax on 20 August, when all unique flower compositions, decorated with several hundred thousand flowers illustrating scenes from legends and fairy tales, are rolled through the streets of Debrecen.   Photo: facebook.com/DebreceniViragkarneval

Place: Budapest

Marking the beginning of the autumn season, the Wizz Air Budapest Half Marathon is visited by thousands of people each year. Colourful events and a course meandering through World Heritage Sites further boost the popularity of the run. Get through the 21 km individually or in a team of two or three.

Place: Buda Castle

Ends on 12/Sep/2026

Marking the beginning of autumn, the Budapest Wine Festival is known all over Europe as a significant event where thousands of oenophiles wait with budding anticipation to sample the creations of the finest Hungarian vintners as well as products made by the guest countries’ winemakers. Enjoy the astonishing panoramic view of the banks of the Danube while navigating your way through a diverse gastronomic landscape and chose from a broad variety of concerts and folk shows.

Place: National Athletics Centre, Budapest

Ends on 13/Sep/2026

Budapest will host the very first World Athletics Ultimate Championship, the biggest global athletics event! Olympic champions, world champions, and Diamond League winners will fight for the title of “Ultimate Champion.” A total of 360 athletes from 28 disciplines will compete in the competition.   Photo: Christel Saneh | Worldathletics

Place: Tokaj

Ends on 06/Oct/2026

Tokaj, the centre of the Tokaj-Hegyalja wine region, has been holding a grapes and wine festival since 1932 with activities for adults and children alike. The programme includes a harvest parade, various concerts, traditional festivities, and the inevitable wine tasting as well.

Place: Budapest

Choose a distance that suits you and be one of the nearly 25,000 participants who join the SPAR Budapest Marathon® Festival. Run the official distance of 42.195 kilometres individually, with your partner, or in a four-member relay team. As an alternative, you are offered to discover the city taking a 5, 10 or 30 kilometres long route.