Find out what’s happening in August 2024 in Budapest. The best Budapest events, festivals, concerts, programs, places to visit and parties not to miss! Enjoy!
1. Sziget Festival
2. Celebration of World’s Crafts 2024
3. Budapest Fireworks
4. Improvisations to classical jazz
5. Saya Noé solo concert
6. Mujahid Zoltán concert
7. MOME Animation selection
8. Dzsúdló concert
9. Cultural inspiration workshop
10. Van Gogh exhibition Budapest
This year, one of Hungary’s most popular festivals, the Sziget Festival, will take place between 7 and 12 August 2024. For the 30th time, Sziget will feature a wide range of international and national performers. The festival on the Hajógyári Island will not only offer music, but also theatre performances, dance performances, visual arts events, film screenings and other cultural activities.
Another great event taking place in Budapest in August is World’s Crafts Festival in Buda Castle. Between 17 and 20 August you can enjoy a dance and music performances, fashion shows and much more! And in the same time to admire magnificent view of the city.
Join the fireworks in Budapest on 20 August! See Europe’s biggest fireworks display from one of the capital’s most exclusive locations and surroundings, with unlimited food and drinks. An unforgettable evening awaits you, the spectacular fireworks from the best locations, special installations, guided tour and much more…
In August, a magical philharmonic concert awaits classical music lovers in the heart of Budapest at Várkert Bazár! The renowned orchestra will offer an unforgettable evening with its stunning performances and classical works. Concert will be performed by the Budapest Philharmonic Society Orchestra and the Sárközy Trio.
In August, Saya Noe will give a solo concert in Budapest, enchanting audiences with her unique sound and captivating performance. The talented singer-songwriter promises an unforgettable evening with her own compositions and her unique atmospheric music. Don’t miss this intimate and inspiring musical experience that is guaranteed to leave a deep impression on everyone present!
In August, Zoltán Mujahid will perform in Budapest and dazzle the audience with his passionate performance and stunning voice. The singer will perform his own songs as well as well-known hits like “There Was Only One Dance”, “Távollét”, “Love Till You’re Crazy”, “Karolina”, “Like Violets” and “Butterfly”. The Trüffel Quartet, four excellent string players of the Dohnányi Symphony Orchestra, and Fonogram award-winning pianist Ádám Lőrincz will accompany the orchestra on piano.
Don’t miss the MOME University Animation Films screening, where you can see the best works of talented students! The event will offer an immersive visual experience and creative storytelling that will give you a glimpse into the work of future animation stars. With the best Hungarian films of the last few years, we welcome all film lovers who want to breathe in the fresh air in the heart of Budapest, in a beautiful, panoramic, dog-friendly location.
Don’t miss Júdlo’s amazing concert in Budapest Park! Come and party to the greatest hits and new songs on this unforgettable night. Join us and enjoy one of the best concerts of the summer!
Discover the magic of handmade bag making at this workshop in Budapest. Learn the best techniques and make a unique bag of your own design with the help of our professional instructors. Come if you want to get creative and take home a special accessory!
Finally, an exhibition of Van Gogh’s masterpieces is moving to Budapest.From 2 February to 1 September 2024, you will have the chance to see one of the most spectacular exhibitions of the year! This modern, never-before-seen exhibition will be hosted for half a year in the BOK Sports Hall.
Photo: Erzsébet híd, @erikhajbel
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