DesignFest Budapest

Between November 12 and 22, Budapest will host the very first edition of DesignFest, showcasing the exciting world of contemporary Hungarian design, object culture and creative industries across multiple venues, in collaboration with nearly 30 partners!

The festival welcomes visitors with exhibitions, professional presentations, panel discussions and showcases featuring emerging designers.

Featured events:

• Design + Ipark Konnekt – Professional Day
  November 12, 11:00 AM–5:00 PM
  Venue: Hungarian Contemporary Architecture Centre (KÉK), 1118 Budapest, Bartók Béla út 10.
  The event focuses on collaboration between designers and Hungarian manufacturers. In the morning, participants can present their product ideas to manufacturers as part of the Fiókmustra (Portfolio Showcase). In the afternoon, visitors can enjoy presentations, showcases by successful Hungarian brands and a panel discussion. Sixay and Bosnia-based Zanat will also be featured.
• Friss Hajtás (Fresh Growth) – Exhibition Opening
  November 12, 6:00 PM
  Venue: Óbuda Museum – Goldberger Textile Industry Collection
  Young designers, furniture makers and textile designers will present their creations, products and market-ready prototypes.
• METU DESIGN – BEST OF DIPLOMA 2026
  November 12 – December 6
  Venue: Eötvös10 Cultural Centre, 1067 Budapest, Eötvös utca 10.
  An exhibition showcasing the outstanding graduation projects of students from Budapest Metropolitan University. Visitors can explore works by emerging talents in product design, fashion and textile design, as well as architecture. Animated graduation films will also be screened at the opening.

Dates: November 12–22, 2026
Location: Budapest, multiple venues
Ticket prices: Participation for festival organisers and partners is free of charge, but this does not necessarily mean that all visitor programmes are free. Admission conditions and any ticket fees may vary depending on the individual event.

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