2025 Hungarian Festival of Folk Arts & Crafts – Buda Castle Programme

Festival Stalls Buda Castle Festival of Crafts Mestersegek Unnepe

17–20 August 2025 Organised by the Association of Hungarian Folk Artists (NESZ) Hungary’s largest and most prestigious celebration of folk traditions. Programme Highlight Festival of Crafts – Bread Blessing Sunday, 17 August 10:30–11:30 – Türk Youth Orchestra – Concert 11:30–12:00 – Traditional Hungarian Bridal Hair Styling – Kiss Gabriella, Young Master of Folk Art 12:00–12:30 – Virtus Bagpipe Ensemble – …

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2025 Avenue of Hungarian Flavours Aug 18-20 – Castle Garden Bazaar, Budapest Buda Castle

Avenue of Hungarian Flavours, Buda Castle, Budapest

18–20 August 2025 Hungary’s largest Carpathian Basin gastronomic festival, attracting over 400,000 visitors and featuring more than 150 exhibitors. About the Event Now in its 15th year, the festival showcases the richness, diversity, and traditions of Hungarian gastronomy, from unique techniques to unforgettable flavours. Visitors will have the first opportunity to taste the winners of the Cake of Hungary and …

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Christmas Wine Tasting in Buda Castle Cave Wine Cellar (December 1 – 23)

Romantic Evening and Wine Tasting in Faust Wine Cellar

Experience the magic of Christmas in Budapest with an exclusive festive wine tasting in the atmospheric Faust Wine Cellar, hidden beneath the historic Buda Castle District. Between December 1 and December 23, enjoy an intimate tasting of Hungary’s finest premium wines in the medieval cave system, accompanied by an expert English-speaking sommelier. The Christmas Wine Tasting takes place in the …

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Concerts in Matthias Church August 2026

Concerts in Matthias Church

Enjoy enchanting summer concerts in the stunning Neo-Gothic Matthias Church, nestled in the heart of the Buda Castle District atop Buda Castle Hill, right by Fisherman’s Bastion. Throughout August, you can experience captivating classical performances, with occasional free concerts adding to the charm.

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Buda Castle Christmas Market – Advent Fair by Matthias Church

Planned Dates: Nov 29, 2026 – Jan 4, 2027Daily 09:00–20:00Location: 1014 Budapest, Szentháromság tér This winter, the enchanting spirit of Advent returns to the historic heart of Budapest. From November 29 to January 4 (planned dates), Buda Castle transforms into a sparkling festive wonderland, inviting visitors of all ages to experience the warmth, flavours, artistry, and traditions of the holiday …

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Funicular in Buda Castle District

Funicular in Buda Castle, Budapest

Travelling up to the Buda Castle hilltop with the Buda Hill Funicular is a pleasant and comfortable way to save your legs a hike when you want to get up to the Castle District from the river level on Adam Clarke square in Budapest. If you wish to choose a historical vehicle rather than the public buses or the various …

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Matthias Church Buda Castle Budapest

Matthias Church Buda Castle by Fishermans Bastion

Matthias Church is one of the finest churches in Budapest and one of the most unique churches in Europe. Located atop the Buda Castle hill, it has been serving the citizens of Buda Castle Hill since 1015, its foundation by the first Hungarian king. Bored with churches? Not this time.

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New Year at Buda Castle Budapest — What’s Open on December 31 & January 1

Buda Castle Matthias Church Christmas Festive Lights Mark Mervai

New Year at Buda Castle Budapest — What’s Open on December 31 & January 1 Celebrating New Year’s Eve in Budapest is always magical, and the Buda Castle District is one of the most atmospheric places to welcome the New Year in Budapest. With medieval streets, panoramic terraces, glowing winter lights and excellent viewpoints over the River Danube, it offers a …

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Medieval Bakery – Elegant Dining in Buda Castle District

Tucked away in a former 13th-century bakery within walking distance of Fisherman’s Bastion and Matthias Church in the Buda Castle District, the historical Medieval Bakery is now an elegant Hungarian dinner venue blending heritage with timeless refinement. The menu reimagines Hungarian and Central European classics with contemporary flair – from veal schnitzel with parsley potatoes and remoulade, to rosemary lamb …

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