There are exciting new initiatives in addition to the hundreds of cultural events and festivals that take place every year in Budapest, Hungary like the annual Spring Festival, the avant-garde Autumn Festival, the rock-cred Sziget Festival. And at the Kempinski Corvinus, the Kempinski Gallery showcases local modern art.
Events at a glance:
March / April
- Easter - The most widely celebrated spring holiday in Europe
- Bartók Spring - International art week dedicated to the world-famous Hungarian composer
- Spring Fair - A fairground with family activities, unique handicraft products and culinary specialities
May
- Gourmet Festival - The annual showcase of Hungary, literally, at its most delicious
June
- Wagner Days - Acclaimed sell-out concert series
- Budapest Summer Festival - Theatres and troupes present their work outdoors
July
- Formula 1 Race Weekend - Contest at Hungaroring
August
- Sziget Festival - A week-long series of events at Hajógyári Sziget
- Festival of Crafts and St Stephan's Day Fireworks
September
- International Wine Festival - One of the most prestigious events to promote the culture of wine consumption
October
- Budapest Autumn Festival - Salute to contemporary arts
- Art Market Budapest - Meet art lovers from all around the world
November/December