The Hungarian capital is home to world-renowned musical events. The Sziget Festival, which always takes place in August, is one of Europe's biggest pop music events, with hundreds of artists. Numerous concerts and smaller festivals are also held at the Budapest Park and the Várkert Bazár throughout the year.
For fans of Hungarian cuisine, Budapest offers culinary festivals all year round. Hungary's best restaurants and chefs showcase their skills at the Gourmet Festival, while the Budapest Pálinka and Sausage Festival promotes traditional Hungarian flavours. One of the highlights of the autumn season is the Budapest Wine Festival, which showcases the finest Hungarian wines in the stunning setting of Buda Castle.
The capital hosts numerous art and cultural festivals, covering both classical and modern arts, as well as visual arts, literature, alternative arts and social issues.
For those interested in Hungarian traditions and folk culture, the Budapest Spring Fair and the Festival of Folk Arts (Mesterségek Ünnepe) are great opportunities to learn about crafts and folk traditions. And for those looking for a special experience, the Budapest Festival of Lights (Fényfesztivál Budapest) offers spectacular light installations and projections.
