Budapest Christmas Events & Things to Do 2025
Your complete guide to the best christmas events in Budapest and surrounding areas
Around its historic downtown and grand boulevards, Budapest embraces the festive season with spectacular Holiday lights at St. Stephen's Basilica and Vörösmarty Square where the Budapest Christmas Market and Advent Bazilika draw crowds. These festive events and winter festivals pair artisan stalls, seasonal performances and warm drinks beneath illuminated facades. From ice rinks to family activities and New Year’s celebrations at Vörösmarty Square, Budapest offers countless things to do and holiday attractions for visitors seeking festive magic in the city.
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Christmas Markets
28 eventsIce corridor and rink in a city park
Christmas Shows
14 eventsDiverse Christmas concerts across Hungary
Christmas Parties
10 eventsChristmas river cruise with unlimited drinks and live music
Other Christmas Activities
8 eventsEditor's Picks (6)
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Christmas River Cruise with Dinner and Show
Christmas river cruise with unlimited drinks and live music
- Jászberény Advent (Jászberény)
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Nordix Studio Christmas Photo Sessions
Themed Christmas studio decorations for photoshoots
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Hungarian Christmas Concerts 2025
Diverse Christmas concerts across Hungary
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Városháza Winter Experience Park
Ice corridor and rink in a city park
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Szolnok City Kindergartens Children's Programs
(Szolnok)
Focus on early childhood development and talent nurturing.
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Christmas Lights Near Budapest
Additional holiday activities and unique Christmas experiences in Budapest.
Hungary's Christmas Tree
Hungary's largest Christmas tree with 16,000 LED lights
Fényvonat Székesfehérvár 2025
Festively illuminated train tour through the city
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Budapest Christmas FAQ
Weekday evenings tend to be less crowded. Peak times are weekends in December, especially closer to Christmas.
Most events offer on-site parking. Check individual event pages for specific parking information and fees.
Most venues are accessible. Contact individual events for specific accessibility accommodations.