Last updated: 2024. November 11.
Would you like to discover the holiday programs in Budapest's District XXIII? Our guide helps you navigate through the district's Christmas events, whether you're a local resident or visiting the area for the first time.
The Christmas market around Heroes' Square is the district's central holiday venue, offering handcrafted products and local delicacies. Regular cultural programs take place next to the advent wreath and nativity scene set up in front of the Grassalkovich Cultural Center, while holiday lights and decorations create a festive atmosphere along the Török Flóris Street promenade.
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Budapest XXIII. keruelet Holiday Light Displays
Christmas Tram
- What to Expect
- Trains that bring light and warmth during the winter with thousands of LED lights.
- Description
- The Fényvillamos travels through Budapest's streets, decorated with thousands of LED lights, and featuring beautiful interior decorations. The unique feature of the light trains and buses is that they bring light and warmth to passengers and pedestrians during the winter.
- Where
- Budapest | More Info : Christmas Tram
Budapest XXIII. keruelet Holiday Markets and Shopping
Advent Fair by St. Stephen’s Basilica
- What to Expect
- Unique offerings from local artisans and jewelers.
- Description
- The Advent Feast at the Basilica in Budapest is a unique Christmas market located in front of St. Stephen's Basilica, featuring nearly 150 exhibitors and colorful programs.
- Where
- Budapest | More Info : Advent Fair by St. Stephen’s Basilica
Christmas Shopping on Deák Ferenc Street
- What to Expect
- Unique handmade gifts and classic holiday foods.
- Description
- At the Deák Ferenc Square Christmas Market, you can find unique handmade gifts under the Christmas tree in a cozy atmosphere. After visiting all the exciting stands, tasting all the delicious pastries, special decorations, and ceramics, you can enjoy some classic holiday foods like chimney cakes, roasted chestnuts, and gingerbread. You can also enjoy a warm cup of mulled wine if you feel chilly.
- Where
- Budapest | More Info : Christmas Shopping on Deák Ferenc Street
Christmas Children’s Programs in Városháza Park
- What to Expect
- Ice skating and craft workshops for children.
- Description
- In the Városháza Park, the Christmas children's programs offer special activities and games for young children, such as ice skating and craft workshops.
- Where
- Budapest | More Info : Christmas Children’s Programs in Városháza Park
Budapest XXIII. keruelet Holiday Shows and Entertainment
Budapest Christmas Concerts
- What to Expect
- Nyári Károly, the renowned singer-pianist, enchants the audience with his Christmas concert.
- Description
- The Budapest Christmas Concerts series features the city's most prominent singers and orchestras performing their Christmas programs. The concerts' uniqueness lies in the blend of traditional and modern musical elements that enhance the festive atmosphere.
- Where
- Budapest | More Info : Budapest Christmas Concerts
Christmas Midnight Masses
- What to Expect
- Midnight mass celebrated by Cardinal Péter Erdő.
- Description
- The Christmas Holiday Masses at the St. Stephen's Basilica include several masses, including a midnight mass celebrated by Cardinal Péter Erdő. The nativity play and the basilica's main area are open to the public for free.
- Where
- Budapest | More Info : Christmas Midnight Masses
Christmas Circus Performances
- What to Expect
- Unique magical performances and humorous scenes.
- Description
- The Karácsonyi Csodashow is the Capital Circus of Budapest's new Christmas show, where snow begins to fall above the ring, you hear the sound of the violin, and a stick transforms into a magic wand. Slender and muscular artists perform aerial and ground acts, including the best Hungarian quick-change couple and a young magician.
- Where
- Budapest | More Info : Christmas Circus Performances
Christmas Advent Wreath in Városháza Park
- What to Expect
- Handmade wreath-making for children.
- Description
- The Christmas Advent Wreath at Városháza Park is a family-friendly program where children can make their own advent wreaths.
- Where
- Budapest | More Info : Christmas Advent Wreath in Városháza Park
Budapest XXIII. keruelet Other Holiday Activities
Christmas Danube Promenade Tour
- What to Expect
- Unique river cruise along the Danube.
- Description
- The Christmas River Cruise along the Danube offers a unique opportunity to explore the beauty and history of river cities.
- Where
- Budapest | More Info : Christmas Danube Promenade Tour