372 result(s) for folk in Community & Culture
Expat Explainer: Christmas Day Customs in Hungary
- 20 Dec 2023 2:06 PM
- community & culture
In Hungary a key element of celebrating Christmas is the traditional custom of the Bethlehem Shepherd’s play (betlehemes játék). The present-day version of the Bethlehem folk play originates from the 19th-20th century, although it may date back as far as the medieval times.
Expat Explainer: St. Lucy's Day Traditions in Hungary, 13 December
- 11 Dec 2023 7:41 AM
- community & culture
"Named after the Christian virgin, St. Lucy's day (Lucia or Luca’s day - luca napja) is one of the richest in customs and superstitions in Hungary. Before the Gregorian calendar reform, it was the shortest and darkest day of the year, and it marked the beginning of the winter solstice. It is for this reason that numerous traditions and fertility games are linked to this special day.
See What Happened: Xpat Charity Party - 007 Bonfire Night Bash @ Budapest Marriott
- 9 Nov 2023 4:45 PM
- community & culture
A packed house of good-hearted guests from Hungary’s international community united on Bonfire Night in Budapest at XpatLoop's 23rd anniversary event to #FeelGoodDoGood. Thanks to all involved a record total of HUF 7.5+ million was raised for local charities.
Public Holiday In Hungary On Wednesday 1 November - All Saints' Day
- 30 Oct 2023 6:19 AM
- community & culture
All Saints' Day is a celebration of all Christian saints, particularly those who have no special feast days of their own, in many Roman Catholic, Anglican and Protestant churches. In many western churches it is annually held November 1. It is also known as All Hallows Tide, All-Hallomas, or All Hallows' Day.
International Star Orchestras, World-Class Soloists in 2024 Schedule of Budapest's Palace Of Arts
- 2 Oct 2023 7:14 AM
- hungarymatters.hu
- community & culture
The Palace of Arts (Müpa) will include in its 2024 schedule international star orchestras and world-class soloists, such as Riccardo Muti and the Chicago Symphony Orchestra, Maria João Pires and Daniel Harding, Philippe Jaroussky, Béla Fleck, Francesco Corti and the Freiburg Baroque Orchestra.
Korean Cultural Festival Brings Film, Music and Cuisine to Budapest
- 30 Aug 2023 12:38 PM
- community & culture
Korean cuisine, traditional K-kugak music and a week of film all form part of the Korean Cultural Festival, starting in Budapest on 8 September.
Quick Guide: Three Days of Celebrations Will Mark St. Stephen’s Day in Hungary
- 18 Aug 2023 10:06 AM
- hungarymatters.hu
- community & culture
More than a hundred programmes will be on offer during a three-day festival in Budapest to mark the August 20 national holiday celebrating Hungary’s statehood, the event’s organisers said.
In Rural Hungary, Traditional Matyó Embroidery Is An Economic Lifeline
- 16 Aug 2023 3:35 PM
- community & culture
If it wasn't for the car parked outside adorned with the company's slogan -- "Handmade With Love" -- you might miss the headquarters of MatyoDesign.
Hundreds of Programmes to Choose from at This Year’s St Stephen's Day Celebrations
- 9 Aug 2023 1:40 PM
- community & culture
Family and children’s programmes, pop and classical music performances, and traditional ceremonies will be awaiting visitors at the St. Stephen's Day celebration held between 18 and 20 August 2023.
Expat Explainer: Christmas Day Customs in Hungary
- 20 Dec 2023 2:06 PM
- community & culture
In Hungary a key element of celebrating Christmas is the traditional custom of the Bethlehem Shepherd’s play (betlehemes játék). The present-day version of the Bethlehem folk play originates from the 19th-20th century, although it may date back as far as the medieval times.
Expat Explainer: St. Lucy's Day Traditions in Hungary, 13 December
- 11 Dec 2023 7:41 AM
- community & culture
"Named after the Christian virgin, St. Lucy's day (Lucia or Luca’s day - luca napja) is one of the richest in customs and superstitions in Hungary. Before the Gregorian calendar reform, it was the shortest and darkest day of the year, and it marked the beginning of the winter solstice. It is for this reason that numerous traditions and fertility games are linked to this special day.
See What Happened: Xpat Charity Party - 007 Bonfire Night Bash @ Budapest Marriott
- 9 Nov 2023 4:45 PM
- community & culture
A packed house of good-hearted guests from Hungary’s international community united on Bonfire Night in Budapest at XpatLoop's 23rd anniversary event to #FeelGoodDoGood. Thanks to all involved a record total of HUF 7.5+ million was raised for local charities.
Public Holiday In Hungary On Wednesday 1 November - All Saints' Day
- 30 Oct 2023 6:19 AM
- community & culture
All Saints' Day is a celebration of all Christian saints, particularly those who have no special feast days of their own, in many Roman Catholic, Anglican and Protestant churches. In many western churches it is annually held November 1. It is also known as All Hallows Tide, All-Hallomas, or All Hallows' Day.
International Star Orchestras, World-Class Soloists in 2024 Schedule of Budapest's Palace Of Arts
- 2 Oct 2023 7:14 AM
- hungarymatters.hu
- community & culture
The Palace of Arts (Müpa) will include in its 2024 schedule international star orchestras and world-class soloists, such as Riccardo Muti and the Chicago Symphony Orchestra, Maria João Pires and Daniel Harding, Philippe Jaroussky, Béla Fleck, Francesco Corti and the Freiburg Baroque Orchestra.
Korean Cultural Festival Brings Film, Music and Cuisine to Budapest
- 30 Aug 2023 12:38 PM
- community & culture
Korean cuisine, traditional K-kugak music and a week of film all form part of the Korean Cultural Festival, starting in Budapest on 8 September.
Quick Guide: Three Days of Celebrations Will Mark St. Stephen’s Day in Hungary
- 18 Aug 2023 10:06 AM
- hungarymatters.hu
- community & culture
More than a hundred programmes will be on offer during a three-day festival in Budapest to mark the August 20 national holiday celebrating Hungary’s statehood, the event’s organisers said.
In Rural Hungary, Traditional Matyó Embroidery Is An Economic Lifeline
- 16 Aug 2023 3:35 PM
- community & culture
If it wasn't for the car parked outside adorned with the company's slogan -- "Handmade With Love" -- you might miss the headquarters of MatyoDesign.
Hundreds of Programmes to Choose from at This Year’s St Stephen's Day Celebrations
- 9 Aug 2023 1:40 PM
- community & culture
Family and children’s programmes, pop and classical music performances, and traditional ceremonies will be awaiting visitors at the St. Stephen's Day celebration held between 18 and 20 August 2023.