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Marcus Miller Concert, Budapest Sportaréna, 23 May

Wed, 23 May 2012 09:04:00 GMT

Over the course of among the most enviable careers in all of music, Marcus Miller has ascended into a two-time Grammy-winner and the composer/producer of eleven critically acclaimed and genre-defying albums (seven studio and four live) as a leader, featuring his astounding and singular technique as among the world's most gifted, forward-thinking and eclectic electric bassists.

Invitation: Time Attack - Hungarian Version, Hungaroring, 20 May

Wed, 16 May 2012 09:00:00 GMT

How amateur time trial car racing spreads in Hungary? After a short break, we check in with a new post before the car racing season 2012. As you know, we are about to introduce a wide variety of vehicles from street tuning cars to amateur race cars. We pay attention to the coolest innovations and events where the owners of these prodigies can gratify their passions. In this post, we are going to highlight the popular time trial that is widely adopted all over the world. This is Time Attack. Let’s see the Hungarian version.

Invitation: Special Movie Night, Corvinus University Budapest, 22 May

Tue, 15 May 2012 09:00:00 GMT

The Last Happy Day, a 37-minute film by Lynne Sachs. Screening followed by film discussion with visiting New York filmmake. The 2009 film by Lynne Sachs is a portrait of a doctor who saw the worst of society and ran. The Last Happy Day is an experimental documentary portrait of Sandor (Alexander) Lenard, a Hungarian medical doctor and a distant cousin of filmmaker Lynne Sachs.

New Order At Exit Festival 2012

Fri, 11 May 2012 09:00:00 GMT

EXIT Festival’s 2012 Main Stage will once again become a place where music history is made as New Order, one of the most critically acclaimed and highly influential bands of our time, will perform on Friday 13 July at the Petrovaradin Fortress which overlooks the Danube in Novi Sad - not too far from Budapest to drive. The band, which still holds the record for best-selling 12-inch single of all time, 1983’s smash hit "Blue Monday”, continue to be unbelievably popular almost 30 years after playing its first gig in Manchester.

Coming To Budapest: Julio Iglesias, Sportaréna, 27 June

Thu, 10 May 2012 10:45:00 GMT

Julio Iglesias is coming to Papp Laszlo Budapest Sportarena on 27 June 2012.

Coming To Budapest, Bryan Adams, Sportaréna, 29 July

Thu, 10 May 2012 09:02:00 GMT

Bryan Adams is one of the world’s most highly acclaimed singer/songwriters and Canada’s #1 ambassador. In a career that has spanned more than three decades Adam’s signature voice and sound has sold over 65 million records; he has toured 6 continents and continues to push those boundaries, becoming the first westerner to play in both Pakistan and Vietnam. He has achieved #1 status in over 40 countries around the world.

Dead Can Dance Is Coming To Budapest Sportaréna On 17 October

Thu, 10 May 2012 09:00:00 GMT

"Dead Can Dance will be bringing their ‘World Tour’to 22 Cities throughout Europe beginning 19th September 2012. These will be the first live shows since their hugely successful sold out tour in 2005, and Dead can Dance will visit 4 continents over an 8 month period in 2012 and 2013.

Coming To Budapest, Il Divo, Sportaréna, 20 September

Thu, 10 May 2012 09:00:00 GMT

The world’s foremost classical crossover quartet IL DIVO announce the first dates of an Eastern and Central European leg on the group’s massive 2012 world tour, already slated to cross six continents this year.

Lionel Richie Is Coming To Budapest Sportaréna On 21 November

Tue, 08 May 2012 09:00:00 GMT

"Lionel Richie proves that you can go home again with his new album, Tuskegee, a collection of 13 of his international hits performed as duets with today’s country music superstars, and it feels even better than he hoped. Tuskegee represents a full-circle moment for the international icon who has returned to his Southern roots to create an album that serves as a highlight of his unforgettable body of work that touches people of all backgrounds, faiths and ages around the world.

InterContinental Budapest Offers The Ultimate Anniversary Gift

Tue, 08 May 2012 09:00:00 GMT

This year, couples booking their wedding at InterContinental Budapest will have the chance to return to the hotel a year after their big day for a very special first year anniversary gift. The InterContinental Budapest Anniversary package will treat couples to a complimentary night’s stay and to celebrate their first year together as a married couple.

Balaton Wine Festival In Budapest, 4-6 May

Sun, 06 May 2012 09:00:00 GMT

Thirty winemakers from the Lake Balaton area will be in the Hungarian Capital between the 4th and 6th of May. This, the fourth Balaton Region Wine Festival in Budapest, will offer 'Flavours of Balaton' including entertainment, excellent wines and delicious local food.

Invitation: Bob Geldof Concert, Pecsa Budapest, 4 May, 8 pm

Thu, 03 May 2012 16:45:00 GMT

The Hay Festival begins with the concert by the Irish folk-punk-rock legend, who will play pieces from his new album 'How To Compose Popular Songs That Will Sell' (video below), and most probably hits like 'I Don't Like Mondays' and 'Rat Trap'. Geldof is of course not only famous as a singer and songwriter, but also as an author, actor, and political activist. His name became world-famous in the summer of 1985 when he organized the charity super-concert 'Live Aid', in recognition of which he was granted an honorary knighthood by Queen Elizabeth II.

Getaway From Budapest To Pisa With Ryanair

Thu, 03 May 2012 10:35:00 GMT

Pisa is strategically located in the central part of Italy. It is only 12 km from the Ligurian Sea, 20 km from the harbour of Livorno and the ferries heading to the Elba Island, Sardinia and Corsica, 80 km from Florence. This city is closely associated with the Leaning Tower. But Pisa also preserves, with the whole complex of Piazza dei Miracoli - cultural patrimony of all humanity - and its medieval centre, numerous masterpieces of architecture and medieval history.

Updated: Central Budapest Grand Prix

Mon, 30 Apr 2012 11:00:00 GMT

Vodafone Hungary is celebrating the renewal of its mobile network by bringing Formula 1 world champion Jenson Button to race in Budapest. This showcase event on 1 May is part of a four-day festival in downtown Budapest to encourage an expected audience of thousands to 'start something new.' The following video shows Jenson Button racing through the streets of Manchester last year in a Vodafone McLaren Mercedes F1 car.

Invitation: Brilliant Corners, Trafó Budapest, 28 -29 April

Sat, 28 Apr 2012 09:00:00 GMT

"Brilliant Corners" is a new piece for 10 dancers to an original score by Emanuel. The work explores the forces, both mechanical and human, which generate the choreographic substance. The ever evolving structures are a direct manifestation of these forces and as such, hold revealing qualities and possible insights.

Andjela Bratic & Almira Emiri Duo, Toldi Klub Budapest, 22 May

Fri, 27 Apr 2012 09:00:00 GMT

The 'Almira Emiri & Friends Concert Series' starts with the Andjela Bratic & Almira Emiri flute-piano duo on May 22nd from 7.30pm. Tickets are available in all Libri shops in Budapest. Forthcoming concerts in the series will feature Degustation Operistic, Sivan Rotem, Babameto Trio, and Degustation Pianistic (see the video below).

Hay Festival To Pollinate Ideas In Hungary

Thu, 26 Apr 2012 11:01:00 GMT

Famously described as the Woodstock of the mind by Bill Clinton, the Hay Festival is one of the world's most prestigious literature and arts festivals. Hay Budapest will feature an exciting mix of Hungarian, Central European, British and Spanish authors and thinkers. Bob Geldof, Jung Chang, Ben Okri, Hanif Kureishi, and György Dragomán are some of the distinguished guests at the first Hay Festival in Hungary. Held between 4-5 May, Hay Budapest promises to be full of ideas, laughter and music - goals of the event are to inspire and entertain.

The Killers Headline Sunday Night At Sziget In Budapest

Thu, 26 Apr 2012 10:30:00 GMT

America's most exciting contemporary rock band will perform as the final act at the last day of Sziget Festival. Besides them, a solid electro-package will arrive on the A38 stage, while maybe the best news is that it’s less than 100 nights to sleep before the start of the 20th Sziget between 6-13 August in Budapest, Hungary.

Invitation: Hungry Kids Of Hungary (AUS), A38 Ship Budapest, 29 May

Wed, 25 Apr 2012 09:00:00 GMT

The Hungry kids of Hungary is a band made up of four gents whose musical inspiration touches on Blues, Rock, Soul, R&B and 1960 style pop-rock. On the surface, their songs are catchy, rhythmic and well balanced with fetching guitar chops and contempory stylings. But also employ light and shade, and sweet vocal harmonies that'll knock the pants of you. It's basically fun and energetic music that anyone can get into...Even Grandma!

The Killers Confirmed As Last Act At Sziget Budapest 2012

Tue, 24 Apr 2012 09:00:00 GMT

Breaking news is that The Killers are now confirmed as the final act on the Main Stage at this summer festival - that's now only 100 nights of sleep away. America's most exciting contemporary rock band will perform the final act at the last day of the major music and cultural arts event in Budapest. Even US President Barack Obama booked them to perform at the White House.