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Welcome & thanks for enjoying a moment here, along with fellow friendly Xpats in the loop!
You're in good company with 1000's of expats + top locals in this cosmopolitan community.

1. In focus in this Festive Edition are five feel-good articles aiming to help you Enjoy More:
* Skating on City Park Ice Rink
* Top 7 + 1 Karaoke Bars in Budapest
* Top 10 Expat Pubs & Bars in Budapest
* Top 7 Advent Fairs in Hungary Beyond Budapest
* Top 7 Underground Spots in Budapest's Party District

2. You can see a wide selection of events happening these days, below and in the  Xpat Calendar:
E.g. Kolorádó Xmas Party, Nutcracker Seasonal Ballet, Christmas with Zorall at Barba Negra Club.

3. Also for your interest there are new Movies & Specials, + News, Information & Inspiration:
E.g. Half-Naked Santa Run, List of Stores Closed on 24th Dec, Turkey Delivery by Matild Palace.

Now we hope you like what's in it for you below.
Yours with best wishes, Team XpatLoop

We Wish All Xpats Wonderful Xmas Holidays + Happy New Year!

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Calendar highlights

Contemporary Concert: The Palace

Part alternative, and part pop + vintage + modern, both introspective and shouting out to the world... Matyi Solymár, who recently appeared in local TV talent shows, will bring these extremes to the stage as the front man of The Palace band.

21 December - Akvárium Club Budapest

Kolorádó Fest's Xmas Party

The organisers promise to bringing the vibrant energy of the Kolorádó Summer Festival to winter, so get ready for live concerts, electronic beats, dance-floor magic and crazy performances to warm up the holidays.

22 December - Turbina Cultural Center Budapest

Xmas Fair @ Vörösmarty Square

Open until 31 December as usual but with surprise programmes, because the organisers say they believe that the biggest present is to experience special joyful moments during the holiday season.

23 December - Vörösmarty Tér Budapest

Seasonal Ballet: Tchaikovsky’s Nutcracker

Tchaikovsky’s classic has been an essential part of the world’s and the local Opera’s run-up to Christmas. A newly buffed-up show is being staged that follows classical traditions while adding 21st century dance and set design.

24 December - Opera House Budapest

Kalapács & Zorall Xmas Concert

There is no Christmas at Barba Negra without Zorall. This time, the Kalapács band will make the Christmas concert more memorable.

25 December - Barba Negra Budapest

Xmas Fair: Budapest Basilica

Again voted 'Europe’s Most Beautiful Christmas Market' this is a great place for a walk if not for shopping or even skating to enjoy local Xmas atmosphere - open until the 1st of January 2024.

26 December - St Stephen's Basilica in Budapest

Specials

Winter Specials: New Flavours from TGI Friday's for the Holidays

Are you ready to finish the year with flavour and fun? TGI Friday's presents you with seasonal offer that will make the holidays unforgettable. Click thie headline to check out top dishes of the season.

Kifli: Perfect Solution For Last Minute Shopping in Budapest

In the festive rush, when time is key, Kifli.hu is committed to ensuring families spend more time celebrating and less time sourcing Xmas ingredients. Plus, Kifli.hu even delivers on December 24th & they are offering a Free Month Premium Membership for XpatLoop.com Readers.

Importance of Lung Screening by Wáberer Medical Center Budapest

Did you know: Lung screening can detect cancers that are not yet causing symptoms. An X-ray of the lungs allows a specialist to detect any lesions in time. A chest CT scan gives an even clearer picture of abnormalities. Click this headline for more details from what WMC can do for you to make it a healthy new year.

Festive Offer from Hertz: Enjoy Extra Comfort & Safety this Christmas

Choose a comfortable car from Hertz's range for holiday adventures, for example a Suzuki's new SUV model which is worthy of the quality and unique comfort represented by the brand. December trips require a safe partner, and the Suzuki S-Cross model will be the best and most affordable solution.

Fresh Fish Delights for Xmas from La Pescheria

Hungarians love fish at Christmas time, and as the saying goes: "When in Rome...". Here's how you can easily adopt the customs and practices of the place you are in over the festive holiday season in Budapest - plus as you may know a healthy and balanced diet should include at least two portions of fish per week.

Rich Lentil Soup, by Firstmed Budapet

According to Hungarian tradition, a big part of starting a new year right is contingent on what you eat on its very first day. Superstition says one must eat lentils or other seedy produce, which resemble coins and represent the abundance of wealth in the upcoming year.

NYEVE 2023: Fashion Show & Party @ Marriott Budapest

Join in with fellow expats under the dazzling lights of Marriott Budapest in the Liz Ballroom this New Year's Eve for an exclusive event called 'NYEVE 2023', featuring the NRN Privée Fashion Show: "A Night Beyond Imagination".

Afternoon Tea Ritual @ Anantara New York Palace Budapest Hotel

Leaf teas served with a delicious variety of Hungarian desserts, freshly baked biscuits, and honey can make your day even in the afternoon.

Job Opportunity: Content Manager @ XpatLoop.com

The successful candidate will work closely with the Managing Director and the media partners, writers, photographers of XpatLoop. The main responsibilities and requirements of this key member of the team are summarised in this article.

New movies in Budapest