1,301 result(s) for folk
Traditions In Hungary: Epiphany, 6 January
- 6 Jan 2023 9:24 AM
- community & culture
Most Hungarians associate January 6 with a quite new custom – taking down the Christmas tree decorated on December 24 (Twelfth Night tradition). However, the customs of this day root much deeper. January 6 not only ends the Christmastide on this, the Twelfth Day of Christmas, but it also marks the beginning of the Carnival Season (Farsang).
Sámuel Baló Trio, Opus Jazz Club Budapest, 5 January
- 5 Jan 2023 8:00 PM
- contemporary
Sámuel Baló completed his jazz piano studies in Graz. For the third year in a row, he and his fellow musicians and friends – who have since then lived scattered throughout Europe – meet in Budapest around New Year's Eve to perform together in front of an audience, sharing their (musical) experiences gained in different parts of the world during the past year.
For this concert, they are ...
Great Read: Xpat Community E-Magazine, 5 - 11 January
- 5 Jan 2023 4:59 PM
- specials
The fresh newsletter for the International Community in Hungary - described by readers as a "Great read each week" - is now available for your interest and use via the link below.
Surprize Concert by Festival Orchestra, Budapest Congress Center, 26 December
- 26 Dec 2022 7:45 PM
- classical
A great concert is always a gift. But what is hidden inside the packaging? The Festival Orchestra’s Christmas concert is the biggest musical surprise during the holidays.
Never out of ideas, Iván Fischer creates a program each year, not to be disclosed in advance, that makes maximum use of the ensemble’s versatility, and sometimes even of the characteristics of the environment.
It will ...
Great Read: Xpat Community E-Magazine, 22 - 28 December
- 23 Dec 2022 6:27 AM
- specials
The fresh newsletter for the International Community in Hungary - described by readers as a "Great read each week" - is now available for your interest and use via the link below.
'The World of Rogues', National Dance Theatre Budapest, 16 December
- 16 Dec 2022 7:00 PM
- contemporary
Rogues and highwaymen are typical characters of Hungarian folk traditions. Folk songs, folk tales and ballads preserve the memories of our most famous highwaymen and they feature as a popular topic in folk art. They are often idealised as heroes in folk memory.
This is how “Hungarian Robin Hoods”, our legendary rogues were born: Jóska Sóbri, Imre Bogár, Márton Vidróczky, Bandi Angyal and, ...
Great Read: Xpat Community E-Magazine, 15 - 21 December
- 16 Dec 2022 8:22 AM
- specials
The fresh newsletter for the International Community in Hungary - described by readers as a "Great read each week" - is now available for your interest and use via the link below.
St. Lucy's Day Traditions In Hungary, 13 December
- 13 Dec 2022 9:05 AM
- http://puszta.com/eng
- 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.
Top 10 Expat Pubs & Bars in Budapest
- 8 Dec 2022 5:43 AM
- entertainment
By Peterjon Cresswell for XpatLoop.com. Watering-holes designed to attract expats in Budapest are many and varied. Some stick to the winning formula of all-day breakfasts and TV sport, others add local character and originality.
Traditions In Hungary: Epiphany, 6 January
- 6 Jan 2023 9:24 AM
- community & culture
Most Hungarians associate January 6 with a quite new custom – taking down the Christmas tree decorated on December 24 (Twelfth Night tradition). However, the customs of this day root much deeper. January 6 not only ends the Christmastide on this, the Twelfth Day of Christmas, but it also marks the beginning of the Carnival Season (Farsang).
Sámuel Baló Trio, Opus Jazz Club Budapest, 5 January
- 5 Jan 2023 8:00 PM
- contemporary
Sámuel Baló completed his jazz piano studies in Graz. For the third year in a row, he and his fellow musicians and friends – who have since then lived scattered throughout Europe – meet in Budapest around New Year's Eve to perform together in front of an audience, sharing their (musical) experiences gained in different parts of the world during the past year.
For this concert, they are ...
Great Read: Xpat Community E-Magazine, 5 - 11 January
- 5 Jan 2023 4:59 PM
- specials
The fresh newsletter for the International Community in Hungary - described by readers as a "Great read each week" - is now available for your interest and use via the link below.
Surprize Concert by Festival Orchestra, Budapest Congress Center, 26 December
- 26 Dec 2022 7:45 PM
- classical
A great concert is always a gift. But what is hidden inside the packaging? The Festival Orchestra’s Christmas concert is the biggest musical surprise during the holidays.
Never out of ideas, Iván Fischer creates a program each year, not to be disclosed in advance, that makes maximum use of the ensemble’s versatility, and sometimes even of the characteristics of the environment.
It will ...
Great Read: Xpat Community E-Magazine, 22 - 28 December
- 23 Dec 2022 6:27 AM
- specials
The fresh newsletter for the International Community in Hungary - described by readers as a "Great read each week" - is now available for your interest and use via the link below.
'The World of Rogues', National Dance Theatre Budapest, 16 December
- 16 Dec 2022 7:00 PM
- contemporary
Rogues and highwaymen are typical characters of Hungarian folk traditions. Folk songs, folk tales and ballads preserve the memories of our most famous highwaymen and they feature as a popular topic in folk art. They are often idealised as heroes in folk memory.
This is how “Hungarian Robin Hoods”, our legendary rogues were born: Jóska Sóbri, Imre Bogár, Márton Vidróczky, Bandi Angyal and, ...
Great Read: Xpat Community E-Magazine, 15 - 21 December
- 16 Dec 2022 8:22 AM
- specials
The fresh newsletter for the International Community in Hungary - described by readers as a "Great read each week" - is now available for your interest and use via the link below.
St. Lucy's Day Traditions In Hungary, 13 December
- 13 Dec 2022 9:05 AM
- http://puszta.com/eng
- 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.
Top 10 Expat Pubs & Bars in Budapest
- 8 Dec 2022 5:43 AM
- entertainment
By Peterjon Cresswell for XpatLoop.com. Watering-holes designed to attract expats in Budapest are many and varied. Some stick to the winning formula of all-day breakfasts and TV sport, others add local character and originality.