At the beginning of the academic year, it seems as though Budapest will be around forever. But we all know how fast this tricky time can pass when you're enjoying life. It is the right time to explore your surroundings, while you are still not occupied with papers. Another good reason is that October in Budapest will be full of festivals: harvest celebrations, art events and even a local version of Oktoberfest.
For Art Lovers
For the 23rd time this October, Budapest will open the doors of CAFe – Contemporary Arts Festival – for everyone who is interested. You may choose from a variety of events and genres: contemporary and classical music, jazz performances, art markets and circus performances.
When and where: October 3-19, 250 events at 47 venues
Costs: vary from HUF 500 to HUF 4.500, some events are free of charge – for example, photo street festival at Nagymező utca (October 9-12)
More information: http://cafebudapestfest.hu
For Admirers of Hungarian Cuisine
After a day spent at the Pálinka and Sausage Festival, you will be able to taste the difference between the numerous kinds of this famous drink, which could be helpful next time at CBA. The festival will present 400 types of pálinka as well as sausages and cheeses.
When and where: October 3-5, Buda castle
Costs: HUF 2.000 (daily pass), HUF 5.500 (3-day pass) - includes a tasting glass and one shot of pálinka.
Bonus: It's free of charge to visit the History Museum of Budapest with this festival's ticket. It seems that the festival’s organizers actually care about presenting a broader image of Hungary beyond pálinka and sausages.
More information: http://palinkaeskolbasz.hu
For Those with Taste
This October, Budapest Design Week welcomes the Netherlands as its Guest Country. The achievements of Dutch designers will be demonstrated through presentations, exhibitions and even cheese tasting. The focus of this year’s event is the relationship between design and technology. For example, a roundtable discussion on environmentally friendly fashion trends sounds appealing.
When and where: October 3-12, various locations
More information: http://designweek.hu/2014
For Those Who Won’t Get to Munich
In the middle of October Budapest will get its own local Oktoberfest – a four-day event with music, entertainments and a selection of 300 beers from 55 breweries.
When and where: October 9-12, Városliget park, ice skating rink
Costs: 1990 – daily ticket (and you get a beer mug as a gift)
More information: http://oktoberfestbudapest.hu
For Those Who Want to See a Bit of Hungary
The region of Tokaj, a UNESCO World Heritage Site famous for its wine, welcomes everyone to join the well-known Grape Harvest Festival. The event will include Grape Harvest Parade, Hungarian folk songs and dances, visits to wine cellars, talks to wine makers and – hopefully – some wine tasting as well.
When and where: October 3-5, Tokaj, Kossuth tér (2 hours 40 minutes by train from Keleti train station).
Costs: mostly free, but you may need to pay for the concerts
More information: http://www.tokaj-turizmus.hu/tokaj-hegyaljai-szureti-napok-p-913.html
Anna Varfolomeeva
Environmental Sciences
Russia
Anna Varfolomeeva
Environmental Sciences
Russia
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