What to do and see in Budapest in May 2025?
Discover the numerous events and activities we have selected for your visit to Budapest in May.
The calendar for Budapest in May 2025 is regularly updated as soon as new events are announced that attract our full attention.
Concerts St. Stephen’s Basilica – Budapest in May
each Tuesday and Sunday
For Information of St. Stepen’s Basilica Concert and tickets
– click here
Address: St. Stephen’s Basilica, Szent István ter 1, 5th district, Pest – map –
PETER LINDBERGH – Photo exhibition until 22 June
On the majestic Heroes’ Square, the Műcsarnok (‘Hall of Arts’) is hosting an exhibition on the iconic German photographer Peter Lindbergh (1944-2019). Having become one of the biggest names in fashion photography, he propelled the careers of top models such as Naomi Campbell, Christy Turlington and Linda Evangelista thanks to his alternately cinematic and naturalistic portraits in black and white, his preference.
Among the fifty or so photographs in the exhibition are a number of famous shots, including Lindbergh’s favourite, Angel Story, inspired by Wim Wenders’ film Berlin Above the Sky, and the 1994 portrait of Kate Moss from the series A Star is Born. As well as iconic models from the 90s, special portraits of actors are also on display, including Monica Bellucci, Nicole Kidman and Adrian Brody.
Address: Műcsarnok, Dózsa György út 37, 14th district, Budapest – map – website. Opening hours: Tuesday to Sunday from 10am to 6pm (Thursdays until 8pm).
Concerts MATTHIAS Church – each Friday
The beautiful Matthias Church in Buda’s Old Town holds classical music concerts several times a month with the Budapest Duna String Orchestra.
Spend an evening in this unique venue and enjoy a magical classical concert performed by the Duna String Orchestra and violin soloist Gabora Gyula. Concert each Friday:
Information about Matthias Church Concerts and tickets – click here
Address: Matthias church, Szentháromság tér 2, 1st district, Buda – map –
Watch this beautiful video of the Matthias Church in Budapest on this link.
Budapest Cruises on the Danube River
Discover Budapest with a cruise on the Danube (45mn-1h), day and night, to admire Buda Castle, Matthias Church, the Hungarian Parliament, the Citadel, the famous Hotel Gellért, and many more!
For Cruise information in Budapest and Tickets – click here
You also have the opportunity to dine during your cruise
while admiring Budapest by night!
In the evening departing at 19:45, you can enjoy a two and a half hour cruise on the Danube accompanied by a four-course dinner and the musical performance of local Hungarian artists:
Information and booking – dinner cruise – click here
Mahler /Brahms / Beethoven concert at the Palace of Arts on 6 and 17 May 2025 – Budapest in May
The magnificent Palace of Arts (known as ‘MUPA’) is located in Pest along the Danube. In a unique modern architectural setting, on 6 May 2025 attend a unique concert by the Budapest Festival Orchestra led by the world-renowned Hungarian conductor Ivan Fischer in the prestigious Great Hall (pictured above). Gustav Mahler concert – Symphony No. 2 in C minor, ‘Resurrection’ at 7.45pm on May 6. Tickets from 17 euros in category 6. Also on 17 May, Brahms / Beethoven concert from 17 euros in category 3:
Palais des Arts concert information and tickets – click here
Address: Palace of Arts, Komor Marcell u.1, 9th district , Pest – map.
Discover the Palace of Arts ‘MUPA’ with this beautiful video on this link.
SPARTY parties at the Széchényi baths in May 2024
The Széchenyi Baths host the Sparty parties on Saturday evenings in their outdoor baths. In this impressive setting you will experience animations, dancers, 3D projections and DJs live sets for a unique party !
Information SPARTY event and tickets – click here
Video of the Sparty event:
The Széchenyi baths can be reached by public transport via the Metro M1 – Széchenyi fürdő station – and the trolley bus 72 – Széchenyi fürdő station.
Address: Széchenyi baths, Állatkerti krt. 9th – 14th district, Pest.
National Opera in Budapest
After more than 4 years of renovation, the Hungarian National Opera reopened its doors in March 2022! With a capacity of 1200 seats, the National Opera of Budapest inaugurated in 1884 is an iconic place of the Hungarian capital. Discover its architectural beauty and the quality of its representations for an unique evening!
Information about the Budapest Opera, programs and tickets on this link.
Budapest Opera House Guided Tour
Discover the second largest stage in Europe on this guided tour of the Hungarian State Opera House, a must-see on your trip to Budapest!
A tour of the Opera House of about 60 minutes starts daily at 13.30, 15.00 and 16.30 in English. Booking at least 1 week in advance strongly recommended.
Information Opera House Guided Tour
and booking – click here
The largest festival for the best of Hungarian gastronomy and fine dining, the Gourmet Festival, will take place in the Millenáris Park from May 24 to26. The best restaurants, confectioners and wine producers await you on their stands where you can taste and try many Hungarian and international dishes. The program also includes conferences, concerts and exclusive menu with international starred chefs.
Further information and programs on the official website on this link.
Opening hours: Friday from 12:00 to 23:00, Saturday to Sunday from 11:00 to 23:00. Adress: Gourmet Festival, Millenáris Park, Buda, 2nd district, – map –
Gourmet Festival from 23 to 25 May 2025 – Millenáris Park
Hungary’s largest gastronomic festival, the Gourmet Festival, will take place from 23 to 25 May 2025 at Millenáris Park in Budapest. The best restaurants, patissiers and wine producers will be waiting to welcome you to their stands, where you can taste and try a wide range of Hungarian and international dishes in a festive atmosphere. The programme also includes conferences, concerts and exclusive meals with international Michelin-starred chefs. Further information and programmes on the official website at this link.
Address: Gourmet Festival, Millenáris Park, 2nd district, map.
Opening times: Friday from 12.00 to 23.00, Saturday-Sunday from 11.00 to 23.00.
Rosé festival ‘ROSALIA’ May 30 – June 1, 2025
In the City park ‘Városliget’, close to the Széchenyi baths and the Heroes’ Square takes place the Festival ROSALIA: during 3 days you can discover the Hungarian wines (rosé, sparkling wines, champagne) thanks to the numerous wine producer’s .
The festival ROSALIA also hosts gastronomic stand, concerts and entertainment for children. Free admission.Opening hours: Friday from 14h00 to Midnight, Saturday from noon to midnight, Sunday from 10h to 21h00. Information on the official website: rosalia.hu.
Address: Festival ROSALIA, City Park ‘Városliget’, Pest, XIth district – plan.
