Celebrate Europe at Budapest’s Europe Experience Centre Open Weekend
This first weekend of October brings a special invitation to both locals and tourists visiting Budapest — the Europe Experience Centre on Szervita Square is hosting its grand open visitors weekend on October 3 and 4. This unique, family-friendly event celebrates the centre’s recent opening with a vibrant program of interactive activities, creative workshops, and engaging games designed to bring the spirit of Europe to life right in the city’s heart.
A Weekend Packed with Fun and Learning
From Friday afternoon through the weekend, Szervita tér will buzz with excitement as the square springs to life with a range of outdoor activities that celebrate the European Union and Denmark’s current EU presidency. Visitors of all ages can take part in quizzes that test their knowledge of Europe, spin the fortune wheel, or navigate a labyrinth game that combines fun and learning in equal measure. A lively DJ will provide an energetic soundtrack to this festive atmosphere, making the experience enjoyable for both children and adults.
Inside the Europe Experience Centre, visitors can dive deeper into Europe’s fascinating world through immersive virtual reality experiences and multimedia exhibitions. The centre’s standout attractions, such as the 360-degree cinema and interactive installations, will be fully accessible for visitors to explore at their own pace throughout the weekend. The VR experiences and role-playing exhibits provide a hands-on way to understand how the European Union operates and how policies affect everyday life across member states.
Creative Fun for Kids and Adults
The open weekend also features a variety of creative activities ideal for families. Younger children can enjoy face painting, glitter tattoos, and making colorful flags or drawings, while older participants can craft unique gifts from recycled materials, promoting sustainability in a playful way. These creative workshops, combined with the centre’s interactive exhibits, ensure that visitors of all ages will find something exciting and memorable to enjoy.
Visitors collecting stamps through participating in different activities can exchange them for special gifts, adding an extra layer of engagement and fun throughout the weekend. It’s an inviting way to encourage exploration of all that the Europe Experience Centre and the open-air festivities have to offer.
Event Details and Visiting Information
The open weekend takes place on:
- Friday, October 3: 14:00 to 18:00
- Saturday, October 4: 10:00 to 18:00
The Europe Experience Centre itself remains open year-round, offering free access to its multimedia exhibitions and interactive stations every day from 10:00 to 19:00 on weekdays and 10:00 to 17:00 on weekends and holidays.
Located at 1052 Budapest, Szervita tér 8, just a short walk from Deák Ferenc Square metro station, the centre is fully accessible for visitors with reduced mobility and offers content in all 24 official EU languages.
Why Attend
This open visitors weekend is a perfect opportunity for tourists to add a culturally enriching experience to their Budapest itinerary. It blends education, entertainment, and community spirit, making it ideal for families, groups of friends, or solo travelers eager to gain unique insights into Europe’s political and cultural landscape.
Drop by the Europe Experience Centre this October 3–4 to explore the EU’s dynamic institutions, experience the power of interactive storytelling, and join in the festive atmosphere celebrating Europe’s diversity and unity in the heart of Budapest.
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