Children’s Day at Aeropark Budapest: A Family Adventure Among Real Aircraft

Looking for the perfect family day out in Budapest? On May 31, 2026, the Aeropark – Budapest’s beloved aviation museum near Liszt Ferenc International Airport – throws open its gates for an action-packed Children’s Day celebration. Think real jet engines, flight simulators, a legendary fire truck, search-and-rescue dog demos, and live music. If your kids have ever dreamed of becoming a pilot or a firefighter, this is the day to make that dream feel very real.

What’s Happening on the Day

The fun runs from morning until afternoon, with something new kicking off almost every hour:

• 10:00 – Interactive search-and-rescue dog demonstration with the HEDDTech team
• 11:00 – Live children’s concert by the Szélforgó Együttes
• 13:00 – A second interactive search-and-rescue dog demonstration with the HEDDTech team
• 13:30 – A real jet engine fires up — one of the loudest and most exciting moments of the day
• All day – Flight simulators run continuously, so everyone gets a chance to take the controls
• All day – Airport tours depart regularly, giving families a fascinating behind-the-scenes look at the world of Liszt Ferenc International Airport

Meet Rozi the Fire Truck

One of the day’s biggest crowd-pleasers is Rozi, a legendary fire engine that first rolled into service in December 1988 in a small picturesque town in Lower Austria. Rozi anchors the Tűzoltóplacc (Fire Station Square) area, where kids can dive into playful firefighting games, interactive exercises, and plenty of hands-on fun at the water playground. It’s the kind of experience that turns an ordinary Saturday into a story kids will retell for years.

Bonus Event: Fordmajális Car Show

Car lovers, take note — May 31 also hosts the Fordmajális, a Ford-themed car gathering right on the museum grounds. So while the kids explore aircraft and fire trucks, the adults in the group can admire some classic and contemporary Ford models. It’s a genuinely fun combo that makes the day worthwhile for every member of the family.

Practical Visitor Information

• Date: May 31, 2026 (Children’s Day)
• Venue: Aeropark – Aviation Museum, Budapest (Ferihegy)
• Tickets: Available in advance online
• Tip: Grab your tickets ahead of time — Children’s Day events like this tend to sell out fast

Why It’s Worth a Visit

Aeropark is one of Budapest’s most unique and underrated family attractions, home to a remarkable collection of real aircraft you can actually climb inside. The Children’s Day program layers on top of that with live entertainment, interactive demos, and activities designed for all ages. Whether you’re traveling with toddlers or teenagers, it’s a full day of genuine, screen-free adventure — right next to one of Europe’s busiest airports.