Chimney Cake Festival 2025: Budapest’s Sweetest Autumn Celebration
Discover the Magic of Chimney Cake in the Zoo
Each October, Budapest’s famous Zoo transforms into the city’s tastiest destination for the Chimney Cake Festival—now celebrating its 12th year! From October 10 to 12, 2025, the Chimney Cake Festival blends Hungarian tradition, culinary creativity, and a splash of charity, all in a festival dedicated entirely to the beloved chimney cake.
Experience Traditional and Creative Flavors
What makes this festival a must for foreign visitors isn’t just the chance to try chimney cake fresh from the charcoal in imaginative new varieties — it’s the remarkable variety waiting at ten stands throughout the Zoo. Choose from classic flavors like cinnamon, walnut, vanilla, and coconut, or explore inventive fillings like raspberry-chocolate, pistachio, ginger, pumpkin-spice, and chili chocolate. Vegan and fully gluten-free options ensure that everyone can indulge!
For those craving something special, look for the Chimney Bon, raspberry Chimney Cream, and the dipping fondue stand—featuring amazing toppings such as Belgian chocolate, fruity jams, whipped cream, and vanilla custard. Picks from Vitéz Kürtős and guest bakers from Lehel Kürtősház guarantee memorable creations made with care.
Enjoy Live Music, Shows, and Family Fun
The Chimney Cake Festival isn’t just about sweet treats. The entire Zoo comes alive with three festive stages, acoustic concerts, and exciting shows to keep the atmosphere lively while you wait for your dessert. There’s plenty for families too—kids can join in storytelling, puppet theatre, face painting, handicraft activities, and hands-on baking workshops to make their own chimney cake creations.
With stands located across the new playground, petting zoo, and parts of the Biodome, visitors combine delicious bites with animal encounters for an unforgettable Budapest experience.
Support Charity with Every Bite
This year’s festival brings extra sweetness through charity, supporting breast cancer awareness via the Pink Gastro campaign. Every raspberry-themed chimney cake, Chimney Bon, or fondue purchased means 15% of sales go directly to Mellrákinfó, helping women affected by breast cancer. Since October is global breast cancer awareness month, every treat helps make a difference.
Practical Details and Visitor Tips
- Dates: October 10–12, 2025
- Location: Budapest Zoo and Botanical Garden, 1146 Budapest, Állatkerti krt. 6–12
- Admission: Festival events included with zoo ticket
- Highlights: Ten chimney cake stands, live music, kids’ programs, workshops, vegan and gluten-free options, charity through Pink Gastro
- Don’t miss: Taste the iconic Székely chimney cake from Lehel Kürtősház—straight from Transylvania!
Mark your calendar and be sure to savor every moment. The Chimney Cake Festival is not only the sweetest way to spend a Budapest weekend, but a delicious way to join in local tradition, support an important cause, and make unforgettable memories in one of Europe’s grandest cities.
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