Great Budapest Beer Festival: Five Days of Music, Food and Family Fun
The Great Budapest Beer Festival returns to Kopaszi Dam from October 21 to 25 for its second stretch of autumn celebrations. Over five days, the large car park in the BudaPart neighbourhood will host Bavarian beers, comfort food, live music, DJ sets and fairground attractions—with free admission throughout.
This part of the festival offers a little of everything, from Rakonczai Imre’s Wednesday concert to Friday’s DJ-led party and a Saturday morning children’s show. Whether you’re planning a relaxed meal or a late night on the dance floor, there’s a day to suit your Budapest itinerary.
Event Details
- Dates: October 21–25, 2026.
- Location: The large car park at Kopaszi Dam, BudaPart, Budapest.
- Admission: Free entry.
- Opening hours: Wednesday, 4pm–10pm; Thursday, 4pm–midnight; Friday and Saturday, 10am–midnight; Sunday, 10am–8pm.
- Music highlights: Rakonczai Imre, SWAB, Decibel, DJ Dominique, Nigel Stately, Hamvai P.G. and more.
- Children’s concert: Kalap Jakab on Saturday, October 24, from 11am to noon.
- Food and drink: Bavarian specialities, Hungarian festival favourites, premium and craft beers, alcohol-free beers and a planned gluten-free food area.
- Payment and facilities: Bank card payments throughout the site, a heated tent and an announced Főtaxi taxi rank.
Five Days of Concerts and DJ Sets
The second stretch opens on Wednesday, October 21 with DJ Juhász Laci playing from 5pm to 7pm. Rakonczai Imre takes the stage from 7pm to 8:30pm, followed by another DJ Juhász Laci set from 9pm until closing at 10pm.
Thursday brings a Bavarian-themed performance from Decibel between 5pm and 8pm. DJ Dominique follows from 8pm to 10pm, with DJ Andrew keeping the party going until midnight.
Friday, October 23 puts DJs centre stage. DJ Kiki starts at 5pm, Nigel Stately plays from 7:30pm to 9pm, and DJ Kiki returns until 10pm. Hamvai P.G. then closes the night with a set running until midnight.
On Saturday, SWAB supplies the Bavarian soundtrack from 5pm to 8:30pm. The evening continues with DJ Hory until 10pm, DJ Szecsei until 11pm and DJ Jován until midnight. Sunday offers a gentler finish, with Decibel’s Bavarian closing party running from 5pm to 8pm.
A Taste of Bavaria in Budapest
Beer lovers can explore a selection featuring Erdinger, Augustiner, Paulaner and Spaten, alongside international options such as Tsingtao and Austrian organic beer Golser. Craft beers are also part of the announced offering, and a range of 0% alcohol-free beers caters to visitors who prefer not to drink.
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Pair your choice with Bavarian pretzels, Nuremberg sausages served with Bavarian-style cabbage or Leberkäse. There’s plenty beyond the Bavarian menu too, including burgers, lángos, chimney cake, doughnuts and roasted chestnuts.
The planned gluten-free food area adds another option, though visitors with dietary requirements should confirm ingredients and preparation arrangements directly with vendors.
Saturday Morning Fun for Families
Families have a reason to arrive early on Saturday, October 24: Kalap Jakab’s children’s concert takes place from 11am to noon. The gates open at 10am, leaving time to settle in before the show.
The wider festival also promises daytime children’s activities and fairground attractions, including a Ferris wheel and bumper cars. It’s an opportunity to enjoy the setting before the programme shifts towards evening bands and late-night DJs.
Planning Your Visit
Look for the large car park by Kopaszi Dam in BudaPart. The Hungarian name, Kopaszi-gát, is useful when searching for the venue on a map.
Entry is free, while food, drinks and other purchases are separate. Payments across the festival site are by bank card. A heated tent is planned for colder weather, but bring a warm layer if you’ll be staying into the evening or enjoying the outdoor rides.
Főtaxi is the official taxi partner, with an on-site taxi rank announced for visitors heading home. Programme changes are possible, so check the organiser’s latest announcements before setting off for a specific act.
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