Ice Disco Events You Should Not Miss In 2026
Budapest’s winter scene goes beyond thermal baths and goulash – it includes ice disco parties where you skate and spin to thumping beats under open‑air lights. KoriPark at Budapest Park hosts some of the city’s most unique ice rink events through early February 2026, blending skating, live DJs and festive vibes into unforgettable nights for tourists. Whether you are a dancefloor pro or a beginner clinging to a penguin aid, these events offer a fresh way to experience Hungarian winter fun.
Jégdiszkó w/ DJ Thomas – KoriPark
On 24 January, from 17:00 to 22:00, DJ Thomas turns KoriPark into a classic ice disco where you can literally dance your week’s stress away on skates. You can even request your favourite hits, so if you have a guilty‑pleasure banger, this is the moment to own it on the ice.
This event requires a peak‑period KoriPark ticket, which is valid on any peak‑time day during the season rather than for this specific date only. Skate rental, kids’ and adult sizes, plus the seal and penguin helpers are all available, making it ideal for mixed‑ability groups of friends or families.
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PANNON ROLLER DISCO on ICE
On 25 January, from 16:00 to 22:00, the beloved Pannon Roller Disco swaps wheels for blades and takes over the Budapest Park ice rink for one huge themed evening. The party is split into three musical blocks: from 16:00 to 18:00 you get the Best of 2000s & 2010s, from 18:00 to 20:00 the timeless 80s vibes, and between 20:00 and 22:00 the Pannon Roller Disco All Stars take the stage.
Live instruments add extra energy to the soundtrack so the rink feels more like a mini open‑air festival, just on ice rather than grass. Entry requires a peak‑period KoriPark ticket, and once inside you have the usual options: skate rental in a wide range of sizes, kids for free under 3, and card‑only payments with reusable cups at the bars.
ELTE BTK on ICE – Student Night
On 28 January, from 20:00 to 23:00, the humanities students of ELTE take over KoriPark for a special ELTE BTK on ICE event that lets you end exam period literally on frozen ground, but in a good way. This is the most “insider” student event in the line‑up, with a strong campus vibe and plenty of room for academic stress relief via wild skating and dancing.
This night runs on a special one‑off ticket that is only valid on 28 January between 20:00 and 23:00 and is separate from the normal or peak‑period KoriPark tickets, which cannot be used for entry to this particular event. The event ticket does not include skate rental or cloakroom, so plan a bit of extra budget if you need skates or want to store your winter layers while showing off your moves.
KoriPark w/ DJ DIMOFAT
On 29 January, from 17:00 to 21:00, DJ DIMOFAT brings a high‑energy set to KoriPark, promising tracks hot enough to “almost melt the ice” while you glide around under the lights. This session is accessible with a normal‑period KoriPark ticket, so it is a great mid‑week option if you want a cheaper, less crowded ice disco vibe.
Expect a proper party atmosphere but with the same family‑friendly setup: skate rental on site, child‑friendly sizes, and support animals for anyone who still skates like Bambi on day one. Card‑only payments and the reusable cup system apply here as well, so bring your card or plan to grab a FestiPay card on arrival.
UNIVERSE – “Exam Burial” Afterparty on Ice
On 31 January, from 17:00 to 22:00, the UNIVERSE party series moves onto the ice with a “vizsgatemető” exam‑burial afterparty, perfect for students who want to erase exam‑season stress in one icy night. DJ Jam‑i delivers a set packed with big tracks so you can celebrate freedom by sprinting, spinning or clinging to the boards in style.
You need a peak‑period KoriPark ticket for this night, which again is not date‑specific but must match the peak period; it is a smart pick if you want to pair a weekend Budapest trip with a full student‑party atmosphere. For visitors coming with kids or less experienced skaters, skate rental, child sizes and the stabilising animal aids make the whole thing inclusive, even if some of you are there mainly for the music and the party photos.
How To Choose the Right Ice Disco Night
For foreign tourists, the easiest strategy is to decide what vibe you want and then match it to the event and ticket type.
- For a classic “Budapest ice disco with request hits”:
- Pick Jégdiszkó w/ DJ Thomas (24 January, 17:00–22:00) and grab a peak‑period ticket.
- For a wallet‑friendlier mid‑week party:
- Go for KoriPark w/ DJ DIMOFAT (29 January, 17:00–21:00) with a normal‑period ticket.
- For full student chaos and exam‑season catharsis:
- Choose ELTE BTK on ICE (28 January, 20:00–23:00) or the UNIVERSE exam‑burial afterparty (31 January, 17:00–22:00); remember that ELTE BTK on ICE uses its own special ticket, while UNIVERSE runs on peak‑period KoriPark tickets.
- For nostalgic bangers and live‑music festival energy:
- PANNON ROLLER DISCO on ICE (25 January, 16:00–22:00) is the best match, covering 2000s, 2010s, 80s, and an All Stars segment in one long session.
Whichever night you choose, you are getting a very Budapest combination: big‑venue production, party atmosphere, and the chance to say you went clubbing… in a hat, gloves and skates, under winter lights on an open‑air rink.