Night of Museums 2025 in Budapest

Night of Museums 2025 in Budapest
Event June 21, 2025
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An Unforgettable Night of Culture and Adventure

Every summer, Budapest transforms into a vibrant playground for culture lovers during the Night of Museums. On June 21, 2025, this beloved event returns, inviting locals and tourists alike to discover the city’s museums in a completely new light-after dark! With more than 130 museums opening their doors late into the night, this is your chance to explore Budapest’s top cultural attractions with just a single wristband.

Event Details

  • Date: June 21, 2025 (one-night event)
  • Opening Hours: Most museums open between 16:00 and 02:00 (check individual venues for exact times)
  • Tickets:
    • Adult wristband: 3,000 HUF
    • Child wristband (ages 6–18): 1,500 HUF
    • Free for children under 6

Explore Budapest’s Museums Like Never Before

The Night of Museums is not your average museum visit. From sunset until the early hours, the city’s most iconic museums offer a lineup of unique, one-night-only experiences. Expect moonlit guided tours, creative workshops, concerts, stand-up comedy, and interactive activities designed for all ages. Whether you’re a history buff, an art enthusiast, or a family looking for a memorable night out, there’s something for everyone.

Highlights from Participating Museums

Here’s a taste of what you can experience during this magical night:

  • Aeropark Aviation Museum: Step into the world of aviation with flight simulators, interactive presentations, and exclusive airport tours. Open from 17:00 to 02:00.
  • Hungarian National Museum: Enjoy nighttime guided tours, family treasure hunts, stand-up comedy, and garden walks from 18:00 to midnight.
  • Museum of Fine Arts: Take in concerts, art history film clubs, and after-dark guided tours between 17:00 and 01:00.
  • Hungarian National Gallery: Experience creative workshops, DJ sets, building tours, and concerts from 18:00 to midnight.
  • Hungarian Railway History Park: Get hands-on with locomotives, enjoy train rides, and explore permanent exhibitions from 18:00 to 01:00.
  • Hungarian Natural History Museum: Discover fascinating exhibitions and the magical “Night of the Dragons” from 16:00 to midnight.
  • Money Museum: Try your hand at magic shows, banknote workshops, UV cabinets, and crafts between 16:00 and midnight.
  • Unicum House: Go on cellar tours, join digital treasure hunts, and enjoy concerts and stand-up shows from 17:00 to midnight.
  • House of Terror Museum: Attend special history lessons and film screenings from 18:00 to 02:00.
  • Kunsthalle (Műcsarnok): Make your own art, dance, enjoy concerts, and join guided tours from 16:00 to 02:00.
  • Fradi Museum: Take part in guided tours, concerts, and night walks from 10:00 to midnight.
  • Postal Museum: Enjoy guided tours, crafting sessions, concerts, and lectures from 16:00 to midnight.
  • Fiumei Road Cemetery: Join guided tours, concerts, and night walks from 16:00 to midnight.
  • Stamp Museum: Enter raffles, craft workshops, and guided tours from 16:00 to midnight.

And this is just the beginning-the full program includes hundreds of events across the city!

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Family-Friendly and Interactive Programs

The Night of Museums is designed for all ages. Children will love the hands-on workshops, science experiments, storytelling sessions, and creative games. Adults can enjoy concerts, culinary tastings, art shows, and even late-night walks through historic sites. The event’s festive atmosphere makes it the perfect summer night out for families, friends, and solo travelers alike.

Easy Access with the Museum Bus

To make your museum-hopping adventure even easier, special “MU” museum buses run throughout the night, connecting major venues across Budapest. Your event wristband gives you unlimited access to these dedicated routes, so you can focus on exploring without worrying about transportation.

Plan Your Night in Advance

With so many museums and programs to choose from, planning ahead is key. Download the official Muzej event@hand app to browse the full schedule, map your route, and make the most of your Night of Museums experience.

Why You Shouldn’t Miss the Night of Museums 2025

The Night of Museums is more than just a night at the museum-it’s a city-wide celebration of art, history, science, and community. Whether you want to uncover hidden gems, enjoy exclusive performances, or simply soak up the lively atmosphere, this event promises an unforgettable adventure in the heart of Budapest. Don’t miss your chance to experience the city’s museums as you’ve never seen them before-after dark, buzzing with life, and full of surprises!

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