What’s Happening This Easter In Budapest? April 17-21, 2025
Are you visiting Budapest this Easter? Get ready for a city bursting with color, tradition, and fun! Whether you’re traveling solo, with friends, or as a family, Budapest offers a fantastic mix of cultural events, family-friendly festivals, and vibrant nightlife. Here’s your complete guide to the best Easter events happening in Budapest from April 17 to 21, 2025.
KRS-One: Temple of Hip Hop Tour at Dürer Kert (April 17)
Hip-hop fans won’t want to miss KRS-One live in Budapest on April 17. Experience a night of classic tracks and powerful lyrics from one of hip-hop’s most influential voices. The concert starts at 7:30 PM at Dürer Kert. Attendees under 16 must be accompanied by an adult, and those 16-18 require parental consent.
Vörösmarty Tavasz 2025: Budapest’s Traditional Easter Fair (March 28–April 21)
From March 28 to April 21, Vörösmarty Square becomes a springtime wonderland. Nearly 500 meters of floral garlands decorate the square, creating the perfect backdrop for your Easter photos. Explore the artisanal market with nearly 50 exhibitors offering ceramics, leather goods, jewelry, and more. Enjoy live folk music, dance performances, and puppet shows that bring Hungary’s regional traditions to life.
Don’t miss the Crafts House, where you can join workshops on traditional Easter crafts or watch blacksmithing demonstrations. Foodies will love the themed weekends featuring regional specialties and classic Hungarian Easter dishes like ham, eggs, Easter bread, and horseradish. Many dishes are budget-friendly, with daily specials and half-priced options.
- Dates: March 28 – April 21, 2025
- Location: Vörösmarty Square, Budapest
Rakpart Weekends: Car-Free Riverside Vibes (March 15–October 26, every weekend)
Every weekend from March 15 to October 26, Budapest’s lower Danube embankment (Rakpart) is closed to traffic and open for pedestrians, cyclists, and families. Stroll from Margaret Bridge to Irányi Street, enjoy riverside picnics, join community art projects, or simply relax with stunning views of the city. There are public grills for outdoor cooking, creative workshops for kids, and plenty of space for cycling and rollerblading.
- Dates: Every Saturday and Sunday until October 26, 2025
- Location: Lower Danube embankment, from Margaret Bridge to Irányi Street
Madame Tussauds Budapest: Easter Discount (until April 19)
Looking for a fun indoor activity? Madame Tussauds Budapest offers 15% off all tickets with the code BUNNY15 until April 19. Snap selfies with lifelike wax figures and surprise your family with a unique Easter outing.
- Discount code: BUNNY15 (valid until April 19)
City Park Easter Festival: Family Fun at Városliget (April 18–21)
From April 18 to 21, the City Park Ice Rink and Boating Lake, along with Vajdahunyad Castle, host a free Easter festival packed with concerts, craft workshops, puppet shows, and a bunny petting zoo. The festival blends Hungarian traditions with modern family entertainment, including live music, folk dance, and interactive performances.
Kids can enjoy pony rides, a folk playground, and a mini amusement park, while adults can sample traditional Easter treats and modern street food. The daily program features everything from illusion shows to retro parties, ensuring fun for all ages.
- Dates: April 18–21, 2025
- Locations: City Park Ice Rink and Boating Lake, Vajdahunyad Castle
Retro Disco Madness: Good Friday Party at 101 Klub (April 18)
On Friday, April 18, dance the night away at 101 Klub’s Retro Disco Madness. Enjoy the greatest hits of the 80s, 90s, and 2000s on a massive dance floor, or chill in the stylish lounge. The party runs from 10 PM to 4 AM and is perfect for anyone looking to experience Budapest’s legendary nightlife.
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- Date: Friday, April 18, 2025
- Time: 10:00 PM – 4:00 AM
- Venue: 101 Klub, Paulay Ede utca 2
Easter at the Skanzen: Step Back in Time (April 20–21)
Just outside Budapest, the Skanzen Open-Air Ethnographic Museum in Szentendre hosts a magical Easter celebration on April 20 and 21. Experience traditional Hungarian Easter customs like “locsolkodás” (Easter sprinkling), live folk music, storytelling, and hands-on egg decorating workshops.
Families can join an Easter treasure hunt, enjoy a spring play garden, and watch stilt-walking performances. Sacred programs include Easter Mass and a Reformed service in historic village churches.
- Dates: April 20–21, 2025
- Location: Skanzen Museum, Szentendre
Instant-Fogas Complex: Budapest’s Biggest Easter Sunday Party (April 20)
For the ultimate Easter Sunday party, head to the Instant-Fogas Complex on April 20. This legendary venue hosts a free party across three clubs, each with its own music style—from R’n’B and house to hip hop and reggaeton. The party starts in the evening and goes until 6 AM, making it the perfect spot for night owls.
- Date: Sunday, April 20, 2025
- Time: Evening until 6 AM
- Venue: Instant-Fogas Complex, Akácfa utca 49-51
Easter Surprises at Budapest Airport (Easter week)
If your Easter weekend in Budapest includes a flight, don’t miss the festive surprises waiting for you at Budapest Airport’s Terminal 2. Throughout Easter week, travelers can enjoy special holiday offers in many airport shops—just look for the Easter-themed promotions as you browse.
For a chance to win great prizes, make purchases totaling at least 80 EUR in the airport’s stores, then present your receipt at the Easter stand in the SkyCourt area to register for the weekly prize draw. If you spend over 100 EUR, you’ll also be entered into the grand prize drawing.
Stop by the SkyCourt stand to join in fun games and activities, and keep an eye out for extra surprises and giveaways prepared especially for the holiday week. Whether you’re arriving or departing, Budapest Airport adds a little extra excitement to your Easter travels.
Conclusion
Easter in Budapest is truly a magical time, offering a vibrant blend of tradition, culture, and modern fun. Whether you’re wandering through the flower-filled Vörösmarty Square, joining in the family festivities at City Park, dancing the night away at legendary clubs, or exploring Hungary’s folk heritage at the Skanzen, you’ll find something to delight every traveler.
Don’t forget to take advantage of special Easter discounts at Madame Tussauds, enjoy the car-free Danube embankment, and check out the festive surprises at Budapest Airport. With so many unique events and experiences, Budapest is the perfect destination to celebrate Easter and the arrival of spring.
No matter your interests—music, food, history, or nightlife—Budapest’s Easter weekend promises unforgettable memories. So pack your bags, bring your sense of adventure, and get ready to experience the best of Hungarian hospitality this Easter in Budapest!
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