Budapest Hungarian Folk Shows at Christmas

Enjoy a festive traditional Hungarian Folk Show during your Christmas stay at Budapest. This holiday season offers various folklore themed programs in the Hungarian capital.

Book your tickets in advance to secure your places in one of the Folk Shows in December.

Hungarian Folk Show Programs during Christmas & New Year in Budapest 2023/2024

Dec 20, 2023: Folk Cruises
Dec 21, 2023: Folk Cruises
Dec 22, 2023: Folk Cruises
Dec 23, 2023: Folk Cruises
Dec 24, 2023: no Folk Shows on this date. Check Christmas Eve Cruises
Dec 25, 2023: no Folk Shows on this date. Check Christmas Day Cruises
Dec 26, 2023: Folk Cruises
Dec 27, 2023: Folk Cruises
Dec 28, 2023: Folk Cruises
Dec 29, 2023: Folk Cruises
Dec 30, 2023: Folk Cruises
Dec 31, 2023: NYE Folk Dinner Cruise
Dec 31, 2023: NYE Cruises
Jan 1, 2024: NYD Folk Cruises

Folk Christmas in Budapest

Gingerbread Christmas Tree Decoration from Hungary

Gingerbread Christmas Tree Decoration from Hungary

Christmas time in Hungary is greatly influenced by the Hungarian folklore (such as in Christmas songs and dances, Christmas stories, Christmas decorations etc.).

Budapest Christmas Markets

The Christmas Markets in Budapest (usually open from mid-November) offer a wide range of Folk Crafts at their stalls – all handmade products carefully selected by a Professional Panel to represent some of the best contemporary handcrafts with folk motifs, among others. The Christmas Market at St Stephen’s Basilica often holds free folk concerts (programme available in November).

Budapest Christmas Market

Budapest Christmas Market Tour

Should you be interested in Hungarian Christmas Traditions, we recommend you to book a guided Christmas Market Tour, where you can learn more about traditions and Hungarian Folk Culture, while enjoying a 3-tier wine tasting, a chimney cake and a mug of mulled wine.

Related:

Free Folk Concerts at Budapest Christmas Market
Hungarian Folk Motifs on Christmas Decorations
Folk Shows at New Year

Christmas Concerts in Budapest

Christmas Programs in Budapest

Hungarian Folk Show in Budapest

Hungarian Folk Show in Budapest

Celebrate the end of the year with a unique Budapest program, and book your seats on a Folklore Show in the festive season.

Tickets are already on sale for the special New Year’s Eve Folk programs in Budapest. Say good-bye to the old year with traditional Hungarian folk music shows.

Hungarian Folk Show Programs during Christmas & New Year in Budapest 2023/2024

Dec 20, 2023: Folk Cruises
Dec 21, 2023: Folk Cruises
Dec 22, 2023: Folk Cruises
Dec 23, 2023: Folk Cruises
Dec 24, 2023: no Folk Shows on this date. Check Christmas Eve Cruises
Dec 25, 2023: no Folk Shows on this date. Check Christmas Day Cruises
Dec 26, 2023: Folk Cruises
Dec 27, 2023: Folk Cruises
Dec 28, 2023: Folk Cruises
Dec 29, 2023: Folk Cruises
Dec 30, 2023: Folk Cruises
Dec 31, 2023: NYE Folk Dinner Cruise
Dec 31, 2023: NYE Cruises
Jan 1, 2024: NYD Folk Cruises

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Last updated Dec 4, 2023

Budapest Folk Dance Corporate Events

Entertain your special guests in Budapest with your own private Hungarian folk show event: book some of the best Hungarian folk dancers  accompanied by live Gypsy music of an award winning trio. The team of musicians and folk dancers have several yers of experience at entertaining thousands of individuals, corporate and incentive guests, from theatres through business evenings to concert halls or event halls in hotels. Please contact us for a quote as seen below.

Budapest Folk Show Event Agency

Budapest Folk Show Events

Programme for Private Events

Private Folk Dance & Music Show in Budapest

Musicians: Gypsy Trio

Instruments: Traditional Hungarian Folk Instruments (Violin, Hammered Dulcimer, etc.)

Duration:

  • Medium Show: 30-45 min
  • Full Length Show: 90 min with a 15 min break

Dancers:

  • Medium events: 2 couples (2 male and 2 female dancers)
  • Full Length Shows: 2 – 10 couples

Costumes:

  • Dancers feature traditional Hungarian folk costumes

Sound system: not provided, you may arrange your own amplification if the private event.

Quote: contact info [at] hungarianfolk.com

Specifications required: date, hour, location, group size

Note: every quote is communicated in emails / written format. Private folk event hires are to be fully paid in advance (as in a theatre). Our offers expire in a week and we reserve the right to provide an updated quote.

Please ask for our customised offers to make your Budapest event unforgettable, entertaining and unique with its cultural richness and depth. Hungary is proud of its folk heritage through music, dancing, beautifully embroidered costumes and other folk traditions related to major events in a community’s life (weddings, Easter, Christmas and more)

For a personalised offer please contact us via our email address: in 24-48 hours we will send you a detailed quote to facilitate the organisation of your private corporate / family / incentive event.

Enjoy a spectacular Hungarian Folklore Show in the Danube Palace, after discovering one of the most beautiful buildings on a guided tour – the Hungarian Parliament.

Inclusions of Folk Show & Parliament Tour Package

Budapest Folk Show

Budapest Folk Show

  • 1.5h Hungarian Folk Show (8 pm – 9.30 pm)
  • 1st Category Seating (Seating Map)
  • 1h Guided Parliament Tour (incl. 10min security check-in) from approx. 11 am (guide in English only) – Passport needed for entry

Prices of Folk Show & Parliament Tour

€39 for EU-citizen Adults (€52 for non-EU citizens)
€37 for EU-citizen Students (€40 for non-EU citizens)

Schedule

The Old Upper House Hall

The Old Upper House Hall

The Parliament Tour starts either at 10.45am or 11am, depending on the date. Please check the booking form to see the exact starting hour on your preferred date of visit.

Schedule of 10.45am – 12pm Parliament Tour & 8pm Folk Show package:

10.30-11am: Registration at Parliament Visitor Center (please look for the hostess with a sign) at the Northern side of Kossuth Lajos Square
Address: 1-3 Kossuth Lajos Sq. Budapest H-1055
11am-12pm: Parliament Tour (approx. 50 min guided tour + 10 min security check-in and out)
12pm: Parliament Tour ends
7.40pm: Meeting at Folk Show Venue (Danube Palace)
8-9.45pm: Hungarian Folk Show

Schedule of 11am – 12.15pm Parliament Tour & 8pm Folk Show package:

10.45-11.15am: Registration at Parliament Visitor Center (please look for the hostess with a sign) at the Northern side of Kossuth Lajos Square
Address: 1-3 Kossuth Lajos Sq. Budapest H-1055
11.15am-12.15pm: Parliament Tour (approx. 50 min guided tour + 10 min security check-in and out)
12.15pm: Parliament Tour ends
7.40pm: Meeting at Folk Show Venue (Danube Palace)
8-9.45pm: Hungarian Folk Show

Terms & Conditions

Visitor Center of Budapest Parliament

Visitor Center of Budapest Parliament

To be able to participate in the tour, you will need to bring:

  • Adults: valid passport or photo ID card
  • Students: valid passport or photo ID card + valid Student ID (Students must be under 24 years of age)
  • Folk Show & Parliament Tour package confirmation email (in printed or digital format)

Security Check
A security check is required before entering the Parliament. Forbidden items: large bags, packages or objects capable of causing personal injury, such as pocket knives, knives, gas spray, weapons, firearms, ammunition, explosives, blasting agents or related devices, or any pyrotechnic devices.

Photos/ Videos
Taking photos /videos is permitted, except in the great Dome Hall (for the protection of the Holy Crown).

Pets
Pets are not allowed in the building, except guide dogs.

Cancellation Policy
Late arrival or no-show means no refund. The tour cannot be re-scheduled.
Please note that the building of the Parliament is a functioning state institution. Due to parliamentary or state events, visits may be cancelled for certain dates. In such case, you will be informed about options of re-scheduling your tour or offering a refund.
The maximum number of guests on each tour is 20 people. In case of overbooking, you will be offered the closest available date. If we do not receive a reply from you min. 24 hours before the tour, your booking will be cancelled without the option of any refund.

Dress Code
Appropriate clothing is required for each visitor.

Pickup & Drop Off
The price of the package does not include any hotel pickup or drop off, but the cruise hostesses can order you a reliable taxi after the program, if you wish.

Code of Conduct

As per the Code of Conduct of the House of Parliament, the following actions are forbidden:

  • Wearing or displaying symbols of dictatorship or conducting oneself in a manner deleterious to the National Assembly, to the national treasure of the Holy Crown and the Coronation Insignia, or to human dignity,
  • Bringing flags, noise-making devices or other instruments of protest into the building,
  • Raising one’s voice, sing or demonstrate in the building,
  • Eating, drinking or smoking in the building,
  • Sitting, kneeling or lying on the stairs, ground or furnishings in the building,
  • Causing damage to the building or to the furnishings,
  • Disturbing or in any way hindering organisations and staff in the building in their work.

Guests who fail to act in accordance with the Code of Conduct will be escorted out of the building by guards. No financial compensation will be issued for unfinished programs.

Would you like to learn traditional Hungarian folk dances during your Budapest stay in a unique and casual setting? Have you ever heard about the Hungarian folk dance houses which are listed by UNESCO as an Intangible Heritage of Humanity? Experience a hands-on fully interactive, fun workshop while discovering Hungarian folk traditions. Dive into the unique world of Hungarian folk culture in the heart of Budapest.

Budapest Hungarian Folk Dance Lesson in Fono Musical Hall

Budapest Folk Dance Lesson in Fono

Currently not available

Inclusion in Folk Dance Experience

    • 4-hour Folk Program
    • Welcome Drink
    • Introduction to Hungarian Folk Traditions
    • Professional Folk Dance Tutor
    • Live Folk Music and Songs
    • Basic Folk Dance Learning
    • Pick-up at your Hotel (optional upgrade)
    • Small Group Activity (max. 5 people per group)
    • Group Discount available
    • Child / Student Discount available
    • Beginners welcome
Budapest Hungarian Folk Dance Learning & Dinner in Fono House

Budapest Folk Dance Learning

Reserve your Hungarian Folk Experience in advance

Check availability RESERVATION with e-Ticket

Prices of Hungarian Folk Experience

EUR 30 for Adults
EUR 15 for Children (under 18 years of age)
Free for Children under 7 years of age

The prices reflect a guaranteed small group folk experience (you will have a private tutor for your small group, but the event is bigger, attracting approx 80-100 guests within this large company you will be a small group.  The maximum group size is 6.  If you have a larger group interested in learning Hungarian dances, please send us an email inquiry to info [at ] hungarianfolk (dot) com.

Dates of  Hungarian Folk Experience

Budapest Hungarian Folk Dance Workshop in Fono House

Folk Dance Workshop in Fono House

Mondays 6:30 pm
Tuesdays 6:30 pm
Wednesdays 7:30 pm
Fridays 7:30 pm

The Budapest Folk Dance Learning Experience welcomes any ages and any nationalities, you can be a beginner or you can be an advanced learner there will be great dance moves to learn at a fun and supportive community event.  The Hungarian folk dance moves are authentic and have been part of the Hungarian heritage for centuries.

Testimonials about Fono Folk Dance House in Budapest

Budapest Hungarian Folk Dance Lesson and Dinner in Fono House

Hungarian Dance Lesson in Fono House

Some of the reviews quoted from Fono’s Facebook page:

“A beautiful place next to the river with a grand stage for dance performance. It’s really fantastic!”

“Very good mood, nice environment, good music, friendly people. Those who want to dance and learn to dance should come here.”

“Cozy place, sophisticated programs – one of your big favorites!”

“Folk and world music, the central venue for living traditions in Budapest.”

Photos from Budapest Fono official website: fono.hu

Book your tickets for the Wine Tasting Dinner Cruise with live music and Folk Dancers