The Embassy of Switzerland, in cooperation with the City of Budapest, Swisscham Hungary, and other partners, invites you to explore Switzerland’s presence and its historical heritage in Budapest.
Discover Swiss Traces in the Hungarian Capital
Saturday, 01.03.2025 – Monday, 30.06.2025
Discover Swiss culture in Budapest!
A rich array of activities spanning the fields of cinema, literature, art, and music take place from March to September, allowing the citizens of Budapest to discover the richness and diversity of Swiss culture. Follow us on social media (Facebook, Instagram) and win tickets to our cultural events!
Date |
Event |
Description |
Venue |
|---|---|---|---|
06.03.25 |
Movie: Bonjour Switzerland |
A movie which humorously explores Swiss cultural differences and the challenges of multilingualism. Learn more here! |
Urania Cinema |
08.03.25 |
Exhibition: Zoltán Kemény & Madeleine Kemény-Szemere |
The Swiss-Hungarian sculptor Zoltán Kemény is known for his intricate metal reliefs, while his wife Madeleine Kemény-Szemere explored painting and design. Lear more here! |
Hungarian National Gallery |
09.03.25 |
Concert: Tetrao Tetrix |
The Tetrao Trix Trio presents music from their new album ‘Nyctalopia’. Learn more here! |
JazzaJ |
17.03.25 |
Concert: Okvsho +experience |
Jazz Duo Okvsho brings their live band project Okvsho +experience to Budapest. Learn more here! |
Turbina |
23.03.25 |
Concert: Helix Trio |
The Helix Trio from Basel will perform as part of the ECMA-concerts series (European Chamber Music Academy). Learn more here! |
Academy of Music |
26.03.25 |
Reading: Christian Campiche |
Christian Campiche is a Swiss-Hungarian journalist, essayist, novelist and musician. He reads from his novel, that has been translated to Hungarian. Learn more here! |
French Institute |
02.04.25 |
Concert: E-L-R |
E-L-R play hypnotic post-metal with doom elements. Their music invites you to fall into a trance. Learn more here! |
Barba Negra |
10.04.25 |
Concert: Chamber Orchestra Basel |
The Basel Chamber Orchestra’s programmes range from Viennese classical music with works by Mozart and Beethoven to contemporary music. Learn more here! |
Liszt Ferenc Academy of Music |
22.04.25 |
Concert: Andreas Schaerer |
Andreas Schaerer, accompanied by a drummer, an accordionist and a guitarist, presents his new album ‘A novel of Anomaly’. Learn more here! |
Opus Jazz Club |
02.05.25 |
Concert: Jojo Mayer |
Jojo Mayer is a living drummer legend. His music brings together jazz, drum and bass, jungle, and other influences. Learn more here! |
JazzFest Budapest |
07.06.25 11:00 |
Concert: Adrienne Soós and Ivo Haag |
Artistic curiosity and high musical standards are the hallmarks of the Hungarian-Swiss piano duo Adrienne Soós and Ivo Haag. Visit our Facebook/Instagram to win tickets! Learn more here! |
Liszt Ferenc Memorial Museum |
09.08.25 |
Concert: Adriatique |
Adriatique is a Swiss electronic music producer and DJ duo mainly known for house and techno music. Learn more here! |
Sziget Fesztival |
09.08.25 |
Concert: Hermanos Gutiérrez |
Hermanos Gutiérrez is a Latin instrumental band fantastically mixing Latin and Western music. Learn more here! |
Sziget Fesztival |
09.10.25 |
Concert: Andreas Vollenweider & Friends |
Swiss Grammy-winner Andreas Vollenweider, known for his uniquely crafted electroacoustic harp and genre-blending instrumental music, will perform a concert spanning over four decades. Learn more here! |
MÜPA |
Discover Swiss historical footprints in Budapest!
Join us in discovering Switzerland’s historical footprints in Budapest on one of the tours organised, or discover on your own using our interactive map – with the chance to win a trip to Switzerland for two persons! Additionally, «Switzerland in your School»-Events will take place in various schools in the city, informing Hungarian students on Switzerland and its political system.
Date |
Event |
Description |
Venue |
|---|---|---|---|
March, April, May |
Switzerland in Your School |
The Ambassador of Switzerland will hold lectures in schools on the relations between the two countries and the EU, as well as the role of Swiss persons during the Holocaust in Budapest. |
Schools in Budapest |
Saturday, 24.05.25 10:00 |
“Carl Lutz Walk” with Hosszúlépés |
Register for a walk through the city focusing on the deeds of Swiss Vice Consul Carl Lutz, who saved tens of thousands of people in the second world war. Please register by sending an email to budapest.rsvp@eda.admin.ch by 21st May. The free spots will be provided on a first-come first serve basis. The guided walk will be in Hungarian language only, and last approximately 1,5 hours. |
Meeting point will be sent after registration. |
Monday, 26.05.25 17:00 |
“Carl Lutz Walk” with Hosszúlépés |
Register for a walk through the city focusing on the deeds of Swiss Vice Consul Carl Lutz, who saved tens of thousands of people in the second world war. Please register by sending an email to budapest.rsvp@eda.admin.ch by 23st May. The free spots will be provided on a first-come first serve basis. The guided walk will be in Hungarian language only, and last approximately 1,5 hours. |
Meeting point will be sent after registration. |
Discover Swiss economic presence in Budapest!
This year, Swisscham Hungary, the Swiss-Hungarian Chamber of Commerce, is celebrating its 30th anniversary. However, Swiss companies and businesspeople have been active in the Hungarian capital for much longer. Discover the economic aspects of the relations between the two countries!
Date |
Event |
Description |
Venue |
|---|---|---|---|
March -July |
Swisscham events |
Various thematic events will be organised. |
various |
15.05.25 |
Swisscham Gala Event |
A Gala event is organised by Swisscham on the occasion of their 30th anniversary. |
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September |
Swiss Hungarian Business Talks |
Swiss-Hungarian Business Talks fosters relations between Swiss and Hungarian Business. |
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Discover Swiss cuisine in Budapest!
As a highlight of the «Switzerland in Budapest» programme, the Embassy will open its garden for a «Swiss Picnic» in mid-June. The event will showcase Swiss cuisine and culinary specialties, thereby bringing the taste of Switzerland to the people of Budapest (open for the public upon registration).
Date |
Event |
Description |
Venue |
|---|---|---|---|
12.06.25 16:00-19:00 |
Swiss Picnic |
The Embassy of Switzerland hosts a Swiss Picnic in its garden, offering guests a relaxed atmosphere to enjoy Swiss cuisine and culture. Participation is bound to registration. Please fill out the registration form for every participant separately. The number of places are limited. |
Stefánia út 107 |
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We reserve the right to adjust the programme.
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