FOLKLORE FESTIVAL IN BUDAPEST
07-09 November 2026
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Overview
Discover Budapest – The Pearl of the Danube!
Known as the “Pearl of the Danube,” Budapest is a city that seamlessly blends history, culture, and breathtaking architecture. Spanning the majestic Danube River, the city is divided into two sides: Buda, with its historic castle, cobblestone streets, and stunning views, and Pest, the vibrant hub of art, entertainment, and modern life.
Budapest enchants with its historic Buda Castle, stunning Parliament, iconic Chain Bridge, and vibrant city life. Explore thermal baths, savor Hungarian cuisine, and soak in breathtaking views along the Danube.
Join us in the heart of Hungary for the International Festival “Autumn Budafest” a non-competitive celebration of traditional and modern art forms. Open to folklore dancers, modern troupes, instrumentalists, choirs, and performers of all ages, this festival offers the perfect platform to showcase your talent.
Set in the stunning city of Budapest, known for its historic charm and vibrant culture, the festival promises an unforgettable experience of art, music, and unity. Perform on a professional stage and create lasting memories in one of Europe’s most enchanting cities.
Accommodation Details
Participating groups will stay in hostels (rooms have their own bathroom) or hotels on a Bed & Breakfast basis.
- Rooms: Groups will be accommodated in rooms with 3 beds, 4 beds or multiple beds according to hotel structure with their own bathroom.
- The organizer will provide two double rooms per group at no additional charge above the participation fee (leaders and drivers). Any additional double rooms (three or more) will incur fees as written in the festival conditions.
- Check-in: 15:00 | Check-out: 10:00
Costs and Extras:
- Double Room: +10€ /person/day
- Single Room: +35€ /person/day
- Extra night: Hostel: 42 € per person / per day | Hotel: 48 € per person / per day
- On every 25 participants, the 26th person stays free of charge!
Participation fee:
Hostels:
2 nights 99€ per person (4 bed and 6 bed rooms) or 3 nights 135€ per person (4 bed and 6 bed rooms)
Hotels:
2 nights 108€ per person or 3 nights 144€ per person
It includes:
- Accommodation in Hostles or Hotels
- Bed & Breakfast Basis
- Participation at 1 Concert and a Defile
- Invitation Letter
- Grattiduted Certificate
- City Tax
- All expenses of the festival organization
Does NOT include:
- Travel Insurance (ask us for special promotion)
- Transfers
- Parking for the bus
- Excursions (See the excursion list in the section “Excursions”)
Additional Festival Information
Transfers:
Can transportation be arranged? Yes! For groups arriving by plane, festival organizers can arrange transportation to and from the airport, as well as during the festival days. The cost of transport will be calculated based on the group size and must be covered by the group.
Parking for Buses:
For groups traveling by bus, parking will be available at local rates set by the parking facility. Your bus can be used for transport throughout the festival.
Payment Terms:
The participation fee can be paid via bank transfer or in cash upon arrival. Payment schedule:
- 30% upon application to confirm participation.
- 40% no later than 60 days before the festival.
- 30% must be paid 10 days prior to the festival start.
Final participant lists must be submitted 30 days before the festival, after which advance payments are non-refundable.
Festival Date:
07.11. – 09.11.2026
Concerts:
1 Concert in Closed Hall with Professional Stage & Sound System
Accomodation:
Hostels or Hotels – Bed & Breakfast Basis
Price:
Hostels: 2 nights 99€ per person (4 bed and 6 bed rooms) & 3 nights 135€ per person (4 bed and 6 bed rooms)
Hotels: 2 nights 108€ per person & 3 nights 144€ per person
Free Members:
On 25 participants, every 26th is free of charge
City Tax:
Included in the festival fee
Included/Exclude
- Diploma
- Gift From Organization
- Festival Organization
- Hotel Reservation
- Trip expenses, airport transfers, and parking
- Tourist guide, sightseeing, excursions
- Tourist city tax
- Health insurance
Festival Program
15:00-Arrival and Accommodation of the groups at the hotel
20:00-Meeting with FFA representative and short description of the festival program
10:00-Free time - Excursion Day (You can find more information in the “Excursions” section.)
16:00-Visit of St. Andrea and Famous Marzipan Shop
18:00-Concert and Diploma Rewarding in St. Andrea (Depending of the number of the groups we will let you know about the minutes of your performance.
10:30 departure
Refund Policy
As confirmation of its participation in this folklore festival, a group pays a deposit as a guarantee.
This deposit is non-reimbursable if you later decide not to come, for any reason. In case of unexpected circumstances or Force Majeure, the organizer reserves the right to change the event date or postpone it for the next year.
When paying by bank transfer, some tax fees may occur and we are not covering those expenses, they are paid by the group.
