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The Great Hungarian Festival Overview
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Temperatures are rising, flowers are blooming, and it gets ever easier to imagine ourselves lying on the beach, sunbathing or hiking. With summer just around the corner, it is now high time we started planning our holidays. For those opting for a more musical holiday, here is an overview of Hungarian festivals to make the choice easier… or harder, as Hungary offers a stunning variety of music festivals all summer long – everyone can find the perfect location, time and style. Without further ado let us see what we have got:
FESZT! EGER
31 May – 2 June, Eger
The very first festival of the year takes place in the Bolyki Valley. The programme promises a dynamic start to the festival season with Hungarian bands such as Wellhello, Irie Maffia or Blahalousiana; and some really great wines as well. Combine it with some sightseeing in Eger, and the great experience is guaranteed.
HARLEY-DAVIDSON OPEN ROAD FEST
6-10 June, Alsóörs, Lake Balaton
“Ride into the summertime” with Hungary’s largest biker festival, which is loud of both engine sounds and music. Among the performers will be the famous Hungarian rock band Tankcsapda and big international names such as Apocalyptica and Canned Heat.
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FISHING ON ORFŰ
20-23 June, Orfű, Panoráma Camping
A festival made special not only by a wide range of genres but also by its cosy atmosphere and closeness to nature. Enjoy some concerts while bathing in the Lake of Orfű, and do not be surprised if you keep running into the musicians while waiting for your beer. Hungarian bands dominate the programme, so it is a great opportunity to get acquainted with our famous and our up-and-coming favourites as well: 30Y, Ivan and the Parazol, Kiscsillag from the headliners, Middlemist Red or Fran Palermo to name just a few of the young talents.
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VOLT FESTIVAL
26-30 June, Sopron
As one of the largest in Hungary, the ever-growing festival does not need much introduction anymore. VOLT festival offers a lively setting for entertainment and socialising, and the line-up speaks for itself: Depeche Mode, Iron Maiden, Avenged Sevenfold, Limp Bizkit, Hurts… and we are just getting started! Read more news about VOLT FESTIVAL.
BALATON SOUND
4-8 July, Zamárdi, Lake Balaton
The most fabulous beach party in Hungary. For those keen on electronic music, the southern shore of Lake Balaton is the place to be in July. Drink a cocktail or have some fun in the water and enjoy the party provided by David Guetta, Rita Ora, Big Sean or the Chainsmokers, just to name a few. More news about BALATON SOUND.
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ROCKMARATON
9-14 July, Dunaújváros
Fans of punk, rock and metal music can let the steam off together in a six-day-long marathon. The festival righteously calls itself the “Rockparadise in the heart of Hungary”. The list of artists include Cannibal Corpse, Alestorm, Iced Earth, and they offer thematic days such us Folkmetal Friday.
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EFOTT
10-16 July, Velence
Yet another lake festival, EFOTT is an excellent student party next to Lake Velence. Only 45 kilometres away from Budapest, in a friendly environment, with the mixture of Hungarian household names – Punnany Massif, Halott Pénz, Rúzsa Magdi, Brains – and international stars like Jessie J, John Newman and Dub FX, the fun is guaranteed.
VESZPRÉMFEST
11-14 July, Veszprém
A premium music festival celebrating its 15th jubilee awaits lovers of soul, blues and jazz music, with top names and excellent wines. This year prominent opera singers will also perform such as José Cura, Erika Miklósa, Ramón Vargas or Andrea Rost.
VESZPRÉM STREET MUSIC FESTIVAL
18-21 July, Veszprém
Once you are in Veszprém, do not go far, as the Street Music Festival starts just a few days after VeszprémFest.
