The 10th annual Tápió Festival (Tápiófeszt), a vibrant celebration of tradition, food, culture, and music, will light up the town of Nagykáta on September 12th and 13th, 2025. Located at 2 Dózsa György Street, this popular event brings together the Tápió region for two unforgettable days packed with entertainment, flavors, and regional charm.
Where to Stay: From Castles to Country Guesthouses
Festival-goers are spoiled for choice when it comes to accommodations. Just 37 miles from Budapest, the spacious Kincsem Equestrian Park (Kincsem Lovaspark) welcomes visitors year-round. Ideal for both private celebrations and company gatherings, this complex doubles as a meeting, conference, wedding, team-building, birthday, and party venue. Set amidst nearly 2,500 acres, the property features the famous Attila Mound (Attila-domb), long rumored to possess healing energy. Around 100 guests can be accommodated in various rooms—doubles, triples, and quads, all with showers and TVs.
In Tápiószőlős, the Sun Prince Manor (Napkirályfi Udvarház) offers a taste of the past with its 100-year-old mansion embodying classic bourgeois style. Surrounded by unspoiled nature, singing birds, tranquil fields, and the warmth of genuine country hospitality, the manor promises true rural relaxation. For larger groups, cozy independent farmhouse accommodations are available just under 50 miles from Budapest.
The four-star Aquarell Hotel (Aquarell Szálloda) in Cegléd is situated next to the renowned Spa and Aqua Center (Gyógy- és Élményfürdő) with 18 giant slides, featuring an extensive wellness department and 90 rooms. Now operated by Hunguest Hotels, it’s popular among both families and business travelers, especially with its loyalty discounts and gift-card eligibility.
If a fairy-tale setting is more your style, a Loire-style renovated castle (kastély) now houses a luxurious hotel and premier event space, which has become a favorite for weddings and elegant parties.
Nature lovers and school groups may gravitate toward the two-story country guesthouse (vendégház), nestled among forests and gardens—perfect for art, music, sports, language, and team-building camps year-round.
Active Pursuits: From Fishing to Art Retreats
Interested in fishing? Anglers can cast their lines in a pair of 2.5-acre lakes near Jászberény, located in a well-maintained park in Jásztelek, which is also about 50 miles from Budapest. Tápiógyörgye, set within the Great Hungarian Plain (Alföld) and the Middle Tisza (Közép-Tisza) region, boasts a youth camp focused on forest schools, only 12 miles from Abony.
Art enthusiasts won’t want to miss the Jászság Art Colony (Jászsági Művésztelep), sprawled over 170 acres of woodland by Jászberény. The retreat specializes in enamel and goldsmithing techniques while nurturing the area’s creative traditions.
Flavors of the Region: Dining Experiences and Local Delicacies
The area boasts a wide array of eateries, from rustic countryside kitchens to modern steakhouses. Aranyhegy Restaurant (Aranyhegy Étterem) is known for transforming fresh local meats, vegetables, fruits, and aromatic herbs into visually stunning dishes. The ever-changing menu blends regional classics with international gourmet cuisine, complemented by health-conscious options.
For those craving authentic Hungarian dishes in a peaceful, wooded setting, Golden Eagle Restaurant (Aranysas Étterem) in downtown Jászberény beckons. This two-level, air-conditioned venue seats 140 guests—perfect for family and corporate events—with an upstairs area for 100 people, a cozy ground floor for 40, and a sunlit terrace for 30.
At the Arizona Steak House, up to 40 guests can enjoy a wide selection of steaks, 18 varieties of whiskey, a range of cocktails and specialty coffees, plus the notable Izabella Zwack wine collection, with free Wi-Fi included.
Looking for dinner with a show? Some local restaurants offer a multi-sensory experience reminiscent of the theater, blending enticing aromas, live music, beautifully presented plates, and expertly paired wines.
Dány’s longstanding eatery is renowned as a gathering spot for parties, dances, and family events, consistently serving home-style Hungarian fare alongside attentive service. At the newly revamped The Duck Bites (Harap a Kacsa), classic flavors are reimagined with inventive international flair, turning every dish into a culinary masterpiece.
Sweet Treats and More
Dessert options abound, from classic and modern cakes, pastries for all occasions (including diabetic-friendly!), to ice cream in 32 flavors, sundaes, and specialty coffees. For lovers of chimney cake (kürtőskalács), delicious varieties await daily between 10 a.m. and 7 p.m.
Note from Organizers
Event dates and programs are subject to change at the organizers’ discretion, so be sure to stay updated as the big weekend approaches. With so much tradition, music, food, and festivity packed into two days, the Tápió Festival (Tápiófeszt) 2025 is shaping up to be a celebration no one in the region will want to miss.
