The Budapest Big Sports and Instruments Chooser takes place at the Merkapt Sports Center on May 29–30, 2026 (Friday and Saturday), from 9:00 to 17:00. Located at 1106 Budapest, 10th District (Kőbánya), Maglódi út 12/A, this free event (registration required) lets you dive into over 100 sports and 25 instruments. Kids, families, schools, and anyone curious about getting active or musical will find their perfect match here, with expert coaches and instructors guiding every try-out.
Try Over 100 Sports Hands-On
Forget watching from the sidelines—jump right in at this massive festival. From crowd-pleasers like soccer, swimming, water polo, handball, fencing, kayaking and canoeing, ballet, weightlifting, and breakdancing to wild ones like obstacle course racing (OCR), demos and open training sessions keep the action pumping. Olympic, world, and European champs show up yearly for meet-and-greets, photos, autographs, and chats that spark real inspiration. It’s grown into Hungary’s biggest free sports festival, perfect for kids picking a sport or families seeking weekend fun.
25 Instruments to Jam On
Music lovers get their spotlight at the Big Instruments Chooser. Expert teachers demonstrate and let you play strings like violin, viola, cello, and double bass; woodwinds including flute, recorder, clarinet, and saxophone; brass such as trumpet, horn, and trombone; percussion from drums, hand drums, triangle, and xylophone; plucked guitars and bass guitar; plus piano, keyboard, and cimbalom. Zeneliget adds modern tunes and folk dances. Kids discover their vibe through play, from classical to contemporary sounds.
Kids’ Sports Paradise in Budapest
This ranks as Budapest’s top kids’ sports event, where young ones test over 100 activities with pro coaches. Families facing sport choices love it—no pressure, just pure fun helping pinpoint what clicks. Everyone from toddlers to teens finds something, turning play into passion that might stick for life.
Family Fun Central
Ideal for Budapest families craving active days out, parents and kids explore sports and music side-by-side. Every age group scores, whether trying sports or strumming instruments. It’s not just entertainment; it’s a launchpad for lifelong hobbies.
Why Go?
You’re not a spectator—you’re in the game. Pros coach sports, teachers handle instruments. Tailored for kids hunting for a sport, active families, music newbies, school groups, and solo adventurers. Friday is reserved for pre-registered kindergartens and schools; Saturday opens to all.
Quick Facts
Dates: May 29–30, 2026. Hours: 9:00–17:00. Venue: Merkapt Sports Center, 1106 Budapest, 10th District (Kőbánya), Maglódi út 12/A. Programs: 100+ sports trials, instrument demos, sports shows, music sessions. Free entry, but register ahead. Best for kids, families, sports fans.
FAQs
When? May 29–30, 2026, 9:00–17:00. Where? Merkapt Sports Center, Budapest 10th District (Kőbánya), Maglódi út 12/A. Free? Yes, with registration. Sports? 100+, from soccer and swimming to combat sports and exotics. Music? Yes, 25 instruments with expert trials.
This event aims to hook everyone—kids choosing teams, families as weekend warriors, schools on field trips, adults shaking off rust, music explorers—on joys that last. Budapest’s go-to for sports and sounds in one spot.
