The Budapest Big Sports Selection and Big Instruments Selection takes place at the Merkapt Sports Center on May 29-30, 2026, Friday and Saturday. Head to 1106 Budapest, District 10 – Kőbánya, Maglódi út 12/A, for a massive chance to dive into over 100 sports and 25 instruments. Whether you’re hunting for your perfect sport or want to get closer to music, this is the spot to discover what clicks for you. Doors open from 9:00 to 17:00 both days, and it’s free but you have to register in advance – Friday is mainly for pre-booked kindergarten and school groups, Saturday is wide open for everyone.
Try Over 100 Sports Hands-On
This event lets you jump right in, not just watch. Trained coaches guide you through popular options like soccer, swimming, water polo, handball, fencing, canoe-kayak, ballet, weightlifting, breaking, and OCR obstacle racing, plus tons more rare ones. Demos and open training sessions happen at each spot, turning you from spectator to player. Kids especially love it as a fun way to test what sport fits them best, helping families nail down choices before committing.
Meet Olympic and World Champs
Big thrill: chat with Olympic, world, and European champion athletes who show up every year. Snap photos, grab autographs, or just talk shop – pure inspiration for picking your sport. These stars make the event buzz with real pro energy.
Family Fun in Budapest
Perfect family outing where kids and parents explore sports together. Every age finds something – over 100 options mean endless action for active weekends. It’s one of Budapest’s top kid and family sports programs, packing sports discovery into one spot.
Jam on 25 Instruments
The Big Instruments Selection brings music magic, especially for kids. Trained teachers demo over 25 instruments from classics to modern vibes, letting you try them out. Strings like violin, viola, cello, double bass; woodwinds including flute, recorder, clarinet, saxophone; brass such as trumpet, French horn, trombone; percussion with drums, hand percussion, triangle, xylophone; plucked strings like guitar and bass guitar; keyboards featuring piano and cimbalom. The ZeneLiget area mixes in modern and folk dance tunes. Families uncover which instrument sparks joy, making it a top Budapest music program for young ones and all ages.
Why Go?
You’re not just watching – you’re doing it all with expert help. Ideal for kids picking sports, families seeking fun, sports fans trying new moves, and music lovers getting hands-on. Helps everyone find lifelong passions, from sports to tunes. It’s Hungary’s biggest free sports fest, zeroing in on action and sound.
Quick Facts
Dates: May 29-30, 2026. Hours: 9:00-17:00. Spot: Merkapt Sports Center, 1106 Budapest, Maglódi út 12/A. Programs: 100+ sports trials, instrument demos, sports shows, music sessions. Best for: kids, families, sports buffs. Entry: free, registration required. Open to kindergartens, schools, families, individuals.
FAQ Hits
When? May 29-30, 2026, 9:00-17:00. Where? Merkapt Sports Center, Budapest 10th district, Maglódi út 12/A. Free? Yes, but register. Sports? 100+ from soccer and swimming to martial arts and exotic forms. Music? 25 instruments with teacher-guided tryouts. It’s all about playful discovery for sports or sounds that stick.
