The Budapest Big Sport and Instrument Try-Out hits the Merkapt Sports Center on May 29-30, 2026, Friday and Saturday from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. At 1106 Budapest, 10th District (Kőbánya), Maglódi út 12/A, you’ll dive into over 100 sports and 25 instruments all in one spot. Perfect for discovering your ideal sport or getting hooked on music, this free event (registration required) turns you from spectator to player with pro coaches and instructors guiding the fun. Families, kids, schools, and solo adventurers flock here to test everything from soccer to saxophones.
Over 100 Sports and 25 Instruments Await
This bash has grown into Hungary’s top free sports fest, spotlighting sports and music. Try popular picks like soccer, swimming, water polo, handball, fencing, kayak and canoe, ballet, weightlifting, breaking, and OCR obstacle runs, plus rarer ones. Demos and open training sessions keep the energy high. Music lovers get hands-on with 25 instruments across categories—from classics to modern vibes. In the Zeneliget area, modern tunes mix with folk dances. Olympic, world, and European champs drop by yearly for chats, photos, autographs, and inspiration.
Kids’ Sports Paradise in Budapest
Kids rule at this kid-favorite event, playfully sampling over 100 sports to find their match. Parents love it for sport selection season, as trained coaches lead trials. It’s not just thrills—it’s smart scouting for lifelong passions. Every age group scores something fun, making it a no-brainer for active families seeking weekend vibes.
Why Hit Up This Try-Out?
You’re not watching; you’re doing. Pros coach sports trials, instructors demo instruments. Ideal for kids picking a sport, families, sports buffs, and music newbies. One-stop shop in Budapest for epic discoveries.
Champions Up Close
Rub shoulders with Olympic gold medalists, world champs, and European winners. Kids score selfies, signatures, and real talks that spark dreams. Pure magic for young fans.
Family Sports Blast
Prime family outing where parents and kids explore sports together. Over 100 options ensure everyone’s buzzing—active fun over screen time.
Instruments for Young Musicians
The Big Instrument Try-Out wows kids with 25+ instruments, from classical to cool. Pros introduce strings like violin, viola, cello, and double bass; woodwinds such as flute, recorder, clarinet, and saxophone; brass including trumpet, French horn, and trombone; percussion like drums, hand drums, triangle, and xylophone; plucked guitars and bass guitar; keyboards like piano and cimbalom. Guides help you vibe with your instrument soulmate.
Family Music Jam
Music magic for all ages—parents and kids jam on dozens of instruments. Broad range keeps every generation hooked.
Free Entry, Register Now
Totally free, but snag a spot via registration. Friday prioritizes pre-registered kindergarten and school groups; Saturday opens wide to everyone—families, solos, groups. Kindergarten (óvodás) and school (iskolás) groups get first dibs.
FAQ: All You Need
When? May 29-30, 2026, 9 a.m.-5 p.m.
Where? Merkapt Sports Center, Maglódi út 12/A, Budapest 10th District.
Free? Yes, registration needed.
Sports? 100+, from soccer and swimming to combat sports and exotics.
Music? 25 instruments with pro trials.
Quick Hits
Dates: May 29-30, 2026.
Hours: 9-5.
Venue: Merkapt Sports Center, 1106 Budapest, Maglódi út 12/A.
What’s On: 100+ sports trials, instrument demos, sports shows, music jams.
Best For: Kids, families, sports fans.
Entry: Free, register.
Perfect For Everyone
Tailored thrills for all: youth hunting for sports, weekend-seeking families, school groups gamifying PE, newbies testing moves, music explorers. Helps kids and adults lock in joyful sports or instruments for the long haul. Budapest’s ultimate kid-and-family sports-music fest!
