Budapest Congress Center rolls out a packed 2026 with concerts, tributes, symphonic spectacles, and special events from January to March. There’s no on-site ticket office—entry is online only via official ticketing platforms.
New Year Laughs with Péter Aranyosi
Friday, January 2, 7:00 PM. Stand-up star Péter Aranyosi picks apart public life and the everyday chaos of a fifty-something navigating our PIN-coded, feed-scrolling digital world in his solo evening. Wry, topical, and very human.
Vienna–Budapest New Year Concert by Danubia Orchestra
Saturday, January 3, 8:00 PM. Tradition, Strauss, Austro-Hungarian elegance—and something new: a hall bathed in light, with symphonies choreographed to music. Artistic director Máté Hámori guides a bilingual program, and strobe effects will be used. Program: Suppé’s Light Cavalry Overture; Strauss’s Phoenix Wings Waltz, Im Fluge Polka, Pizzicato Polka, Tik-Tak Polka, and Where the Lemons Bloom Waltz; Stravinsky’s The Firebird Suite; Brahms’s Hungarian Dances Nos. 1, 4, 5; Rezső Ott’s A cigányprímás (The Gypsy Primás).
New Year’s Joy Concert: The Original Golden Voices of Gospel
Tuesday, January 6, 7:00 PM. Dwight Robson, Baptist minister, leads powerhouse soloists in a soul-fueling gospel set spanning beloved anthems like “Hallelujah” and “Oh Happy Day,” plus hidden gems reborn with rich harmonies and groove. The Golden Voices of Gospel have worked with stars including Michael Jackson and Mariah Carey. Drawing on spirituals and the pulse of African American worship, the show celebrates a style that shaped pop giants from Tina Turner to Beyoncé. Expect authenticity, uplift, and big sound over roughly two hours.
Adele: The Show from London
Wednesday, January 7, 5:30 PM and 9:00 PM. The globally praised Adele Hometown Glory tribute band brings a meticulous, emotional homage to the 16-time Grammy, Golden Globe, and Oscar winner. A 90-minute live-band production with state-of-the-art sound, lights, and special effects features her biggest hits, including the Bond theme “Skyfall.” A soaring, immersive evening of melody and catharsis.
Bridgerton Symphony
Friday, January 9, 6:30 PM. Bridgerton’s romance, intrigue, and aristocratic gloss arrive in Budapest for the first time, with the Grande Orchestra performing symphonic versions of the modern songs that scored the series’ most memorable scenes. From soft ballads to dramatic surges, the music sweeps you straight into a glittering ballroom worthy of Lady Whistledown’s whispers.
Arcane in Concert
Friday, January 9, 9:00 PM. The Grande Orchestra presents the epic music of Arcane live. Relive iconic moments from Zaun’s shadowy depths to Piltover’s brilliance, as cinematic arrangements rekindle emotion and tension from the hit series’ breathtaking world and story. One night, two worlds, full immersion.
Kata Janza Concert Show (Janza Kata)
Sunday, January 11, 8:00 PM. The queen of musicals takes the spotlight. Jászai Mari Award-winning actress and Budapest Operetta Theatre’s eternal member Kata Janza (Janza Kata) returns after her 2025 Elisabeth (Elisabeth) spectacle, now aiming even higher with a grand, heartfelt production. Expect iconic roles—Sisi, Mrs. Danvers, Lady Capulet, Baroness von Waldstätten, Belle Watling, Lucy Harris—revived in bespoke costumes, striking choreography, live band, a 45-member choir, pro dancers, and surprise guest stars. A festive night for musical lovers to kick off the year together.
The Bootleg Beatles
Monday, February 9, 7:00 PM; Tuesday, February 10, 7:00 PM. From Broadway to London to Budapest, the world’s top Beatles tribute returns after three sold-out shows in January 2025 with a fresh repertoire. As The Daily Telegraph put it, “the Beatles reincarnated.” They even performed for the Queen’s Jubilee birthday, with Paul McCartney in attendance, who said he’d definitely catch a show. Sing along with thousands to the classics and feel the shiver all over again.
Charlie: Mindenen túl…
Sunday, February 15, 7:00 PM. Hungarian legend Charlie takes the stage for a night titled “Beyond Everything,” promising his signature husky voice and timeless rock-soul energy.
Zorán Triple Concert
Saturday, February 21, 8:00 PM; Sunday, February 22, 4:00 PM and 8:00 PM. Zorán invites audiences to three performances with superb bandmates, balancing greatest hits and rare musical treats in an intimate, refined atmosphere.
Teachers’ Expo 2026 (Pedagógus Expo 2026)
Sunday, March 1, doors 8:00 AM, start 9:00 AM. A conference and exhibition offering community-based professional support and human-centered affirmation for everyone shaping children’s education. Four rooms host expert talks, while an expo of education-focused exhibitors fills the foyer and corridors with hands-on insight and networking.
Kátya Tompos Memorial Evening (Tompos Kátya)
Monday, March 2, 7:00 PM. A luminous tribute on her birthday to the singular actress-singer: brilliant without bravado, playful and profound, a guiding light who chased away everyday gloom. The Kátya Tompos Foundation (Tompos Kátya Alapítvány) presents the Kátya Tompos Award for the second time to a young performer whose dedication and cross-disciplinary excellence reflect her spirit. Nominations come from Hungarian theater companies, and the concert’s proceeds support the Foundation’s charitable work, honoring her final wishes.
“Fegya 80” – Ferenc Jávori Jubilee
Saturday, March 7, 7:00 PM. Celebrating composer Ferenc “Fegya” Jávori at 80 with a special concert spotlighting his musical legacy and influence.
Swan Lake
Tuesday, March 10, 8:00 PM. The most famous ballet of all time—Tchaikovsky’s immortal score and a timeless tale of love and enchantment—returns in full, velvety glory.
