Demjén Ferenc storms the Arena with a power team of “legendary friends” on Monday, December 29, 2025, at 20:00. Each guest is big enough to fill the venue alone, so expect top-tier sound, big-stage charisma, and the kind of onstage chemistry only old friends can conjure. It’s a one-night promise of sing-alongs, deep cuts, and that unmistakable Demjén warmth—blended with star wattage that guarantees the roof gets lifted.
Budapest New Year’s Concert: Tradition With a Mission
On Thursday, January 1, 2026, at 19:00, Zoltán Mága’s 18th Budapest New Year’s Concert returns—one of Hungary’s and Europe’s most significant cultural events. Over nearly two decades, it has grown into more than a concert: a national tradition and a moral message. This jubilee motto says it out loud: “You are beautiful, you are glorious, Hungary – 18 years together!” It’s a statement of purpose: preserving peace, togetherness, shared values, and national unity.
Two performances, one message: gratitude, solidarity, peace. The large-scale gala rolls out twice with identical programs and world-class visuals, enlisting hundreds of performers plus a roster of celebrated Hungarian and international stars. The afternoon Thanksgiving Gala honors those who work year-round for the community, safety, and our future: healthcare workers, police, soldiers, firefighters, teachers, social workers, and volunteers—their presence is the heartbeat of this uplifting event. The evening Festive Concert launches the new year with the same program, in the same dignified setting, delivering a soaring musical experience and a unifying national message.
The music is the bridge. In a moment that demands unity more than ever, this concert insists music doesn’t divide—it unites beyond politics, worldview, or origin. The signal is clear: only by listening to one another can we build a home grounded in peace, respect, and human dignity.
All-Star Lineup, World-Class Production
Kossuth Prize-winning opera singers, world-famous soloists, National Actors, and standout young talents share the stage. The Budapest Primarius Symphony Orchestra anchors the night alongside the Budapest Gypsy Virtuosos (Budapest Gipsy Virtuózok), with choirs, children’s choirs, and dancers amplifying the spectacle. Hundreds collaborate to make the evening unforgettable.
Award, Charity, Cultural Mission
The prestigious Budapest New Year’s Concert Award returns, previously bestowed on the likes of David Foster, Mari Törőcsik, Shlomo Mintz, Gyula Bodrogi, and Béla Szakcsi Lakatos. The award takes the form of a custom Hollóháza porcelain violin bearing Zoltán Mága’s name. The concert doubles as a philanthropic engine: in 2026 it again funds significant medical equipment purchases and supports children’s institutions and large-family organizations. Attendees can opt for premium supporter tickets and VIP passes, directly fueling these causes while enjoying the festive experience. The message lands firmly: art, humanity, and solidarity belong together.
Altar Boyz (Oltári srácok) Blow Up the Arena
On Thursday, February 5, 2026, at 19:00, Oltári srácok 2026 – Az Aréna! transforms into a big, blazing concert musical. The Art-Színtér team confirms the early-year reunion tour wasn’t a final farewell after all. Fan demand brings the original cast to the Papp László Budapest Sportaréna (Papp László Sportaréna) in a larger-than-life format: Attila Dolhai (Matthew), Attila Serbán (Mark), Árpád Zsolt Mészáros (Luke), Miklós Máté Kerényi (Juan), and Dávid Szabó (Abraham).
First premiered in March 2007 at the Budapest Operetta Theatre (Budapesti Operettszínház) under Szilárd Somogyi’s direction with choreography by Ákos Tihanyi, Altar Boyz (Oltári srácok) ran for three years to roaring success and drew younger crowds into the theater. This year the boys reunited for a special-ambience tour across major cities including Szeged, Pécs, Zalaegerszeg, Mosonmagyaróvár, Budapest, Székesfehérvár, Nyíregyháza, and Miskolc. The response was thunderous—audience letters and messages kept pouring in—so the creators leveled up with an arena edition. Expect surprises and a refreshed production. No need to wait another twenty years to hear those beloved tracks live.
PlayStation: The Concert Levels Up Budapest
The Budapest date for PlayStation: The Concert has been rescheduled to Tuesday, March 10, 2026, at 20:00, at the Papp László Budapest Sportaréna. Previously purchased tickets, including parking passes, remain valid—no action needed.
This brand-new, tech-forward live show hits Budapest on its first world tour, pairing thunderous game scores with cutting-edge visuals. Live renditions from God of War, The Last of Us, Ghost of Tsushima, Horizon, and more immerse fans in epic worlds. The world tour kicks off in April 2025 in Dublin and spans more than 200 cities through 2025 and 2026.
Sony Interactive Entertainment, RoadCo Entertainment, GEA Live, and Broadway Event Kft. join forces to deliver an event that reimagines the concert experience. Expect breathtaking visuals, pristine sound, and an all-star ensemble blending classical and modern instruments. Scores by Gustavo Santaolalla (The Last of Us), Joris de Man (Horizon), Ilan Eshkeri (Ghost of Tsushima), and Bear McCreary (God of War) soar to new heights in a deeply immersive live setting. PlayStation has defined gaming’s cutting edge for over three decades; these titles are cultural milestones that reshaped entertainment. With game music now firmly in the global spotlight, this show aims to redefine what a concert can be. Don’t miss the chance to hear the biggest video game themes in full glory.
Time and date subject to change.
JODOK CELLO Returns With a Monumental Night
On Wednesday, November 11, 2026, at 20:00, JODOK CELLO is back in Budapest after a breakout premiere. The Swiss crossover cellist blends classical tone with modern pop and film anthems, rolling into the Budapest Arena with a massive audiovisual production. Expect Coldplay, Einaudi, and Bruno Mars—reimagined for cello—with a spectacular show to match.
Swiss-born Jodok Vuille, known as JODOK CELLO, hails from Emmental and is famed for performing barefoot. With more than 16 million fans globally, he returns to an even larger stage after a 2025 Budapest sellout. This stop on his 2026 world tour delivers Bruno Mars, Coldplay, David Guetta, Hans Zimmer, and Ludovico Einaudi in luminous, re-scored form. Director Nejc Levstik and lighting designer Crt Birsa, head of Blackout Lighting Design, craft the glowing, emotion-forward stage language.
