Celebrate New Year’s Eve 2026 on a docked Danube ship in Budapest with all-night DJ, light show, welcome champagne, and snacks. Early bird tickets available now—no cruising, pure party.
when: 2025.12.31., Wednesday
where: 1011 Budapest, Batthyány tér 1.
Ring in 2026 on a docked Mahart ship opposite the Parliament with an all-night DJ and full light show. The boat stays put all evening, so it’s pure party, no cruising. Early bird tickets are on sale—don’t miss out.
When and Where
Dec 31, 2025 (Wednesday), 1011 Budapest, Batthyány Square (Batthyány tér) 1. Doors open at 20:00, party until 05:00.
What Your Ticket Includes
Welcome champagne on arrival, a midnight toast, and unlimited lemonade. Alcoholic drinks are sold separately, with a wide selection at the bar.
Food and Drinks
The buffet sells pre-packed sandwiches, plus salty and sweet snacks. Snacks are available all night.
Tickets
– Early bird: $112.90
– Standard: $127.10
– Last minute: $141.20
Early bird tickets available now.
Good to Know
A professional DJ spinning all evening, lights cranked until dawn. Organizers reserve the right to change the time and program.
Key Details
Date: 2025.12.31.
City: Budapest
2025, adrienne
Pros
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Family-friendliness: Teens and older kids who like music and lights will have a blast, and the ship stays docked so it feels safer than a moving cruise
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International recognition of the theme: New Year’s Eve DJ party with light show is a globally familiar vibe, easy for U.S. travelers to understand
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Location fame: Right across from Hungary’s Parliament—an iconic, postcard-famous landmark most foreign visitors recognize
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Language needs: You can get by with English for tickets, entry, bar orders, and basic questions—Hungarian isn’t required
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Transport access: Batthyány tér is on the M2 metro and multiple trams/buses; taxis and rideshares work well, and parking is possible but limited
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Value vs. similar events: Pricey but still often cheaper than NYC/London NYE parties with comparable production and views
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Convenience: Docked boat means no seasickness worries and you can come and go more easily than on a cruise-style event
- Family-friendliness: It’s a late-night, loud DJ party till 5 a.m., so not ideal for younger kids or noise-sensitive guests
Cons
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International fame: The specific event/organizer isn’t world-famous, so it won’t carry the name recognition of, say, Times Square
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Food/drink setup: Snacky buffet and pre-packed sandwiches only; alcohol not included, so bar tab can add up
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Driving: Street closures and NYE traffic can make arriving/leaving by car slow and parking stressful
