Budapest’s Red Neon (Vörös Neon) is back in 2026 with a wild, full-throttle lineup that blends sharp comedy, bold cabaret, live music, top-tier drag, and after-hours parties in the heart of downtown. Located at 1072 Budapest, 7th District – Erzsébetváros, Dob Street (Dob utca) 1, the venue promises a year where laughter, music, and dance go hand in hand—no need to choose between thought-provoking shows and dancing till dawn. Just show up, dive into the program, and let the night do the rest.
Where and When
Address: 1072 Budapest, Dob Street (Dob utca) 1. The calendar kicks off strong on April 23 at 20:00 with Budapest Blablabla Dumakabaré, a stand-up night spotlighting rising Hungarian comedians, followed by Karaoke at 22:00 and the Drag Queen Hungary Show: Thursday Night Party at 22:30 with Slutina, Sorien, and Wentrix Wielle.
Opening Week Highlights
April 24 brings a Vintage Dolls album-release concert at 20:00, then Karaoke at 22:30. On April 25, Egri Péter és a Mystery Gang play live at 20:30 under the Red Neon Live Music banner; Karaoke returns at 22:30, and at 23:00 the Drag Queen Hungary All Stars Show lights up the stage with Daniella, Mia Szösz, Slutina, and Venus La Perla. On April 26 at 17:00, How to Be a NER Wife tackles politics and partnership with a sharp comedic edge.
Comedy, Open Mics, and Culture
Meltdown Monday (April 27, 17:00) spins a live DJ set with the MeantToBe crew, followed by StandOut’s Comedy Open Mic at 20:00. April 28, 19:00: a current-affairs quiz night hosted by Bori Széplábi. April 29, 20:00: Esthee Acoustic. April 30, 19:00: Red Zone (Vörös Zóna) – An Evening About Decisions with Judit Hernádi, followed by Karaoke at 22:00 and a Thursday drag party at 22:30 with Adriana Max, Angela (Angéla), and Daniella.
May Brings English-Friendly Shows
May 1, 20:00: Hungary All-Stars: English Comedy Special by Hot Paprika Comedy. May 2, 19:30: Saturday Night Cabaret – We Are the World; 23:00: All Stars with Angela (Angéla), Bonnie Andrews, Mia Szösz, and Mercy McQueen. May 3, 19:00: “First. Live.” – Ákos Domján Rockabilly Show debut grand concert. May 4, 19:00: Taboo-Free – honesty as a rule, with Iván Fenyő. May 5, 19:00: Muscular-Tongued Poets, a musical literary night.
Big-Name Theatre, Drag, and Music
May 7, 19:00: Divine Endgame – An Evening with the Almighty, a comedy with English subtitles starring Róbert Alföldi, Tamás Ivanics, and Máté Kovács/Ádám Varga; 22:30: Thursday Drag with Mia Szösz, Tinez, and Venus La Perla. May 8, 20:00: Róbert Bérczesi acoustic. May 9 repeats the Saturday cabaret and a 23:00 All Stars set with Mia Szösz, Mercy McQueen, Slutina, and Venus La Perla. May 10, 17:00: How to Be a NER Wife returns with English subtitles, featuring Tímea Fülöp and Márton Jenei/Attila Nyulassy. May 13, 19:30: White Rabbit, Red Rabbit – Győző Szabó.
Eurovision Fever and Finale Sprints
May 14, 19:00: Pre-Pentecost Bonnie Drag Bingo Show—glitter, gags, music, extras—hosted by Bonnie Andrews; 22:30 Thursday Drag with Angela (Angéla), Bonnie Andrews, and Daniella. May 16, 19:30: Eurovision Special Night – Drag Queen Hungary All Stars: Eurovision Drag Festival. May 17, 17:00: Make Hungary Great Again, a comedy with English subtitles. May 21, 22:30: Thursday Drag with Daniella, Sorien, and Tinez. May 23 pairs the Saturday cabaret with a 23:00 All Stars lineup (Daniella, Mia Szösz, Mercy McQueen, Slutina). May 28, 22:30: Thursday Drag with Daniella, Mia Szösz, and Tinez. May 29, 19:00: How to Be a NER Wife (English-subtitled). May 30, 15:00: Divine Endgame returns (English-subtitled); 23:00: All Stars with Adriana Max, Angela (Angéla), Tinez, and Venus La Perla. June 4, 19:00: Space Cadet & Friends. June 5, 20:00: Márton Agócs author’s night, live.
The Vibe
Red Neon (Vörös Neon) is a cultural and nightlife hub where live programs meet uninhibited dancing. The organizers reserve the right to change times and programs.
