Budapest’s MOM Cultural Center kicks off 2026 with a string of upbeat, genre-hopping New Year’s shows and easy online ticketing at 18 Csörsz Street (Csörsz u. 18.). First up, accordion virtuoso Zoltán Orosz and Friends light up Friday, January 2, at 7:00 PM with a joy-filled gala of world-class playing. Details are coming soon, but expect fireworks-level virtuosity to start the year on a high note.
Chameleon Jazz Band – Happy 2026
Saturday, January 3, at 8:00 PM, Artisjus Award–winning trombonist Rezső Bálint leads the Chameleon Jazz Band into the Dome Hall for their tradition-rich New Year’s concert. Fresh off a five-country anniversary tour, the band opens a new chapter: alongside fusion and jazz-rock, they unveil glossy jazz-pop originals from a new album. The set blends brand-new tracks with fan-favorite hits. January gigs from this crew always feel special—grab tickets now and celebrate together. Lineup: Rezső Bálint (trombone, vocals), Márk Ádám Birinyi (piano), Áron Sárosi (bass guitar), Bertalan Sárkány (percussion), Attila Telek (drums).
New Year’s Gala Concert – György Solti Orchestra (Solti György)
Wednesday, January 14, at 6:00 PM, the first half spotlights students, artist-teachers, and large ensembles from the György Solti Music School (Solti György): Guitar Orchestra, Flute Orchestra, Clarinet–Sax Ensemble, String Orchestra, and Brass Ensemble. Conductors: István Győri, Milán Bolla, Ferenc Bodon. The second half, Tempo di Verbunkos, journeys through folk dance melodies from Rózsavölgyi to Bartók, performed by the Hegyvidék György Solti Orchestra (Hegyvidék Solti György) with members of the János Bihari Dance Ensemble (Bihari János), joined by the Girls’ Choir (conductor Emese Zulauf) and a women’s chorus of solfège and piano teachers. Conductor: Zoltán Bolyky.
Organizers reserve the right to change programs and times.
