The Újpest Advent Fair returns to Szent István Square from November 29 to December 23, 2025, turning the district’s main square into a festive wonderland. Expect the scent of mulled wine, the sweet aroma of kürtőskalács (chimney cake), and carols drifting through the air, setting the tone for a cheerful, lively countdown to Christmas.
When and Where
– Dates: 2025.11.29 – 2025.12.23
– Location: Szent István Square (Szent István tér), Budapest (Újpest)
Stage Program Highlights
Sunday, Nov 30
– 5:00 PM – Lighting the first Advent candle together
– 6:00 PM – André Vásáry concert
Saturday, Dec 6
– 4:30 PM – Santa arrives
– 5:00 PM – Eszter Bíró kids’ concert
Sunday, Dec 7
– 2:30 PM – Black Time Dance School show
– 3:30 PM – Andrea Szulák concert
– 5:00 PM – Second Advent candle lighting
– 6:00 PM – Peter Srámek concert
Saturday, Dec 13
– 5:00 PM – Erika Steinkohl: The Magic of Operetta
– 6:00 PM – Barbara Fonyó concert
Sunday, Dec 14
– 3:00 PM – Zabszalma kids’ program
– 5:00 PM – Third Advent candle lighting
– 6:00 PM – Tibor Kocsis concert
Saturday, Dec 20
– 3:00 PM – Belvárosi Betyárok concert
– 4:30 PM – Swing Christmas
– 5:30 PM – Holiday concert: Tomi Pál & Nikolett Füredi
Sunday, Dec 21
– 2:00–7:00 PM – Mesevonat (story train with festive lights)
– 2:30 PM – Cimbora band concert
– 3:30 PM – Ádám Szabó concert
– 4:30 PM – Shubidoo Wap Choir
– 5:00 PM – Fourth Advent candle lighting
– 6:00 PM – Viktor Király concert (fair finale)
Gift Factory & Pet Donations
Bring shoebox gifts for children December 1–16 to the collection points of the Újpest Advent Gift Factory. You can also donate to the Small Animals’ Christmas igloo to support struggling pet owners and their animals.
Weekdays: 9:00 AM–2:00 PM at the guard booth by the igloo and at the Youth House reception; 3:00–7:00 PM at the igloo. Weekends: 9:00 AM–2:00 PM and 3:00–7:00 PM at the igloo. Label each box with the age and boy/girl.
Red Nose Clowndoctors
The Red Nose Clowndoctors, bringing hope to children’s hospitals for 28 years, will join the fair for the first time with three on-site fundraising days and digital donations.
Organizers reserve the right to change dates and programs.
