Budapest’s oldest synagogue doubles as a powerful symbol of Hungary’s Jewish community bouncing back to life. Community members here aren’t settling for less than Óbuda’s rich history demands—they’re sketching a fresh Jewish identity for the neighborhood, one that long faded into obscurity since the socialist era. Nestled at 1036 Budapest, 3rd District (Óbuda), Lajos utca 163, this spot pulses with energy for families diving into their heritage.
Weekly KiddieTime Takeover
Every Wednesday from 4:30 to 6 p.m., KiddieTime turns Óbuda afternoons into kid central for ages 3 to 10. Think music, learning, play, and movement—all wrapped in Jewish vibes. Tailored by age groups, the program splits into three parts: kids and parents kick off with a joint musical session, then children dive into fun Judaism lessons while moms and dads attend a Hebrew language course. Parents rejoin for Krav Maga to wrap it up with a bang. Catch it on these dates: April 8, 15, 22, 29; May 6, 13, 20, 27; and June 3, all in 2026 at the Óbuda Synagogue.
April 2026 Highlights
Kick off the month with HAVRUTA – House of Joint Learning on April 6 at Budapest’s 13th District (Újpest), Újpesti rakpart 1. That same day, Kabbalah lessons with Rabbi Baruch Oberlander at the Vasvári Pál utca Synagogue, 1061 Budapest, 6th District (Terézváros), Vasvári Pál utca 5. Tea & Torah with Rabbi Shalom Ber runs every Tuesday, starting April 7 at 6000 Kecskemét, Katona József tér 12. April 8 features HAVRUTA midweek and KiddieTime. Zsiliputi Jewish Sunday School on April 12 at Újpesti rakpart 1. HAVRUTA again on April 13, plus more Kabbalah with Rabbi Baruch Oberlander. Tea & Torah on April 14. April 15 brings HAVRUTA and KiddieTime. “Fates, Memories, Places and a Personal Thread” on April 16. Zsiliputi Sunday School on April 19, alongside Shtetl Jewish City Walks: Rambling in Lipócia, Synagogue Tour special at Óbuda Synagogue, and “Another Tray? The Bagel Awaits!” at 2000 Szentendre, Pátriarka utca 6. HAVRUTA on April 20, Kabbalah on April 20. Tea & Torah on April 21. HAVRUTA and KiddieTime on April 22. “Walk in the Closed Jewish Cemetery” and Zsiliputi on April 26. Kabbalah and HAVRUTA on April 27. Tea & Torah on April 28. KiddieTime and HAVRUTA on April 29, plus Scheer Róbert: Tel-Aviv macskája (Tel Aviv’s Cat).
May 2026 Lineup
Zsiliputi Jewish Sunday School on May 3 at Újpesti rakpart 1. Kabbalah with Rabbi Baruch Oberlander on May 4 at Vasvári Pál utca, plus HAVRUTA. Tea & Torah on May 5. HAVRUTA and KiddieTime on May 6. “Menorah and Cobblestones – Head to Szentendre!” Shtetl walk on May 10 at 11 a.m. from 2000 Szentendre HÉV station, same day as Zsiliputi. Kabbalah and HAVRUTA on May 11. Tea & Torah on May 12 at Kecskemét. The schedule keeps the momentum with recurring favorites like HAVRUTA on Wednesdays, KiddieTime on Wednesdays, Kabbalah sessions, Tea & Torah on Tuesdays, and Zsiliputi on Sundays, blending education, walks, tours, and talks to weave Jewish life back into everyday Hungarian spots from Budapest’s districts to nearby towns.
These events, from hands-on kids’ programs to mystical Kabbalah dives and heritage strolls, show Óbuda Synagogue leading a community renaissance. Whether you’re local or visiting, it’s your chance to join the revival—music, self-defense, Torah chats, cemetery walks, bagels, and cat tales included. Mark your calendars for a year of connection in Budapest and beyond.
