The Kincsem Equestrian Park (Kincsem Lovaspark) in Tápiószentmárton is throwing open its gates for the entire year in 2026, rolling out a full calendar of events for horse lovers, foodies, families, and couples planning their big day. It’s a place where riding, tradition, and countryside charm meet just 37 miles from Budapest, with recurring weekly programs, seasonal highlights, and a couple of destination events worth the trip.
Elegant kickoff: the Horseman’s Ball
Circle February 7. The Horseman’s Ball (Lovas Bál), set in the refined ambience of Kincsem Equestrian Park, promises one of the loveliest evenings of the year. Expect a generous dinner, a dressed-up crowd, and a mood that lingers long after the music fades. Tickets are pre-sale only and cost 8,000 HUF (about 22 USD). It’s the kind of night locals book early—and visitors quietly plan a weekend around.
Boarding weeks, all year long
From early February straight through December, the park is welcoming new boarders to its stables on a rolling, week-by-week basis. If you’re looking for bértartás—horse boarding—in a countryside setting with the capital within easy reach, this is it. The facility sits roughly 60 km (37 miles) from Budapest, making it manageable for commuters and horse owners who split their time between city and field. Boarding windows run continuously:
– Feb 2–8, Feb 9–15, Feb 16–22, Feb 23–Mar 1
– Mar 2–8, Mar 9–15, Mar 16–22, Mar 23–29, Mar 30–Apr 5
– Apr 6–12, Apr 13–19, Apr 20–26, Apr 27–May 3
– May 4–10, May 11–17, May 18–24, May 25–31
– Jun 1–7, Jun 8–14, Jun 15–21, Jun 22–28, Jun 29–Jul 5
– Jul 6–12, Jul 13–19, Jul 20–26, Jul 27–Aug 2
– Aug 3–9, Aug 10–16, Aug 17–23, Aug 24–30, Aug 31–Sep 6
– Sep 7–13, Sep 14–20, Sep 21–27, Sep 28–Oct 4
– Oct 5–11, Oct 12–18, Oct 19–25, Oct 26–Nov 1
– Nov 2–8, Nov 9–15, Nov 16–22, Nov 23–29, Nov 30–Dec 6
– Dec 7–12
Traditions on the table: Sausage Festival
On February 14, the 11th International Sausage-Stuffing Festival (XI. Nemzetközi Hurkatöltő Fesztivál) celebrates the butcher’s craft with a full-on deep dive into pig-slaughter customs and the rich world of Hungarian pork dishes—especially hurka, the classic stuffed sausage. It’s a festival with a serious comfort-food soul, pairing culinary competition and tastings with a warm village vibe. Between bites, try hands-on craft activities, climb aboard for a horse-drawn carriage ride, or let the kids hop on the ponies. A craft market rounds it out, turning the park into a winter fairground buzzing with fireside aromas and clinking glasses.
Say “I do” in the countryside
February 21 is for romantics. The Wedding Open Day invites couples to imagine a ceremony that feels less like a checklist and more like a story. The pitch is simple: a place where every detail syncs and every moment feeds into inspiration for the big day. Expect a walk-through of ceremony and reception settings, styling ideas, and a sense of what a full-service countryside wedding feels like at Kincsem Equestrian Park. It’s the day to scout locations, meet vendors, and map out timelines before spring wedding season kicks in.
Why Tápiószentmárton is worth the drive
A short country run from Budapest, Tápiószentmárton offers the kind of spaciousness city weekends lack—rolling fields, the steady rhythm of stables, and a park that treats the horse as both sport and heritage. Kincsem Equestrian Park leans into that identity with programs that reflect local tradition and rural hospitality. Families come for pony rides and wagon tours; riders come for boarding and arena time; everyone comes for the food when festival season hits. The venue’s year-long calendar makes it less a one-off trip and more a regular pilgrimage for those who like their weekends outdoors and unhurried.
How to plan your visit
– For the Horseman’s Ball on Feb 7: buy tickets ahead; capacity is limited, and the event is pre-sale only. Price: 8,000 HUF (about 22 USD). Dress smart—this is a night to lean into elegance.
– For boarding: spots are listed weekly and run continuously from early February to mid-December. The park welcomes new boarders and highlights the easy 60 km (37 miles) reach from Budapest. If you’re weighing travel time against stall quality and access to countryside riding, this is a sweet spot.
– For the Sausage-Stuffing Festival on Feb 14: arrive hungry and give yourself time for the extra activities—crafts, carriage rides, pony sessions, and the artisan market. It’s one of those days where eating is only half the fun.
– For the Wedding Open Day on Feb 21: bring your questions, your Pinterest boards, and your calendar. This is about seeing how the venue breathes when it’s tailored to a wedding—what the ceremony flow looks like, how the reception can be staged, and how the little touches add up to an atmosphere.
The year in one glance
Think of 2026 at Kincsem Equestrian Park as a steady heartbeat of weekly boarding access punctuated by signature events in February. It’s a pace that suits riders, families, and couples alike—calm, consistent, and genuinely welcoming. In a landscape that can feel crowded with one-off festivals and hard-to-book venues, Tápiószentmárton’s standout park keeps it simple: open doors, real horses, and a calendar you can rely on.
