Lantern Boats, Concerts, Pirates: Little Danube Fest Returns

Experience the Little Danube Fest in Ráckeve—lantern boat parade, concerts, family shows, and cultural events light up August nights along the Danube. Free programs for all ages!
when: Saturday, August 16 - Wednesday, August 20
where: 2300 Ráckeve, Kossuth Lajos u. 51.

Held in Ráckeve (Ráckeve) from August 16 to 20, 2025, the Little Danube Water Festival (Kis-Duna Vízi Fesztivál) offers several days packed with colorful programs across multiple venues. Its highlight is the magical lantern boat parade on the Danube, lighting up the river on a summer night, but that’s just one of many attractions.

Five Nights, Five Big Events

The opening on August 16 features the Hungarian Gala (Magyar Gála) at 8 PM, setting a festive tone. On August 17, families can enjoy the free Pirate Treasure (Kalózkincs) fairy tale play at 6 PM before Bálint Gájer (Gájer Bálint) takes the stage at 8 PM. August 18 brings The Csárdás Queen (Csárdáskirálynő) at 8 PM. The can’t-miss lantern boat parade floats down the Danube on August 19 at 8 PM. Wrapping up, Kati Kovács Symphonic Live (Kovács Kati Symphonic Live) delivers a free concert on August 20 at 8 PM.

Before You Go

All events take place in Ráckeve (Ráckeve), at 51 Kossuth Lajos Street. Organizers reserve the right to alter times and programming.

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