On October 17, 2025, the Upcycling Festival arrives at Grapoila’s lush permaculture garden in Budapest. This event is all about creative reuse, where everything you thought was waste gets a second, cooler life. Stroll through the gardens, join an upcycling tour, try your hand at a porridge-mixing workshop, and dance into the night at the party.
Food, Drinks & Maker Magic
The culinary spotlight shines on Lujza Nényei (Nényei Lujza), head chef at NYAMI, serving up inventive dishes, while the best brews from FIRST Craft Beer flow on tap. For your caffeine fix, the Mad Dog crew is on barista duty, and when dessert cravings hit, pastry whiz Nóri Berta (Berta Nóri) from Trafik delivers the sweets. Eco-minded brands like Secontaste, Grapoila, and TREAT will showcase what’s possible when scraps become stylish. Whether you’re into green living, good food, or just curious, this vibrant festival brings Budapest’s upcycling scene to life.
