{"id":6625,"date":"2018-12-17T12:53:12","date_gmt":"2018-12-17T11:53:12","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.danubiushotels.com\/budapest-guide\/?p=6625"},"modified":"2019-11-07T13:01:20","modified_gmt":"2019-11-07T12:01:20","slug":"christmas-and-new-years-eve-in-budapest","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.danubiushotels.com\/budapest-guide\/christmas-and-new-years-eve-in-budapest","title":{"rendered":"Christmas and New Year\u2019s Eve in Budapest"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>If you\u2019ve already chosen Budapest to celebrate Christmas and New Year in 2018 we have good news: there are so many Christmas and NYE festivals to get yourself into the long-awaited Festive mood! Don\u2019t miss the traditional\u00a0Christmas Markets, they are the absolute highlights during this magical month. Just to name a few of the most festive activities, you can also go ice-skating on the largest natural ice rink in Europe as well as watch The Nutcracker in a beautifully decorated art theatre. For a complete list please read our article <a href=\"https:\/\/www.danubiushotels.com\/budapest-guide\/10-unique-reasons-to-visit-budapest-in-december\">10 unique reasons to visit Budapest in December<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.danubiushotels.com\/budapest-guide\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/12\/Snow_december_budapest.jpg\"><img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-6627 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.danubiushotels.com\/budapest-guide\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/12\/Snow_december_budapest.jpg\" alt=\"Heroes Square Budapest with snow\" width=\"900\" height=\"598\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.danubiushotels.com\/budapest-guide\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/12\/Snow_december_budapest.jpg 900w, https:\/\/www.danubiushotels.com\/budapest-guide\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/12\/Snow_december_budapest-300x199.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.danubiushotels.com\/budapest-guide\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/12\/Snow_december_budapest-768x510.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.danubiushotels.com\/budapest-guide\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/12\/Snow_december_budapest-600x399.jpg 600w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 900px) 100vw, 900px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"CHRISTMAS_IN_HUNGARY\"><\/span><strong>CHRISTMAS IN HUNGARY<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2><div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_82_2 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<label for=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-item-69ea334e0c206\" class=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-label\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/label><input type=\"checkbox\"  id=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-item-69ea334e0c206\" checked aria-label=\"Toggle\" \/><nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/www.danubiushotels.com\/budapest-guide\/christmas-and-new-years-eve-in-budapest\/#CHRISTMAS_IN_HUNGARY\" >CHRISTMAS IN HUNGARY<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/www.danubiushotels.com\/budapest-guide\/christmas-and-new-years-eve-in-budapest\/#Hang_on%E2%80%A6so_whats_happening_on_the_6th_December\" >Hang on\u2026so what\u2019s happening on the 6th December?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/www.danubiushotels.com\/budapest-guide\/christmas-and-new-years-eve-in-budapest\/#Christmas_Eve_and_Christmas_Day\" >Christmas Eve and Christmas Day<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/www.danubiushotels.com\/budapest-guide\/christmas-and-new-years-eve-in-budapest\/#ALL_THINGS_CHRISTMASSY\" >ALL THINGS CHRISTMASSY<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/www.danubiushotels.com\/budapest-guide\/christmas-and-new-years-eve-in-budapest\/#Visit_the_Christmas_markets_to_get_into_the_Festive_Mood\" >Visit the Christmas markets to get into the Festive Mood<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-4' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/www.danubiushotels.com\/budapest-guide\/christmas-and-new-years-eve-in-budapest\/#Vorosmarty_Square\" >V\u00f6r\u00f6smarty Square<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/www.danubiushotels.com\/budapest-guide\/christmas-and-new-years-eve-in-budapest\/#St_Stephens\" >St Stephen\u2019s<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/www.danubiushotels.com\/budapest-guide\/christmas-and-new-years-eve-in-budapest\/#Mulled_wine_and_Chimney_cake_is_an_absolute_must\" >Mulled wine and Chimney cake is an absolute must<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/www.danubiushotels.com\/budapest-guide\/christmas-and-new-years-eve-in-budapest\/#Hop_onboard_the_magical_winter_tram\" >Hop onboard the magical winter tram<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/www.danubiushotels.com\/budapest-guide\/christmas-and-new-years-eve-in-budapest\/#NEW_YEARS_EVE_CELEBRATION\" >NEW YEAR\u2019S EVE CELEBRATION<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/www.danubiushotels.com\/budapest-guide\/christmas-and-new-years-eve-in-budapest\/#New_Years_Eve_in_Hungary\" >New Year\u2019s Eve in Hungary<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/www.danubiushotels.com\/budapest-guide\/christmas-and-new-years-eve-in-budapest\/#No_housework_or_arguing_The_best_Hungarian_traditions_on_New_Years_Eve_and_New_Years_Day\" >No housework or arguing: The best Hungarian traditions on New Year\u2019s Eve and New Year\u2019s Day<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/www.danubiushotels.com\/budapest-guide\/christmas-and-new-years-eve-in-budapest\/#What_should_you_eat_on_New_Years_Eve\" >What should you eat on New Year\u2019s Eve?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"https:\/\/www.danubiushotels.com\/budapest-guide\/christmas-and-new-years-eve-in-budapest\/#How_to_spend_New_Years_Eve_and_New_Years_Day\" >How to spend New Year\u2019s Eve and New Year\u2019s Day?<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-4' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-15\" href=\"https:\/\/www.danubiushotels.com\/budapest-guide\/christmas-and-new-years-eve-in-budapest\/#With_parties\" >With parties<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-16\" href=\"https:\/\/www.danubiushotels.com\/budapest-guide\/christmas-and-new-years-eve-in-budapest\/#Celebrate_in_class_and_style_in_Gellert_Hotel\" >Celebrate in class and style in Gellert Hotel<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-17\" href=\"https:\/\/www.danubiushotels.com\/budapest-guide\/christmas-and-new-years-eve-in-budapest\/#Gala_Concert_and_Dinner_in_the_Danube_Palace\" >Gala Concert and Dinner in the Danube Palace<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-18\" href=\"https:\/\/www.danubiushotels.com\/budapest-guide\/christmas-and-new-years-eve-in-budapest\/#Midnight_Fireworks\" >Midnight Fireworks<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-19\" href=\"https:\/\/www.danubiushotels.com\/budapest-guide\/christmas-and-new-years-eve-in-budapest\/#Open-air_Festivals\" >Open-air Festivals<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-20\" href=\"https:\/\/www.danubiushotels.com\/budapest-guide\/christmas-and-new-years-eve-in-budapest\/#New_Years_Day_Concert_in_the_Danube_Palace\" >New Year\u2019s Day Concert in the Danube Palace<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-21\" href=\"https:\/\/www.danubiushotels.com\/budapest-guide\/christmas-and-new-years-eve-in-budapest\/#New_Years_Day_Cruise_Dinner_on_the_Danube\" >New Year\u2019s Day Cruise &amp; Dinner on the Danube<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-22\" href=\"https:\/\/www.danubiushotels.com\/budapest-guide\/christmas-and-new-years-eve-in-budapest\/#CHEAT_SHEET\" >[CHEAT SHEET]<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-23\" href=\"https:\/\/www.danubiushotels.com\/budapest-guide\/christmas-and-new-years-eve-in-budapest\/#When_to_go\" >When to go<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-24\" href=\"https:\/\/www.danubiushotels.com\/budapest-guide\/christmas-and-new-years-eve-in-budapest\/#December_weather\" >December weather<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-25\" href=\"https:\/\/www.danubiushotels.com\/budapest-guide\/christmas-and-new-years-eve-in-budapest\/#What_to_Pack\" >What to Pack<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-26\" href=\"https:\/\/www.danubiushotels.com\/budapest-guide\/christmas-and-new-years-eve-in-budapest\/#Where_to_stay_to_be_close_to_the_Christmas_attractions\" >Where to stay to be close to the Christmas attractions<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n\n<p>The Christmas and gift-giving season starts relatively early compared to other European countries. In early December a Santa-like figure, Saint Nicholas (Mikulas)\u00a0traditionally visits the homes of Hungarian children\u00a0to celebrate the tradition of Saint Nicholas Feast Day.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Hang_on%E2%80%A6so_whats_happening_on_the_6th_December\"><\/span><strong>Hang on\u2026so what\u2019s happening on the 6<sup>th<\/sup> December? <\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Although the role of gift-giver on Christmas Day itself is assigned to the Christ Child, on 5<sup>th<\/sup> December Hungarian children traditionally clean a boot and place it on their windowsill waiting for Mikul\u00e1s to come by and fill it with treats. Mikul\u00e1s often comes with an assistant called &#8220;Krampusz&#8221;. He represents the Devil who punishes naughty children.<\/p>\n<p>The morning of 6<sup>th<\/sup> December is the official start of the gift-giving period, although Hungarians don\u2019t until the 24<sup>th<\/sup> December.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.danubiushotels.com\/budapest-guide\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/10\/Santa-December-Budapest.jpg\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-6549\" src=\"https:\/\/www.danubiushotels.com\/budapest-guide\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/10\/Santa-December-Budapest.jpg\" alt=\"Santa run - Budapest in December\" width=\"900\" height=\"598\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Christmas_Eve_and_Christmas_Day\"><\/span><strong>Christmas Eve and Christmas Day <\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Before 24 December, people decorate their houses and start cooking and baking \u2013 <a href=\"https:\/\/www.danubiushotels.com\/budapest-guide\/best-restaurants-in-budapest\">with the previously explain food culture<\/a> in Hungary you can now expect that Christmas in Hungary is all about food. It\u2019s 24<sup>th<\/sup> December when people start decorating the tree with colourful ornaments and put the wrapped presents under it. As opposed to most European countries, in Hungary the gift-giving happens on\u00a0Christmas Eve when young children are waiting for the arrival of Baby Jesus. The family exchanges gifts after the dinner and after singing carols around the tree.<\/p>\n<p>On Holy Night, Hungarians listen to holiday songs such as &#8220;Silent Night&#8221; and sing or attend Christmas mass. As an old tradition we also burn candles on the\u00a0Advent wreath\u00a0during the four weeks before Christmas, lighting up one more new candle each Sunday.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"ALL_THINGS_CHRISTMASSY\"><\/span><strong>ALL THINGS CHRISTMASSY<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Visit_the_Christmas_markets_to_get_into_the_Festive_Mood\"><\/span><strong>Visit the Christmas markets to get into the Festive Mood<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Vorosmarty_Square\"><\/span><strong>V\u00f6r\u00f6smarty Square<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<p>The V\u00f6r\u00f6smarty Square Christmas market is the oldest and richest of all the Christmas markets in Budapest. The Crafts Market is open from 9th November all the way to 29th December after which the food stalls remain open until 1<sup>st<\/sup> January 2019. There are about 100 stalls waiting for you to visit them, set around the Christmas tree that is decorated with different colours each year. From gulash to grilled sausages there is an endless selection of local food you can enjoy. Not a surprise that the market puts a great emphasis on food and wine which is truly Hungarian way to celebrate the Festive season.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>The market is free to visit and it is open daily from 10 am to 8 pm.<\/p>\n<p>Special opening hours apply on the following days:<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>Dec 24:\u00a010:00 \u2013 14:00<\/p>\n<p>Dec 25: 10:00 \u2013 18:00<\/p>\n<p>Dec 26: 10:00 \u2013 18:00<\/p>\n<p>Dec 31: 10:00 \u2013 22:00<\/p>\n<p>Jan 1:\u00a014:00 \u2013 22:00<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>Location: V\u00f6r\u00f6smarty t\u00e9r, district V., M1 underground (yellow line), M1, M2, M3 metro lines: De\u00e1k t\u00e9r station or tram 2 Sz\u00e9chenyi t\u00e9r stop: a couple of minutes walk from both stops.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><strong>\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.danubiushotels.com\/budapest-guide\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/12\/Vorosmarty-Christmas-market.jpg\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-6631\" src=\"https:\/\/www.danubiushotels.com\/budapest-guide\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/12\/Vorosmarty-Christmas-market.jpg\" alt=\"Vorosmarty Christmas Market\" width=\"900\" height=\"325\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.danubiushotels.com\/budapest-guide\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/12\/Vorosmarty-Christmas-market.jpg 900w, https:\/\/www.danubiushotels.com\/budapest-guide\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/12\/Vorosmarty-Christmas-market-300x108.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.danubiushotels.com\/budapest-guide\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/12\/Vorosmarty-Christmas-market-768x277.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.danubiushotels.com\/budapest-guide\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/12\/Vorosmarty-Christmas-market-600x217.jpg 600w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 900px) 100vw, 900px\" \/><\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"St_Stephens\"><\/span><strong>St Stephen\u2019s<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<p>Set in the most stunning part of Budapest, St Stephen\u2019s Basilica\u2019s Christmas Market is the one not to miss.<\/p>\n<p>At half past 5 from Monday to Sunday 3D festive\u00a0lights are projected on the walls of the Basilica with accompanying melodies. This year special 3D glasses with which you can view the animation are available on the market. (The show can be enjoyed without wearing 3D glasses.)<\/p>\n<p>Enjoy a (unique) mug of mulled wine alongside with roasted chestnut and warm and hearty street foods (beyond sausages) and enjoy the lights and the flavours.<\/p>\n<p>The market opens 23<sup>rd<\/sup> November and remains open until 1<sup>st<\/sup> January 2019.<\/p>\n<p>Opening Hours:<\/p>\n<p>Mon \u2013 Fri: 11:00 \u2013 22:00,<\/p>\n<p>Sat \u2013 Sun: 10:00 \u2013 22:00,<\/p>\n<p>December 24.: 10:00 \u2013 14:00<\/p>\n<p>December 31.: 10:00 \u2013 22:00<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.danubiushotels.com\/budapest-guide\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/12\/Christmas-market-Basilica.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-6630 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.danubiushotels.com\/budapest-guide\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/12\/Christmas-market-Basilica.jpg\" alt=\"Christmas market Basilica, Budapest\" width=\"900\" height=\"598\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Mulled_wine_and_Chimney_cake_is_an_absolute_must\"><\/span><strong>Mulled wine and Chimney cake is an absolute must<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>During your visit, tasting mulled wine is unmissable. This heart-warming drink has become one of the must-haves of the Christmas markets that await with a wide variety of mulled wine selection (white, red or even rose!). For a little deposit you\u2019ll get a customised annual addition mug which you can refill with your choice of drink. You can keep the mug as a piece of memory of the Hungarian Christmas market or you can decide to return the mug and be refunded with the deposit.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>Alongside mulled wine chimney cake (k\u00fcrt\u0151s kal\u00e1cs<strong>)<\/strong> is a true Hungarian legend that makes people addicted for hundreds of years. Chimney cake has a perfect crisp exterior and a soft inside making the most delicious dessert for the cold winter evenings. What\u2019s even better it is coated in cinnamon and sugar.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Hop_onboard_the_magical_winter_tram\"><\/span><strong>Hop onboard the magical winter tram <\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>For a unique and fairy-tale-like way to explore the city hop on\u00a0<strong>tram line 2<\/strong> which will be one of the highlights of your stay. \u00a0The tram is lit up from the early afternoon, around 4 pm with over <strong>35.000 white and blue LED lights<\/strong> that creates a stunning visual experience as the tram slowly strolls alongside the Danube. The journey is available with regular public transport tickets and passes, and in addition to\u00a0tram line 2, several other lines across Budapest will be lit up, including tram 4, 14, 19, 47, 50, 56A, and 59.<\/p>\n<p>Tram 2 is the most popular amongst all as it operates along the Danube Promenade on the Pest side with the most beautiful sites of the city.<\/p>\n<p>The Winter Tram runs from early December to late January. Important that there is no service on December 24th and 31st.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.danubiushotels.com\/budapest-guide\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/07\/dreamstime_xl_48103316.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-6222\" src=\"https:\/\/www.danubiushotels.com\/budapest-guide\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/07\/dreamstime_xl_48103316.jpg\" alt=\"Budapest winter tram\" width=\"900\" height=\"517\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.danubiushotels.com\/budapest-guide\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/07\/dreamstime_xl_48103316.jpg 3732w, https:\/\/www.danubiushotels.com\/budapest-guide\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/07\/dreamstime_xl_48103316-300x172.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.danubiushotels.com\/budapest-guide\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/07\/dreamstime_xl_48103316-768x441.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.danubiushotels.com\/budapest-guide\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/07\/dreamstime_xl_48103316-1024x588.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.danubiushotels.com\/budapest-guide\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/07\/dreamstime_xl_48103316-600x345.jpg 600w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 900px) 100vw, 900px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"NEW_YEARS_EVE_CELEBRATION\"><\/span><strong>NEW YEAR\u2019S EVE CELEBRATION<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"New_Years_Eve_in_Hungary\"><\/span><strong>New Year\u2019s Eve in Hungary<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>New Year&#8217;s Eve\u00a0is when festivities reach their zenith as people dance and celebrate the\u00a0New Year. You can attend several carnivals and concerts already on the 30<sup>th<\/sup> December \u2013 see, Hungarians love to party so the earlier you start, the better. However, please be careful celebrating early as New Year\u2019s Eve will still await with lots of awesome places to go to! On\u00a0the 31<sup>st<\/sup> December,\u00a0a masked ball is held at the Opera House and there are lots of exciting parties and gala dinners held across the city. Even though Budapest is rather grey and cold in winter the end of December undoubtedly brings back all the colours and excitement to people\u2019s lives.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"No_housework_or_arguing_The_best_Hungarian_traditions_on_New_Years_Eve_and_New_Years_Day\"><\/span><strong>No housework or arguing: The best Hungarian traditions on New Year\u2019s Eve and New Year\u2019s Day<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>In Hungary New Year\u2019s Eve and New Year\u2019s Day traditions have interlocked with the aim of\u00a0bringing health, wealth, fortune and happiness to the next year by doing magic.<\/p>\n<p>Many people make a scone-like cheesy cake (pog\u00e1csa) and hide a coin in it. The one who gets the piece with the coin will be very fortunate next year. People also made garlic calendars to forecast the next year\u2019s weather. They put salt on the 12 cloves that represent the 12 months. The clove that gets the dampest represents the rainiest month of the upcoming year.<\/p>\n<p>Girls tried to foretell who\u2019s going to be their future husband by putting names into dumplings. They then cooked them in boiling water, and the one that first came to the surface contained the right name.<\/p>\n<p>Housework and arguing were forbidden on this day because it meant misfortune. Eating poultry is bad luck because hens scratch backwards. You should be careful with fish as your luck might drift away with it.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_should_you_eat_on_New_Years_Eve\"><\/span><strong>What should you eat on New Year\u2019s Eve? <\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Our food is full of tradition \u2013 especially on special occasions. Following the traditions, of course the NYE dinner also needs to tell a story.<\/p>\n<p>Lentils\u00a0\u2013 they symbolize the wealth, and happiness in the new year. So every Hungarian needs to eat at least a spoon of lentil soup, or pottage.<\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.danubiushotels.com\/hu\/magazin\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/08\/Lencseleves-szelidgesztenye-520x245.jpg\" \/><\/p>\n<p>Pork\u00a0\u2013 roasted pork brings fortune and luck. But you have to eat from strange pork parts, like nose, knuckle, ears, tails. Moreover, from the weirdest Hungarian dish, called kocsonya, which is a jellied broth with pork parts.<\/p>\n<p>Sausages, frankfurter\u00a0\u2013 easy to cook and eat at a house party too with ketchup, mustard and white bread.<\/p>\n<p>Deviled egg\u00a0\u2013 hard-boiled eggs with yolk mixed with mayo and mustard. It\u2019s an appetizer, a normal party food.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_to_spend_New_Years_Eve_and_New_Years_Day\"><\/span><strong>How to spend New Year\u2019s Eve and New Year\u2019s Day? <\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><strong>\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"With_parties\"><\/span><strong>With parties<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<p>Hungarian wine and champagne awaits you with all their qualities, after a nice dip in one of the city\u2019s <a href=\"https:\/\/www.danubiushotels.com\/budapest-guide\/best-thermal-baths-budapest\">best thermal baths<\/a>.<br \/>\nThere are many types of parties you can choose from whatever your preferences are: an elegant gala dinner, a small group celebration in a cozy bistro or crowded parties in high end nightclubs? <a href=\"https:\/\/www.danubiushotels.com\/budapest-guide\/budapest-nightlife\">Budapest nightlife<\/a> is famous for its diversity and New Year\u2019s Eve brings no exceptions.<\/p>\n<p>You usually have to\u00a0book\u00a0well in advance, especially in popular places. If you have no reservation, go early and pray to get in. Most places serve a substantial dinner that includes\u00a0special dishes with a glass of\u00a0champagne\u00a0that is often included in the price.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.danubiushotels.com\/budapest-guide\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/12\/dreamstime_38398411.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-6633\" src=\"https:\/\/www.danubiushotels.com\/budapest-guide\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/12\/dreamstime_38398411.jpg\" alt=\"Celebration\" width=\"900\" height=\"600\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.danubiushotels.com\/budapest-guide\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/12\/dreamstime_38398411.jpg 2121w, https:\/\/www.danubiushotels.com\/budapest-guide\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/12\/dreamstime_38398411-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.danubiushotels.com\/budapest-guide\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/12\/dreamstime_38398411-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.danubiushotels.com\/budapest-guide\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/12\/dreamstime_38398411-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.danubiushotels.com\/budapest-guide\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/12\/dreamstime_38398411-600x400.jpg 600w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 900px) 100vw, 900px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Celebrate_in_class_and_style_in_Gellert_Hotel\"><\/span><strong>Celebrate in class and style in Gellert Hotel<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.danubiushotels.com\/en\/our-hotels-budapest\/danubius-hotel-gellert\">Hotel Gellert<\/a> is where all the magic happened for centuries \u2013 stunning exterior, prime location and astonishing style will treat you to an outstanding experience. This year they will bring all the joy and celebration by throwing a stylish gala dinner to say goodbye to 2018. Dinner will be served from 7 pm with the recommendation of Gabor Muncz, the hotel\u2019s master chef. At 9 pm the dance floor will open with star guests who will guarantee an unforgettable night. For prices and more details check out <a href=\"http:\/\/www.gellertszilveszter.com\/en\/home-2\/\">Gellert Szilveszter.<\/a><\/p>\n<p><strong>\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><strong>\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.danubiushotels.com\/budapest-guide\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/12\/Danubius-Hotel-Gell\u00e9rt-by-night.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-6637\" src=\"https:\/\/www.danubiushotels.com\/budapest-guide\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/12\/Danubius-Hotel-Gell\u00e9rt-by-night.jpg\" alt=\"Danubius Hotel Gell\u00e9rt\" width=\"900\" height=\"600\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.danubiushotels.com\/budapest-guide\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/12\/Danubius-Hotel-Gell\u00e9rt-by-night.jpg 4206w, https:\/\/www.danubiushotels.com\/budapest-guide\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/12\/Danubius-Hotel-Gell\u00e9rt-by-night-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.danubiushotels.com\/budapest-guide\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/12\/Danubius-Hotel-Gell\u00e9rt-by-night-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.danubiushotels.com\/budapest-guide\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/12\/Danubius-Hotel-Gell\u00e9rt-by-night-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.danubiushotels.com\/budapest-guide\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/12\/Danubius-Hotel-Gell\u00e9rt-by-night-600x400.jpg 600w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 900px) 100vw, 900px\" \/><\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Gala_Concert_and_Dinner_in_the_Danube_Palace\"><\/span><strong>Gala Concert and Dinner in the Danube Palace<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<p>The impressive building of the Danube Palace in central Budapest traditionally hosts an\u00a0exclusive New Year celebration\u00a0where you can enjoy a 5-course\u00a0dinner\u00a0with the best selection of local wines, beers, champagne alongside a 2-hour\u00a0classical concert\u00a0with dance and ballet performance.<\/p>\n<p><strong>\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Midnight_Fireworks\"><\/span><strong>Midnight Fireworks<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.danubiushotels.com\/budapest-guide\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/12\/New-Years-eve-budapest.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-6634\" src=\"https:\/\/www.danubiushotels.com\/budapest-guide\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/12\/New-Years-eve-budapest.jpg\" alt=\"New Years eve budapest\" width=\"768\" height=\"547\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.danubiushotels.com\/budapest-guide\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/12\/New-Years-eve-budapest.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.danubiushotels.com\/budapest-guide\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/12\/New-Years-eve-budapest-300x214.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.danubiushotels.com\/budapest-guide\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/12\/New-Years-eve-budapest-600x427.jpg 600w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 768px) 100vw, 768px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>New Year\u2019s Eve wouldn\u2019t be real without stunning fireworks. As the Danube mirrors the colours on its surface the fireworks are just wonderful to look at both on the sky and on the water.<\/p>\n<p>The best places to watch the fireworks is either close to the river (don\u2019t forget to bring warm clothes) or on a river course, but Fisherman\u2019s Bastion in the Castle District also provides an excellent panorama of the city.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Open-air_Festivals\"><\/span><strong>Open-air Festivals<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>V\u00f6r\u00f6smarty Square: December 31st is the final day of the city\u2019s favourite Christmas Market so saying goodbye to 2018 will also mean the official end of the Festive period. The square will be busy with both locals and tourist taking the last sip of mulled wine of the year.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Gell\u00e9rt Hill<\/strong>: If you\u2019re feeling active on New Year\u2019s Eve why not climb up to Gellert Hill to say goodbye to the year with one of the most iconic views of the city? A prime spot to watch the fireworks too!<\/p>\n<p><strong>Nyugati Square<\/strong>: the heart of the city is the perfect place to mingle. This place guarantees the buzz and the loudest cheer for the New Year.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"New_Years_Day_Concert_in_the_Danube_Palace\"><\/span><strong>New Year\u2019s Day Concert in the Danube Palace<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<p>The concert hall of the Danube Palace (Duna Palota) hosts two wonderful concerts on 1st January starting. You can enjoy a 70-minute performance by the Danube Chamber Orchestra which celebrates this special day with timeless classical pieces by Mozart, Liszt or Gershwin.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>At 20.00 a\u00a090-minute\u00a0Concert &amp; Dance Show comes alive on the stage presented by the Danube Symphony Orchestra, the soloists of the Budapest Operetta Theatre and gypsy folk artists.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"New_Years_Day_Cruise_Dinner_on_the_Danube\"><\/span><strong>New Year\u2019s Day Cruise &amp; Dinner on the Danube<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<p>Celebrate the New Year on a\u00a0sightseeing\u00a0cruise on the Danube \u2013 Reward yourself and your family with a wonderful evening that includes a splendid five-course\u00a0dinner, live music\u00a0by the Hungarian Folk Ensemble &amp; Orchestra, and the enchanting sights of illuminated Budapest that you can see on a 2-hour trip.<\/p>\n<p>The New Year\u2019s Day boat excursion is hosted on the spacious and elegant\u00a0Europa Ship.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"CHEAT_SHEET\"><\/span><strong>[CHEAT SHEET]<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"When_to_go\"><\/span><strong>When to go <\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Shorter days and longer nights, crisp mornings and freezing evenings are expected as Budapest slowly turns into a fairy tale winter wonderland in the end of November. To feel the Christmas spirit and get festive the Hungarian capital is the perfect place even after New Year\u2019s Eve.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.danubiushotels.com\/budapest-guide\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/12\/2019-Fireworks.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-6636\" src=\"https:\/\/www.danubiushotels.com\/budapest-guide\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/12\/2019-Fireworks.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"768\" height=\"512\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.danubiushotels.com\/budapest-guide\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/12\/2019-Fireworks.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.danubiushotels.com\/budapest-guide\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/12\/2019-Fireworks-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.danubiushotels.com\/budapest-guide\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/12\/2019-Fireworks-600x400.jpg 600w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 768px) 100vw, 768px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<p>Celebrating the New Year in Budapest you can enjoy the steadiness until the end of January. It is an ideal time to go as there are less tourists and the city is just waking back up from the festive period. If you\u2019re lucky there is even snow, lots and lots of snow so you can enjoy sledging down the Buda hills as well as the absolutely picture-perfect scenes around the capital.<\/p>\n<p><strong>\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"December_weather\"><\/span><strong>December weather<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>December is one of the coldest months of the year in\u00a0Budapest so expect cold weather conditions and occasional frosty biting wind. Snowfall is frequent but not too heavy \u2013 enough to make the landscape absolutely beautiful.<\/p>\n<p><strong>\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.danubiushotels.com\/budapest-guide\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/12\/Winter_in_budapest-1.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-6640\" src=\"https:\/\/www.danubiushotels.com\/budapest-guide\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/12\/Winter_in_budapest-1.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"900\" height=\"598\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.danubiushotels.com\/budapest-guide\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/12\/Winter_in_budapest-1.jpg 900w, https:\/\/www.danubiushotels.com\/budapest-guide\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/12\/Winter_in_budapest-1-300x199.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.danubiushotels.com\/budapest-guide\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/12\/Winter_in_budapest-1-768x510.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.danubiushotels.com\/budapest-guide\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/12\/Winter_in_budapest-1-600x399.jpg 600w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 900px) 100vw, 900px\" \/><\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_to_Pack\"><\/span><strong>What to Pack <\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Cold urban destinations in Eastern Europe will introduce you to a different kind of winter where a very warm jacket, a chunky scarf, a hat and some warm gloves are crucial besides making sure you wear plenty of layers. You\u2019ll be spending time visiting outdoor fairs and markets and it may be freezing out on the streets, so you always want to keep warm. However, in museums and cafes you might want to lose some layers and feel nice and cosy.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Where_to_stay_to_be_close_to_the_Christmas_attractions\"><\/span><strong>Where to stay to be close to the Christmas attractions<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Wishing to stay close to the beating heart of the city centre <a href=\"https:\/\/www.danubiushotels.com\/en\/our-hotels-budapest\/radisson-blu-beke-hotel\">Radisson Blu B\u00e9ke Hotel<\/a> is an ideal choice for everyone who wants to explore the rich cultural life of the capital. The hotel is located just a few steps from\u00a0the beautifully lit up Andr\u00e1ssy Avenue, and easily accessible by car or public transport. The\u00a0theatres, museums, restaurants\u00a0and\u00a0caf\u00e9s\u00a0located nearby guarantee that those interested in high-end entertainment will not be bored for a moment.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.danubiushotels.com\/en\/our-hotels-budapest\/danubius-hotel-astoria\">Astoria City Center<\/a> that opened in 1914 as one of the city\u2019s most elegant hotels, and \u2013 over a century later \u2013 it stays true to that original character. Guests have always been attracted by its sublime fin-de-si\u00e8cle architecture and comfortable rooms. The location of the hotel is perfect if you want to stay close to the city centre as it is only a 10-minute walk from prime attractions like the Hungarian National Museum, the Great Synagogue, the Danube promenade and the famous V\u00e1ci Street.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>Built in wonderful Art Nouveau-style and opened in 1918, the impressive <a href=\"https:\/\/www.danubiushotels.com\/en\/our-hotels-budapest\/danubius-hotel-gellert\">Gell\u00e9rt hotel<\/a> shares the building with the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.danubiushotels.com\/en\/our-hotels-budapest\/danubius-hotel-gellert\/gellert-spa\">world-famous Gell\u00e9rt Spa<\/a>, located on the Danube riverbanks, at the foot of Gell\u00e9rt Hill, which was named after Saint Gerard who was thrown to death from the hill. The hotel can be found in Gell\u00e9rt Square next to Liberty Bridge. Metro line M4 stops right next to the hotel, at Szent Gell\u00e9rt T\u00e9r, while the city centre is also reachable in a 10-minute walk.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>In December Budapest is all dressed up in lights and traditions. From Christmas to New Year\u2019s the city is your playground to explore, mingle, celebrate and make lots of memories whether it is a special meal, an unforgettable party, learning to say \u201ccheers\u201d in Hungarian or getting a gentle shiver after your first taste of Palinka. Hungary inspires and we promise: it will never be forgotten.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.danubiushotels.com\/budapest-guide\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/12\/DSC6147-1.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-6641\" src=\"https:\/\/www.danubiushotels.com\/budapest-guide\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/12\/DSC6147-1.jpg\" alt=\"Christmas Market food\" width=\"900\" height=\"598\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.danubiushotels.com\/budapest-guide\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/12\/DSC6147-1.jpg 900w, https:\/\/www.danubiushotels.com\/budapest-guide\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/12\/DSC6147-1-300x199.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.danubiushotels.com\/budapest-guide\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/12\/DSC6147-1-768x510.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.danubiushotels.com\/budapest-guide\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/12\/DSC6147-1-600x399.jpg 600w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 900px) 100vw, 900px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>If you\u2019ve already chosen Budapest to celebrate Christmas and New Year in 2018 we have good news: there are so many Christmas and NYE festivals to get yourself into the long-awaited Festive mood! 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