Budapest Play – Budapest Street Music Festival and Competition

Source: Budapest Play

This summer, a brand-new musical experience is coming to Budapest. Budapest Play, the city's newest street music festival, is set to transform bustling squares and promenades into open-air stages, bringing the magic of live music directly into the heart of the city.

The festival transforms the entire city into an open-air stage. Emerging musicians showcase their talent while competing against one another, filling Budapest's streets and squares with a diverse mix of musical styles. The festival aims to bring artists and audiences closer together, giving passers-by the chance to become part of the performance simply by stopping to listen.

Dates: The festival takes place over two summer weekends, 30 July – 1 August and 6–8 August 2026, at the following locations:

Deák Square
Batthyány Square
Fény Street Market
Nagyvárad Square
Fábián Juli Square
Fehérvári Road Market Hall
Margaret Island - entrance
Örs vezér Square
Keleti Railway Station
Rakpart–Meder

Visit the festival locations, discover talented performers and vote for your favourite! Everyone who votes will be entered into a prize draw for a Sziget Festival pass.

For more information, click here!