Budapest guide · Sep 25 – Oct 1
Things to do with kids in Budapest this week
Children's theatre, puppet shows, music sessions, workshops and family programmes in Budapest over the next seven days.
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Our picks
Sports·Ages 6–12·Indoor
Classical Ballet (Beginner group, from school age)
A beginner ballet class for school-age children including posture gymnastics and basic ballet technique.
Kultúrkúria · Templom u. 2, 1028 Budapest
Film·Ages 3–12·Indoor
Shaun the Sheep and the Monster of Weeds' End
An animated film screening suitable for children and families.
Nemzeti Filmszínház Nonprofit Kft. – Fábri Hall · 1088 t, Rákóczi út 21.
Family·Ages 3–12·Indoor
Hungarian Folk Tale Day - fairy tale crafts
A free crafts session for children celebrating Hungarian Folk Tale Day at the Lehel utcai Library.
Lehel Street Library · Lehel utcai Könyvtár
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Friday, September 25
8 events
Family·Ages 0–12·Indoor
Performance
A free family-oriented performance at the Kaszásdűlő Cultural Centre.
3K – Kaszásdűlő Cultural Center · 1032 Budapest, San Marco utca 81.
Museums & sights·Ages 6+·Indoor
Researchers' Night at the Hungarian Natural History Museum
Free interactive science programmes, collection visits and talks for the whole family.
Hungarian Natural History Museum · Budapest, Ludovika tér 2-6.
Music·Indoor
Songs, Tales, Dreams - biankahaidu Concert
A concert of songs and tales blending dreamlike imagery, suitable for the whole family.
ÓKK – Csillaghegy Community House · 1039 Budapest, Mátyás király útja 13–15.
Family·Ages 0–12·Indoor
Workshop
A family-friendly workshop activity held at the cultural center.
Kaszásdűlő Cultural Center
Family·Ages 0–12·Indoor
Concert
A family-friendly concert at the Kaszásdűlő Cultural Centre.
3K – Kaszásdűlő Cultural Center · 1032 Budapest, San Marco utca 81.
Theatre & stage·Indoor
The Jungle Book
A theatre adaptation of Mowgli's story about growing up, belonging and identity, for families.
Marczibányi Square Cultural Center – Marczi Theatre Hall · 1022 Budapest, Marczibányi tér 5/a
Theatre & stage·Ages 6+·Indoor
Don Giovanni – Finger Puppet Opera with Piano
A finger puppet opera performance of Don Giovanni with piano accompaniment, suitable for families.
RS9 Theatre – RS9+ Vallai Garden · 1075 Budapest, Rumbach Sebestyén utca 9.
Family·Ages 0–12·Indoor
Theatre
A theatre performance at a cultural centre suitable for children and families.
3K – Kaszásdűlő Cultural Center · 1032 Budapest, San Marco utca 81.
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Saturday, September 26
9 events
Theatre & stage·Ages 0–3·Indoor
Baby Theatre - Miau
A baby theatre performance based on a Vladimir Suteyev tale, for the youngest children.
Wekerle Cultural House – Wekerle Cultural House Room 8 · 1192 Budapest, Petur u. 7.
Music·Ages 6–8·Indoor
Musical introduction - for children 6-8 - Liszt Bugs Academy
An interactive musical introduction session for children aged 6-8 at the Liszt Academy.
Liszt Academy – Hall I · 1061 Budapest, Liszt Ferenc tér 8.
Music·Ages 3–10·Indoor
Music Magic – Mouse Hole
A musical storytelling show with a woodwind quartet and narrator, aimed at young children.
Marczibányi Square Cultural Center – Chamber · 1022 Budapest, Marczibányi tér 5/a
Family·Indoor
Microcosm
A free family day for all ages at the Central Library.
Central Library · 1088 Budapest, Szabó Ervin tér 1.
Family·Outdoor
Lively Autumn 2026
A free open-air family event with creative activities at Gárdonyi tér for all ages.
Karinthy Frigyes Library · Karinthy Frigyes Könyvtár
Family·Ages 3–8·Indoor
Boribon Goes on a Trip
A puppet show based on Veronika Marék's Boribon universe for young children.
MOMkult – Cupola · 1124 Budapest, Csörsz utca 18.
Theatre & stage·Ages 3–10·Indoor
All Mice Love Cheese
A children's theatre play about a little grey mouse and a white mouse girl.
New Theatre – Bubik István Studio Stage · 1061 Budapest, Paulay Ede utca 35.
Family·Indoor
Family Day - Oz, the Wonder of Wonders
A family day with a children's theatre show, face painting and crafts.
Csili Cultural Center – Bubik István Theatre Hall · 1201 Budapest, Nagy Győry István u. 4-6.
Family·Indoor
Green Workshop: Garden & Creation - The Secret World of Soil
A free family creative workshop about soil and gardening for all ages.
Music Collection · 1088 Budapest, Ötpacsirta utca 4.
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Sunday, September 27
9 events
Family·Ages 0–12·Indoor
Music Tale Family Day
A morning of music and storytelling concerts for small children and families at MOMkult.
MOMkult – Theatre Hall · 1124 Budapest, Csörsz utca 18.
Family·Ages 0–5·Indoor
Musical Tale Family Day - Gryllus Vilmos, Picuri Muri Concert, for ages 0-5
A musical family morning with concerts and stories for toddlers and their families.
MOM Cultural Center – MOMkult, Theatre Hall · 1124 Budapest, Csörsz u. 18.
Family·Ages 0–7·Indoor
Cave Tale: The Bear's Friends Puppet Show
A puppet show adventure for young children at Klauzál Gábor Cultural Centre.
Klauzál Gábor Community Center – Cave Dwelling · 1222 Budapest, Nagytétényi út 31 - 33.
Family·Ages 1–7·Indoor
Kőketánc – Moldavian and Gyimes Children's Dance House and Craft Workshop
A folk dance house with Moldavian and Gyimes music, singing games, tales and crafts for toddlers to young children with parents.
National Dance Theatre – Lobby · 1024 Budapest, Kis Rókus utca 16-20.
Family·Indoor
Cifra Palota – "Cifra World": A Sea of Music and Scent
A family morning series at Müpa with stage shows, dance, puppetry and folk music for all ages.
Müpa Budapest · 1095 Budapest, Komor Marcell u. 1.
Museums & sights·Ages 6+·Indoor
Shake Hands!
An interactive family session connected to the Ancient Egypt exhibition at the Museum of Fine Arts.
Museum of Fine Arts · 1146 Budapest, Dózsa György út 41.
Museums & sights·Ages 7–13·Indoor
In Search of the Golden Apples
A museum programme for children exploring tale and history at Pesti Vigadó.
Pesti Vigadó · 1051 Budapest, Vigadó tér 2.
Arts & crafts·Ages 3–6·Indoor
Spinning Wheel Craft Workshop
A Sunday craft morning where young children and their parents create together.
Marczibányi tér 5/A, 1022 Budapest
Music·Ages 10–15·Indoor
Classics on Slow Fire - Liszt Bugs Academy - Song Brewing Matinee for 10-15 year olds
A matinee for 10-15 year olds combining well-known classical music excerpts in playful new arrangements.
Liszt Academy – Solti Hall · 1061 Budapest, Liszt Ferenc tér 8.
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Monday, September 28
7 events
Family·Ages 1–3·Indoor
Tinker Music
A musical play session using everyday objects and songs for toddlers aged 1.5-3 with their parents.
Müpa Budapest · 1095 Budapest, Komor Marcell u. 1.
Family·Ages 0–12·Indoor
Programme Sampler
A free family programme for children at a cultural centre in Óbuda.
3K – Kaszásdűlő Cultural Center · 1032 Budapest, San Marco utca 81.
Theatre & stage·Ages 6–14·Indoor
Marczi's Margit Group
A children's drama studio developing personality, creativity, speech and stage skills under Földessy Margit.
Marczibányi tér 5/A, 1022 Budapest
Learning·Ages 6–11·Indoor
Arkki Architecture School
Weekly architecture courses for elementary school children exploring design and creative thinking.
Marczibányi tér 5/A, 1022 Budapest
Learning·Ages 7–14·Indoor
Kriszta Szalai's Köszi Drama Team
A drama and improvisation group for children aged 7-14 building confidence and teamwork.
Kultúrkúria · Templom u. 2, 1028 Budapest
Arts & crafts·Ages 6–12·Indoor
Ceramics Workshop for Children
A weekly pottery workshop for young children to learn basic clay modelling techniques.
Marczibányi tér 5/A, 1022 Budapest
Family·Indoor
Origami Club Afternoon 2026/2
A family-friendly origami folding club session for all ages at the library.
Terézváros Children's Library · Terézvárosi Gyermekkönyvtár
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Tuesday, September 29
7 events
Family·Ages 0–3·Outdoor
Look, Mama! - Várkert Bazár Like You've Never Seen It - Baby-Mama Walk
A guided walk through the Várkert Bazár's Neo-Renaissance garden for parents with babies under one year old.
Buda Castle Walks · 1013 Budapest, Ybl Miklós tér - Ybl Miklós szobor
Theatre & stage·Ages 6+·Indoor
The Little Prince
A wordless dance-theatre adaptation of the beloved novel, suitable for all generations.
National Dance Theatre – Small Hall · 1024 Budapest, Kis Rókus utca 16-20.
Arts & crafts·Ages 8–10·Indoor
CerkaRóka Creative Studio
An animation and creative craft workshop for kids aged 8-10 who love cartoons and making things.
Marczibányi tér 5/A, 1022 Budapest
Sports·Ages 3–6·Indoor
Preschool Dance
A fun beginner dance class for preschoolers aged 3-6 developing coordination and rhythm.
Kultúrkúria · Templom u. 2, 1028 Budapest
Sports·Ages 7–14·Indoor
Girly Dance
A dance class for girls aged 7-14 combining ballroom dances with fun hip-hop moves.
Kultúrkúria · Templom u. 2, 1028 Budapest
Arts & crafts·Ages 8+·Indoor
Enamel Jewellery Workshop
A weekly enamel jewellery-making workshop for adults and children aged 8 and up.
Marczibányi tér 5/A, 1022 Budapest
Sports·Ages 7–13·Indoor
Hip-Hop Course
An advanced hip-hop dance class for children aged 7-13 with modern music and choreography.
Kultúrkúria · Templom u. 2, 1028 Budapest
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Wednesday, September 30
9 events
Family·Indoor
Hungarian Folk Tale Day
A creative folk-tale themed program at the library for babies, kids, teens and adults.
Lőrinci Central Library · Lőrinci Nagykönyvtár
Music·Ages 0–3·Indoor
What to sing at home with the little ones?
Weekly musical session with singing games for babies and toddlers with their parents.
Marczibányi tér 5/A, 1022 Budapest
Music·Ages 0–3·Indoor
Ringató at Lóvasút
Singing and playing session for parents and babies from a few months old.
Lóvasút Cultural and Event Center – LÓVASÚT – PLATFORM · 1121 Budapest, Budapest, Zugligeti út 64.
Theatre & stage·Ages 11–15·Indoor
Petőfi Sándor: János Vitéz
Interactive introductory theatre performance of the classic tale for school-age students.
Marczibányi tér 5/A, 1022 Budapest
Theatre & stage·Ages 9–12·Indoor
János Vitéz
A theatrical adaptation of the classic Hungarian epic poem, for children aged 9-12.
Kolibri Theatre · 1061 Budapest, Jókai tér 10.
Family·Ages 0–3·Indoor
Ringató - Musical Sessions for Toddlers
A weekly musical session with songs and rhymes for young children and their parents.
Müpa Budapest · 1095 Budapest, Komor Marcell u. 1.
Arts & crafts·Ages 6+·Indoor
Ceramics Workshop for Children and Adults
A weekly ceramics workshop teaching shaping, throwing, and glazing techniques for children and adults.
Marczibányi tér 5/A, 1022 Budapest
Family·Ages 6–12·Indoor
Colour It Again! – Museum Workshop for Kids
A creative museum workshop for children aged 6-12 at the Hungarian National Gallery.
Hungarian National Gallery · 1014 Budapest, Szent György tér 2.
Family·Ages 3–12·Indoor
Paper Theatre and Slide Show at the Library
A monthly paper theatre and slideshow performance for children and families.
Pesterzsébet Library · Pesterzsébeti Könyvtár
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Thursday, October 1
9 events
Festivals & markets·Indoor
FSZEK at the 31st International Book Festival
The Budapest metropolitan library presents its programme at the international book festival for all ages.
Metropolitan Ervin Szabó Library · 1088 Budapest, Szabó Ervin tér 1.
Family·Ages 0–3·Indoor
Ringató – Early Childhood Music Education
A musical program for babies and toddlers with their parents based on Kodály principles.
Fonó Budai Music House · 1116 Budapest, Sztregova utca 3.
Family·Ages 0–6·Indoor
Mother-Baby Morning: Motherhood in the Art of Mária Kósa (Molnár)
A mother-baby morning programme exploring motherhood through the art of Mária Kósa Molnár.
Budapest History Museum – Kiscelli Museum · 1036 Budapest, Lajos utca 158.
Museums & sights·Ages 0–3·Indoor
With Baby at the Museum! | Our Everyday Objects
A guided museum tour about everyday objects designed for parents with babies who would otherwise miss out on culture.
Hungarian National Museum · 1088 Budapest, Múzeum krt. 14-16.
Museums & sights·Ages 0–3·Indoor
Mama, Look! – Modern Times
A guided tour for new mothers and fathers with their babies at the National Gallery.
Hungarian National Gallery · 1014 Budapest, Szent György tér 2.
Sports·Ages 5+·Indoor
Classical Ballet (Preparatory Group)
Classical ballet preparatory class for children aged 5 and up.
Kultúrkúria · Templom u. 2, 1028 Budapest
Family·Ages 7–14·Indoor
Bird School
Monthly bird-watching workshop teaching kids aged 7-14 about the world of birds.
Marczibányi tér 5/A, 1022 Budapest
Music·Indoor
Rutkai Bori Band Family Choir
A family choir where parents and children sing songs together with the Rutkai Bori Banda.
Marczibányi tér 5/A, 1022 Budapest
Family·Ages 3–7·Indoor
Fiddle-Faddle Nursery
Interactive musical games for preschoolers using everyday objects to spark creativity.
Müpa Budapest · 1095 Budapest, Komor Marcell u. 1.
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Family·Outdoor
Opening Weekend at Bázel Boathouse
A weekend of workshops, tours, and family activities including a dog day and Sunday family programme at a Danube boathouse.
Bázel Boathouse · 1033 Budapest, Mozaik u. 24.
Wellness·Indoor
Hegyvidék Health Day
A free health day with screenings, consultations and family programmes at MOM Kulturális Központ.
MOMkult · 1124 Budapest, Csörsz utca 18.
Museums & sights·Ages 6–12·Indoor
Researchers' Night at the Hungarian National Museum
A playful treasure hunt for children exploring museum research and professions like archaeology and restoration.
Hungarian National Museum · 1088 Budapest, Múzeum krt. 14-16.
Family·Ages 0–3·Indoor
Ringató Session – Hold, Rock, Sing!
A musical singing and movement session for parents and babies based on the popular Ringató method.
National Dance Theatre – Chamber Hall · 1024 Budapest, Kis Rókus utca 16-20.
Family·Outdoor
Loco Picnic and Garden Railway Meetup
A railway-themed family gathering celebrating the 20th anniversary of the park's garden railway.
Tatai út 95., Budapest, Hungary, 1142 · Tatai utca 95, Budapest 1131
Family·Ages 0–12
Hétfői társasozás az Akváriumban 🌟 Board game night // Játszóház Projekt
Akvárium Klub Official · Erzsebet ter 12, Budapest 1051
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