The Festival of Folk Arts is undoubtedly the best cultural and art event of Hungary. This event, that takes place in Budapest, gathers craftsmen from all corners of Hungary and brings hundreds of years of Hungarian art together in one place.
Festival of Folk Arts Activities and Events
While attending the festival, you can choose to simply observe or be an active participant. Certainly, the latter brings more fun, though! Around 800 booths demonstrate how to make decorative items or useful household objects. You can also make woodcarvings, basketwork, pottery, gingerbread, lace, or candles for yourself.
If you don't have the time or desire for DIY activities, you can simply browse for souvenirs. Don't forget to try some local festival delicacies, such as "kürtőskalács" (chimney cake) and "töki pompous" (a focaccia-style pizza).
Bread Blessing Tradition
Don't miss the Bread Blessing Ceremony on August 20. It's a centuries-old tradition, celebrating the feast of St Stephen with a festive procession of harvest wreaths and a solemn bread blessing. The parade begins at 2:30 pm, followed by the blessing of the bread at 3 pm.
Admission
In 2024, as part of the Saint Stephen's Day event series, Crafts Festival is free to the public.
