City Walks

Join us for a fun evening of beer tasting and networking with fellow Budapest ex-pats at our next meetup event! Whether you're new in town or a long-time resident, this is the perfect opportunity to connect. Our event will feature a variety of local and international brews for you to sample and discuss, while enjoying great conversations. Don't miss out on the chance to make new friends and discover new favorite beers at Beer People at Lázár utca 7. Come raise a glass with us at the Ex-Pat & English Language Meetup!

**sip & journal 〜 *reflect*** (**May 27th**\, Wedneday 18:30 \| **Location:** Művház Kávézó) *Welcome to the* **unplugged club Budapest ✨** This evening we'll be journaling about **7 questions that will define your next 10 years**. You’ll have quiet, uninterrupted time to write and reflect. Afterwards, there will be space to share insights or reflections - completely optional. You can simply listen as well. **〜 What to expect** All you need to bring: ◦ A journal or notebook - no laptops, please ✎ A pen ☻ An open mind **〜 Schedule** 18:30 – Welcome, short introduction & journaling prompts 19:00 – 20:00 – Solo journaling time 20:00 – 21:00 – Optional sharing & informal conversation **〜 Notes** \- The event is free\, but please buy a beverage to support the venue\. \- We'll be sitting outside to enjoy the nice weather\. \- Come alone or bring a friend\. \- Please confirm your attendance on Meetup to save your spot\. We’re keeping the event small \- max 15 people\. **☻ Let's unplug for a few hours and turn inwards ☻**

Haladó argentin tangó óra heti rendszerességgel januártól! Várunk szeretettel! **Időpont**: Szerda, 20:15 - 21:30 (első alkalom 2026-ban: **január 6.)** **Helyszín**: Shift Stúdió, Andrássy út 35., 2. em., 12-es kapucsengő **Oktatók** Serbán Andrea és Szeghalmi Endre Órarend: [https://tangolibre.hu/orarend/](https://tangolibre.hu/orarend/) ✦✦✦ Advanced Argentine tango class held on a **weekly basis**. **🕒 Time** Wednesday, 8:15–9:30 PM **📍 Location** Shift Studio, Andrássy út 35., 2nd floor **Teachers** Andrea Serban & Endre Szeghalmi Prices: [https://tangolibre.hu/en/prices/](https://tangolibre.hu/en/prices/)

Középhaladó argentin tangó óra heti rendszerességgel januártól! Várunk szeretettel! **Időpont**: Szerda, 19.00 - 20.15 (első alkalom 2026-ban: **január 6.)** **Helyszín**: Shift Stúdió, Andrássy út 35., 2. em., 12-es kapucsengő **Oktatók** Serbán Andrea és Szeghalmi Endre [További részletek és órarend](www.tangolibre.hu) ✦✦✦ Intermediate Argentine tango class held on a **weekly basis**. **🕒 Time** Wednesday, 7:00–8:15 PM **📍 Location** Shift Studio, Andrássy út 35., 2nd floor **Teachers** Andrea Serban & Endre Szeghalmi Prices: [https://tangolibre.hu/en/prices/](https://tangolibre.hu/en/prices/)

**Details / Részletek** The language of the event is Hungarian 🇭🇺 Tudtad, hogy az építőipar digitális transzformációja nem csak szoftverekről, hanem a gondolkodásmódunkról is szól? A **Digital Architecture Meetup** legújabb eseményén a **LEAN módszertan** és a **digitális eszközök metszéspontját járjuk körül.** Ebben a rendhagyó kiadásban három elismert szakértő segítségével nézzük meg, hogyan lehet a pazarlást minimalizálni és a folyamatokat optimalizálni – a tervezőasztaltól egészen a kivitelezésig. **Miért érdemes eljönnöd?** Betekintést nyerhetsz a LEAN gyakorlati alkalmazásába olyan szakemberektől, akik nap mint nap ezen elvek mentén alakítják az iparág jövőjét. Megismerheted a rendszerszintű hatékonyság eszközeit, legyen szó irodai szervezettségről vagy a helyszíni irányítás forradalmasításáról. **Amiről beszélni fogunk:** 🔹 **5S a gyakorlatban:** Hogyan teremtsünk rendet és átláthatóságot a munkafolyamatainkban? 🔹 **Szervezeti Lean:** Hogyan vezethető be a módszertan a core tevékenységek szintjén egy modern szervezetnél? 🔹 **Last Planner System:** Felejtsd el a kaotikus ütemterveket – ismerd meg a kivitelezés irányításának egy sokkal hatékonyabb módját! **🎙️ Előadóink:** * **Hittner Márton** – LEAN szakértő/délkelet-európai régió, STRABAG (5S) * **Pap Réka** – LEAN szakértő (Szervezeti és core folyamatok) * **Tarnai Csaba** – LEAN szakértő (Last Planner System) ✔ Jelezz vissza (RSVP), hogy biztosítsd a helyed! **🏢 Helyszín** Puzl CowOrKing Budapest 1036 Budapest, Lajos u. 126-130. **📋 Agenda** 18:00 - Kapunyitás 18:30 - Intro & **Szakmai előadások:** Békési Imre, Pap Réka és Tarnai Csaba prezentációi 19:45 - 🎈 **Social Time:** Kötetlen szakmai eszmecsere, falatozás és networking. \-\-\- ☎️ **Ha plusz infóra van szükséged, hívj minket** Szalai Dóra +36 20 314 0421 Gaschitz Ágnes +36 20 2122427 \-\-\- **💬 Prezentációk utáni kötetlen beszélgetés** Az előadások csak a kezdet! Maradj velünk egy laza, kötetlen beszélgetésre (és falatozgatásra 🥗🥐). \-\-\- **Szeretnénk kifejezni őszinte köszönetünket a KÉSZ Group, Market Építő Zrt. és Strabag nagylelkű támogatásért.** ☝️ **RSVP** Kérjük, használd az RSVP-t (Visszajelzés a Meetup-oldalon, hogy jössz-e)! Ha valamilyen okból mégsem tudsz eljönni, kérünk, frissítsd a visszajelzést, hogy helyet szabadíts fel valaki más számára. **📸 Fényképek, videók** Készíts te is fényképeket és töltsd fel ide a meetup.com rendezvény oldalára. Örökítsük meg együtt eseményeinket! **💡 Neked is van egy Meetup témád?** Rendezvényeinket a te hozzájárulásoddal folyamatosan szeretnénk javítani. Ha van egy témád, vagy szeretnéd, ha céged szponzorálna egy rendezvényt, esetleg szeretnél segíteni a szervezésben, jelezd nekünk. **Előadónak jelentkezem: [https://forms.gle/dfo7J1E9Yn7cFxEj8](https://forms.gle/dfo7J1E9Yn7cFxEj8)** **Máshogyan akarok beszállni: [https://forms.gle/eHKSgBCS8fdmFxD79](https://forms.gle/eHKSgBCS8fdmFxD79)** \-\-\- The language of the event is Hungarian 🇭🇺

WESTERN MIGRATION A Comedy Showcase by Akos & Tauseef A night of stand-up comedy about culture shocks, moving abroad, bad decisions, and surviving life in the West Featuring hilarious international comedians bringing fresh jokes and chaotic energy. at Bunkert Free Entry — donations are expected First come, first served

Ahead of the **[BA & Beyond 2026 Conference](https://ba-beyond.eu/events/2026-convergence/)**, join **[EPAM](https://www.epam.com/?utm_source=google&utm_medium=cpc&utm_campaign=epam-branded&gad_source=1&gad_campaignid=1417497090&gbraid=0AAAAADHa0dIqc9UM3Ar0Z5AOKS3aPATMS&gclid=Cj0KCQjw2MbPBhCSARIsAP3jP9xuBv3KeQvxTsUM2kndebnl1WVakrADaTquJ8S5nshYKXIC_9OSHpMaAsIfEALw_wcB)** and the **International Institute of Business Analysis (IIBA)** for an exclusive in‑person pre‑event at EPAM’s Budapest Office. This free evening event brings together local and international business analysis professionals to explore the future of BA, share perspectives, and connect within the community—setting the tone for the conference ahead. **📅 Date:** May 27, 2026 (05:30 PM - 08:00 PM) **📍 Location:** EPAM Budapest Office ([Budapest, Bókay János str. 44-46, 1083](https://www.google.com/maps/place/EPAM+Systems/@47.4857881,19.0756114,18z/data=!4m10!1m2!2m1!1sEPAM+Systems!3m6!1s0x4741dda5d1de2fe1:0x8f6ce1be9b6d027d!8m2!3d47.485117!4d19.0792498!15sCgxFUEFNIFN5c3RlbXMiA4gBAVoOIgxlcGFtIHN5c3RlbXOSARBzb2Z0d2FyZV9jb21wYW55mgFEQ2k5RFFVbFJRVU52WkVOb2RIbGpSamx2VDIwMWJXTnRUbnBSYmxJeFZYcGplVTlYVGxSUk1YQnZZak5hYjFVeFJSQULgAQD6AQQIABAh!16s%2Fg%2F11h4ncs0dt?hl=hu&entry=ttu&g_ep=EgoyMDI2MDQyNi4wIKXMDSoASAFQAw%3D%3D)) **🎟️ Attendance:** Free, in‑person only, but **registration required** on the following **[LINK](https://wearecommunity.io/events/shaping-the-future-of-business-analysis-an-evening-with-epam-and-ba-and-beyond)**

**〜 unplugged sunday hike in Nagykovácsi 🌿✨** a morning in nature, not too far from the city 〜 we’ll head into the hills near Nagykovácsi for fresh air and good company ☻ 🕘 **when** Sunday, May 31st 9:00 → 15:00 **📍 meeting point** Széll Kálmán tér fountain ([https://maps.app.goo.gl/sEkyBE9jueH7c7n86](https://maps.app.goo.gl/sEkyBE9jueH7c7n86)) Between 8:55 and 9:05. **Don't be late, or you'll miss the tram.** **🥾 the hike** \~11 km \~460 m elevation. We'll walk up to Nagy-Szénás hill. Moderate pace, around 4 hours. We'll wait for everyone. Route map: [https://turistautak.openstreetmap.hu/mentettutv-17791795399zj2](https://turistautak.openstreetmap.hu/mentettutv-17791795399zj2) We'll visit Jegenye-völgy, Zsíros-hegy, Nagy-Szénás. **🚊 transportation** We'll take tram 56A to Hűvösvölgy, then bus 164B to Kökörcsin utca, arriving at 9:44. There are parking spots nearby. We hike until Nagykovácsi, Tisza István tér bus stop. From there, bus 63 (planned at 14:09) will take us back to Hűvösvölgy. **Budapest Passes are not valid on this section. Everyone should bring 1 BKK Single Ticket, a Pest County Pass (you can buy on the MÁV app), or equivalent.** The tram from Hűvösvölgy arrives back to Széll Kálmán tér at 14:54. **🎒 bring** – Valid BKK tickets or passes, as a Budapest Pass alone is not sufficient – At least 1L water, snacks if you'd like – Comfortable clothes & walking shoes for nature – Sun protection (hat, sunscreen) **👥 group size** Max. 20 people If you can't join, cancel by Saturday, so others can get a spot.

Hello everyone, Take a break from your week, make progress on your reading in good company, then join a relaxed chat about what everyone's been reading. **Schedule** 10:30 \- 11:00 \| Arrival & Introduction round 11:00 \- 12:00 \| Silent Reading Hour 12:00 \- 13:00 \| Chat & Discussion **The After-Event** ☕ After the session, we’ll head over to "Kisüzem" for some tea, coffee, cookies, and sandwiches. Feel free to stick around and join us to keep the conversation going! **Location** Metropolitan Ervin Szabo Public Library, Boulevard Library It will take place in the event room. After you enter the library, turn right, cross the lounge, and go down the stairs at the far end. If you bring snacks, you can have them in the lounge area. Whether you're a regular or a first-timer, you're welcome. See you there! **[Facebook Page](https://www.facebook.com/people/Budapest-Silent-Book-Club/61567388151835)** (previous books read in sessions) **[Goodreads](https://www.goodreads.com/group/show/1271292-budapest-silent-book-club)**[ ](https://www.goodreads.com/group/show/1271292-budapest-silent-book-club)(monthly book club voting) **[Silent Book Club](https://silentbook.club/pages/about-us)** (the idea itself, where did it come from?) This is a free event, but Meetup has its own fee. If you'd like to contribute and help keep this going, you're welcome to donate [via Revolut](https://revolut.me/schmidtpeter), every bit helps! (we keep track of all donations in this [spreadsheet](https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1C_N9CN_pQO5aUYezqzQW4GS7pr8IfplchwG8-ruZ19g/edit?usp=sharing))

Overnight hike for beginners: adults or children from 8 yo. without parents. An overnight hike for beginners. We'll walk along Moonlight Ravine, climb an observation tower, and camp for the night in a clearing near a spring. In the evening, we'll light a fire and cook dinner (vegetarian options are available). We'll spend the night in tents, and have breakfast again over the fire. After breakfast, we'll continue on our way. This is a beginner hike; we'll cover 7-10 km per day with 6-8 kg backpacks, with an ascent of about 300 m. Please bring: \- bowl\, spoon\, knife; \- hiking clothes; \- waterproof clothing; \- waterproof backpack cover; \- water; \- tick repellent; \- if you have a tent\, bring it also; for others\, we'll provide one\. Please rigister via Whatsapp: https://wa.me/36305183643 Telegram: @Rudra_AM Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/leonid.syrovyatkin Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/anandaviento/

Every Saturday at 8:00 PM, we gather in the city to share languages, cultures, and conversations. [[Click this whatsapp groupchat link to join](https://chat.whatsapp.com/CrJ7hXrYgckCM0f1D4kRUZ)] Our group is made up of friendly 20s–30s people — locals, expats, and travelers alike — who come together to meet new people and explore different ways of thinking. Whether you’re new to Budapest or call it home, this meetup is your chance to connect in a relaxed, open-minded space. Join us to swap stories, practice new languages, and build genuine friendships across cultures.

This month's topic is an discussions about clean energy. If you are: * working or interested in sustainability, * interested in bringing climate action into your current role, * or just looking to grow your network, exchange ideas, and connect with like-minded people, …this event is for you! Whether you are new to Budapest, a local or just visiting, we encourage you to join us in the city center for a friendly event to mingle with like-minded people. Our events are in English, so don't worry if you don't speak Hungarian. **Let's meet at KUBIK Coworking office!** [Join our Discord](https://discord.gg/UrgJ3EdHNx) to get to know our speaker before the event, and to keep in touch between meetups! \-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\- **What to expect:** 1. 17:45 - 18:00: Attendees arrive. Have a drink or take a snack, and chat with the other. 2. 18:00 - 18:10: **Greetings and introduction** 3. 18:10 - 18:20: **[Dénes Bulkai](https://www.linkedin.com/in/denes-bulkai-9a751017/) \- Energy Resources of Hungary** Brief primer for the discussion. 4. 18:20 - 19:20: **The Hard Questions of Clean Energy** Discussing solar power, batteries, nuclear, and air quality. We prepared a lot of questions for Dénes, but you'll have a chance to ask yours too. 5. 19:20 - 20:00: **Mingling** Have thought-provoking conversations and exchange ideas with other community members on the topic of sustainability. Drinks and snacks included! This event's speaker is Dénes Bulkai, Senior Environmental & Energy Efficiency Expert, consultant at [Bulkai Ltd.](https://bulkai.com/): *Denes has over 45 years of professional experience in environmental and social due diligence, development of energy efficiency projects and preparation of feasibility studies, which includes serving 17 years as a Senior Environmental Advisor at the EBRD in London. He has also worked as a consultant for the Green Climate Fund, EIB, FMO, IADB and IFC in 28 countries, including Albania, Botswana, Bulgaria, Chile, Hungary, India, Kosovo, Kyrgyzstan, Mongolia, Montenegro, North Macedonia, Romania, Russia, and Serbia, and as an UNIDO and UNDP consultant in Jamaica, China, and Iraqi Kurdistan. His experience includes reviewing environmental and social impact assessment documentation compliance with equator principles, EU and Hungarian regulations and calculation methodologies for energy savings and GHG emission reductions. Denes is a British and Hungarian citizen, and resides in Hungary. He has an MSc in Chemical Engineering and PhD in Analytical Chemistry, a post gradual degree in Economics and History, he speaks English, Hungarian, German, Russian.* \-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\- Let's share, learn, and build something meaningful together! **Note**: The talks and Q&A are recorded and published on YouTube, and photos on Meetup and in social media. By attending this event you accept that you might appear in a photo or video taken and published by the organizers. If you wish to remain private, please let us know on-site before the event. This event is hosted and organized by [Lombiq Technologies](https://lombiq.com/).

Join us this Sunday for a relaxed afternoon of good company, board games, and delicious food at Margaret Island! For this meetup, we’ll be sharing not only conversation and games, but also a little taste of home. If you can, bring a snack, dessert, or homemade dish from your country — whether it’s something traditional, nostalgic, sweet, savory, store-bought, or baked by you. It’s the perfect chance to discover new foods, cultures, and stories while enjoying the warm weather together on Margit-sziget. As always, everyone is welcome regardless of their Hungarian level. We’ll have a variety of board games and group activities ranging from complete beginner-friendly games to more advanced conversation games, so you can comfortably join in whether you’ve just started learning Hungarian or already speak confidently. If you’d like to join but feel a bit nervous about coming alone, feel free to message us—we’re happy to meet up with you before the event starts. That said, most of our participants come on their own, so you definitely won’t be the only one :) Meeting point: Margit sziget, Dr. Rakovszky Iván emlékműve (close to the music fountain) [https://share.google/nRvo4vdV9cnQPM5uG](https://share.google/nRvo4vdV9cnQPM5uG?fbclid=IwZXh0bgNhZW0CMTAAYnJpZBExdlpaWFVRRkhuMHVUeDZ3U3NydGMGYXBwX2lkEDIyMjAzOTE3ODgyMDA4OTIAAR4TaJvusIzChmQCYSysCNzGu6nlj7wIW_v-Hw1i-paAiJVkgQNM6tWeNkv04g_aem_uwk4fzcnt66LuI22niLUsw) Time & date: 31 May, 1pm You can buy your ticket to the event here: [https://cooltix.hu/event/6a13fd905f585485f1481c2e](https://cooltix.hu/event/6a13fd905f585485f1481c2e?utm_id=97758_v0_s00_e227_tv4_tp1_a1den5ew236onr&fbclid=IwZXh0bgNhZW0CMTAAYnJpZBExdlpaWFVRRkhuMHVUeDZ3U3NydGMGYXBwX2lkEDIyMjAzOTE3ODgyMDA4OTIAAR4oDqQ_6nzB4xec2-qvQeF6G82I2OE2_cJIftjD3dVj2q2dbvgbIakWC8Ku-Q_aem_MUjzM-NnP0N_NDll7BLl_A)

Zumba class at 18:00 at Hajós utca 1. 💃🏿💃🏿💃🏿

**Not everyone will come. That is exactly why you should.** **Two for Tuesdays** is for the people who actually want to get out and do something instead of just talking about it. We’re kicking off the night with a one-hour social walk before Duckpin Social. **Expect a laid-back** But an Intentional 1 hour walk (2-3 miles), good people, and a better way to spend your Tuesday than staying home and doing the same thing you always do. **If the weather does not cooperate, we’ll move indoors.** **This is a paid event.** A small contribution helps keeps events sustainable and ensures those **who RSVP actually show up.** Payment **Link Found in comments** or you can pay on Venmo, Paypal, @WiseUnlimitedLLC or Cashapp $WiseUnlimitedLLC. Walk RSVP **$2** Walk / DuckPin Social **$5** Walk / DuckPin Social + 1 game of duckpin **$12** Please be sure **to Put Event and Event Date** in the note when paying RSVP Fee

Join us this Thursday 6:30 pm at the Westerville Veterans Memorial for two loops around the Westerville Sports Complex fields. This 1 mile loop is a flat fully paved trail that straddles Alum Creek. Join us for a beautiful evening hike together!

Click Here For More Videos: [https://www.facebook.com/share/r/17vTa7EuwG/](https://www.facebook.com/share/r/17vTa7EuwG/) The Biggest Salsa Night to hit your mid-week is happening at Latin City Wednesdays. Get the feel of the Latin Beat as your hips and feet groove the right way. Viva Dance Columbus (2809 Festival Lane Dublin, OH 43017) 830pm-930pm Cuban Salsa Lessons 930pm-Midnight Open Latin Dance Party 15 With Lesson 10 Just Open Dance Free Parking, No Need to Bring a dance partner, No Sandals Please and Plenty of Space to Move Around.

Let’s meet and wander the galleries! General admission on Sundays is free.

Let’s meet and share discussion of the James Baldwin short story collection, Going to Meet The Man.