The Royal Palace in Buda’s Castle District gives home to the Festival of Folk Arts (Mesterségek Ünnepe) for the 20th time. Several hundred craftsmen and women, woodcarvers, pottery makers, weavers, musical instrument makers, blacksmiths come together to introduce their unique and traditional skills and products.

This is a good opportunity to learn about Hungary’s rich folklore and authentic arts and crafts while watching the artists working. The products sold at the fair make excellent souvenirs from Hungary. You can even try making your own craftwork. On the stages dance ensembles, music bands will entertain the crowd.

The festival reaches its peak at St Stephen’s Day on 20th August when craftsmen will have their own parade and the “Blessing of the New Bread” ceremony will take place.

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Visit some of the colourful programs of the Jewish Summer Festival at the end of August-beginning of September in Budapest to learn about the rich cultural heritage of Hungarian Jews.

Highlights of the festival programs:

• International Cantor Concert

Date: 27th Aug 2006, 19.00
Venue: the Great Synagogue in Dohány Street

• Klezmer Jazz

Date: 30th Aug 2006, 19.00
Venue: the Great Synagogue in Dohány Street

• Opera Gala Concert

Date: 3rd Sept, 2006, 19.00
Venue: the Great Synagogue in Dohány Street

• Bridal Dance (Klezmer musical)

Date: 3rd Sept, 2006, 15.00 and 19.00
Venue: Operetta Theatre

The festival has permanent programs every year:

• boof fair
• film days
• fine arts exhibitions

Tickets:

Festival Ticket Office, Síp utca 12., Budapest, VII. district

Open: Mon-Thur 9.00-17.00, Fri: 9.00-15.00

Tel: (+36 1) 413 5531 Fax: (+36 1) 462 0478