Latest news in Hungary - 23 Jul 2025

Tusványos Festival Kicks Off: The 34th Tusványos Festival in Tusnádfürdő, Romania, opened on Wednesday, featuring discussions on key political and social issues in Europe, alongside concerts from popular Hungarian bands. Entry is free until 16:00, after which it costs 40 lei (about 3100 HUF), and attendees include high-profile politicians with Viktor Orbán expected to speak on Saturday. Read more here

Festetics Castle in Dégen Transferred to 4iG: The Hungarian government has decided to pass ownership of the Festetics Castle in Dégen to telecom company 4iG, as part of a broader initiative to transfer multiple state-owned castles to private companies for preservation and public access. Other castles included in this initiative are located in Füzérradvány, Komlódtótfalva, Sopronhorpács, and Tata, with the aim of maintaining cultural heritage while relieving state financial burdens. Read more here

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Tisza Party Gains Ground in Debrecen: Péter Magyar, the leader of the Tisza Party, recently held a successful interactive event in Debrecen, where he addressed community concerns and drew questions on healthcare and rail transport. With the Tisza Party gaining substantial support, evidenced by their near 38% vote in the last EP elections, many residents, including former Fidesz supporters, are increasingly voicing their desire for political change ahead of the 2026 elections. Read more here

Secret Russian-American Wrestling Match in Budapest: A wrestling event titled "Wrestling for Peace" took place in Csepel, Budapest, on Monday, featuring teams from Russia and the USA, marking the first European gathering of the Russian national team since the Ukraine conflict began. The match ended in a 6-4 victory for Russia and was organized in secrecy by the Professional Wrestling League without the support of the international federation, with both countries' anthems played—a significant moment given recent Olympic sanctions. Read more here

Ferencváros Triumphs in Champions League Qualifier: Ferencváros turned the tide in their Champions League qualifier against Armenian side Noah, securing a 2-1 victory after trailing in the first half. The Hungarian champions equalized just before halftime and took the lead shortly after the break. Despite finishing the match with ten players, they held on for the win, with the return leg set for next Wednesday. Read more here

Fidesz Struggling with Youth Unpopularity: Recent polls reveal Fidesz's support among those under 40 is severely low, prompting the government to launch a communication campaign against popular musicians like Majka and Azahriah, who they perceive as antagonistic figures. The cultural backlash is highlighted by chants at concerts and a surge in media aggression, illustrating Fidesz's struggle to engage younger voters amidst a changing political landscape. Read more here

Government Support for Returning Students: Starting September 1, schools in Hungary will receive 130,000 forints monthly per child for the integration of students returning from abroad, provided they have spent the last two school years in non-Hungarian institutions. Funding will cover up to ten months, with a total allocation of 450 million forints annually from 2026, and 234 million set for the remainder of this year. Read more here

Heatwave Warning in Hungary: A heatwave is sweeping across Hungary, with temperatures soaring between 30 and 40 degrees Celsius in the coming days, prompting a second-degree heat alert until Thursday night. Residents are advised to stay hydrated, avoid outdoor activities during peak heat hours, and ensure air conditioning is functional in vehicles. Read more here\

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