This year's late autumn proved to be particularly rich in terms of Hungarian cultural presence in Berlin and its surroundings: Collegium Hungaricum Berlin (CHB) and its partners organized a multifaceted series of events that both strengthened the visibility of Hungarian art abroad and brought Hungarian cultural heritage closer to local and international audiences in new and exciting ways.

The first week of November was dedicated to Hungarian culture in Slovakia, where the Liszt Institute Bratislava actively participated in organizing several prestigious events. The music, film and visual arts programs showcased the diversity of Hungarian culture, while also highlighting the importance of Central European cooperation and historical remembrance.

Between October 16 and November 6, 2025, audiences in Moscow and St. Petersburg had the opportunity to discover a selection of Hungarian feature films, animated films, and short animations. As part of the “Hungarian Film Days” series, the Liszt Institute in Moscow presented Gábor Bódy’s “Psyché” and Ildikó Enyedi’s “My 20th Century.” In addition, at the Moscow Grand Animation Festival, visitors could watch the animated film “Blue Pelican” as well as the latest selection of animated short films from MOME (Moholy-Nagy University of Art and Design). The series concluded with a screening of “The Whiskey Bandit,” where the audience had the chance to meet Attila Ambrus, the real-life protagonist of the film. The closing event was supported by the Russian subsidiary of OTP Bank Plc.

On October 26, 2025, the Várkert Bazár hosted the grand opening event of the Hungarian-Serbian Cultural Season, celebrating the shared cultural heritage, friendship and forward-looking cooperation between Hungary and Serbia with a full day of programs and an evening gala. The aim of the festival was to strengthen the relationship between the two nations not only on political and economic levels but also on a human and cultural level, demonstrating that Hungarians and Serbs have shared melodies, flavors and values for centuries.

This year, the Vajdaság Hungarian Dance House Gathering and Fair in Topolya served not only as a meeting place for the folk dance traditions of the Carpathian Basin, but also as the Vojvodina opening event of the Hungarian–Serbian Cultural Season. The all-day program, featuring dance performances, folk music concerts, a craft fair and community dances, celebrated and strengthened Hungarian cultural identity and unity.

The Hungarian-Serbian Cultural Season was officially launched at the Serbian Ecclesiastical Museum in Szentendre on 22 September 2025, organized by Hungary’s Ministry of Culture and Innovation.

This autumn, the Collegium Hungaricum Belgrade once again delighted audiences with a colorful series of cultural events. As part of the Hungarian–Serbian Cultural Season, an exclusive women’s capsule collection, created in collaboration between the Hungarian brand Printa and the Serbian brand Dechkotzar, was presented on September 30. In October, the Barnabás Négyessy Quartet’s sold-out jazz concert was a great success, while the “Grape-Thieving Festivity” in Belgrade and Senta offered unforgettable experiences for both children and adults through a series of traditional heritage programs.

After weeks of renovation, the Liszt Institute London has reopened its doors, signalling a vibrant return to fulfilling its role as the London’s leading Hungarian cultural hub. Nestled just off of Trafalgar Square, the institute welcomes audiences back with an ambitious programme showcasing visual arts, music, film and theatre — all in the spirit of cultural dialogue. Join the institute on its journey of cultural discovery!

The month of October at the Collegium Hungaricum began with an exceptional jazz concert by the Márton Lukács Trio, followed by an international conference exploring the colonial past of the Austro-Hungarian Monarchy, where renowned scholars and young researchers alike presented their findings. The EUNIC Literary Week brought the cultural diversity of Central and Southern Europe to the stage, and the month concluded with a spectacular dance evening commemorating the 1956 Hungarian Revolution.

In October 2025, the Liszt Institute Istanbul implemented a rich and diverse series of Hungarian cultural and scientific programs in Zonguldak. The events offered the local audience a unique experience that combined historical research, science, sports, and the presentation of Hungarian heritage. In addition to organizing a symposium on the historical and scientific relations between Hungary and Turkey, the Institute also held an exhibition entitled The Host State. On the occasion of research into Hungarian memorial sites in Turkey, a memorial park was inaugurated, which since October has been welcoming visitors looking to unwind and fans of Teqball – a sport developed in Hungary.