In recent months, the Liszt Institute Prague has strengthened the presence of Hungarian culture in the Czech Republic through a wide range of cultural programmes. From community events and international book fairs to contemporary art exhibitions, literary evenings and dance theatre performances, numerous initiatives have contributed to bringing the diversity of Hungarian culture, as well as the values of contemporary Hungarian art and literature, closer to Czech audiences.

During the spring of 2026 and the opening weeks of summer, the Liszt Institute London once again presented a diverse cultural programme, further strengthening the international presence of Hungarian culture. Through both its own curated events and strategic partnerships, the Institute sought to bring the richness of contemporary Hungarian art, literature, music and the visual arts to an ever wider international audience. The succession of events clearly demonstrated that the Liszt Institute is far more than a venue for cultural exchange: it is an active initiator of new collaborations and a vital bridge between the Hungarian and British artistic communities.

Throughout the spring and summer season, the Liszt Institute Zagreb continued to play a prominent role in showcasing Hungarian culture in Croatia through a wide range of cultural events. Performances by the Bekecs Folk Dance Ensemble in the Čučerje district of Zagreb and at the Croatian National Theatre in Varaždin were met with great enthusiasm, with interactive dance workshops inviting audiences to join in the experience. The exhibition "Szeged Slippers – How Does Tradition Become Contemporary?" explored the meeting point of Hungarian craft heritage and contemporary design through a major institutional and international professional collaboration. The Liszt Institute also served as an active host of the EUNIC Art4ALL Inclusive Festival, which welcomed around 300 participants and highlighted the importance of artistic inclusion and accessibility. The season concluded with the Hungarian Week and Hungarian Film Days in Pula, attracting more than 250 visitors and further strengthening the visibility and appreciation of Hungarian culture among Croatian audiences.

In the spring of 2026, the Collegium Hungaricum Berlin once again welcomed audiences with a diverse cultural program. Contemporary visual arts, design, music, sound art, and architectural history were all represented among the institute’s events. Highlights of the season included the international exhibition “As long as it’s pink” and the Long Night of the Sciences, which focused on presenting the Hungarian Bauhaus legacy.

From June 8 to 13, 2026, the 12th “More Than a Neighbor – Hungarian Cultural Week in Bratislava” was held in Bratislava, organized by the Embassy of Hungary in Bratislava and the Liszt Institute Bratislava. Over the years, the event has become one of the Slovak capital’s most prominent summer cultural festivals, attracting growing interest each year from both Hungarian and Slovak audiences.

In recent months, the Liszt Institute Moscow has presented Hungarian cultural values to Russian audiences through a diverse range of cultural and professional programmes. In April, the Institute hosted the presentation of the Russian-language edition of Bestiarium Hungaricum, introducing the rich world of Hungarian folk beliefs to a large and enthusiastic audience. Among the musical highlights were the unique improvisational concert of the Godse ensemble and the Vienna–Budapest Musical Salon, paying tribute to the legacy of twentieth-century Hungarian and Austrian composers. These events attracted several hundred visitors and contributed to showcasing the diversity of contemporary Hungarian culture and the arts. In June, the promotion of Hungarian achievements continued in the field of sport through the Teqball Days in Saint Petersburg, another successful example of international cultural and professional cooperation.

In recent months, the Liszt Institute Istanbul has organized a wide range of successful cultural events across Türkiye. In Istanbul, the exhibition The Festetics Family’s Istanbul Album attracted significant public interest, presenting nineteenth-century Istanbul through a remarkable collection of historical photographs. In Trabzon, an exhibition exploring the history of Hungarian–Turkish relations, alongside the programs of Hungarian Day and performances by the Hungarian National Dance Ensemble, drew large audiences. Marking the 350th anniversary of the birth of Prince Francis II Rákóczi, a series of cultural, gastronomic, and community events in Rodosto (Tekirdağ) commemorated his legacy, while the Rákóczi Museum building also underwent a major renovation. Together, these events highlighted the vibrant and multifaceted nature of Hungarian–Turkish cultural relations and demonstrated the Liszt Institute’s key role in preserving and strengthening these ties.

In the spring of 2026, the Liszt Institute Delhi once again strengthened Hungarian–Indian relations through a diverse range of cultural and educational programs. From the traditional commemoration in Darjeeling dedicated to the memory of Sándor Kőrösi Csoma, through support for international scientific youth initiatives, to a theatre camp presenting Hungarian folk tales, numerous activities contributed to enhancing the international presence of Hungarian culture and science.

During the spring of 2026, the Liszt Institute Bucharest once again contributed to the visibility of Hungarian culture in Romania through a diverse range of cultural programs. From supporting young musicians and presenting contemporary Hungarian cinema to promoting Hungary’s rich musical heritage, a variety of events attracted audiences in Bucharest and across Romania.