What happened today in Hungary? — 20 August, 2024
Budapest fireworks:
- PHOTO GALLERY, VIDEO: Spectacular Budapest fireworks in photos
- Tension rises as storm looms over Budapest: Fireworks show in jeopardy
- Fireworks for National Day celebration will go ahead in Budapest despite weather uncertainty
- Breaking: Budapest fireworks delayed to 10 PM due to storm
20 August:
- Heads up! Store closures in Hungary on 20 August: Major retailers Aldi, Lidl, Tesco, and where to shop
- Attention: Traffic and transportation changes in Budapest for 20 August celebrations
- What do the colours stand for? The symbolism behind the red, white, and green of the Hungarian flag
- Statement by Secretary Antony J. Blinken on Hungary’s National Day
- What are we celebrating? – A guide to Hungary’s national days
- Hungary evicts thousands of refugees, including ethnic Hungarians, amid National Day celebrations
Vacation, programmes:
- Night of Zoos: A special evening of wildlife wonders across Hungary
- Attention, beach-goers: New swimming spot opens in Budapest
- End-of-summer bargains: Vacationing at Lake Balaton could be up to 20% cheaper