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