New Year's Eve dinner at Buda Castle

Ring in the new year with an unforgettable celebration at the Aranybástya, located in the heart of Buda Castle. Join us on December 31st, 2024, for a luxurious New Year’s Eve dinner, accompanied by one of the most exclusive panoramas of Budapest.

From the terrace, you'll have an unrivaled view of the city's fireworks at midnight, while savoring exceptional food and drinks.

As you enjoy the evening, live traditional Hungarian music from our talented string musicians will enhance the atmosphere, making this a night to remember.

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The programme

Arrival and reception: 20:00-21:00  

We welcome you with a glass of elegant Philipponnat Royal Reserve Champagne and a delightful amuse-bouche. 

Dinner Begins: ‍21:00

The exclusive New Year’s Eve dinner kicks off at 9:00 PM, with each dish prepared using only the finest, premium ingredients, carefully crafted to offer an unforgettable dining experience.

Midnight - New Year’s Toast (12:00 AM)

As the old year comes to a close, we’ll raise our glasses to the new one while admiring the stunning fireworks display across Budapest. Toast the future with Philipponnat Royal Reserve Champagne, celebrating this momentous occasion from the Aranybastya’s terrace.

Evening End (1:00 AM)

At 1:00 AM, we bid farewell to 2024, leaving you with cherished memories of a truly special evening.

Dinner Menu:

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Our carefully curated menu features an array of exceptional dishes, each prepared with the highest quality ingredients. 

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Amuse bouche- Welcome champagne: Philipponnat Royal Reserve Champagne

Starters

• Truffle Duck Rilette with Duck Liver Terrine, Kumquat Chutney, and Brioche

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• Zucchini Tartare with Vegan Feta, Pickled Vegetables, and Tapioca

Soup

• Grey Beef Goulash Consommé with Beef Cheek, Homemade Chives, Potatoes, Roasted Carrots, and Celery

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• Mushroom Consommé with Wild Mushrooms, Rice Noodles, Mung Bean Sprouts, Pak Choi (optional chili), and a Porcini Powder Sprinkle

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Side dish: calamondin-mango sorbet

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Main course

• Gemenese aged truffle steak, celery steak, Jerusalem artichoke gratin, mushroom tea, jus, jam

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• Black Cod Fillet with Sea Asparagus, Lemon-Dill Ricotta Black Ravioli, and Beurre Blanc

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• Celery Steak with Vanilla Vegetable Cream and Sushi Rice (Vegan Option)

Dessert: pear yuzu, walnuts

At midnight: toast the New Year with Philipponnat Royal Reserve Champagne.

Prices and reservations

• Restaurant Seating: 74,000 HUF + 15% service charge per person
• Igloo (for 18 people): 89,000 HUF + 15% service charge per person
• Private Igloo: 1,200,000 HUF + 15% service charge per igloo

Reservations can be made here!

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Other New Year's Eve Activities in Budapest:

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The Christmas Fair continues on Vörösmarty Square on New Year's Eve, offering a full day of entertainment with music and entertainment. It will be open from 11am until 3am.

Source : www.csodalatosmagyarorszag.hu

The Advent Fair at St Stephen's Basilica is open from 31 December to 1 January. In addition to the permanent exhibitors, there will be a music concert from 5 p.m. with Hungarian and international songs performed by choirs.

Source : www.turizmus.com

In the Várkert Bazaar, guests are invited to an electronic music party. 

Enjoy skating on the ice rink in front of the Buda Castle, on the Savoy Ice Terrace, until 22:00 on New Year's Eve.

Source:Savoyai Terrace- by far the best

An Advent theme park and ice-skating rink await in Városliget. 

The various theatres are also preparing a wide variety of performances: the Comedy Theatre, the Operetta Theatre and the Erkel Theatre are all offering New Year's Eve shows for culture lovers. 

In addition, many restaurants and hotels organise New Year's Eve dinners, where delicious food, dancing and music are accompanied by a midnight champagne toast.