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This year Advent Basilica is 15 years old. Voted Europe's Best Christmas Market fourth times, the event will open its doors on 14th of November 2025 and will run until 1st of January 2026 on Szent István Square in Budapest.

Whether you visit the square with family, friends or colleagues, you will be captivated by the authentic Christmas atmosphere. Not only the market, but also the wonderful hand-made creations, the fantastic gastronomic adventures, the artistic performances, the beauty of the Christmas tree or the exciting 3-dimensional play of light and shadow on the façade of the Basilica will all contribute to bring back the blessed anticipation of Advent and take us back to the Christmas wonder of our childhood.