Fall brought not only cooler weather but also the season for great family activities! By October, families’ weekly routines during the school year are mostly back on track, but with a little luck, the weather may still be nice enough for us to get out of the house together. The Csinta team thought we’d put together a list of activities that will take the whole family out into nature or into the world of cultural recreation on the weekends. You can check out these activities in Budapest and the surrounding area; they include both outdoor and indoor options, and we’ve also included some that aren’t tied to specific dates, so you can head out whenever you like! Bring along some enthusiasm and curiosity, and don't forget to refuel with healthy snacks—a few Csinta Vegan Snack It fits in any bag 🙂
October 1. – World Animal Day
October 4 was World Animal Day, and to mark the occasion, we can attend events inspired by a love of animals all across the country. The significance of this international day lies in raising awareness about the conservation of species diversity, the protection of domestic and farm animals, and the importance of responsible animal husbandry. In Budapest, the Budapest Zoo and Botanical Garden and the Tropicarium are also welcoming visitors with special event series; you can find more information about them here: https://zoobudapest.com/tervezz-velunk/programtervezo/programnaptar/2022-10-08-allat-es-novenyszeretet-unnep https://tropicarium.hu/allatok-vilagnapja-2022/ 
October 8 – A Journey Around My Piano
Families who’d rather attend a cultural event this weekend also have plenty to choose from. The Hungarian House of Music offers programs for children every weekend, and on the morning of October 8, an interactive family music education event titled “A Journey Around My Piano” will take place, open to anyone aged 3 and up. You can find more information about this program here https://magyarzenehaza.com/esemeny/utazas-a-zongoram-korul
October 3 – It Fits in a Tiny Heart
On Sunday, October 9, at the Várkert Bazár in Budapest, an interactive children’s performance titled *It Fits in a Tiny Heart*—based on Krisztián Grecsó’s poetry collection—welcomes children from senior kindergarten through early elementary school who love to sing, reciting poetry, along with their families. You can purchase tickets for this event here: https://varkertbazar.jegy.hu/program/belefer-egy-pici-szivbe-enekelteto-kacagtato-gyerekeloadas-138927 (Vegan snack Don't forget our products at home!) 🙂 
4. October 8 – The Empire of the Avars
Anyone looking to get out into nature this weekend can now take a guided tour of the Jági Nature Trail in Pilisszentiván. The easy walk is suitable for family members of all ages, while We can gain insight into the unknown realm of the Avars. Advance registration is required for this program; you can find the contact information here https://www.dunaipoly.hu/hu/program/avarlakok-birodalma
October 5, 15 – Boccia – Demonstration and Game
„The Deák17 Gallery is unique in that it primarily introduces contemporary art to young people.”. By fostering receptiveness and openness, the institution contributes to the creation of a sustainable, inclusive world and society”—reads the gallery’s About Us page. In addition to numerous exhibitions, visitors can participate in interactive programs at the institution. The organizers showcase the world’s diversity through a wide variety of themes, On October 15, we’ll get a glimpse into the sport of boccia, which requires a high level of precision and can be learned even by people with severe mobility impairments. The Boccia demonstration and game event is free to attend; you can find out more about it here: https://www.deak17galeria.hu/programok/bovvia-bemutato-es-jatek/ 
October 16 – Hetedhét Dance House
Does your whole family love music, and do you often find yourselves breaking into a dance? If so, this program is for you! In the Palace of Arts’ “Hetedhét” dance house series, with the help of the finest musicians, traditional instrumentalists, and dance masters, children can take their first steps in dance and learn about the traditions of our regions: fairy tales, games, customs, music, songs, and the characteristic instruments of each region—not just as listeners, but as active participants in shared games and dances. You can purchase tickets for the program here: https://mupa.hu/program/csaladi-es-ifjusagi-programok/hetedhet-tanchaz-bukovinai-tancok-es-a-furulya-2022-10-16_12-00-uvegterem
October 7–16 – Creative Day in Celebration of Hungarian Painting Day
October 18 is Hungarian Painting Day, and to mark the occasion, the Óbuda Cultural Center is organizing a collaborative art project. At the event, both children and adults can express their love of art, with professional guidance provided by Aida Polyák, a fine arts instructor, and László Ákos Külüs, a painter. If you’d like to get creative, you can register for this event here: https://kulturkozpont.hu/esemeny/alkotonap-a-magyar-festeszet-napja-alkalmabol-4/
8. October 22 – Globetrotting Kids – Brazil
The next stop on D17 Gallery’s “World-Traveling Kids” program series is Brazil. Participants will learn about Brazil’s wildlife and culture, and after the presentation, they’ll have the chance to try their hand at capoeira, Brazil’s iconic sport. Participation is free, but advance registration is required; you can register on the program’s Facebook event page: https://www.deak17galeria.hu/programok/irany-brazilia/ 
9. October 29 – Evening wild duck hunt at Dinnyési-fertő
This program is a little farther from Budapest, but the experience is worth the trip even if you’re setting out from the capital! Here’s what the Danube-Ipoly National Park’s website says about this special fall hike: „One of the most spectacular events is the fall wild goose migration, when, at dusk, 20,000 or more wild geese feeding in the fields near Lake Fertő fly into the safe waters of the lake to spend the night there. During the event, in addition to bean geese, visitors can observe 10–14 species of ducks, 5–6 species of wild geese, great egrets, gray herons, marsh harriers, and many other bird species.” Advance registration is required for the walk; you can find the contact information here: https://www.dunaipoly.hu/hu/program/esti-vadlibahuzas-a-dinnyesi-fertonel (Vegan snack Don't forget our products at home!) 🙂
10. Gödöllő Arbopark
The Gödöllő Arboretum has recently been renovated and renamed the Gödöllő Arbopark. A walk through the arboretum can be enjoyable for people of all ages, as it is accessible with a stroller and offers both shorter and longer trails, so this outing can be a great way for the whole family to unwind. The area features a forest-themed playground and interesting educational stations for visitors, and anyone who’d like to can also take a ride on the miniature train in the arboretum. This activity isn’t tied to a specific date—you can visit Arbopark anytime during its opening hours 🙂 https://www.facebook.com/GodolloiArbopark 
