City Takeover brings together Budapest’s most unique locations with the international electronic music scene, offering a year-long series of events set in some of the capital’s most iconic spaces. The concept is simple yet striking: well-known and distinctive venues – from historic buildings to cultural hotspots – become the backdrop for immersive music experiences.
What makes the City Takeover series stand out is that each event brings a different atmosphere and musical direction. Created in collaboration with various party brands and organisers, every edition has its own identity and concept, while sharing the same goal: to showcase Budapest’s most beautiful spaces from a fresh perspective.
We like to find spaces that feel a little unexpected – places you wouldn’t immediately think of as party venues, and locations where events or parties might not have even crossed your mind before. That’s exactly what makes City Takeover so exciting: showing the city from a new perspective and bringing these overlooked spaces to life.
– said Lili Munteán, one of the organisers.
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In recent years, the City Takeover stage has welcomed some of the biggest names in international electronic music, including Joris Voorn, Alle Farben, Kungs, Dub FX, and Miss Monique. Alongside international acts, well-known figures from Hungary’s electronic music scene also regularly take the stage, strengthening the local community.
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The aim of the initiative is to create events that go beyond a traditional club night, bringing together music, the urban environment, and a shared community experience.
Season opener in Városliget: LEVI takes over on April 25
On 25 April, Városligeti Műjégpálya will host the first City Takeover event of the season, as music takes over one of Budapest’s favourite green spaces once again. Headlining the night is LEVI, one of the most exciting emerging names on the international electronic scene.
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His performances are defined by a distinctive sound, confident stage presence, and dynamically building sets that draw the audience in from the very first beat to the final drop. LEVI doesn’t just play music – he sets the pace. As part of a special offer, if you buy five tickets, the sixth one is free.
Details here and for tickets purchase here
Giolì & Assia to perform live at Vajdahunyad Castle on April 30
You won’t have to wait long for the next highlight, as City Takeover returns on 30 April with a special collaboration: together with the Be Massive Horizon team, the series brings a unique evening to Vajdahunyad Castle. Headlining the night is the Italian duo Giolì & Assia, known for performing electronic music not as a traditional DJ set, but as a fully live show.
(Photo: Szarvas Ádám)
During their performances, Giolì plays drums and a range of electronic instruments, while Assia complements the music with live vocals. The tracks are built on the spot, shaped through layers, effects, and improvisation, resulting in a truly unique sound alongside the striking visuals. Blending rhythm-driven electronic music with live instrumentation and vocals, their shows feel more like a concert than a traditional DJ set. Set against the historic backdrop of Vajdahunyad Castle, the evening promises a special experience where both the music and the location take centre stage.
Details here and tickets purchase here
Get your season pass by April 30 for extra parties and perks
City Takeover’s annual pass also offers the chance to follow the series throughout the entire season. Available until 30 April, the pass grants access to all events across the year – meaning more than 10 parties in total – along with faster entry and the option to transfer the ticket. The upcoming fourth season will feature artists such as Mahmut Orhan, known for blending cultures and styles, as well as Mathame and Stephan Jolk, promising a series of immersive and uplifting musical experiences.
(Photo: Boross Zsuzsanna)
Only people over 18 years of age can visit the events!
More details here
(Cover photo: City Takeover)
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