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NIGHTLIFE<br />
for regular live gigs. Open Mon-Wed 11:30am-<br />
10pm, Thu-Fri 11:30am-midnight and Sat 6pm-<br />
1:30am. Pest IX, Mátyás u. 8. T: (+36 1) 455 8077,<br />
www.opusjazzclub.hu Map E7<br />
ORFEUM This underground cabaret serves<br />
up tasty cocktails and classy entertainment,<br />
from swing and jazz shows to Frank Sinatra<br />
tributes. Sink into a soft armchair or boogie<br />
under disco balls on the spacious dance floor.<br />
Open Tue-Thu 8pm-4am, Fri-Sat 8pm-6am<br />
and Sun 6pm-midnight. Pest VII, Erzsébet krt.<br />
43-49. T: (+36 30) 948 6448, www.orfeumclub.<br />
hu Map F4<br />
Pecsa music hall A classic venue for worldclass<br />
concerts and Hungarian luminaries, with<br />
both outdoor and indoor stages, found amid<br />
City Park. Pest XIV, Zichy Mihály út 14. T: (+36 1)<br />
848 0206, www.pecsamusichall.hu Map H2<br />
PÓTKULCS This hidden hangout is a locals’<br />
favorite for its bohemian ambience and cool<br />
shows. Open Thu-Sun 5pm-2:30am and Sun-<br />
Wed 5pm-1:30am. Pest VI, Csengery u. 65/B. T:<br />
(+36 1) 269 1050, www.potkulcs.hu Map E3<br />
Szabad az á Join Budapest’s artsy crowd at this<br />
legendary alternative hotspot. Along with regular<br />
live concerts, literary events, and theater<br />
performances, this place boasts cool indoor<br />
murals as well. Open daily 6pm-7am. Pest VII,<br />
Nagy Diófa u. 8. T: (+36 20) 434 1020, www.<br />
szabadaza.hu Map E5<br />
TEREM Located near Erzsébet bridge, this event<br />
venue gives place to gala diners and wellknown<br />
party-series, among others. Check their<br />
page for current events. Pest V, Piarista kóz 2,<br />
www.facebook.com/terembudapest Map D5<br />
Where to... Party<br />
Budapest’s <strong>nightlife</strong> might seem hard to navigate with its ever-growing number of<br />
various pubs, <strong>nightlife</strong> hotspots and clubs, so here is our mini-guide for dancing the<br />
night away. For a fun night out, head in the direction of the Bazilika. The majestic<br />
church’s neighborhood is home to a number of clubs, including the trendy Ötkert<br />
(p.3A) Kraft (www.clubkraft.hu), or Akvárium (p.3A) (pictured), which also hosts regular<br />
concerts, all in walking distance from each other.<br />
budapest jazz club Groovin’ sessions by<br />
classical jazz cats and modern performers. Pest<br />
XIII, Hollán Ernő u. 7. T: (+36 70) 413 9837, www.<br />
bjc.hu Map D2<br />
budapest park Party in the park at this fivemonth-long<br />
festival, <strong>where</strong> live gigs of Hungarian<br />
and international artists await music<br />
enthusiasts. Open Mon-Sat 5pm-5am. Pest<br />
IX, Soroksári út 60. T: (+36 70) 702 2919, www.<br />
budapestpark.hu<br />
COLUMBUS JAZZ PUB This grooving riverboat<br />
club features cool musicians, delicious<br />
dining and incredible Budapest views. Open<br />
noon-midnight. Pest V, Vigadó tér 4 (docked<br />
on the Pest riverbank). T: (+36 1) 266 9013,<br />
www.columbuspub.hu Map C5<br />
Cotton club Classy 1920s-style nightclub, casino<br />
and entertainment venue, with cigar room<br />
and dance parties. Special events include live<br />
music and buffet dinners. Pest VI, Jókai u. 26. T:<br />
(+36 1) 354 0886, www.cottonclub.hu Map E3<br />
DÜRER KERT A popular hotspot for underground<br />
concerts of both regional and global musicians.<br />
Pest XIV, Ajtósi Dürer sor 19-21. T: (+36 1)<br />
789 4444, www.durerkert.com Map H3<br />
FONÓ True Hungarian entertainment including<br />
many Gypsy-music acts is offered at this<br />
offbeat locale. Open Mon-Fri noon-midnight<br />
and Sat 6pm-midnight. Buda XI, Sztregova u. 3.<br />
T: (+36 1) 206 5300, www.fono.hu<br />
gödör klub This lively hotspot near Deák<br />
Square offers contemporary performances,<br />
exhibits, and live gigs by up-and-coming<br />
local and international bands. Pest VI, Király u.<br />
8-10. T: (+36 20) 201 3868, www.godorklub.hu<br />
Map D5<br />
kobuci kert This welcoming club in the courtyard<br />
of Zichy Castle carries on the festival spirit<br />
all summer long with regular live gigs. Buda III,<br />
Fő tér 1. T: (+36 70) 205 7282, www.kobuci.hu<br />
opus jazz club Enjoy smooth jazz melodies<br />
and tasty delicacies at this downtown hotspot<br />
Nightclubs<br />
4bro downtown Located right at the entrance<br />
of Gozsdu Udvar, this trendy nightclub<br />
offers dance parties, cultural events, gourmet<br />
street food, and a wide variety of drinks. Open<br />
Mon-Wed, Sun 5pm-2am, Thur 5pm-4am, Fri-<br />
Sar 5pm-5am. Pest VII, Király u.13. T: (+36 70) 953<br />
5617, www.4brodowntown.hu Map E5<br />
Aether Located in the basement of 4BRO<br />
Downtown, this club is offering regular parties<br />
for electronic music fans. Pest VII, Király u.13.<br />
T: (+36 20) 982 2146, www.aetherclub.com<br />
Map E5<br />
ALCATRAZ Party in a prison-themed environment<br />
that gives a new meaning to jailhouse<br />
rock. Open Thu-Sat 8pm-5am. Pest VII, Nyár u.<br />
1. T: (+36 1) 413 1152, www.alcatraz.hu Map E5<br />
ANKERT This hip open-air hangout offers regular<br />
parties with popular DJs in a trendy “ruin pub”<br />
setting. Sun-Wed 4pm-2am and Thu-Sat 4pm-<br />
4am. Pest VI, Paulay Ede u. 33. T: (+36 30) 360<br />
3389, www.ankert.hu Map E4<br />
BARBA NEGRA MUSIC CLUB Drink grog with<br />
the buccaneers at this pirate-themed club,<br />
featuring regular live concerts by local and<br />
international artists. Buda XI, Prielle Kornélia u.<br />
4. T: (+36 20) 563 2254, www.barbanegra.hu<br />
BARRIO LATINO CAFÉ Located near Oktogon,<br />
this friendly club awaits salsa, Kizomba and<br />
mambo lovers with regular parties, sizzling<br />
tunes, along with an active dance community.<br />
4A WHERE BUDAPEST I OCTOBER <strong>2017</strong>
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