Egri Bikavér Day
Attendees witness ceremonial barrel opening, dance performances, and commemorative speeches on the square, experiencing the heart of the festival's local tradition.
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Eger Bull’s Blood Festival
Egri Bikavér Ünnepi Napok
Eger, Hungary
Oct 15 - 25, 2026Expected
Each October, the Hungarian city of Eger celebrates its famous red wine, the Egri Bikavér or Bull's Blood, with a great autumn festival. Wine tastings, vineyard tours, and cultural events fill the city to mark the wine's "birthday," in a celebration of a centuries-old blend that lies at the heart of Eger's identity.
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Day 4 · Oct 18
Where it happens
Dobó István tér
Eger, Hungary
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Dress for the setting
Comfortable shoes for city events
Read the local rhythm
Small donation for wine samples if required
Respect local boundaries
Participate respectfully in wine tastings; follow local customs at ceremonial events.
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Crowds & timing
Crowd level: high.
Tickets
Ticket required: HUF0 - HUF2000
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Eger Bull’s Blood Festival
Egri Bikavér Ünnepi Napok
Eger, Hungary
Each October, the Hungarian city of Eger celebrates its famous red wine, the Egri Bikavér or Bull's Blood, with a great autumn festival. Wine tastings, vineyard tours, and cultural events fill the city to mark the wine's "birthday," in a celebration of a centuries-old blend that lies at the heart of Eger's identity.
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Egri Bikavér is a centuries-old blend that is central to Eger’s identity. The festival marks the wine’s “birthday” on October 18, with a week-long program tying together local viticulture, cuisine and arts. It underscores the communal pride in the Egri wine region’s unique traditions and the role of wine in social life..
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Day 4Oct 18Around 10:00Approximate
Egri Bikavér Day
Attendees witness ceremonial barrel opening, dance performances, and commemorative speeches on the square, experiencing the heart of the festival's local tradition.
How to show up well
first-timer tips
Dress for the setting
Comfortable shoes for city events
Read the local rhythm
Small donation for wine samples if required
Respect local boundaries
Participate respectfully in wine tastings; follow local customs at ceremonial events.
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Oct 15 - 25, 2026
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City / Area
Eger
Egri (Eger wine community)
Cost
HUF0 - HUF2000
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Families welcome
Very High visitor welcome
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