Sziget Festival
10 Aug 2027 - 14 Aug 2027
Sziget Festival 2027: The Island of Freedom Returns to Budapest
Sziget Festival 2027 returns to Óbuda Island for five extraordinary days of music, art and international celebration in the heart of Budapest. Set within the River Danube, the Island of Freedom becomes a temporary cultural city where hundreds of thousands of Szitizens gather to dance, explore and connect with people from around the world.
Born from a student-led gathering in 1993, Sziget has developed into one of Europe’s largest and most diverse festivals. Its identity extends far beyond the traditional main-stage experience, bringing together music, theatre, circus, dance, visual art, workshops and unexpected performances. From enormous headline productions to intimate encounters hidden among the trees, every part of the island offers another opportunity for discovery.
The official 2027 artist line-up has not yet been announced. Sziget has confirmed that the first names will be revealed later, so any currently circulating predictions should be treated as speculation. Recent editions have featured artists such as Bring Me The Horizon, Zara Larsson, Wolf Alice, Sub Focus, Argy, Dixon and Vintage Culture, highlighting the breadth of programming visitors can expect.
The eventual 2027 programme is likely to cross pop, rock, indie, hip-hop, electronic music and global sounds, supported by alternative stages and cultural venues throughout the island. Sziget’s non-musical programme is equally important, with contemporary circus, street theatre, dance, installations and creative activities transforming the festival into an immersive holiday rather than simply a series of concerts.
Visitors can stay on the island using Basic Camping or choose upgraded options such as Camping of Nations, Caravan Camping and Sziget Ville Premium. Pre-pitched tents, cabins, huts, lockers and camping equipment can be booked separately. Hotels, hostels and apartments across Budapest provide further choices for those who prefer to leave the festival site each night.
Óbuda Island is easily reached using Budapest’s public transport network. International visitors can arrive by plane, train or coach, while the Sziget Citypass by Budapest Card includes useful local travel benefits and access to an airport shuttle service. Cycling is another practical option for visitors staying nearby.
Full-festival, three-day, day and VIP tickets will be available, with instalment plans helping visitors spread the cost. Sziget Festival 2027 promises another vibrant celebration of freedom, creativity and human connection, where the line-up is only the beginning of the adventure.
Sziget Festival 2027 Lineup
Lineup to be announced soon. Check 2026 Lineup below:
Sziget Festival 2027 Tickets
Accommodation
Camping during the festival is included with the Full Festival Ticket (basic camping). All you need is basic camping gear, like a tent, a camping pad and a head torch (so useful in the night). If you don’t want to bring your own tent, the festival offers various pre-pitched tents & Glamping options
Alternatively, you can book nearby hotels and apartments using the map below or visit booking.com
Travel Info
BY CAR
BY PLANE
Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport is located south-east of Budapest and has good public transport links to the city centre. Buses depart every ten minutes and cost as little as €1 for a one-way fare.
BY TRAIN
Budapest has three major train stations: Nyugati Pályaudvar, Keleti Pályaudvar, Déli Pályaudvar. From any of these train stations you can get to Sziget very easily by public transportation.
From Nyugati Pályaudvar (20-25 minutes):
Take Tram 4-6 (right in front of the station) towards Széll Kálmán Tér. Get off the tram at the third stop called Margit Híd-Budai Hídfő. You will cross the Danube on the beautiful Margharet Bridge. On one side you can see the Margharet Island and on the other side you can see the Parliament and also the Castle!
At Margit Híd-Budai Hídfő take the stairs and get on the HÉV towards Szentende / Békásmegyer. The Sziget stop is called Filatorigát (4th stop). Get off here and follow the crowd until the entrance!
From Keleti Pályaudvar (40-45 minutes):
Look for the metro sign at the station! You should get on Metro 2 – Red Line towards Déli Pályaudvar. Travel on this air-conditioned, comfy vehicle until Batthyányi Tér (5th stop).
At the Batthyányi Tér station look for the HÉV lines and get on this train-like wagon chain and ride until Filatorigát (5th stop). Get off here and follow the crowd until the entrance!
From Déli Pályaudvar (25-30 minutes):
Look for the metro sign at the station! You should get on Metro 2 – Red Line towards Örs Vezér Tér. Travel on this air-conditioned, comfy vehicle until Batthyányi Tér (2nd stop).
At the Batthyányi Tér station look for the HÉV lines and get on this train-like wagon chain and ride until Filatorigát (5th stop). Get off here and follow the crowd until the entrance!
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