10/10/09

In 1980 on October 10th, at the Conservative Party conference in Brighton, Hungarian born British Prime Minister Margaret Thatcher famously declared that she would not change her economic policies declaring, “You turn if you want to. The lady's not for turning!”. These would have lightened her up a bit...

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Pálinka and Kolbász Festival (Festival)

Buda Castle, 10th October, from 12pm, 1900ft
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Pálinka and sausage - what more is there to life?

The entry fee includes a tasting glass and a 500ft 'tasting coupon' to start you on your journey to meaty oblivion. The Savoyan Terrace at the Castle is described as one of the most beautiful spots in the city, and all manner of pálinka will be available, proving it isn't just there to help you pass out at the end of the night.

If you are still conscious and fancy some music, Vodku will provide some folk at 4pm followed by Bacon and his Band at 6.15pm.

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Also worth a gander...

Alvin és a Mókusok (Concert)
Wigwam Rock Club 20:00, free
These chipmunks are less squeaky furballs and more punk rock. Have a look at their MySpace here. A 'rock disco' follows, have a go at headbanging around your handbag.

Roma Ikon Fesztivál (Concert)
Dürer Kert, 19:00, 3900ft, 3000ft in advance
A collection of hungarian artists appear at another packed night at Dürer Kert. Tonight stars Heaven Street Seven, Karavan Familia, Palya Bea és Dés András, colorStar, Magna Cum Laude, Maszkura és a Tücsökraj and Jazz And The City.

Doors emlékzenekar (Concert)
Rocktogon Pub & Roll, [map]
Another night, another tribute band at Rocktogon. Tonight we have The Doors, or at least a poor hungarian version of The Doors. They do seem to take it all very seriously though so don't be too harsh. MySpace here. Also appearing are Kedélyes Urak and Duende.

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