March 15 Budapest National Holiday

March 15 is a historical national holiday in Budapest, Hungary commemorating the 19th century revolution and war of independence against the ruling of the Hapsburg Empire.

On March 15, the city of Budapest turns into a citywide “festival”, full of Hungarian banners, people wearing Cockades (kokarda), and enjoying their time off in parks, squares where processions, speeches, demonstrations and concerts take place.

More about Budapest March 15 National Holiday on Top Budapest Travel Guide.