100 Member Gypsy Orchestra, Wine Tasting & Dinner – December 30
Experience an unforgettable pre-New Year’s Eve celebration in Budapest with the world-renowned 100 Member Gypsy Orchestra on December 30th, 2025, at the Budapest Congress Center. As part of the MUSIC-WINE Celebration, this pre-New Year’s Eve 100 Gypsy Gala Concert & Wine Tasting & Dinner tradition combines spectacular melodies with exquisite Hungarian wines, offering guests a magical evening of culture and indulgence. With 55 sold-out performances at the prestigious Théâtre des Champs-Élysées in Paris, the 100 Member Gypsy Orchestra has earned its reputation as a global sensation. With Concert & Wine Tasting tickets starting from €60, and Concert Wine Dinner Concert Tickets from €133, you can choose between wine tasting during the concert or an elevated experience with a four-course festive dinner.
Continuing the tradition, audiences will again enjoy popular melodies by Ferenc Lehár, Imre Kálmán, and Johann Strauss, performed by two outstanding soloists: Enikő Lévai from the Budapest Operetta Theatre and Máté Fülep from the Hungarian State Opera House. The concert will conclude with the traditional Pacsirta and the Radetzky March, conducted by principal violinist József Lendvai Csócsi, accompanied by a spectacular fireworks display.
Gala Concert Wine Tasting – Dinner Schedule
- 6:30 PM: Opening / Welcome Drink
- 7:00 PM: Concert (1st Part) / Dinner (if ordered)
- 8:00 PM: Interval – Wine Tasting
- 8:25 PM: Concert (2nd Part) / Dinner Continues (if ordered)
Gala Concert Programme / 100 Member Gypsy Orchestra
Part 1
- Khachaturian: Sword Dance
- J. Strauss: Long Live the Hungarians!
- Brahms: Hungarian Dances No. 5
- Z. Horváth: Gypsy Fire
- Gy. Farkas: First Hungarian Coronation Recruit Dance
- E. Reményi: Fly, My Swallow (Violin Competition)
- J. Strauss: The Gypsy Baron – Zsupán’s Entrance (Máté Fülep)
- Imre Kálmán: The Csárdás Princess – Silvia’s Entrance (Enikő Lévai)
- I Would Dance with Happiness (Duet)
- Queen: Bohemian Rhapsody (Cello Solo)
- Sarasate: In a Gypsy Style
- Bizet: Carmen (Variations)
Part 2
- Rossini: William Tell (Overture)
- Suppé: Light Cavalry (Overture)
- J. Strauss: Die Fledermaus – Rosalinda’s Csárdás
- J. Strauss: Tere-fere Polka
- J. Strauss: Thunder and Lightning (Polka)
- Cimbalom Solo
- Rossini: The Barber of Seville (Overture)
- Imre Kálmán: Countess Maritza – Hey, Gypsy (Máté Fülep)
- Ferenc Lehár: Giuditta – Giuditta’s Entrance (Enikő Lévai)
- A. Szirmai: Miska the Magnate – Cymbal’s Clanging Pitiless World (Duet)
- Imre Kálmán: The Csárdás Princess – Oh, Mama (Duet)
- Dinicu: The Lark
- J. Strauss: Radetzky March
Program subject to change.
Dinner Menu / 100 Member Gypsy Orchestra
Enhance your December 30th evening with an exquisite Dinner and Wine Tasting Experience alongside the spectacular 100 Member Gypsy Orchestra. Choose between a hot dinner menu, featuring a gourmet four-course meal, or a cold dinner plate, offering a selection of fine delicacies, both paired with premium Hungarian wines. This unique combination of world-class music, fine dining, and wine tasting creates an unforgettable cultural celebration, perfect for starting your New Year’s festivities in style.
Menu
Menu
(For 4-course dinner tickets: VIP, Category I & II)
Starter:
Torchon of foie gras with candied orange chutney, Mangalica ham, and brioche
Soup:
Rich guinea fowl consommé
Main Course:
Mangalica tenderloin wrapped in bacon, served with gratin potatoes, grilled vegetables, and porcini sauce
Dessert:
Pumpkin seed choux with raspberries
Bread and salted butter
White wine, red wine, rosé, mineral water, coffee
Cold Dinner Plates & Wine Tasting at pre NYE Gala Concert
Torchons of foie gras with buttered brioche
1 slice Mangalica ham with orange chutney
1 slice gravlax salmon with frisée salad and wasabi foam
Goat cheese tart with confit tomato and microgreens
Eggplant tartare
Salad
Bread and salted butter
White wine, red wine, rosé, mineral water, coffee
Executive Chef:
Ákos Kosztán
Novotel Budapest City & Budapest Congress Center
Dinner Wines:
- Bock Ermitage Villány Classic Red – Bock Winery Ltd.
- Premium Cabernet Sauvignon Red – Koch Winery Ltd.
- Egri Csillag Superior White – Varsányi Winery Ltd.
- Nyakas Rosé – Nyakas Winery Plc.
Ticket Categories and Pricing
- V.I.P. Category
- Seating at 8-person tables
- Includes dinner and wine
- I. Category
- Seating at 8-person tables
- Includes dinner and wine
- II. Category
- Seating at 8- and 6-person tables
- Includes dinner and wine
- III. Category
- Seating at 6-person tables
- Includes wine and a cold dinner plate
- IV. Category
- Concert ticket with wine tasting
- Balcony Rows 1–3
- V. Category
- Concert ticket with wine tasting
- Balcony Rows 4–7
- VI. Category
- Concert ticket with wine tasting
- Balcony Rows 8–9
The 100 Member Gypsy Orchestra is a world-renowned musical ensemble celebrated for its unparalleled artistry and cultural significance. From mesmerizing audiences at the opening of the Lisbon World Expo to delivering a show-stopping performance at the 45th International Music Festival in Carthage before 15,000 spectators, their music transcends borders. With 55 sold-out performances at the prestigious Theatre des Champs-Élysées in Paris and annual tours in France since 1994, their legacy extends to cities across Africa, America, Asia, Australia, and Europe, making them a global treasure in the music world.
Founded in 1985, the orchestra’s creation was inspired by a deeply moving moment at the funeral of Sándor Járóka Sr., the “Prímáskirály” (King of Primás). Hundreds of musicians from across Hungary united in a heartfelt tribute, sparking the idea of forming a grand ensemble to preserve and celebrate Roma musical traditions. Their extraordinary contributions earned them the Hungarian Heritage Award in 2000 and a place in the Guinness World Records.
Whether performing soulful Hungarian classics or showcasing their signature virtuosity, the 100 Member Gypsy Orchestra embodies a timeless blend of tradition and excellence. Their performances are not just concerts—they’re emotional, unforgettable experiences that connect audiences to the vibrant spirit of Roma culture and music.
