World Food Day 2026 in Hungary. Programme of events

29/09/2026 - 22/10/2026

In addition to the FAO-organized World Food Day 2026 flagship events in Budapest, the World Food Day week in Hungary offers the public many more activities.

In mid-October, public institutions, universities, museums, science centres, international organizations, cultural institutes, civil society, retailers, restaurants and other partners will organize a coordinated programme of activities across Hungary and on their digital platforms.

From measurement to policy: sustainability assessments for the future of farming
14 October 2026, Budapest, Hungary

Agri Kulti Nonprofit Ltd. will organize an expert forum on current approaches to farm-level sustainability assessment in Hungary, including existing tools and practical experience.

The discussion will explore how better sustainability assessment can support more sustainable and resilient agriculture and inform farm-level decisions, agricultural policy and support schemes.

“What’s for dinner? – Our pantry under the spotlight”
15 October 2026, 1051 Budapest, Arany János u. 31.

The Hungarian Red Cross will organize an interactive World Food Day open day for school-age children, including a food waste quiz and game, creative collage workshops, tastings and presentations.

The programme will also introduce Red Cross social enterprises involved in food production and processing.

Hungarian Millers’ Day
10.00 CEST, 15 October 2026, Szeged, Hungary
Venue and address: Selyemgyár Kulturális Negyed, 7700 Mohács Szent János u. 5.

The University of Szeged will organize an event bringing together milling industry experts, researchers and industry representatives for expert lectures, an industry exhibition and technical visits, highlighting innovation in grain processing, sustainable food production and knowledge exchange across the milling sector.

From fragmentation to framework: towards food citizenship in the European Union
14.00–15.30 CEST, 16 October 2026, 1051 Budapest, Nádor u. 15.

The FoSSNet Knowledge Hub, together with the CEU Democracy Institute, will organize a seminar and panel discussion exploring “food citizenship” as an integrative, multidimensional form of governance innovation.

The opening seminar will review current European Union policies that explicitly or implicitly address food citizenship and highlight concrete local initiatives. Representatives of civil society, academia, businesses, FAO, and public authorities will then debate practical steps to shape the food environment in Budapest and Hungary to promote this approach.

Hungarian University of Agriculture and Life Sciences (MATE) World Food Day event
20 October 2026, 2100 Gödöllő, Páter Károly u. 1.

The public session will showcase the University’s diverse research portfolio, as well as its technology and knowledge transfer ecosystem.

Food waste reduction and pickling workshop
18.00–19.30 CEST, 20 October 2026, Európa Pont, Budapest

The European Commission Representation in Hungary invites participants to an interactive event which will explore practical ways to make better use of food – from proper storage and understanding date labels to preserving vegetables through fermentation and pickling.

A short discussion on food waste and possible solutions will be followed by a hands-on pickling workshop.

Sustainable Food Futures: Innovation and Education at ELTE
9.00–12.00 CEST, 21 October 2026, 1117 Budapest, Pázmány Péter sétány 1/A

The ELTE Institute of Chemistry at Eötvös Loránd University will host an interactive programme for secondary school and university students exploring sustainable food systems, future study and career opportunities, and the role of science and innovation in shaping the future of food.

The programme will introduce ELTE’s sustainability-related education and include hands-on laboratory activities on food analysis, nutrition and food safety.

University of Szeged World Food Day presentation and exhibition
17.00 CEST, 21 October 2026, Szeged, Hungary

Venue and address: Szegedi Tudományegyetem Mérnöki Kar „A” épület (6724 Szeged, Mars tér 7.), Kiselőadó (117) (University of Szeged Faculty of Engineering, Buliding ’A’ (6724 Szeged, Mars square 7.), seminar room 117)

This event will showcase an innovative food product, PeelPresso, developed by the University of Szeged, which transforms food by-products, including coffee grounds and fruit and vegetable fibres, into a premium snack, demonstrating the potential of circular approaches in food product development.

Other World Food Day partners and contributors

29 September – 16 October 2026

Businesses across Hungary are helping take World Food Day and its messages directly to their employees, customers and communities. Their contributions range from food donation and volunteering to consumer awareness and digital outreach.

Auchan Retail Hungary and Tesco are combining consumer awareness with community and employee engagement, including activities focused on food waste and responsible food use, employee volunteering to prepare food for people in need, and participation in food donation initiatives. SPAR Hungary and Wolt are also bringing World Food Day messages directly to consumers through their communication channels.

Food producers and other businesses, including Detki Keksz, Fitorex Food – YASO, Nutriqa Foods, Orsi, Spájz Szörp and Valoryz, are helping extend the campaign’s reach through their websites and social media channels, sharing World Food Day messages with their customers and wider audiences.

The private sector is also represented in the World Food Day Food Donation Convoy, where [participating companies] contribute food that will reach people in need through the Hungarian Food Bank Association.

Additionally, the Puskás Arena, the Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport and Malom Központ in Kecskemét are joining the campaign by displaying World Food Day messages and visuals on their digital screens.

Together, these contributions extend World Food Day into places where people work, shop and make everyday food choices, complementing the public events taking place across Hungary.

FAO Regional Office for Europe and Central Asia

World Food Day 2026 in Hungary. Programme of events

Other World Food Day partners and contributors

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