11-13 April 2024, Budapest
Ritmo’s showcase day is all about discovery and rising talent: 6 preselected bands play 40-minute gigs for invited professionals and the curious crowd. Hungarian and regional artists can impress the audience at Szimpla Kert, on Budapest Ritmo’s first day. The event can mean the first step of an international career for the bands, and the joy of immersion and discovery for the audience. The location of the showcase event is Szimpla Kert.
The showcase programme consists of 40-minute performances by jury-selected up and coming world music artists and performers. Entry to the showcase concerts is free of charge. Budapest Ritmo is a member of UPBEAT, the European showcase platform for world music, the showcase programme is supported and powered by UPBEAT.
Event schedule may be subject to change.
The showcase event venue, Szimpla Kert is an emblematic and popular Budapest ruin pub, beloved by Hungarians and tourists alike. It is a postmodern cultural center with live concerts, music programmes, exhibitions, farmer’s market, record fair, flea market in the city center.