In a move that feels straight out of a dystopian nightmare, the Hungarian Parliament has officially banned Budapest Pride. Yes, you read that right. Under Viktor Orbán’s ultra-conservative rule, simply marching for LGBTQ+ rights could now land you a fine. Organizers, participants, allies—everyone is a target in this latest attack on queer visibility.
The new law forbids any gathering that “promotes sexual diversity” or challenges Hungary’s so-called “family values.” And it doesn’t stop there—just attending Pride could now be considered an offense. This isn’t just censorship; it’s state-sponsored queer erasure.
We’ve seen this coming. Hungary has been on a downward spiral for years—banning LGBTQ+ content in media and schools, blocking trans recognition, and outlawing same-sex adoption. Now, they’re coming for our right to exist in public spaces.
But Budapest isn’t backing down. Mayor Gergely Karácsony has already declared that Pride will go ahead—ban or no ban. Activists and allies are mobilizing. The queer community refuses to be pushed into the shadows.
This is bigger than Hungary. It’s a warning sign for all of Europe. How long will the EU tolerate Orbán’s war on human rights? How much more repression will it take before real action is taken?
At KET.brussels, we believe there has never been a better reason to go to Budapest Pride. This year, more than ever, our Hungarian siblings need our support. If there’s one Pride to attend in 2025, it’s this one. Budapest Pride is scheduled for Jun 28—and we should all be there. Let’s show up, be loud, and remind Orbán that he cannot silence us.
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