Median: October 23 is the least popular national holiday, but the majority considers it important to celebrate the 70th anniversary appropriately.
A recent survey by Medián, commissioned by HVG, reveals Hungarian attitudes towards national holidays, particularly regarding the 1956 revolution. October 23 ranks third among national holidays in popularity. 30% of respondents consider August 20 the most important holiday, followed by March 15 at 21%, and October 23 at 13%. About one-third of Hungarians view all three holidays as equally significant. The preference for October 23 is consistent across demographic groups, with party affiliation influencing the importance of August 20 and March 15. Among Fidesz supporters, August 20 is notably the most favored holiday.