Budapest, get ready — Will Smith is officially returning to the city, this time to take the stage. As part of his newly expanded “Based on a True Story” Summer Tour, the international superstar will perform at Budapest Park on August 14. This marks the first solo tour of his career and comes just months after the release of his long-awaited comeback album.
A new chapter: “Based on a True Story”
Will Smith's new album, Based on a True Storydropped in March 2025 — his first full-length record in 20 years since Lost and Found in 2005. It features collaborations with Big Sean, Joyner Lucas, Russ, and his son Jaden Smith. A standout track, “Beautiful Scars” (feat. Big Sean), includes a Matrix-inspired music video — a nod to the iconic role Smith famously turned down.
While the album received mixed critical reviews, it shows Smith's candid effort to process his past and reintroduce himself through raw storytelling. This tour also marks a significant public moment for Smith following the widely discussed Oscars incident in 2022. While he’s stayed relatively low-profile since, the tour — and the album — symbolize a creative resurgence. In Based on a True Story, he reflects on fame, mistakes, growth, and personal healing.
Budapest Performance Details
Smith will perform both new tracks and fan-favorite hits like “Gettin’ Jiggy Wit It,” “Miami,” and “Summertime”. The Budapest show is more than just another stop — the city holds sentimental value for him. In 2019, he celebrated his birthday with a party in front of St. Stephen’s Basilica, which drew massive crowds and went viral.
Ticket information
Visit the To the Budapest Park website for the latest ticket sales information.
Don’t miss your chance to witness one of pop culture’s most iconic figures live on stage in Budapest. With nostalgia, new energy, and a deeply personal album behind him, Will Smith is ready to reconnect — and the city is ready to welcome him back.
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