Prague Easter Markets: 21 March 2026 - 12 April 2026

The main Easter markets are held at Old Town Square (Staroměstské náměstí) and Wenceslas Square (Václavské náměstí) in Prague's city centre. The two squares are just a 5-minute walk from each other.

• The Old Town Square Easter Market is the largest and most enchanting, featuring historic architecture as its backdrop, Easter-themed huts, an open-air stage, and an observation bridge adorned with the symbols and colours of spring.

Shopping for Handicrafts

Among the handicrafts on display at the market stalls are Easter decorations made of wicker, rushes and straw, whips made of willow osiers, handmade ceramics, jewellery, glassware, embroidered lace, candles, wooden toys, puppets and dolls dressed in traditional costume, paintings, and handmade blankets and tablecloths.

The most common item, though, is Easter eggs. Made from the shells of hen eggs or wood, they are hand-painted in a variety of colours and festive designs.

Food & drink

But, the markets are about more than shopping. All manner of food and drinks is available to savour, with much of the hearty fare prepared and cooked in front of you at the market stalls.

Food includes: Giant hams roasted on spits (šunka); terribly unhealthy but wonderfully tasty grilled sausages (klobása); grilled fish; flatbread topped with garlic, cheese and ketchup (langoš); potato chips (hranolky); smoked meat dumplings (knedlíky plněné uzeným masem); sweet dumplings (sladké knedlíky); crêpes (palačinky); local cheeses; and roasted chestnuts.

A variety of traditional Czech cakes and sweets also feature, such as sweet Easter bread (mazanec); a soft, sponge-like cake called lamb cake (Velikonoční beránek); gingerbread baked in the shapes of bunny rabbits, chicks, eggs, and flowers (perníčky); as well as chimney cake (trdelník).

Trdelník is a warm, sweet pastry made from rolled dough. It is wrapped around a stick, baked over an open fire, then topped with a sugar-and-walnut mix before serving. It is delicious on its own, but you can also order it with chocolate spread inside, filled with ice cream, or both.

A word of warning to parents: once a child has tasted trdelník, there is no going back. Its comforting, sweet, and addictive nature means you'll be pestered endlessly for another hit!

Alternatively, opt for a hot drink: mulled wine (svařák or svařené víno); hot mead or honey wine (medovina); hot apple (jablíčko); punch (punč); hot chocolate (horká čokoláda); or grog - hot water, rum, lemon and sugar.

Outdoor Easter shopping is so much nicer with a cup of mulled wine or a cold beer in hand!

Most items sold at the market stalls are produced or grown in Czechia or neighbouring Central European countries. Wooden ornaments, for example, are crafted from trees felled in Czechia, while the glass, metals and textiles used for handicrafts come from nearby towns and villages.

In keeping with the eco-friendly theme, drinks are served in recycled cups made of rPET or in returnable cups - look out for the "Cup Collectors" strapped to rubbish bins, or return your cup to a designated "Cup Return Hut".

Plates, cutlery and straws are either made from recycled materials or are fully biodegradable.

Music from the stage is relayed via speakers throughout the market, enhancing the festive feel for all visitors.

The Wenceslas Square Easter Market has an open-air stage too, putting on its own Easter-themed dance and music performances, but on a smaller scale. Performers appear Thursday to Sunday, from 16:00 to 18:00.

For an even higher vantage point, climb the Old Town Hall Tower (entry fee applies) to be rewarded with panoramic views over the market below and the city beyond, reaching as far as Prague Castle.

Street-level photography provides a different perspective. Among the market huts, you can capture vivid close-up shots of colourful wares, as well as food and drinks being prepared and served.

Prague is a wonderful city to explore on foot, so wear comfortable walking shoes or boots during the day.

For sightseeing, entertainment and dining, most places in Prague welcome visitors dressed in casual attire - this even applies to classical concerts in churches.

However, visitors should dress for the occasion when attending performances at the opera houses and grand concert halls, or when dining in high-end restaurants.

The most popular areas within Prague 1 are:

• Old Town (Staré Město) - centred around Old Town Square

• New Town (Nové Město) - centred around Wenceslas Square

• Lesser Town (Malá Strana) - quieter area across the river, with easy access on foot to the Old Town via Charles Bridge.

Having said this, we do recommend booking at least one Prague tour. There are fascinating historical tales wrapped up in the monuments, which only an expert guide can reveal. A professional local guide truly can bring the city to life for you.

the sights and tourist attractions are open every day of the Easter season - some attractions have limited opening hours on Good Friday and Easter Monday.

River cruises range from sightseeing trips to lunch and dinner cruises with live music aboard a luxurious, ultra-modern boat. Cruises run every day, including over the Easter weekend: river cruises at Easter.

From walking tours to bus tours to river cruises, there are so many ways to enjoy the wonder of Prague this Easter.

the Mirror Chapel at the Klementinum is another stunning venue. The historic nature of the building combined with the talent of the musicians creates powerfully emotive concerts.

For large, spectacular events, Municipal House and the Rudolfinum are Prague's grandest concert halls, and their performances never fail to impress.

Other productions include Carmen (Bizet), Nabucco (Verdi), Tosca (Puccini), Il Barbiere Di Siviglia (Rossini), Macbeth (Verdi), as well as operas by two renowned Czech composers: the lyrical fairy tale, Rusalka (Dvořák), and The Bartered Bride (Smetana), which is set over the course of a day in a traditional Bohemian village during festival time.

For ballet lovers, Swan Lake (Tchaikovsky) is staged at the Prague State Opera.

Metro stations and tram stops within a 5-minute walk:

Metro stations: Staroměstská (Line A), Můstek (Lines A & B), Namesti Republiky (Line B)

Tram stops: Staroměstská (trams 2,17,18); Namesti Republiky (trams 6,8,15,26)

Wenceslas Square Easter Market

Metro stations and trams stops directly at the square:

Metro stations: Muzeum (Lines A & C), Můstek (Lines A & B)

Tram stop: Václavské namesti (trams 3,5,6,9,14,24)