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Prague Events in May 2026
Prague hosts a wide range of events in May 2026. Discover the food and drink festivals, cultural and sports events, festive markets, live music, pop concerts and exhibitions. Find out what’s on in the city with our up-to-date guide. |
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| Butterflies at Prague Botanical Garden - Nature Exhibition | |
| DATE(S): 02 April 2026 - 17 May 2026 | |
| TIME: Tue-Sun 09:00-19:00 | |
| The Tropical Butterflies exhibition is held in the Fata Morgana Greenhouse at the Prague Botanical Garden. This tropical greenhouse offers visitors the unique experience of stepping into a jungle within the city. It showcases a wide variety of plant species, including several endangered ones, and is also home to chameleons, frogs, fish, and an impressive array of tropical butterflies. You can also witness the magical transformation from chrysalis to butterfly. | |
| WHERE: Prague Botanical Garden (Botanická zahrada Praha), Trojská 196, Troja, Prague 7 - Botanical Garden Map |
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| PRICE: Adult 180 CZK. Child/Senior/Student 120 CZK. Tickets are available on the day |
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| TRAVEL: Metro station: Nadrazi Holesovice (line C). Then, bus 112 direction Prague Zoo and alight at bus stop Kovarna. | |
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| United Islands of Prague - Music Festival | |
| DATE(S): 30 April 2026 - 02 May 2026 | |
| United Islands of Prague is a multi-genre music festival held on several islands of the Vltava River. The main stage is on Střelecký Island. The focus is on up and coming musicians and bands both from the Czech and International music scene. There are also club nights in the evening. | |
| WHERE: Střelecký Island (Střelecký ostrov), Prague 1 |
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| PRICE: Free Entry |
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| TRAVEL: Metro station: Narodni trida (line B); Tram stop: Narodni divadlo. | |
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| Labour Day - Public Holiday | |
| DATE(S): 01 May 2026 | |
| Public Holiday. Prague sightseeing and entertainment operate as normal. Shops have limited opening hours. | |
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| Festival of Rosé Wines at St. Wenceslas Vineyard at Prague Castle | |
| DATE(S): 01 May 2026 | |
| TIME: 11:00-19:00 | |
| Celebrate the month of love with a glass of rosé and take in the views over Prague. The annual wine festival at St. Wenceslas Vineyard at Prague Castle mixes wine tasting with festival music and gastronomic delicacies. The event is held at the oldest vineyard in Czechia, set on the slopes below Prague Castle.
There are over 100 different wines to taste from several dozen wineries. | |
| WHERE: St. Wenceslas Vineyard (Svatováclavská vinice) at Prague Castle, Staré zámecké schody 6, Prague 1 - St. Wenceslas Vineyard at Prague Castle Map |
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| PRICE: Free Entry |
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| TRAVEL: Metro station: Malostranska (line A). From the metro, walk out to the main road and turn left. Walk 75m. On the left, just before the pink building, take the Stare zamecke schody (Old Castle Steps). The vineyard is a short distance up the steps on the right-hand side. | |
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| Majales - Festival | |
| DATE(S): 01 May 2026 | |
| Majales is a student-celebrated spring festival which takes place throughout Czechia. In Prague this manifests itself as a parade starting in Vodickova street near Wenceslas Square, ending with an open air festival in Letnany. | |
| WHERE: Wenceslas Square, Prague 1 |
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| May Rituals | |
| DATE(S): 01 May 2026 | |
| Petrin Hill is the romantic setting for couples in love to spend a few hours together, after placing flowers at the feet of a statue of the celebrated 19th century poet, Karel Hynek Macha. Macha created several myths, a few illegitimate offspring and an epic poem called 'May'. Thus, lovers make a pilgrimage in his name and find a quiet corner to, well, er, let's say no more. | |
| WHERE: Petrín Tower & Petrín Hill, Petřínské sady 633, Prague 1 |
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| Veggie Náplavka on the River Embankment - Street Food Festival | |
| DATE(S): 01 May 2026 | |
| TIME: 10:00-19:00 | |
| Held on the river embankment in Prague, Veggie Náplavka is the city's leading vegan food event. It presents the newest trends in healthy and animal friendly lifestyles, and is built in the style of a farmers' market. | |
| WHERE: Náplavka, Rašínovo Nábřeží (river embankment), Prague 2 |
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| PRICE: Free Entry |
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| TRAVEL: Tram stop: Palackého namesti, Vyton; Metro station: Karlovo náměstí (line B) | |
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| Prague Floorball Cup | |
| DATE(S): 01 May 2026 - 03 May 2026 | |
| The Prague Floorball Cup is an international tournament for young players of this fast-growing sport. Teams from Czechia, Slovakia, Poland, Finland, Sweden and Austria compete. | |
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| Al Bano - Pop Concert | |
| DATE(S): 02 May 2026 | |
| TIME: 19:00 | |
| Al Bano, one of the greatest Italian music legends, is coming to Prague to celebrate 50 years on stage. | |
| WHERE: Prague Congress Centre (Kongresové centrum Praha), 5. května 65, Prague 4 |
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| PRICE: 1990 CZK |
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| TRAVEL: Metro station: Vysehrad (line C). | |
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| Prague Marathon | |
| DATE(S): 02 May 2026 | |
| TIME: 09:00. Time Limit: 16:00 | |
| The Prague Marathon enjoys one of the most beautiful courses in the world. The race winds through the historic city centre, over bridges and along the Vltava River. The race is on Sunday, but the build up starts on Saturday with a weekend of activities, including relay and corporate team marathons. | |
| WHERE: Races start and finish at the Old Town Square, Prague 1 |
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| Don Giovanni at Estates Theatre - Spring Opera Series
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| DATE(S): 03 May 2026 - 09 May 2026 | |
| Available Performances: 3,9 May 2026
Don Giovanni is performed at the Estates Theatre in Prague, where in 1787 Mozart himself conducted the world premiere of the opera. Impressive set designs, vibrant period costumes and a superb cast create a true sense of occasion. Advance booking is essential. | |
| WHERE: Estates Theatre, Ovocny trh 1, Prague 1 |
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| PRICE: 1190 CZK-1690 CZK |
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| Eric Clapton - Concert | |
| DATE(S): 04 May 2026 | |
| TIME: 20:00 | |
| Eric Clapton returns to the O2 in Prague as part of his European tour. | |
| WHERE: O2 Arena, Českomoravská 17a, Prague 9 |
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| PRICE: 3010 CZK-5724 CZK |
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| TRAVEL: Metro station: Ceskomoravska (line B). O2 Arena is opposite the metro station. | |
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| Swan Lake at Broadway Theatre - Winter Ballet Series
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| DATE(S): 04 May 2026 - 29 May 2026 | |
| Available Performances: 4,7,12,16,19,23,26,29 May 2026 This innovative production of Swan Lake covers all four acts of the famous ballet, with its sublime fairy-tale spirit and emotional music by Tchaikovsky, but is slightly shortened to appeal to a wider audience. | |
| WHERE: Broadway Theatre, Na Prikope 31, Prague 1 |
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| National Gallery Prague - Free Admission Weekend | |
| DATE(S): 07 May 2026 | |
| TIME: 10:00-18:00 | |
| National Gallery Prague offers free entry to all permanent art exhibitions. | |
WHERE: Schwarzenberg Palace Art Gallery,
Hradčanské náměstí 2,
Castle District, Prague 1
Sternberg Palace Art Gallery,
Hradčanské náměstí 15,
Castle District, Prague 1
St. Agnes Convent & Medieval Art Gallery,
U Milosrdných 17,
Old Town, Prague 1 |
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| Swan Lake at Prague State Opera - Ballet Series
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| DATE(S): 07 May 2026 - 10 May 2026 | |
| Available Performances: 7,8,10 May 2026 Tchaikovsky’s moving story about the love of a Prince and the gentle Odette runs for a limited period at the Prague State Opera. Advance booking is essential. | |
| WHERE: Prague State Opera, Wilsonova 4, Prague 1 |
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| PRICE: 790 CZK-1490 CZK |
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| Liberation Day - Public Holiday | |
| DATE(S): 08 May 2026 | |
Public Holiday. Celebrates the end of World War II. Although Soviet tanks rolled in to liberate Czechia a day later than elsewhere, on the 9th May 1945, VE Day is celebrated on the 8th May in line with other former Communist countries "liberated" by the Russians.
Prague sightseeing and entertainment operate as normal. Shops have limited opening hours. | |
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| Open Day at the Senate, Czech Parliament | |
| DATE(S): 08 May 2026 | |
| TIME: 08:00-17:00 | |
| The Senate of the Parliament opens its doors to the public. Visit the seat of the Senate, the Meeting Hall, the magnificent Wallenstein Palace and Kolowrat Palace. | |
| WHERE: Valdstejnský palác (Wallenstein Palace), Valdstejnské Square 4, Lesser Town, Prague 1 |
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| PRICE: Free Entry |
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| Le Nozze Di Figaro at Estates Theatre
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| DATE(S): 15 May 2026 | |
| Mozart's comedic opera, Le Nozze Di Figaro, is playing at the historic Prague home of the famous composer, the Estates Theatre. Advance booking is essential. | |
| WHERE: Estates Theatre, Ovocny trh 1, Prague 1 |
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| PRICE: 1190 CZK-1690 CZK |
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| Spring Wine Festival | |
| DATE(S): 15 May 2026 - 17 May 2026 | |
| TIME: 10:00-21:00 | |
| The Spring Wine Festival brings together wine lovers, food enthusiasts and music fans at Písek Gate, near Prague Castle. Visitors can sample wines from Moravia, Austria, Germany, Hungary, Spain and France. Taste Czech and European food, including cheeses, pizza, BBQ meats, fish and seafood. Listen to live jazz, soul, folk, pop and rock music. Bring cash to pay for wine tastings. | |
| WHERE: Písek Gate (Písecká brána), K Brusce 5, 160 00, Hradcany, Praha 6. |
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| PRICE: Free Entry. Tasting Glass 100 CZK. |
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| TRAVEL: Metro station: Malostranska (line A), then tram to Tram stop: Chotkovy sady (trams 22,23). | |
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| St. John's NAVALIS - Baroque River Festival | |
| DATE(S): 15 May 2026 | |
| TIME: 19:00-22:30 | |
Dating from 1627, the St. John's NAVALIS Festival features a flotilla of colourfully lit historical Venetian
boats sailing on the Vltava River near Charles Bridge. Venetian gondoliers travel to Prague to take part in the celebration. An open air Baroque concert provides music for the event.
The evening starts with a religious procession from Prague Castle, winding its way down the Royal Route to Charles Bridge.
To watch, head for Prague Castle at 19:00 or Charles Bridge (or the river embankment nearby) at 19:45.
TIMETABLE: 19:00: Procession leaves Prague Castle, winding its way down through the Lesser Town to Charles Bridge.
19:45: Regatta of historical boats on the river around Charles Bridge.
20:30: Baroque music concert played from a pontoon on the river, accompanied by a light show. | |
| WHERE: Charles Bridge, Prague 1 |
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| Puccini Season: Prague State Opera & National Theatre
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| DATE(S): 16 May 2026 - 31 May 2026 | |
| Available Performances: 16,20,23,30,31 May 2026; 10,11,29 June 2026
The Prague State Opera joins the National Theatre in honouring the great Italian composer Giacomo Puccini. Experience magnificent productions of Turandot, Tosca and La bohème at two of the great Prague opera houses. Advance booking is essential. | |
| WHERE: Prague State Opera, Wilsonova 4, Prague 1 | National Theatre, Narodni 2, Prague 1 |
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| PRICE: 890 CZK-1590 CZK |
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| Rosé May at Náplavka (River Embankment) - Rosé & Claret Wine Festival | |
| DATE(S): 16 May 2026 | |
| TIME: 11:00-21:00 | |
| Held on the river embankment in Prague, Rosé May offers the chance to taste the finest rosé and claret wines from 20 top Moravian and Bohemian winemakers. Visitors can also sample freshly cooked food, and listen to live jazz and swing music. | |
| WHERE: Náplavka, Rašínovo Nábřeží (river embankment), Prague 2 |
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| PRICE: Free Entry. Tasting Glass 100 CZK |
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| TRAVEL: Tram stop: Palackého náměstí, Vyton; Metro station: Karlovo náměstí (line B) | |
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| National Museum - Free Admission Day | |
| DATE(S): 18 May 2026 | |
| Visit the following Prague museums for FREE: National Gallery Prague (some permanent exhibitions), National Museum, National Museum of Agriculture, The Prague City Museum, National Technical Museum, Prague City Gallery, The Museum of Decorative Arts in Prague, The National Pedagogical Museum and Czech Police Museum. | |
| WHERE: Various buildings in Prague |
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| Speedway FIM Grand Prix of Czech Republic | |
| DATE(S): 22 May 2026 - 23 May 2026 | |
| The first Czechia FIM Speedway Grand Prix was held in Prague on 17 May 1997. It has run annually ever since, making it a popular event at the Marketa Stadium. | |
| WHERE: Marketa Stadium, U Vojtesky 11, Prague 6 |
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| Open House Prague | |
| DATE(S): 23 May 2026 - 24 May 2026 | |
| TIME: 10:00-18:00 | |
| Open House Prague offers the public the opportunity to visit 80 normally inaccessible buildings and premises. Go on the roofs of company headquarters. See behind the scenes at railway stations and churches. Visit the Mayor’s Residence. And, explore Romanesque cellars at the Stone Bell House. Choose the building you wish to visit from the listings, and go along and join the queue. Entrance is free, with volunteers on hand to guide visitors. | |
| WHERE: Various buildings in Prague |
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| Prague Fringe 2026 | |
| DATE(S): 25 May 2026 - 30 May 2026 | |
| Fringe is the biggest English speaking theatre festival in Czechia. Theatre, comedy, music and dance performances are staged at small theatres in the Lesser Town. | |
| WHERE: Various venues in the Lesser Town, Prague 1 |
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| PRICE: Tickets are available on the day |
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| Beth Hart - Pop Concert | |
| DATE(S): 28 May 2026 | |
| TIME: 20:00 | |
| American singer Beth Hart is plays Prague as part of a European tour. | |
| WHERE: Prague Congress Centre (Kongresové centrum Praha), 5. května 65, Prague 4 |
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| PRICE: 1890 CZK-3590 CZK |
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| TRAVEL: Metro station: Vysehrad (line C). | |
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| Depeche Note Symphonic Tribute - Concert | |
| DATE(S): 29 May 2026 | |
| TIME: 19:00 | |
| Where classical music meets electronic music - a symphony orchestra lends a new dimension to the greatest hits of the legendary group Depeche Mode. | |
| WHERE: Prague Congress Centre (Kongresové centrum Praha), 5. května 65, Prague 4 |
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| PRICE: 1190 CZK-2490 CZK |
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| TRAVEL: Metro station: Vysehrad (line C). | |
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| Night of Churches in Prague | |
| DATE(S): 29 May 2026 | |
| On this one night of the year, many churches in Prague open their doors to offer visitors a unique night-time view of their premises. | |
| WHERE: Most churches in Prague |
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| PRICE: Free Entry. No advance booking, join the queue at any of the participating churches |
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| André Rieu - Concert | |
| DATE(S): 29 May 2026 - 30 May 2026 | |
| TIME: 19:30 | |
| Dutch violin virtuoso André Rieu returns to play the O2 Arena in Prague as part of his European tour. | |
| WHERE: O2 Arena, Českomoravská 17a, Prague 9 |
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| PRICE: 1590 CZK-5190 CZK |
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| TRAVEL: Metro station: Ceskomoravska (line B). O2 Arena is opposite the metro station. | |
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| Bubble Wine Festival at St. Wenceslas Vineyard at Prague Castle | |
| DATE(S): 30 May 2026 | |
| TIME: 12:00-20:00 | |
| Enjoy a glass or two and take in the views over Prague. The Bubble Wine Festival at St. Wenceslas Vineyard at Prague Castle mixes wine tasting with festival music and gastronomic delicacies. The event is held at the oldest vineyard in Czechia, set on the slopes below Prague Castle. | |
| WHERE: St. Wenceslas Vineyard (Svatováclavská vinice) at Prague Castle, Staré zámecké schody 6, Prague 1 - St. Wenceslas Vineyard at Prague Castle Map |
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| PRICE: 250 CZK. Includes tasting glass and entry. Pack of 10 tasting tokens 400 CZK. Tickets are available on the day |
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| TRAVEL: Metro station: Malostranska (line A). From the metro, walk out to the main road and turn left. Walk 75m. On the left, just before the pink building, take the Stare zamecke schody (Old Castle Steps). The vineyard is a short distance up the steps on the right-hand side. | |
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| Titanic World Exhibition | |
| DATE(S): 01 March 2026 - 22 May 2026 | |
| TIME: Mon-Fri 09:00-19:00;
Sat-Sun 09:30-19:00 | |
| Learn about the fate of the legendary Titanic ship and its passengers at this fascinating exhibition. See hundreds of exhibits recovered from the ocean floor; walk through real cabins, lounges, and part of the engine room; touch an iceberg; and, get your picture taken on the bow of the ship. Audio visual displays recreate the former glory of the Titanic. | |
| WHERE: PVA Exhibition Centre, Beranových 667, Letnany, Prague 9 |
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| PRICE: 380 CZK-690 CZK. Tickets are available on the day |
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| TRAVEL: Metro station: Letnany (line C). | |
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| Františka Plamínková and Us - Exhibition | |
| DATE(S): 01 March 2026 - 31 August 2026 | |
| TIME: 10:00-18:00 | |
| Františka Plamínková was a pioneer of women’s rights, a teacher, politician, and a fighter against Nazism. This exhibition explores the life and values of one of the most remarkable figures of modern Czech history. It includes personal photographs and artifacts, letters, including a famous one sent to Adolf Hitler, and a library of over 700 volumes with notes that reveal how she thought and what shaped her. | |
| WHERE: New Building of the National Museum, Wenceslas Square 68, New Town, Prague 1 |
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| PRICE: Adult 360 CZK. Senior/Student 260 CZK. Child 0-14 yrs free |
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| Timeless: Blanka Matragi - Fashion Exhibition | |
| DATE(S): 01 March 2026 - 31 December 2026 | |
| TIME: 10:00-19:00 | |
| This exhibition, staged in the Gaming Parlours at Municipal House, celebrates the fashion designer Blanka Matragi's work. Dresses and accessories form the core exhibits, supplemented with sculptures, chandeliers, glass, porcelain and graphic art. | |
| WHERE: Municipal House, Republic Square 5, Prague 1 |
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| PRICE: Adult 260 CZK. Senior/Student 155 CZK. Family 550 CZK |
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| World of Banksy - Design Exhibition | |
| DATE(S): 01 March 2026 - 31 December 2026 | |
| TIME: Mon-Wed 10:00-20:00; Thu-Sun 10:00-21:00 | |
| An exhibition of the works of Banksy, the world's most famous graffiti artist. It is not authorised by Banksy, but never-the-less exhibits include 60 printed pieces on loan from private collections and 30 wall graffities. | |
| WHERE: St. Michael's Church, Michalska 29, Old Town, Prague 1 |
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| PRICE: Adult 360 CZK. Child 150 CZK. Family 910 CZK. Tickets are available on the day |
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| Beyond the City of Time at Galerie Rudolfinum - Exhibition | |
| DATE(S): 01 March 2026 - 10 May 2026 | |
| TIME: Tue-Wed 10:00-18:00; Thu 10:00-20:00; Fri-Sun 10:00-18:00 | |
| Beyond the City of Time is a thought provoking art exhibition by Sahej Raha. It is a place where ‘weird’ things exist – technologies mix with other times, other places, speaking objects and hybrids that remind us we never truly left the premodern world. In a series of rooms, the exhibition features paintings, drawings, audiovisual installations and sculptures encompassing key works from Rahal’s evolving oeuvre. | |
| WHERE: Galerie Rudolfinum, Alsovo nabrezi 12, Old Town, Prague 1 |
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| Farmers' Market at Náplavka (by the River): Saturdays
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| DATE(S): 01 March 2026 - 28 November 2026 | |
| TIME: Saturdays 08:00-14:00 | |
| Visit the riverside farmers’ market at Náplavka, Rašínovo nábřeží, along the river embankment. Discover fresh farm produce from Czech growers, breeders, and producers, as well as flowers, ceramics, natural cosmetics, and a variety of food and drinks available for immediate consumption. | |
| WHERE: Náplavka, Rašínovo Nábreží (river embankment), Prague 2 |
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| PRICE: Free Entry |
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| TRAVEL: Tram stop: Palackého namesti, Vyton; Metro station: Karlovo náměstí (line B) | |
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| Lesser Town Market: Tuesdays & Thursdays
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| DATE(S): 01 April 2026 - 17 December 2026 | |
| TIME: 08:30-19:00 | |
| The Lesser Town Market combines the best produce of a typical Czech farmers' market with International food and drink. Stalls offer seasonal fruit and vegetables, cheeses, meats and pastries, plus beers, wines and spirits. There is also hot food and drinks for immediate consumption. | |
| WHERE: Lesser Town Square, Lesser Town, Prague 1 |
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| PRICE: Free Entry |
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| TRAVEL: Tram stop: Malostranske namesti (trams 12,15,20,22) | |
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| | | Classical Concerts, Opera & Ballet in May 2026 | |
| DATE(S): 01 May 2026 - 31 May 2026 | | | Prague is renowned for classical concerts, opera and ballet. Performances are held in grand concert halls, ornate opera houses and theatres, Baroque palaces, and historic churches. Tickets often sell out, so advance reservations are highly recommended. | |
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| | | Black Light Theatre in May 2026 | |
| DATE(S): 01 May 2026 - 31 May 2026 | |
| Black light theatre shows provide a uniquely Czech theatrical experience, combining colourfully dressed mime artists, visual illusions, comedy, energetic dance routines, acrobatics, and dramatic sound and lighting effects. Performances are ideal for international visitors, as they feature little or no spoken dialogue. Advance reservations are recommended. | |
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