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Prague Events: What's on in May 2026
Your guide to the best events in Prague in
May 2026
: food and drink festivals, music festivals, rock and pop concerts, thought-provoking exhibitions, marathons, and local and festive markets. Find out what's on in Prague all year round. |
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United Islands of Prague - Music Festival |
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DATE: 30 April 2026 - 02 May 2026
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| United Islands of Prague is a multi-genre music festival held on several islands of the Vltava River. The main stage is on Strelecký 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: Strelecký Island (Strelecký 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 |
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DATE: 01 May 2026
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| Public Holiday. Prague sightseeing and entertainment operate as normal. Shops have limited opening hours. | |
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Majales - Festival |
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DATE: 01 May 2026
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| 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 |
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DATE: 01 May 2026
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| 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: Petřín Tower & Petřín Hill, Petřínské sady 633, Prague 1 |
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Rosé Wine & Bubbles Festival at St. Wenceslas Vineyard, Prague Castle |
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DATE: 01 May 2026
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| TIME: 11:00-19:00
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| 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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Prague Floorball Cup |
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DATE: 01 May 2026 - 03 May 2026
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| 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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Prague Marathon |
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DATE: 02 May 2026
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| TIME: 09:00. Time Limit: 16:00
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| 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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Spring Wine Festival |
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DATE: 07 May 2026 - 10 May 2026
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| TIME: 10:00-21:00
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| 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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Liberation Day - Public Holiday |
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DATE: 08 May 2026
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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, Parliament of Czech Republic |
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DATE: 08 May 2026
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| TIME: 08:00-17:00
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| 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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St. John's NAVALIS - Baroque River Festival
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DATE: 15 May 2026
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| TIME: 19:00-22:30
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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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Pink May at Náplavka (River Embankment) - Wine Festival |
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DATE: 16 May 2026
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| TIME: 11:00-21:00
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| Held on the river embankment in Prague, Pink May offers the chance to taste the finest rosé wines and clarets 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 Nábreží (river embankment), Prague 2 |
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| PRICE: Free Entry. Tasting Glass 100 CZK |
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| TRAVEL: Tram stop: Palackého námestí, Vyton; Metro station: Karlovo námestí (line B) | |
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Open House Prague |
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DATE: 23 May 2026 - 24 May 2026
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| TIME: 10:00-18:00
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| 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 |
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DATE: 25 May 2026 - 30 May 2026
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| 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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André Rieu - Concert |
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DATE: 29 May 2026
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| TIME: 19:30
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| 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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Night of Churches in Prague |
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DATE: 29 May 2026
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| 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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| | | Prague Concerts, Opera & Ballet in May 2026
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| DATE: 01
May 2026 -
31 May 2026 | | | Prague is famous for classical concerts, opera and ballet. Performances are staged in grand concert halls, ornate opera houses and theatres, Baroque palaces, and ancient churches. Performances are popular, so tickets often sell out. Advance reservations are recommended. | |
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| | | Prague Theatre in May 2026
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| DATE: 01
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| Visit a Prague theatre for a typically Czech experience. Black Light Theatre features vibrant costumes, energetic dance routines, mime, ballet, visual effects, and dramatic sounds. Shows are suitable for all ages and nationalities. Advance reservations are recommended. | |
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