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Prague Events in December 2026 and at Christmas
Prague hosts a wide range of events in December 2026, including at Christmas. 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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| Christmas Market at Peace Square (Náměstí Míru)
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| DATE(S): 20 November 2026 - 24 December 2026 | |
| TIME: 10:00-20:00 | |
| Visit a local Prague Christmas market at Peace Square, just 15 minutes walk from Wenceslas Square. The market is set in front of the grand St. Ludmila Church. Features a beautifully decorated tree, nativity scene, and festively adorned huts offering traditional handicrafts and Czech food and drink. Entry is free. | |
| WHERE: Peace Square (Náměstí Míru), Vinohrady, Prague 2 |
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| Christmas Market at Republic Square (Náměstí Republiky)
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| DATE(S): 25 November 2026 - 06 January 2027 | |
| TIME: 10:00-20:00 | |
| Republic Square has two Christmas markets. One market is near V Celnici street (until 24 Dec 26), the second is in front of Palladium Shopping Centre (until 6 Jan 27). Both offer handcrafted wares and traditional Czech food and drink. Entry is free. | |
| WHERE: Republic Square (Náměstí Republiky), Prague 1 |
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| Ice Skating at Na Frantisku in Old Town | |
| DATE(S): 25 November 2026 - 28 February 2027 | |
| TIME: Mon-Thu 08:00-18:30; Sat-Sun 08:00-19:30 | |
| Take a break from the sightseeing to enjoy ice skating with the locals at the most popular open-air rink in the city centre. Na Frantisku is located in the Old Town, near the river. Skaters of all levels are welcome. Just turn up - no booking required. | |
| WHERE: Na Frantisku Sports Centre, Kozi 847, Old Town, Prague 1 |
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| PRICE: Adult 70 CZK. Child 40 CZK. Skate Hire 50 CZK |
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| Prague Christmas Markets 2026 (Main Markets)
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| DATE(S): 28 November 2026 - 06 January 2027 | |
| TIME: Daily 10:00-22:00 | |
| The Prague Christmas Markets light up the city, bringing locals and tourists together in a true 'winter wonderland' setting. Among the local food and drinks to sample are grilled sausages, hams on spits, pastries, Czech beer and hot mulled wine. Entry is free. | |
| WHERE: Old Town Square & Wenceslas Square, Prague 1 |
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| Ice Skating at Ovocný trh in Old Town | |
| DATE(S): 28 November 2026 - 31 January 2027 | |
| TIME: 10:00-21:00 | |
| An open-air ice rink at Ovocný trh, a square behind the Estates Theatre, enhances the festive atmosphere in Prague. Skaters of all levels are welcome. Just turn up - no booking required. | |
| WHERE: Ovocný trh (behind Estates Theatre), Old Town, Prague 1 |
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| Ice Skating at Wenceslas Square | |
| DATE(S): 28 November 2026 - 15 February 2027 | |
| TIME: 09:00-22:00 (31 Dec 09:00-18:00) | |
| An open-air ice rink enhances the festive winter atmosphere at the Wenceslas Square Christmas Market in heart of Prague. Skaters of all levels are welcome. Just turn up - no booking required. | |
| WHERE: Wenceslas Square, Prague 1 |
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| PRICE: Adult 350 CZK. Child 250 CZK. Includes skate hire. |
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| Lamplighter on Charles Bridge | |
| DATE(S): 30 November 2026 - 23 December 2026 | |
| TIME: Daily 16:10-16:30 | |
As dusk turns to night, a lamplighter dressed in period costume makes his way along Charles Bridge lighting the historical "gas lamps" that line both sides of the bridge. It's a bit of theatre, but when better than Christmas to recall a custom that dates from the pre-electric age.
Starts at the Old Town Bridge Tower. | |
| WHERE: Charles Bridge, Prague 1 |
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| Christmas Concerts in the Festive Season
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| DATE(S): 01 December 2026 - 31 December 2026 | |
| Throughout December, Christmas concerts are performed in festively decorated churches and historic buildings, such as the Klementinum, the Spanish Synagogue, Liechtenstein Palace, and the churches of St. Nicholas, St. Salvator and St. Martin. | |
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| Christmas Market at Na Kampě Square
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| DATE(S): 03 December 2026 - 31 December 2026 | |
| TIME: 10:00-20:00 | |
| Charming Christmas market set in a historic, picturesque square by Charles Bridge in the Lesser Town. Specialises in traditional food and drink (with few handicrafts). Entry is free. | |
| WHERE: Na Kampě Square (Na Kampě), Lesser Town, Prague 1 |
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| Mikulas
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| DATE(S): 05 December 2026 | |
| TIME: 16:00-20:00 | |
| On the 5th December Prague celebrates Mikulas. St. Nicholas's, Devils and Angels roam the city, much to the awe of young Czech children who sing songs and recite poems for them. Observe this Christmas tradition at Old Town Square and Wenceslas Square from mid-afternoon. | |
| WHERE: Old Town Square, Prague 1 |
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| Sandra - Pop Concert | |
| DATE(S): 06 December 2026 | |
| TIME: 20:00 | |
| Celebrating 50 Years on Stage, Sandra plays her greatest hits live: Maria Magdalena, In the Heat of the Night, Everlasting Love, and many more. | |
| WHERE: Forum Karlín, Pernerova 53, Prague 8 |
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| PRICE: 1790 CZK-2690 CZK |
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| TRAVEL: Metro station: Krizikova (line B). | |
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| Christmas Concert with Carols at Municipal House
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| DATE(S): 11 December 2026 - 14 December 2026 | |
| TIME: 20:00 | |
| Available Performances: 11,14,24 December 2026 The warm, festive spirit of the season shines through in this beautiful Christmas Concert with Carols in Smetana Hall at Municipal House, the grandest concert hall in Prague. The programme features popular international Christmas carols such as Silent Night and Adeste Fideles, alongside traditional Czech Christmas carols. | |
| WHERE: Municipal House, Republic Square 5, Prague 1 |
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| PRICE: 900 CZK-1450 CZK |
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| Peter Bence - Concert | |
| DATE(S): 18 December 2026 | |
| TIME: 20:00 | |
| Peter Bence, the “Fastest Piano Player” in the world, brings his revolutionary style to Prague. Boasting over 1.2 billion video hits and a significant digital following, Peter Bence has redefined piano performances. | |
| WHERE: O2 Arena, Českomoravská 17a, Prague 9 |
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| PRICE: 990 CZK-3990 CZK |
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| TRAVEL: Metro station: Ceskomoravska (line B). O2 Arena is opposite the metro station. | |
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| FMX Gladiator Games | |
| DATE(S): 19 December 2026 | |
| TIME: 13:30; 19:00 | |
| This freestyle motocross event attracts the best riders from the world FMX scene to Prague. It's a show full of adrenaline. | |
| WHERE: O2 Arena, Českomoravská 17a, Prague 9 |
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| PRICE: 690 CZK-1990 CZK |
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| TRAVEL: Metro station: Ceskomoravska (line B). O2 Arena is opposite the metro station. | |
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| Christmas Eve (Thursday) - Public Holiday
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| DATE(S): 24 December 2026 | |
| Public Holiday. Christmas Eve is the most festive day of Christmas in Czechia. It is a wonderfully peaceful day in Prague; the Christmas markets are open, but only selected shops, bars and restaurants. Sightseeing tours and river cruises run in the morning only. There are Christmas concerts. | |
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| Christmas Planner 2026
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| DATE(S): 24 December 2026 - 26 December 2026 | |
If you are lucky enough to be spending Christmas in Prague this year, the Prague Christmas Planner shows your options for dining, entertainment and sightseeing for each day.
It's a popular time to visit Prague, so we recommend making advance reservations. | |
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| Christmas Concert with Carols at Municipal House
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| DATE(S): 24 December 2026 | |
| TIME: 17:00 | |
| The warm, festive spirit of the season shines through in this beautiful Christmas Concert with Carols in Smetana Hall at Municipal House, the grandest concert hall in Prague. The programme features popular international Christmas carols such as Silent Night and Adeste Fideles, alongside traditional Czech Christmas carols. | |
| WHERE: Municipal House, Republic Square 5, Prague 1 |
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| PRICE: 900 CZK-1450 CZK |
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| Christmas Day (Friday) - Public Holiday
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| DATE(S): 25 December 2026 | |
| Public Holiday. Prague welcomes visitors with open arms on Christmas Day. The Christmas markets and shops are open, and tourist attractions and sightseeing tours operate as normal. There is festive entertainment to enjoy, including Christmas concerts, and fine restaurants to dine in. | |
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| Christmas Day Concert at Klementinum, Old Town Sq.
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| DATE(S): 25 December 2026 | |
| TIME: 17:00 & 19:00 | |
| The Mirror Chapel at the Klementinum hosts highly atmospheric Christmas Day concerts. The most beautiful Baroque concert hall in Prague is a spectacular setting for classical music. Performances feature an 18th century organ played by Mozart. | |
| WHERE: Klementinum, Karlova 1, Prague 1 |
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| St. Stephen's Day | Boxing Day (Saturday) - Public Holiday
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| DATE(S): 26 December 2026 | |
| Public Holiday. The Christmas markets and shops are open, and tourist attractions and sightseeing tours operate as normal. There is festive entertainment to enjoy, including Christmas concerts, and fine restaurants to dine in. | |
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| New Year's Eve (Thursday)
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| DATE(S): 31 December 2026 | |
| New Year's Eve in Prague is for everyone, from the quiet and romantic, to the wild and carefree. Some revellers opt for a romantic meal, others for an "all-inclusive" night of fine food, drinks, music and dancing. Don't miss the fireworks at midnight! | |
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| New Year's Eve Planner 2026
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| DATE(S): 31 December 2026 | |
| The Prague New Year's Eve Planner shows your options for dining, entertainment and sightseeing on New Year's Eve in Prague. It features the finest restaurants, bars, clubs and beer halls in the city, and the best New Year's Eve river cruises. | |
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| Timeless: Blanka Matragi - Fashion Exhibition | |
| DATE(S): 01 April 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 April 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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| Farmers' Market at Náplavka (by the River): Saturdays
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| DATE(S): 01 May 2026 - 19 December 2026 | |
| TIME: Saturdays 08:00-14:00 | |
| Visit the riverside farmers’ market at Náplavka, Rašínovo Nábreží, 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): 05 May 2026 - 17 December 2026 | |
| TIME: Tuesdays & Thursdays 08:00-19:00 | |
| 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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| Ice Skating at Letná Park | |
| DATE(S): 01 December 2026 - 28 February 2027 | |
| TIME: Daily 09:00-21:00 | |
| The largest open-air ice rink in Prague (42m x 20m) is at Letna Park, opposite Letná Football Stadium. Skaters of all levels are welcome. Just turn up - no booking required. | |
| WHERE: Letná Park (Letenské sady), Holešovice, Prague 7 |
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| PRICE: Adult 140 CZK. Child 100 CZK. Skate Hire 100-130 CZK |
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| TRAVEL: Metro station: Hradcanska (line A), then tram to Sparta (trams 1,8,12,25,26,51,56) | |
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| Ice Skating at Tower Park | |
| DATE(S): 01 December 2026 - 28 February 2027 | |
| TIME: Mon-Fri: 15:00-20:00; Sat-Sun: 09:00-20:00 (22 Dec-04 Jan: 09:00-20:00) | |
| 400m2 open-air ice rink at Tower Park in front of Žižkov Tower. Skating is in two hour blocks, so arrive early in your chosen block. Features: Skate rental, changing rooms, hot drinks and hot grilled food. Just turn up - no booking required. | |
| WHERE: Tower Park, Žižkov Tower, Mahlerovy sady 1, Prague 3 |
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| PRICE: Price 50 CZK-150 CZK. Family 380 CZK. Skate Hire 50 CZK |
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TRAVEL: Metro station: Jirího z Podebrad (line A)
Tram stop: Jirího z Podebrad (trams 11,13) | |
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| | | Classical Concerts, Opera & Ballet in December 2026 | |
| DATE(S): 01 December 2026 - 31 December 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 December 2026 | |
| DATE(S): 01 December 2026 - 31 December 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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