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Prague Events » What's on in Prague in May 2023
Prague hosts events all year round, including food and drink festivals, music festivals, rock and pop concerts, far-reaching exhibitions, marathons, and the Easter and Christmas markets. Find out what's on in Prague with the Prague Experience events guide. |
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Labour Day - Public Holiday
DATES: 01 May 2023 | |
| Public Holiday. Prague sightseeing and entertainment operate as normal. Shops have limited opening hours. | |
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May Rituals
DATES: 01 May 2023 | |
| 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: Petrin Tower & Petrin Hill, Prague 5 |
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Veggie Naplavka - Festival
DATES: 01 May 2023
TIMES: 10:00-19:00
PRICE: Free entry | |
| Veggie Naplavka is the largest vegan event held at Naplavka. It presents the newest trends in healthy and animal friendly lifestyles, and is built in the style of a farmer's market. | |
| WHERE: Náplavka, Rasínovo nabrezi (river embankment), Prague 2 |
| TRAVEL: Metro station: Karlovo námestí (line B); Tram stop: Palackého námestí, Vyton. |
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Swan Lake at Hybernia Theatre - Ballet Series
DATES: 25 March 2023 - 31 August 2023 | |
| The Best of Swan Lake covers the whole story of the famous ballet, but in a shortened version designed to appeal to a wider audience. The production captures perfectly the sublime fairy-tale spirit of the original. | |
| WHERE: Hybernia Theatre, Republic Square 4, Old Town, Prague 1 |
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Joe Bonamassa - Concert
DATES: 03 May 2023
TIMES: 20:00 | |
| Joe Bonamassa, the blues-rock guitarist, returns to Prague after an absence of eight years. | |
| WHERE: Forum Karlín, Pernerova 53, Prague 8 |
| TRAVEL: Metro station: Krizikova (line B). |
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Cirque du Soleil: OVO - Show
DATES: 03 May 2023 - 07 May 2023
TIMES: 20:00
PRICE: 1290 CZK-2120 CZK | |
| Cirque du Soleil returns to Prague with its high-energy and acrobatic production OVO. Explore the life of insects and the beauty of biodiversity in all its contrasts and vibrancy. | |
| WHERE: O2 Arena, Ocelarska 460/2, Prague 9 |
| TRAVEL: Metro station: Ceskomoravska (line B). O2 Arena is opposite the metro station. |
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United Islands of Prague - Festival
DATES: 05 May 2023
PRICE: Free entry | |
| This popular annual multi-genre music festival draws performers from around the world to play on several stages erected on islands in the city centre. United Islands focuses on discovering new talent. | |
| WHERE: Strelecky Island (Strelecky ostrov), Kampa Island, Detsky Island, Janackovo Embankment, Prague 1 |
| TRAVEL: Metro station: Narodni trida (line B); Tram stop: Narodni divadlo. |
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Prague Marathon
DATES: 07 May 2023
TIMES: 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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Liberation Day - Public Holiday
DATES: 08 May 2023 | |
Public Holiday. Celebrates the end of World War II. Although Soviet tanks rolled in to liberate the Czech Republic 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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Don Giovanni at Estates Theatre - Opera - Spring Series
DATES: 10 May 2023 - 20 June 2023
TIMES: 19:00
PRICE: 990 CZK-1290 CZK | |
TICKETS: 10,27 May 2023; 15,20 June 2023
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. | |
| WHERE: Estates Theatre, Ovocny trh 1, Prague 1 |
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My Leonard Cohen - Concert
DATES: 12 May 2023
TIMES: 20:00
PRICE: 790 CZK-1890 CZK | |
| Singer and pianist Stewart D'Arrietta and his band are playing Prague for the first time to pay tribute to the blues legend Leonard Cohen. | |
| WHERE: Prague Congress Centre (Kongresové centrum Praha), 5. května 65, Prague 4 |
| TRAVEL: Metro station: Vysehrad (line C). |
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Prague Floorball Cup
DATES: 12 May 2023 - 14 May 2023 | |
| The Prague Floorball Cup is an international tournament for young players of this fast-growing sport. Teams from the Czech Republic, Slovakia, Poland, Finland, Sweden and Austria compete. | |
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UB40 - Concert
DATES: 14 May 2023
TIMES: 20:00
PRICE: 1290 CZK-1490 CZK | |
| Legendary British reggae band UB40 return to play Prague. | |
| WHERE: Forum Karlín, Pernerova 53, Prague 8 |
| TRAVEL: Metro station: Krizikova (line B). |
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St. John's Navalis Sound & Light Show
DATES: 15 May 2023
TIMES: 20:00-22:30 | |
Sound and light river spectacle. Gather on Charles Bridge or along the banks of the river, or book a river cruise or a table at a riverside restaurant, to enjoy a flotilla of historical boats, Baroque music and fireworks.
18:45 - St. John’s Procession
from Prague Castle to Charles Bridge.
20:00 - Regatta of Ancient Boats.
21:00 - Baroque Classical Music on the River.
21:55 - Fireworks over the River. | |
| WHERE: Charles Bridge, Prague 1 |
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Open House Prague
DATES: 15 May 2023 - 21 May 2023
TIMES: 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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International Museum Day
DATES: 18 May 2023 | |
| 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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Queen Relived by Queenie - Concert
DATES: 18 May 2023 - 19 May 2023
TIMES: 20:00
PRICE: 990 CZK-2490 CZK | |
| The Czech band Queenie plays the greatest hits of the famous British band Queen at Prague's O2 Arena. | |
| WHERE: O2 Arena, Ocelarska 460/2, Prague 9 |
| TRAVEL: Metro station: Ceskomoravska (line B). O2 Arena is opposite the metro station. |
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Ozzy Osbourne - Concert
DATES: 19 May 2023
TIMES: 19:30
PRICE: 1790 CZK-2590 CZK | |
| Ozzy Osbourne is back in Prague on his 'No More Tours 2' tour. Judas Priest is making a guest appearance. | |
| WHERE: O2 Arena, Ocelarska 460/2, Prague 9 |
| TRAVEL: Metro station: Ceskomoravska (line B). O2 Arena is opposite the metro station. |
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Prague Fringe
DATES: 22 May 2023 - 27 May 2023
PRICE: Tickets are available on the day | |
| Fringe is the biggest English speaking theatre festival in the Czech Republic. 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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Roger Waters (from Pink Floyd) - Concert
DATES: 24 May 2023 - 25 May 2023
TIMES: 20:00
PRICE: 1290 CZK-2120 CZK | |
| Roger Waters, from the legendary band Pink Floyd, returns to Prague with his first farewell tour "This Is Not A Drill". Roger plays his most famous songs, accompanied by a breathtaking audio-visual show. | |
| WHERE: O2 Arena, Ocelarska 460/2, Prague 9 |
| TRAVEL: Metro station: Ceskomoravska (line B). O2 Arena is opposite the metro station. |
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Iron Maiden - Concert
DATES: 30 May 2023 - 31 May 2023
TIMES: 20:00
PRICE: 1790 CZK-2390 CZK | |
| British heavy metal legend Iron Maiden returns to Prague with their 'The Future Past Tour'. | |
| WHERE: O2 Arena, Ocelarska 460/2, Prague 9 |
| TRAVEL: Metro station: Ceskomoravska (line B). O2 Arena is opposite the metro station. |
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iMucha - Art in Motion - Exhibition
DATES: 01 March 2023 - 30 June 2023
TIMES: 10:00-18:00/19:00
PRICE: Adult: 290 CZK. Senior/Student/Child: 190 CZK | |
| iMucha is an exhibition of the works of the Czech painter, illustrator and graphic artist Alfons Mucha. The collection brings Mucha's art to life through digital technology: models from his posters are shown in motion, while Mucha himself speaks from a self-portrait. | |
| WHERE: Municipal House, Republic Square 5, Prague 1 |
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The Earth Is Me - Exhibition
DATES: 01 March 2023 - 30 June 2023
TIMES: 10:00-18:00
PRICE: Adult 350 CZK. Senior/Student 220 CZK. Child 0-15 yrs free | |
| This exhibition explores sustainability. Using
examples from everyday life, it shows individuals how they can protect the environment. | |
| WHERE: Historical Building of the National Museum, Wenceslas Square 68, New Town, Prague 1 |
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Masters of Renaissance - Exhibition
DATES: 01 March 2023 - 30 May 2023
PRICE: Adult 380 CZK. Senior 320 CZK. Student/Child 250 CZK. Family 990 CZK. Tickets are available on the day | |
| This exhibition a collection of replicas of the Renaissance masterpieces that on display in 12 of the world's largest art galleries. | |
| WHERE: Mánes Gallery, Masarykovo nabrezi 1, New Town, Prague 1 |
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Czech Press Photo - Exhibition
DATES: 01 March 2023 - 31 July 2023
TIMES: 10:00-18:00
PRICE: Adult 350 CZK. Senior/Student 220 CZK. Child 0-15 yrs free | |
| This exhibition presents the best photographs entered in the Czech Press Photo 2022 competition. Hundreds of photos are on display, including the winning shots from all categories. | |
| WHERE: Historical Building of the National Museum, Wenceslas Square 68, New Town, Prague 1 |
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Blanka Matragi - Timeless Fashion - Exhibition
DATES: 01 March 2023 - 31 December 2023
TIMES: 10:00-19:00
PRICE: Adult 260 CZK. Senior/Student 155 CZK. Family 550 CZK | |
| 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 works of art. | |
| WHERE: Municipal House, Republic Square 5, Prague 1 |
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| | Prague Concerts, Opera & Ballet in May 2023
DATES: 01
May 2023 -
31 May 2023 | |
| Prague is famous for classical concerts, opera and ballet. Performances are staged in ornate opera houses, grand concert halls, beautiful churches and other historic buildings. Performances are popular, so tickets often sell out. Advance reservations are highly recommended. | |
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| | Prague Theatre in May 2023
DATES: 01 May 2023 - 31 May 2023 | |
| 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 highly recommended. | |
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