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Prague hosts events all year round: food, wine and beer festivals, music festivals, rock and pop concerts, thought-provoking exhibitions, marathons, and the Easter and Christmas markets. Find out what's on in Prague in May 2023.


  May 2023

Cirque du Soleil: OVO - Show
Cirque du Soleil: OVO - Show
DATES: 01 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 2, Prague 9
TRAVEL: Metro station: Ceskomoravska (line B). O2 Arena is opposite the metro station.
WEBSITE: Cirque du Soleil: OVO - Show

Magic of Metamorphosis - Butterflies Exhibition
Magic of Metamorphosis - Butterflies Exhibition
DATES: 01 May 2023 - 21 May 2023
TIMES: 10:00-19:00
PRICE: 180 CZK. Tickets are available on the day.
The Magic of Metamorphosis exhibition is held in the Fata Morgana Greenhouse at the Botanical Garden Prague. See a huge variety of tropical butterflies, and witness the magical transformation from a chrysalis into a butterfly. And, discover caterpillars among the plants.
WHERE: Botanical Garden Prague (Botanická zahrada Praha), Trojská 800/196, Troja, Prague 7 - Botanical Garden Map
TRAVEL: Metro station: Nadrazi Holesovice (line C). Then, bus 112 direction Prague Zoo and alight at bus stop Kovarna.
WEBSITE: Magic of Metamorphosis - Butterflies Exhibition

My Leonard Cohen - Rock Concert
My Leonard Cohen - Rock 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).
WEBSITE: My Leonard Cohen - Rock Concert

Prague Floorball Cup
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 Czechia, Slovakia, Poland, Finland, Sweden and Austria compete.
WEBSITE: Prague Floorball Cup

UB40 - Concert
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).
WEBSITE: UB40 - Concert

St. John's Navalis Sound & Light Show
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
WEBSITE: St. John's Navalis Sound & Light Show

Prague events
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

Queen Relived by Queenie - Concert
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 2, Prague 9
TRAVEL: Metro station: Ceskomoravska (line B). O2 Arena is opposite the metro station.
WEBSITE: Queen Relived by Queenie - Concert

Ozzy Osbourne - Concert
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 2, Prague 9
TRAVEL: Metro station: Ceskomoravska (line B). O2 Arena is opposite the metro station.
WEBSITE: Ozzy Osbourne - Concert

Pink May Wine Festival
Pink May Wine Festival
DATES: 20 May 2023
TIMES: 10:00-22:00
PRICE: Free entry. Tasting glass 100 CZK
Pink May is a festival of rosé wines and clarets, featuring the best bottles from 30 Moravian and Bohemian winemakers. Taste wine, enjoy freshly cooked food, and listen to live jazz and swing music.
WHERE: Náplavka, Rasínovo nabrezi (river embankment), Prague 2
TRAVEL: Tram stop: Palackého námestí, Vyton; Metro station: Karlovo námestí (line B)
WEBSITE: Pink May Wine Festival

Dyzajn Summer Market
Dyzajn Summer Market
DATES: 20 May 2023 - 21 May 2023
TIMES: 10:00-18:00
Located outside the city centre, Dyzajn is the biggest open-air market for creative work in Prague. Stalls stock original artwork and design pieces by 180 designers, including pieces of art, jewellery and accessories, handbags, China, decorations, clothes and toys. There is also live music, creative workshops, children's theatre and fashion shows. Entry is free.
WHERE: Prague Holešovice Exhibition Grounds, Vystaviste, Prague 7
TRAVEL: Tram stop: Vystaviste; Metro station: Nadrazi Holesovice (line C) and walk 500 metres.
WEBSITE: Dyzajn Summer Market

Beer & Burger Festival
Beer & Burger Festival
DATES: 21 May 2023
TIMES: 11:00
PRICE: 350 CZK, including tasting glass. Tickets are available on the day.
Enjoy top-fermented beers, exceptional lagers and gourmet burgers in Prague. Craft breweries from Bohemia and Moravia join forces with Karlin restaurants and established street food stalls. Live music by Clove, Václav Koubek and HM.
WHERE: Karlin Square (Karlínské námestí), 186 00, Prague 8
TRAVEL: Tram stop: Karlínské námestí
WEBSITE: Beer & Burger Festival

Roger Waters (Pink Floyd) - Concert
Roger Waters (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 2, Prague 9
TRAVEL: Metro station: Ceskomoravska (line B). O2 Arena is opposite the metro station.
WEBSITE: Roger Waters (Pink Floyd) - Concert

Prague Open Dance Festival
Prague Open Dance Festival
DATES: 27 May 2023
The Prague Open Dance Festival is the largest international dance competition in Czechia. Nearly 800 dance pairs from around the world take part in the event. To mark the 15th anniversary of the competition there is a unique show on the opening night, called Night of Nine. The highlight of the evening is a show of 9 World and European dance champions performing standard and Latin American dances.
WHERE: Forum Karlín, Pernerova 53, Prague 8
TRAVEL: Metro station: Krizikova (line B).
WEBSITE: Prague Open Dance Festival

Iron Maiden - Concert
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 2, Prague 9
TRAVEL: Metro station: Ceskomoravska (line B). O2 Arena is opposite the metro station.
WEBSITE: Iron Maiden - Concert

Prague Concerts, Opera & Ballet in May 2023
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 grand concert halls, ornate opera houses, Baroque palaces and ancient churches. Performances are popular, so tickets often sell out. Advance reservations are recommended.
WEBSITE: Prague Concerts, Opera & Ballet in May 2023

Prague Theatre in May 2023
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 recommended.
WEBSITE: Prague Theatre in May 2023



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