Czech Republic's biggest book festival brings together authors, publishers, and readers for an extensive programme of literary events.
The inaugural family mini-festival features a climbing wall, magic show, live music from Spoluznít, and numerous activities for children of all ages.
A family-friendly festival celebrating medicinal plants with expert talks, herbal workshops, live music, and a market of local producers in a welcoming countryside setting.
A fun-filled local event in Humpolec with games, competitions, and entertainment for the whole family.
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Prague's major museums open their doors free or at reduced admission for International Museum Day. Visitors can explore exhibitions at the National Gallery, Agricultural, Decorative Arts, and Technical museums, with guided tours and workshops throughout the day.
A charity yoga festival at the luxury Mandarin Oriental hotel featuring an all-day programme focused on movement, breathing, and meditation.
A street food festival brings international cuisine to Úvaly's historic square, featuring vendors from around the world.
A colourful Asian cuisine festival featuring dishes from Japan, Indonesia, India, Vietnam and Thailand, with live music and a laid-back atmosphere at Karlín Square.
A community reuse event featuring repair workshops, children's activities, a repair café, and swaps for clothing, books, and household goods.
The grand gala evening of the Zuška?Zuška! & ZUŠ Open Festival showcases the finest young talents from 27 art schools across the Zlín region in a diverse programme of music, dance, and theatre.
Multi-day exhibitions and festivals still on today.
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A prestigious nationwide museum competition recognizing outstanding exhibitions, publications, and initiatives in Czech museum work. The award ceremony takes place on May 18, 2026 in Prague.
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A traditional Mother's Day celebration with live music from local students and the band SešliSa, plus refreshments and family-friendly atmosphere.
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The second edition of VibeFest returns to the Monastery Gardens in Chrudim with music, food, and a friendly atmosphere. The festival will feature pop, rap, and hip-hop with supporting activities.
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The fourth Textile Fantasy competition in Jindřichův Hradec invites designers to create clothing models inspired by the fashion of aristocratic courts from the Renaissance to the 19th century.
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Central Europe's longest wine festival takes place in Tábor from February to June 2026, featuring over 55 events including tastings from 80+ winemakers, gala dinners, cellar tours, and concerts with Tomáš Klus and others.
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The international Pardubice Spring Music festival returns for its 48th edition with a rich programme of chamber music from April to May. Expect Baroque music, world-class soloists, and concerts in historic halls across Pardubice and the region.
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A fairy-tale geocaching adventure for children aged 4–8 through nature, with tasks and stories inspired by The Magic Flute. Part of the Antonín Dvořák Music Festival Příbram.
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A traditional event that opens visitors to the wine cellars of Velké Bílovice, the Czech Republic's largest winemaking village. Each week, 4–6 wineries welcome guests for tastings of at least 8 wines directly with the owner for 250 CZK per person.
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The 57th edition of the Dvořák Festival presents 20 classical concerts featuring British and Czech artists. The theme "The English Connection" explores Dvořák's relationship with Britain and his musical influence.
(30 days)
A month-long environmental challenge with 30 activities for individuals and groups that promotes sustainable living and nature conservation. Participants can win free zoo tickets and nature-study materials.
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A retrospective of Irish studio Cartoon Saloon centered on the animated film Wolfwalkers. The exhibition displays original character designs, environment sketches, color scripts, and animation frames from the acclaimed 2020 film.
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A multi-sensory summer festival celebrating Baroque culture across the Plzeň Region with music, architecture, theatre, crafts, and cycling routes at dozens of historic sites.
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Seasonal cycle buses with bicycle transport connect the most beautiful destinations in Český Ráj – from rock formations and castles to mountain huts. Eight color-coded routes operate on weekends and holidays from April through September.
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A month-long celebration of craft beer in Český Krumlov's historic centre featuring tastings, brewery tours, live music, and traditional experiences. Most events are free to attend.
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The inaugural Jižní Svéráz festival turns the entire South Bohemian region into an open stage. From May through September, dozens of theatrical productions take place in unexpected venues – from ponds and galleries to cemeteries.
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Month-long celebration of Czech cuisine and beer culture featuring festival menus at local restaurants, craft brewery tastings, guided tours, and family entertainment throughout May.
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The Golden Ticket to Panelka 2026 gives you access to all cultural events at the venue throughout the year – from theatre through summer cinema to concerts and parties at this award-winning family establishment.
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A spring festival in Lavender Valley featuring dandelion specialities, wreath-weaving and tastings of homemade drinks and cakes.
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An international classical music festival celebrating Dvořák and the Moravian Philharmonic's 80th season, featuring world-class soloists, orchestras, jazz, and family activities across historic Olomouc venues.
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A celebration of classical music in Olomouc: the 21st edition of an international festival dedicated to Antonín Dvořák and his compositions.
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The international Mahler Jihlava – Music of Thousands festival celebrates the life and work of composer Gustav Mahler through concerts, theatrical performances, and lectures at sites connected to his childhood and youth.
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The 17th edition of Theatre World Brno brings over 90 performances across the city's theatres, featuring Nordic drama, contemporary dance, and puppet theatre.
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The international festival Theatrical World Brno returns in May with over 90 performances and accompanying events across Brno's theatres. This year features international and Czech companies, a grand dance-puppet production of "Má vlast," and special projects in a tent venue.
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A five-day festival on Brno's Svobody Square featuring live music, open-air cinema, a fashion show, and dance performances. Free entry.
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The 81st Prague Spring International Music Festival features more than sixty events with 97 artists from 28 countries. The festival includes concerts, masterclasses, and exhibitions at various Prague venues from May through June.
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Week-long festival on Brno's Svobody Square featuring live music, open-air cinema, fashion show, and creative workshops for all ages. Free entry.
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The 10th anniversary ZUŠ Open festival showcases talents from basic art schools across the Czech Republic through concerts, exhibitions and theatre performances at hundreds of venues nationwide.
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The Czech Republic's largest book fair and literary festival brings over 800 authors from around the world. Expect readings, discussions, comics, music and theatre at the Holešovice Exhibition Grounds.
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The National Technical Museum showcases its interactive exhibitions and activities for all ages at Prague's premier annual book festival.
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The largest book festival in the Czech Republic features author readings, panel discussions, workshops, and activities for readers of all ages.
(10 days)
Multimedia festival exploring North Korea and refugee stories through immersive installations, authentic testimonies, and visual art in Prague's Market Hall. A major European event featuring a children's zone and intergenerational programming.
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The sixteenth edition of this community festival opens dozens of galleries, studios and cultural spaces across Prague's Sedmička district with free workshops, tours and exhibitions.
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The ninth edition of Open House Brno invites the public to explore architecturally significant buildings normally closed to visitors. The weekend festival offers guided tours and a varied programme for architecture enthusiasts and urban explorers.
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A three-day open-doors festival in Prague's Art District 7 showcasing galleries, artist studios, design shops, and museums.
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The seventh edition of this family festival offers over 116 events across Ostrava from May to June, featuring creative workshops, sports, a fairy-tale forest, and special programmes at museums and the zoo.
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The fourth edition of the Spring wine festival runs 15–17 May in Prague 6 with free entry, wines from over 30 wineries, live music and children's activities.
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The Czech Republic's largest pilgrimage in honour of St. John of Nepomuk takes place May 15–17 in Žďár nad Sázavou. The grounds offer over one hundred attractions, dozens of food stalls, and entertainment ranging from modern thrill rides to classic carousels.
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The Valdstein Festivities return to Jičín with a four-day programme of historical games, knights' tournaments, theatrical performances and Baroque celebrations. The largest historical event in the Hradec Králové Region runs from May 14–17.
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A three-day community festival celebrating open cultural spaces across Prague 7, with free workshops, exhibitions, tours and neighbourhood events in galleries, studios and community venues.
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The 22nd Festival of Museum Nights took place on May 15, 2026, in Znojmo with programming at three locations – Alšovka, the Minorite Monastery, and Znojmo Castle. Visitors enjoyed exhibitions, concerts, theatre and dance performances, a fire show, and other attractions with free admission.
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A two-day charity rally of American cars and motorcycles in the heart of Moravian wine cellars, featuring folklore performances, live music, and a scenic parade drive through vineyards.
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The traditional opening of the spa season in Jeseník features a rich cultural programme, historical figures, and ceremonial greetings. This three-day celebration honours the renowned hydrotherapy tradition dating back to 1822.
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A three-day festival featuring music, theatre, and crafts in Mikulov's historic centre. Headliners include O5 and Radeček, The Gardeners, Harmonia Band, and Dermacol.
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The Nepomuk Pilgrimage Fair is the year's biggest event in town: a three-day celebration featuring an old-Czech market, a mass with three bishops, concerts, and a family fun zone with rides.
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A traditional festival of folk, country, bluegrass, and tramp music in a natural amphitheatre. Three-day programme featuring bands like Nezmaři, Epydemye, and Malina Brothers, with family-friendly activities.
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The eleventh medieval festival at Boskovice Castle Ruins features a knightly jousting tournament, fairy tale premiere, fencing duels, historical dances and children's entertainment.
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International cycling festival for all ages featuring obstacle courses, family entertainment, and diverse programmes across Karviná and partner towns.
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The eleventh edition of a medieval festival at Boskovice Castle ruins features knights' tournaments, fairy-tale performances, a historical market and interactive attractions for the whole family.
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A traditional horseradish and radish festival at a farm featuring culinary shows, a farmers' market, creative workshops for children and live music. Free admission.
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The Czech Republic's first e-bike-focused festival features two days of expo, test rides, workshops, and the Říčanský E-bike Race with a trial show.
(7 days)
The 10th anniversary ZUŠ Open festival showcases student artwork—paintings and glass sculptures—alongside acoustic concerts at Prague's New Town Hall, with free admission throughout.
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A traditional May fair at Nový Hrad featuring historical fencing, old Czech music, magicians, theatre, fashion show and carnival attractions for the whole family.
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A traditional folk celebration featuring carousels, attractions, crafts, and food. Saturday's programme peaks with the Fair Festival and fireworks at 21:30.
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One-day festival of reggae, ska, and world music in Uherský Brod celebrating 20 years of the band Reggay. Two stages featuring live bands and DJ sets from afternoon until dawn.
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A weekend celebration of Japanese culture featuring kimono fittings, traditional arts and crafts, language lessons, live music, and authentic food and products.