Festivals & events
38 celebrations through the year — pick a day to see what's on.
- New Year's Day (1 January · All regions · National) — National public holiday marking the beginning of the year. Czechs celebrate with family gatherings and New Year's resolutions.
- Ignis Brunensis (26–27 January · Brno · South Moravia) — Brno's international fireworks competition featuring pyrotechnics displays from around the world. A spectacular winter tradition along the…
- Matej Bel Festival (All February · Mariánské Lázně · West Bohemia) — International classical music festival celebrating Czech and European composers. Held in historic concert halls across West Bohemia.
- Prague Writers' Festival (All March · Prague · Prague and Central Bohemia) — Prestigious international literary event featuring readings and discussions with renowned authors from across Europe and beyond.
- Easter (All March · All regions · National) — Major religious holiday observed throughout Czechia with traditional Easter markets, egg decorating, and family celebrations.
- Kroje a tradice (All April · Olomouc · East Moravia) — Spring folk festival celebrating traditional Moravian costumes, crafts, and customs. A colorful showcase of regional heritage.
- Labour Day (1 May · All regions · National) — International workers' day observed as a public holiday in Czechia. Celebrated with parades and gatherings.
- Prague Spring International Music Festival (12–31 May · Prague · Prague and Central Bohemia) — One of Europe's most prestigious classical music festivals featuring world-class orchestras and soloists. Opens with Smetana's Má vlast.
- Český Krumlov International Music Festival (All July · Český Krumlov · South Bohemia) — Chamber music festival in one of Czechia's most beautiful medieval towns. Performances held in historic venues and churches.
- Colours of Ostrava (All August · Ostrava · North Moravia) — Multi-genre music and cultural festival featuring world music, rock, and contemporary art. One of Central Europe's most vibrant summer fest…
- Moravian Wine Harvest Festival (All September · Various towns in South Moravia · South Moravia) — Celebration of wine harvesting and Moravian wine culture with tastings, traditional food, and folk performances. Southern Moravia's most im…
- Prague Autumn International Music Festival (All September · Prague · Prague and Central Bohemia) — Prestigious autumn classical music festival complementing Prague Spring. Features contemporary and classical compositions.
- Chrudim International Puppet Festival (All September · Chrudim · East Bohemia) — World-renowned puppet festival attracting marionette and puppet theatre groups from across the globe. Performances for all ages.
- Czech Statehood Day (28 September · All regions · National) — National holiday celebrating the founding of the Czech state in 1918. Commemorated with official ceremonies and public events.
- Mikuláš Night (5–6 December · All regions · Prague and Central Bohemia) — Traditional Czech celebration featuring St. Nicholas, devils, and angels. Children receive treats and coal-shaped candies in a centuries-ol…
- Truffle Festival (All October · Šumava region · South Bohemia) — Autumn celebration of Bohemian black truffles featuring gourmet tastings, cooking demonstrations, and truffle hunting experiences.
- Baroque Festival (All June · Karlovy Vary · West Bohemia) — Historic festival celebrating Baroque architecture, music, and art in the spa town of Karlovy Vary. Period performances and elegant gatheri…
- Independence Day (28 October · All regions · National) — National holiday commemorating Czechoslovak independence in 1918. Observed with parades and historical commemorations.
- Kino Kvasarny Film Festival (All November · Trutnov · Northeast Bohemia) — International film festival showcasing documentaries and experimental cinema from emerging filmmakers worldwide.
- Christmas Markets (1–26 December · All regions · Prague and Central Bohemia) — Festive Christmas markets throughout Czechia selling traditional crafts, gifts, and seasonal foods. Prague's Old Town Square market is the…
- Christmas Day (25 December · All regions · National) — Major Christian holiday celebrated with family gatherings, traditional meals, and church services throughout Czechia.
- Boxing Day (26 December · All regions · National) — Public holiday following Christmas, traditionally a day for family visits and relaxation after holiday celebrations.
- Anča Film Festival (All November · Brno · South Moravia) — International animation film festival showcasing cutting-edge animated works from around the world. Unique celebration of animation art.
- Days of European Film (All November · Prague · Prague and Central Bohemia) — European film festival screening contemporary cinema from across the continent. Independent and arthouse films predominate.
- Masopust Carnival (All February · All regions · Prague and Central Bohemia) — Traditional Czech carnival celebration before Lent featuring masks, costumes, and street parades. Pre-Easter festivity with centuries-old c…
- Podřipský Dvorek Folk Festival (All July · Mělník area · Northwest Bohemia) — Traditional folk music and dance festival celebrating Czech rural heritage. Authentic costumes and live performances.
- Žába v Padrťi Rock Festival (All August · Padrť · East Bohemia) — Alternative and indie rock festival with emerging and established bands. Bohemian bohemian atmosphere in a historic setting.
- Smetanova Litomyšl (All June · Litomyšl · East Bohemia) — Opera and chamber music festival dedicated to Bedřich Smetana, held in the beautiful Renaissance castle town where the composer was born.
- Janáček May (All May · Olomouc area · East Moravia) — Classical music festival celebrating composer Leoš Janáček in his hometown region. Features orchestral and chamber works.
- Žižka Days (All July · Trocnov · East Bohemia) — Historical reenactment festival celebrating Jan Žižka, the legendary Hussite general. Medieval battles and period costumes.
- Respect International Music Festival (All October · Bruntál · North Moravia) — Eclectic music festival featuring world music, reggae, and cultural performances. Emphasis on artistic diversity and international collabor…
- Štavovský Jarmark (All September · Tachov · West Bohemia) — Traditional autumn fair featuring regional crafts, foods, and folk performances. Historic market traditions come alive.
- Falkenštejn Fortnight (All August · Falkenštejn Castle · Northeast Bohemia) — Theatre festival in a medieval castle setting featuring experimental and contemporary performances. Unique atmospheric venue.
- Ústí Jazz Festival (All May · Ústí nad Labem · Northwest Bohemia) — International jazz festival featuring prominent jazz musicians and emerging talent. Contemporary and classic jazz performances.
- Jihlavský Matfestival (All April · Jihlava · East Moravia) — International documentary film festival showcasing non-fiction cinema from around the world. One of Central Europe's leading documentary fe…
- Farmáda Food Festival (All June · Brno · South Moravia) — Celebration of Czech culinary traditions with regional food vendors, cooking demonstrations, and agricultural showcases.
- Voices of Nature (All June · Various South Bohemian venues · South Bohemia) — Open-air music and art festival celebrating environmental consciousness and sustainable living. Diverse musical genres in nature setting.
- Olomouc Holy Mountain Festival (All September · Olomouc · East Moravia) — Religious and cultural festival on the historic Holy Mountain celebrating Marian traditions. Pilgrimage and family celebrations.