Prague Kicks Off a Month of 100th Anniversary Celebrations Today

But the Czech capital is preparing more than just that. In fact, Prague has prepared a whole month-long series of events that will commemorate of the the most significant dates in Czech history.

Prague’s Astronomical Clock, one of the oldest in the world, has been undergoing extensive restoration work for much of this year. Throughout the summer, its face was obscured by a temporary digital version.

But the unveiling of the newly-restored Astronomical Clock is just the start a month-long series of celebrations that will culminate on October 28. All October long, events commemorating the foundation of Czechoslovakia have been organized as part of the Czech and Slovak Century project.

Special events aren’t only happening in the Czech capital: cities across the Czech Republic and Slovakia – as well as international locations including New York, London, and Brussels – will all be celebrating 100 years of Czechoslovakia this October.

In Prague, the celebrations are being presented as a month-long series of street festivals for the public to participate in, including outdoor concerts at locations including Old Town Square, Wenceslas Square, and Náměstí Republiky.

Other special exhibits celebrating the 100th anniversary will be presented at Prague’s National Technical Museum and National Agricultural Museum. Special concerts marking the occasion will take place at the National Theater, Rudolfinum, and other venues in the Czech capital.