What to do this weekend in Prague: Best events for Jan. 3–5

Peruse photographs captured by talented scientists from the Czech Academy of Sciences as part of the in-house Photogenic Science contest, offering a look into wondrous research breakthroughs. Winning images include Still Life With Doxorubicin and Big Little Enthusiasm—each giving a captivating insight into the world of science.

Czech singer-songwriter Radůza is bringing her multi-decade repertoire to Prague's KD Mlejn this week, along with a completely new batch of songs. Coming a long way since being discovered as a street artist in 1993, her musical artistry is bound to blow audiences away as she accompanies herself on several instruments.

Okonomiyaki, a newly opened spot on Veletržní street inspired by Osaka's street food scene, serves up savory Japanese-style pancakes with a base of fried batter and white cabbage topped with signature sauce and mayonnaise. Chef Hiroki Komiya, who has helmed an okonomiyaki restaurant in Osaka since 2017, brought his craft to Prague after earning rave reviews at a 2022 cultural festival. Sports fans will appreciate the interior’s sporty vibe, complete with live broadcasts and a selection of Japanese beers.

Classical music lovers can prolong the holiday season with a couple days of magical symphonies in the rousing atmosphere of Liechtenstein Palace in Prague. The internationally renowned Parnas Ensemble will bring iconic pieces such as The Four Seasons by Vivaldi and Clair de Lune by Debussy to the decadent halls.

The highly anticipated remake of legendary horror film Nosferatu has finally hit cinemas, with huge names like Lily-Rose Depp, Nicholas Hoult, and Bill Skarsgård breathing new life into the deadly characters adapted from Bram Stoker's Dracula. The movie was filmed in Czechia at Orlík Castle, the beaches of Tušť, the Great America quarry, and sets in Prague's Barrandov Studios. Screening at Kino Pilotů, Kino Světozor, Cinema City, and more.

The traditional Three Kings procession passes through Prague’s historic center on Friday, marking the beginning of epiphany celebrations and charity collection nationwide. The day begins with an Epiphany service and carolers’ blessing by Archbishop Jan Graubner at 3 p.m. in the Church of St. Thomas. The procession, symbolizing the journey of the Magi to Bethlehem, will start at Malostranské Square, cross Charles Bridge, and end at Old Town Square, where the kings, on camels, will present their gifts to the baby Jesus.

Head to a veritable winter wonderland at the Ice Magic Ledový Park in Prague, boasting a huge exhibition of ice sculptures such as dinosaurs, transformers, and more, carved by artists from all over Europe. A magical Ice Bar tucked away in an igloo makes for an Instagrammable setting with a variety of alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks served in ice glasses. Children from 3 years old and adults can enjoy snowtubing in the Ice Park.

Witness the world's greatest archaeological discovery at the Tutankhamun - His Tomb and Treasures exhibition at Prague's PVA Expo, transporting you to the entrancing history of ancient Egypt. Walk through burial chambers and peruse the treasures of the pharaoh himself, just as Howard Carter discovered them 100 years ago.