Where to watch the 2025 Ice Hockey World Championship in Prague

Czechia enters this year’s IIHF Ice Hockey World Championship as defending champions, after clinching gold in 2024 with a dramatic 2–0 win over Switzerland in Prague. The triumph marked their first gold since 2010 and electrified home crowds, setting the stage for another year of high-stakes hockey fever.

While the 2025 IIHF Ice Hockey World Championship is taking place in Sweden and Denmark, Prague is hosting its own kind of magic: open-air fan zones, beer gardens, and live screenings all month long, perfect for fans craving the roar of the crowd and a round of celebratory (or consolatory) beers depending on who you're rooting for.

Newly opened in Holešovice, Areál7 is turning its expansive beer garden into a lively hockey hub for the duration of the championship (May 9–25). All matches—including the Czech team’s—will be screened on large projections. The venue offers a non-stop bar, curated street food, and plenty of open-air space to soak up the sun.

Living out near Horní Měcholupy? Head to Hostivar Brewery H2, where games air on a large outdoor screen (weather permitting). Entry is free, and you can sip craft beer while avoiding the center's crowds.

The most electric hockey atmosphere in Prague can be found in Riegrovy sady, especially during Czech matches. The Energy Pub fan zone offers two five-meter screens, upgraded sound, and special appearances by Czech hockey legend Jakub Voráček on May 12 and 20. Entry costs CZK 200, and with space for 1,500 fans, advance booking is advised.

Rohanský ostrov in Karlín transforms into a mega fan zone with three massive LED screens (totaling 31 m²), 13 beer taps, and even self-service checkouts to cut down wait times. Czech and Slovak games are both screened, and the 1,000 m² tented area guarantees a dry viewing experience. Tickets are CZK 100 and can be reserved online.

Over in Podolí, Žluté lázně’s Tančírna hosts up to 1,000 fans under the “first come, first served” motto—free entry, no reservations. Just grab a drink, grab a seat, and enjoy the riverside breeze with the game.

If you’re staying in, ČT sport broadcasts all Czech games live, while other matches are available on ČT sport Plus online. IIHF TV Live has highlights, an app, and live streams on YouTube.