13 things not to miss this week in Prague – from fun runs to free music
On this week's to-do list, after-work sour beers, dog days in the park, and a week-long celebration of Czech glass you'll want to travel for.
Czech cinema spotlight: Chica Checa gives coming out a Czech twist
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Now playing with English subtitles in Prague, Chica Checa follows a Czech mother’s journey of discovery after her son comes out as a drag queen.
Prague’s riverside concrete plant is slated to become a community farm
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A former concrete plant on Prague’s Rohan Island is set to close in 2028, opening the way for a proposed urban farm with community gardens.
Czechia's secret soviet bunker now open to the public: How and when to visit
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It was built to survive a nuclear blast and kept secret for decades. Now the Jasyr bunker offers a very cool glimpse into Czechoslovakia’s Cold War past
Hundreds in Prague mark 1968 invasion with protest outside Russian Embassy
Demonstrators gathered in Prague to remember the Soviet-led invasion of Czechoslovakia in 1968 and protest Russia’s ongoing war in Ukraine.
What to do this weekend in Prague: Best events for August 21–23
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Medieval coronations merge with electronic sunsets, 1968 exile stories overlap with Asian markets, and castles glow after dark in Prague this weekend.
Prague remembers 1968: ‘We can lose our freedom faster than we think’
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This year's commemorations focus on the people who left after the Soviet-led invasion, with exhibitions, films, archival broadcasts and a new documentary.
Beyond the posters: New Prague exhibition explores Alfons Mucha's wider world
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Central Gallery's new permanent presentation looks beyond Mucha's famous Art Nouveau posters to his photography, design and influence on contemporary art.
Czechia expands free museum and gallery Sundays: See the new list
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Free museum and gallery Sundays expand from September, while 100+ Czech castles and chateaux extend free admission to two fall dates.
30+ English-friendly events worth your time this week in Czechia
This week’s calendar runs from Aug. 10 to 16, with tips for an open day at Czech castles and chateaux, a Prague landmark's birthday party, and more.
Czech cinema spotlight: Drug-fueled comedy 6 Grams showcases acting talent
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The new Czech comedy 6 Grams, about four fathers unraveling a cocaine conspiracy involving their sons, is now screening with English subtitles in Prague.
Cheap housing for students in Prague? Try a senior citizens' home
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Prague students can access discounted housing in senior facilities by spending time with older residents, offering a response to the city’s housing crisis.
Where to eat and drink in Prague now: August's tastiest openings and events
Pikola lands in Letná, a books-and-coffee spot opens in Malá Strana, Žižkov gets a Vietnamese brunch bar, and Korean BBQ arrives on Wenceslas Square.
Moon landings and a mystery route: Prague's Signal Fest reveals first details
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Signal Festival reveals its first 2026 highlights, from pioneering American artist Laurie Anderson to Czechia's old-school Laterna Magika reinvented.
What to do this weekend in Prague: Best events for August 14–16
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This weekend, Ukrainian traditions bloom, jazz nights swing, Faust inspires, and picnics pop up.
Solar eclipse and Perseids: Where to watch Wednesday's double sky show in Czechia
A partial eclipse and Perseid meteor shower arrive Wednesday. Here’s where to watch in Prague, and why escaping the city could make all the difference.
30+ English-friendly events worth your time this week in Czechia
This week’s calendar runs from Aug. 10 to 16, with tips for Prague's biggest circus festival, a Ukrainian cultural festival, and much more.
