May 2025: Everything you need to know this month in Czechia
New fees for watching TV, two public holidays, free or discounted museums and public institutions, kindergarten enrollment and more key events this month.
From weekend swaps to everyday finds: Czechia’s trash-to-treasure trend takes off
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Reuse Days, a nationwide initiative running through April 30, is underway. Get to know the furniture banks beckoning with funky, affordable finds.
How to navigate EV charging and parking in Czechia like a pro
Mercedes-Benz's new public app offers easy and convenient access to more than 6,000 public charging stations across the country.
Easter 2025 in Prague: Store closures, transport changes, and festive fun
Find out what's open during the Easter holidays, including museums' and cultural spots' opening times, cultural and family events, and more.
Host a private event at one of Prague’s coolest arthouse cinemas: Edison Filmhub
A now well-established staple of Prague’s film scene, the boutique venue also caters to all who seek scene-stealing corporate events and team buildings.
Sending letters in Czechia is getting pricier: Will they disappear altogether?
A Europe-wide analysis has shown that posting letters in Czechia has become even costlier than in Germany and Austria.
German discount chain Woolworth to open first Czech store in June
The company, a descendant of the famed U.S. brand, plans to open 15 stores in Czechia by the end of 2025, with the first to debut in Třebíč in June.
Center stage: Prague named Europe's theater capital
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The Czech capital was also ranked Europe's fifth-most creative city in a wide-ranging ranking that included museums, theaters, and cultural events.
Czech food price shock: Inflation hits hard, rising fastest in EU after Turkey
Food costs in Czechia have jumped by far the fastest in the EU this year. What's behind the sticker shock at the supermarket and how long will it last?
Czechia's most expensive street welcomes five new luxury brands
Other planned developments in the area, including a new hotel, will add more high-end stores to the street.
Prague is fighting tourist prices with grocery discounts for locals
In a bid to ease the burden of overpriced, tourist-oriented stores, Prague 1 has allowed residents to save money at selected Žabka shops in the district.
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13 Ukrainian businesses you can support in Prague right now
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From authentic borscht to bold fashion, Ukrainian entrepreneurs have reshaped Prague’s food and culture scenes.
Cities across Czechia crack down on parcel pick-up points
Inconvenience and unsightliness are the main causes of complaint for officials and residents, as prices for these services also jump up.
Czech muesli to reach Mexican Walmart shelves after contract deal
Emco has secured a significant deal to supply Walmart stores in Mexico, marking an expansion of its growing international presence.
Say it with sparkle: Give a bespoke Valentine's gift from Prague jeweler
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Czech brand KLENOTA's handcrafted rings, necklaces, and bracelets promise personalized elegance.
WATCH: Viral video hilariously roasts Czech Post’s delays and quirks
A parody ad of the country's national postal carrier humorously highlights delays, closures, and the joys of waiting.
Free tap water in Czech restaurants? A new law could make it a reality
A new EU-wide regulation wants to simultaneously reduce waste while offering fairer practices to consumers.
