The best events in Prague

Náplavka Farmers’ Market is one of Prague’s most popular riverside markets, open every Saturday from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. in spring and summer. It features over 90 stalls offering fresh produce, artisanal specialties, baked goods, cheeses, and other high-quality Czech products.

Beyond shopping, visitors can enjoy live music, street performers, and riverside cafés, stroll with views of Prague Castle, and taste local treats on the spot. The market combines shopping, culture, and a lively weekend atmosphere.

Biennale UMPRUM: Generation Z is an exhibition at the National Gallery Prague’s Veletržní palác that showcases the work of the youngest generation of artists and designers from the Academy of Arts, Architecture and Design in Prague. Part of a biennial cycle, it highlights emerging creative voices and fresh perspectives from the school’s students.

Young artists exploring how this cohort reflects its unique cultural and social experiences, navigates the blurred boundaries between digital and physical realities, expresses themes of identity and self-stylization. The exhibition features a wide range of projects, including installations, video works, and fashion collections, demonstrating the breadth and versatility of contemporary creative practice.

The Prague Fringe Festival is an annual performing arts event held in Prague, featuring performances primarily in English by artists from around the world. Modeled after the renowned Edinburgh Festival Fringe, it has been running since 2001, making it the longest-running English-language fringe festival in continental Europe.

The festival showcases a diverse mix of theatre, comedy, music, and more, offering dozens of short performances typically around 60 minutes across a wide variety of genres.

Pražské vinice is a city-wide vineyard weekend held across several locations in Prague. Instead of one central festival, both public and private vineyards open to visitors, offering the chance to explore different sites, taste local wines, and learn about winemaking.

Visitors can move between vineyards at their own pace, enjoying tastings, short tours, and the relaxed atmosphere. Many of the vineyards are also located on hillsides, providing nice views over the city.

The Divine Stories exhibition is one of the most prominent art events taking place in Prague this season and has drawn significant attention due to the artist behind it, Wolfgang Beltracchi. A highly controversial figure in the art world, Beltracchi presents this exhibition as part of his artistic reinvention.

The works on display are strongly influenced by European Old Masters, reinterpreted through a contemporary lens. What makes the exhibition particularly compelling is the contrast between its exploration of authenticity and the artist’s own complex and disputed history.

Strahov Monastery Brewery is one of Prague’s most iconic breweries, combining traditional Czech beer culture with a rich historical atmosphere. Located within the historic Strahov Monastery complex near Prague Castle, the brewery dates back to the 15th century.

During the warmer months, its peaceful courtyard becomes one of the most charming beer gardens in Prague. Despite its popularity, the brewery still maintains a calm and authentic local feel.

Rohan Design District is one of the most interesting design events currently taking place in Prague. Instead of being concentrated in a single venue, it spans three days across Karlín and Rohanské nábřeží, an area that is undergoing rapid transformation.

The festival turns this part of the city into a temporary design district, with events held in showrooms, newly completed buildings, public spaces, and active development sites. Its main focus is contemporary urban development and the ongoing shaping of Prague, rather than its historical architecture.

Dyzajn Market is one of the Czech Republic’s largest design markets, featuring around 200 local designers and makers. Visitors can explore fashion, jewelry, ceramics, stationery, natural cosmetics, and more, all handmade and sustainable.

The market, held 6–8 times a year at venues like Výstaviště Prague or the National Theatre piazzetta, offers free entry, street food, and a lively outdoor weekend atmosphere. It’s a great way to support independent creators and discover unique gifts and souvenirs.

MINT Market is one of Prague’s most popular design and artisan markets, held outdoors along the scenic riverside at Náplavka. Unlike typical tourist souvenir markets, it focuses on independent designers and small brands, offering items such as handmade jewelry, bags, fashion, Czech design pieces, home décor, and natural cosmetics.

It’s an ideal place to discover unique Czech-made products, perfect for gifts that go beyond the usual tourist fare. The spring edition is particularly charming, as the improving weather and lively riverside create a vibrant, welcoming atmosphere.

Metronome Prague 2026 is one of Prague’s biggest music festivals this summer. It is known for combining major international headliners with indie, alternative, electronic, and Czech artists. This year, the organizers are highlighting full-length headline performances instead of shortened festival sets.

Metronome is also popular for its relaxed atmosphere and is often considered a more comfortable alternative to large European camping festivals.

Prague Museum Night is one of the city’s key cultural events, when dozens of museums, galleries, and cultural institutions across Prague open late into the night. Visitors can explore these spaces after dark in a unique atmosphere, often enhanced by special lighting, performances, and one-off programs created for the occasion.

Participating venues typically include major institutions such as the National Museum, Galerie Rudolfinum, Kunsthalle Praha, and the Jewish Museum in Prague, along with many others across the city.

Bohemia JazzFest is one of the best-known free jazz festivals in Central Europe. Founded in 2005 by Rudy Linka, the festival brings internationally acclaimed musicians to several historic Czech cities each summer. What makes the festival special is its atmosphere, as concerts take place outdoors in public squares, castle gardens, and other open-air locations instead of traditional concert halls.

In Prague, performances are usually held near Prague Castle, creating a relaxed summer setting. Despite featuring world-class artists, the festival keeps a casual and welcoming atmosphere, making it one of Prague’s most popular summer cultural events.

The 2026 Prague Proms programme has already been announced and offers a diverse selection of film music, themed orchestral concerts, jazz, and crossover projects performed primarily by the Czech National Symphony Orchestra. The festival runs from June to September, with the main events in Prague taking place in June.

Concerts are held at three main venues: Smetana Hall in the Municipal House, The Loop Jazz Club, and the Church of Sts. Simon and Jude. The programme includes a variety of formats, ranging from theatrical and light-hearted performances and classical chamber music in a historic church setting to large orchestral evenings dedicated to iconic film music.

This is a large international street food festival where each country is represented directly by its embassy, consulate, or cultural office. Rather than conventional food trucks, visitors can sample authentic national dishes from around the world, prepared by embassy staff, chefs, and in some cases even ambassadors themselves.

The festival creates a unique world food tour in one day experience. It takes place in a large open square that is transformed into a bustling food market for the day, offering the opportunity to try cuisine from more than 50 countries in a single location.