State holidays of the Czech Republic. Holidays in the Czech Republic

The coming 2018 will not spoil the residents of the Czech Republic with many long weekends, when the official holiday falls on Friday or Monday. There will be only four such cases.

The first such “vacations” will take place in the spring: Good Friday will fall on March 30, and Easter Monday, respectively, on April 2.

The Day of the Slavic Saints Cyril and Methodius (July 5) will fall on Thursday, and the following Day of the Execution of John Hus (July 6) will fall on Friday. This promises a four-day weekend.

Czech Statehood Day (September 28) will fall on Friday this time. That is, there will be an opportunity to rest for three days in a row.

The winter holidays will give everyone a five-day weekend (without the need to take time off) - Christmas Eve (December 24), the first and second days of Christmas (December 25 and 26) will fall on Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday.

There will be a total of 250 working days in the new year.

Czech public holidays and weekends in 2018:

School holiday schedule in the Czech Republic in 2018:

Spring break (jarní prázdniny):

5.2. – 11.2.2018 : Praha 1 až 5, Blansko, Brno-město, Brno-venkov, Břeclav, Hodonín, Vyškov, Znojmo, Domažlice, Tachov, Louny, Karviná

12.2. – 18.2.2018 : Praha 6 až 10, Cheb, Karlovy Vary, Sokolov, Nymburk, Jindřichův Hradec, Litoměřice, Děčín, Přerov, Frýdek-Místek

19.2. – 25.2.2018 : Kroměříž, Uherské Hradiště, Vsetín, Zlín, Praha-východ, Praha-západ, Mělník, Rakovník, Plzeň-město, Plzeň-sever, Plzeň-jih, Hradec Králové, Teplice, Nový Jičín

26.2. – 4.3.2018 : Česká Lípa, Jablonec nad Nisou, Liberec, Semily, Havlíčkův Brod, Jihlava, Pelhřimov, Třebíč, Žďár nad Sázavou, Kladno, Kolín, Kutná Hora, Písek, Náchod, Bruntál

5.3. – 11.3.2018 : Mladá Boleslav, Příbram, Tábor, Prachatice, Strakonice, Ústí nad Labem, Chomutov, Most, Jičín, Rychnov nad Kněžnou, Olomouc, Šumperk, Opava, Jeseník

12.3. – 18.3.2018 : Benešov, Beroun, Rokycany, České Budějovice, Český Krumlov, Klatovy, Trutnov, Pardubice, Chrudim, Svitavy, Ústí nad Orlicí, Ostrava-město, Prostějov

The Christmas holidays (vánoční prázdninyzačnou) will begin on December 22 and last until January 2, 2019 inclusive.

Annual state and religious holidays of the Czech Republic. Vibrant carnivals and festivals in the Czech Republic that you can visit in 2019.

The Czech Republic is a country where fairy tales become reality. The historical appearance of the cities and the traditions of the people are well preserved here. Local residents are friendly and thorough, calm and serious. The peculiarities of their character are noticeable in everything, especially in the celebration of celebrations.

Popular excursions in Prague

No matter what period you come to the Czech Republic, the most interesting place to start getting acquainted is with (see all the significant places and outline routes for future walks). And be sure to go to the legendary Czech resort, at least for one day. The tour includes an overview of the city and a visit to the Krusovice brewery (10 hours, Tripster).

New Year in the Czech Republic 2020

No matter how serious the Czechs are, the New Year is a special holiday. It begins on December 31 - St. Sylvester's Day. He is a revered Catholic figure. Only the year of his death is known - the 335th. Legends say that he saved the world from destruction by defeating a dragon.

The cycle of holidays in the Czech Republic starts with the New Year

The facades of houses and shops are decorated in advance with illumination; biblical motifs can often be found. As a rule, these are figurines of the Virgin Mary or the Magi. Fluffy Christmas trees in the main squares of cities are always decorated with angels. It is believed that he looks favorably at people from the top of the fluffy beauty and blesses them for good deeds.

It is customary to celebrate New Year in the Czech Republic with a large, noisy group. To do this, residents and guests of the country gather for specialized parties in hotels and restaurants. Those who did not manage to book a room should not be upset; concerts and performances will be held in all squares - especially in Prague. The main difference between holding this celebration in the Czech Republic is that the locals love to dance. These can be traditional dances of this people, a polka, or a waltz.

Another option for celebrating the New Year in the Czech Republic is truly fabulous. There are many ancient castles in this country. Of course, not all are open, but there are a number of fortresses with stunning views that you can visit for this celebration. Special companies create a unique holiday atmosphere corresponding to the Middle Ages.

A few minutes before the New Year in Prague, everyone flocks to the Orloj clock. The traditional drink used to celebrate New Year's holidays in the Czech Republic is, which is served hot. You can snack on a warming drink with fried sausages or potato pancakes. Meat cannot be found on the New Year's table of local residents and in many restaurants that night. Housewives cook instead. Each has its own secret to preparing the dish. True, some people prefer not to cook, but to release the fish into the wild. This tradition shows how merciful and kind Czechs can be.

If you go to celebrate New Year in the Czech Republic, be prepared that there is no Santa Claus in the country. He is replaced by St. Nicholas. He gives children sweets and gifts, and this is done at the beginning, not at the end of December. That’s why the festive mood comes to homes earlier than elsewhere in the world and remains there until January.

Holidays in the Czech Republic in January 2019

Czechs celebrate the 6th day of the first month of the year Epiphany or Three Kings Day. This is a holiday of mercy, compassion and generosity. Children dress in ancient costumes of kings and go around the houses with carols, skits and dances.

This tradition appeared in 2001 and has already become very popular. This is how children do a noble cause, raise funds for charity. This day symbolizes the end of Christmastide and the beginning of Carnival. Much attention is paid to visiting theaters, concert halls and balls. The carnival environment allows you to plunge into the atmosphere of the Middle Ages. Brightly decorated halls, masquerades, mandatory tailcoats and dresses - this is what can be found on the streets of the Czech Republic at this time. The main dance of these events is traditionally the waltz.

In January, guests of the country also have a reason to rejoice. At this time, brand stores decorate their windows with discounts, 50% is not the limit. If you search a little, you might even come across a 70% share.

Winter festivals and carnivals in the Czech Republic 2019

Two weeks before Catholic Lent (in 2019 the dates fell on March 2-6), the Bohemian Carnival starts.

One of the main venues for parades is Old Town Square. From here the procession begins its trek through the streets of the capital, where competitions are also held. But don't think that during the parade everyone is just singing and dancing. There are also plenty of treats: guests and residents of the country can try the delicious dishes of local housewives.

A traveler who decides to visit Prague at this moment should not pass by the palace of Count Clam-Gallas. This 15th century building has changed its appearance more than once, but has retained its originality. Now it hosts concerts and excursions.

Czech holidays and Easter in spring 2019

Most spring holidays in the Czech Republic are associated with the date of Easter (in 2019 it falls on April 21). Unlike the Orthodox holiday, the celebration there is more secular in nature and is celebrated on Monday, not Sunday. The celebration begins with Green Thursday. On this day, children take to the streets with rattles and bells. This is how they drive the spirit of Judas out of their homes and hearts.

Two days later, on Saturday, they go caroling. This is no longer charity, but an opportunity to please yourself with sweets. The main attribute of the Easter holiday in the Czech Republic are colored eggs. They can be found everywhere: in the form of treats, decorations for store windows, even in special stalls on the streets, where they are painted by hand. Pies, cookies reminiscent of lamb, and Easter cakes are frequent treats. Legs of lamb are roasted in the squares - whole!

Easter in the Czech Republic is usually celebrated for a week. In this connection, there is a piquant tradition that men will appreciate. You need to weave whips from willows (“pomlazki” in Czech) and whip the woman in a soft spot. With this action, a man will give a woman beauty and youth for a whole year. True, in the afternoon the girls have the right to make a retaliatory move by dousing the “offender” with cold water. So be careful when walking the streets throughout the week!

Holidays in the Czech Republic in May 2019

The first day of the last spring month - Workers' Day, in the Czech Republic it is customary to celebrate with solemn parades, concerts, and youth performances.

On Victory Day In this country, two whole days are allocated, May 5 and 8. Wreaths, military parades, solemn and important - this is how they pay tribute to those who fell during the war and occupation in the Czech Republic. A special feature of the celebration of Victory Day is the creation of reconstructions of military operations. Another May holiday shows the upbringing and values ​​of the Czechs. Celebrated on the second Sunday of the month Mothers Day. This is a family holiday in the Czech Republic, on which it is customary to delight grandmothers and mothers with gifts. The best gift is a gift made by yourself.

At the end of May, the Czech Republic is again ready to receive international guests - beer festivals are starting all over the country, which is famous for the quality of its foaming alcoholic drink. From mid-May (10th to 26th 2019) you can easily attend the beer festival. The largest one takes place in Prague. They prepare for it very seriously: tents are set up, seats are allocated.

So unique in the Czech way. During this period, you can try over a hundred types of beer in Prague, admire theatrical performances, and listen to musicians. In 2019, guests and residents of the country are promised to be pampered with beer-flavored desserts, wine and treats.

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Holidays in the Czech Republic in summer 2019

On July 5th of every year, the Czech Republic celebrates a unique holiday - Day of Cyril and Methodius. These are one of the few saints recognized by both the Orthodox and Catholic churches. Thanks to these saints, every Christian once had the opportunity to listen to a service in a language he understood. Surprisingly, in the Czech Republic the celebration received the status of a public holiday. How is it celebrated? On this day it is customary for families to go to church.

The next day, July 6, thousands of bonfires break out in tribute to Jan Gnus. A reformer, philosopher, priest with an active life position, he made church books more understandable and the rules of conduct for clergy clearer. The great sadness of the holy man was the decline in the spirituality of the church. For attempting to point this out to senior management, he was deprived of his priesthood and burned at the stake. His memory day is a public holiday in the Czech Republic.

The summer solstice is celebrated in the Czech Republic. It takes place in the south of the country, in Cesky Krumlov, and lasts three days. During this period, the already beautiful city is transformed many times over, rewinding time back several centuries. The carnival features a medieval procession that fills the streets. Knightly tournaments, fairs of the 13th-15th centuries, costumes and entertainment - all this gives the holiday a special chic. There is a lot to see and a lot to take part in.

On July 8, film lovers flock to Karlovy Vary - a film festival opens there. Exhibitions, presentations, master classes from the best directors and actors in the world - this is what awaits you at Film Festival in Karlovy Vary residents and guests of the country. A nice bonus: it is more affordable than many similar events.

Holidays in the Czech Republic in autumn 2019

We list the autumn holidays of the Czech Republic, which are the most important in the country. These days, celebrations and concerts are held everywhere:

• Czechs associate the golden carpet under their feet with Statehood Day(September 28). This holiday is loved by local residents, because at the same time they celebrate the day of the beloved patron of the Czech Republic - St. Wenceslas.
• A month later, the country again begins to be full of flags and national attributes. 28 of October - Day of formation of independent Czechoslovakia.
• The last Czech public holiday of the year is celebrated on November 17. He pays tribute to the tragic struggle for freedom and democracy.

Czech Festivals: Vintage Festival

Autumn in the Czech Republic is marked not only by official celebrations. After the hot summer comes the time of festivals, balls, fairy tales and harvest. At the beginning of September, a festive parade for the little ones takes place in the city of Jicin. For a week, the town becomes part of a fairy tale: concerts, carnivals and performances are held.

At the end of September, festivals in the Czech Republic will delight adult tourists. At this time it is carried out vintage festival. It is customary to drink a kind of drink on it - something between wine and juice. And in November, the Czechs treat their guests to new wine; the fame has spread to Eastern Europe. Each holiday lasts at least 3 days and is accompanied by folk festivities.

Like all of Europe, at the end of October the Czech Republic bursts into flames with a million decorated pumpkins. Halloween has taken root well in this calm but celebration-filled country. After all, costume balls, masquerades and carnivals in the Czech Republic are now as remarkable as palaces and castles. The latter, by the way, close in late autumn, giving way to museums and exhibitions.

December celebrations - Christmas in the Czech Republic

Christmas is, without a doubt, the warmest holiday in the Czech Republic. It all starts quite early, with St. Nicholas Day - December 6th.

Christmas holidays in the Czech Republic are a fairy tale!

On this day, children begin to receive gifts and sweets, Christmas trees are decorated, and they begin to work. It is important that every fluffy tree should have a bell. Its ringing is considered a reason to look under the tree. Czechs believe that gifts are brought not only by Mikolas, but also by a good spirit - Jerzyshek. No one knows what he looks like, and in principle this is not surprising - he is an incorporeal creature.

On Christmas Eve (December 24) it is not customary to cook meat dishes. But the table is still bursting with treats. There should be exactly 12 of them and all of them should be lean. The highlight of the program are carp dishes. The Czechs are hospitable people, therefore, despite the “family” nature of Christmas, they always put an additional device on the table for the occasional guest.

So if on Christmas night in the Czech Republic you have nowhere to lay your head, not only will they not kick you out, but they will also feed you and wish you happiness.

Traditions and everyday magic in the life of the Czechs: to attract wealth, you should put carp scales in plates, which you will then have to carry in your wallet all year. Another entertaining Czech tradition at Christmas is feeding the bears. Tame animals can easily be found on city streets and treated to fish.

Official holidays of the Czech Republic 2019

Official holidays in this country are not only public holidays, but also church holidays, as you have already seen above:

• 14th of April- day off in the Czech Republic, Good Friday;
• April 21, 2019- Easter Monday;
• 1st of May- International Labor Day;
• May 8- The Czech Republic celebrates the Day of Victory over Fascism;
• July 5-6- days of remembrance of Saints Cyril and Methodius and the philosopher John Hus;
• September 28- Statehood Day (and St. Wenceslas);
• 28 of October- Day of the formation of independent Czechoslovakia;
• November 17- Day of the struggle for freedom and democracy.

However, the most beloved and important holiday in the Czech Republic is Christmas. Here you can officially relax for three whole days - from December 24 to 26 each year.

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Like many other nations, Czechs love to relax and look forward to public holidays, when they can relax and spend time with family. Some Czech holidays coincide with holidays in Russia, others are exclusively national in nature. A pleasant bonus for tourists is that, unlike neighboring Germany and Austria, most restaurants and shops in the Czech Republic are open even on holidays, with the possible exception of December 25 and 26 and January 1.

January 1 - New Year

January 1 is a very important date for Czechs, and not only because it is the first day of the New Year, but because it was on January 1, 1993 that 2 new independent states appeared in central Europe: the Czech Republic and Slovakia. Therefore, January 1 is also known as the Day of the Establishment of the Independent Czech State.

April - Easter

The most important Christian holiday of the year. Every year the dates of Easter week are different; the holiday begins on Easter Monday, when the Czechs begin. Working people are entitled to 1 official day off on Easter - in 2014 it was 21.04, and in 2015 it will be 06.04. Schoolchildren are entitled to a short Easter holiday (usually 4-5 days before Easter Monday). Czechs love Easter very much and try to go somewhere to relax on this holiday: in the Czech Republic or abroad.

May 1 - Labor Day

This holiday among the Czechs coincides with ours and is strongly associated with the communists, although it began to be celebrated back in 1890 - in memory of the workers' strike in Chicago. During communist times, May 1 was celebrated in Prague with large parades. After the 1989 revolution, this holiday is not widely celebrated, but is only an additional day off.

May 8 - Victory Day

One of the main holidays of the year not only in the Czech Republic, but also in Europe, because the end of World War II falls on this date. On May 5, 1945, an uprising occurred in Prague, and 3 days later - on May 8 - an agreement on the surrender of Germany was signed. During socialist times, Czechoslovakia celebrated Victory Day on May 9, the day the Red Army liberated Prague. However, after the 1989 revolution, this holiday was moved to May 8.

July 5 - Day of Slavic Saints Cyril and Methodius

This holiday is also known as the Day of Slavic Literature and Culture. Cyril and Methodius Day is the only state and church holiday that is celebrated not only in the Czech Republic, but also in other Slavic countries - in Bulgaria, Russia, Macedonia, and Transnistria. The Solun brothers Cyril and Methodius came to the Moravian territory of the Czech Republic in the 9th century. They are believed to have brought Christianity and education to the Czech land. They created the Glagolitic writing system and made Old Church Slavonic the official language of worship. On this day, festive services are held in Czech churches.

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July 6th - Jan Hus Execution Day

Jan Hus is undoubtedly the Czech national hero, thinker, and preacher whose execution led to the Hussite Wars. On this day, bonfires are lit in the Czech Republic and Slovakia in memory of Jan Hus.

September 28 – Czech Statehood Day

It was on this day in 935 in the town of Stara Boleslav that Prince Vaclav, who is considered the patron saint of the Czech land, was killed by his brother. This holiday was celebrated until 1951; during communist times it disappeared from the holiday calendars, but in 2000 it reappeared in it and received its official name: Czech Statehood Day - St. Wenceslas Day.

The image of Saint Wenceslas can also be found on the 20 CZK coin. The inscription next to the image of Saint Wenceslas reads: "Saint Wenceslas, don't let us and our descendants die".

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October 28 - Day of the establishment of the independent Czechoslovak Republic

Czechoslovakia began to function as an independent state on October 28, 1918 as a result of the collapse of Austria-Hungary. At that time, Czechoslovakia included the territory of the present Czech Republic, Slovakia, and Subcarpathian Ruthenia. The first president of Czechoslovakia was Tomas Garik Masaryk, monuments to whom can be found in many cities of the Czech Republic. In 1945, after the Second World War, Subcarpathian Rus' ceased to be part of the country's territory. Later, as we know, in 1993 the country was divided into the Czech Republic and Slovakia. A street in Prague was named in honor of this holiday - 28 . října (October 28).

The President of Czechoslovakia, Tomas Garik Masaryk, was immortalized on the Czech banknote of the highest denomination - 5000 CZK. You won't see this banknote very often, because... Such banknotes can only be issued to you at a bank.

November 17 - Day of the Fight for Freedom and Democracy

This date marks two important events in Czech history: the first of them dates back to 1939, when the Nazis closed the universities of Czechoslovakia and all demonstrations were dispersed by force. After which 9 leading representatives of universities were executed. Another event dates back to 1989, when student protests took place in Prague, which were also dispersed. This event marked the beginning of the Velvet Revolution, as a result of which the communist regime fell. The future first president of the Czech Republic, Vaclav Havel, played an important role in the revolution, so Czechs often associate this date with him.

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December 24 - Christmas Eve

This is the last day of preparation for the most important event of the year - Christmas. In the Middle Ages, it was on this day that the old year ended, and the new year began on December 25. On this day, Czechs visit each other, cook carp, exchange gifts, etc. It is not Father Frost who puts gifts under the Christmas tree for Czech children, but the infant Christ. Traditional for this day is a Lenten lunch with a mandatory dish on the table of cereals and wild mushrooms.

December 25 and 26 - Christmas

On these days, Czechs exchange gifts and spend time with family. And already on the 27th they go to work. The next day off is only January 1, and back to work. Here we never dreamed of such long New Year holidays as in Russia. Schoolchildren have holidays, but they usually begin on December 23 and last until January 2-3.

During the holidays, Czechs like to travel to the best of their ability: travel agencies offer a bunch of interesting offers for Easter and New Year. Czechs often take extra days off and combine them with public holidays in order to get out for a few days at sea in the summer, and in the winter to go skiing at home or in Austria. In Prague, trams are decorated with flags on public holidays. Easter markets are organized at Easter, and rallies are often held on October 28 and November 17.

Natalya Glukhova

Happy national holidays in the Czech Republic

22/04 2017

Good afternoon friends!
Today let's talk about holidays in the Czech Republic. True, there are many of them, all the holidays are very bright, colorful, and interesting. Usually accompanied by folk festivities. Choose a holiday you like - come to the Czech Republic.

From this article you will learn:

About Czech holidays

There's plenty to celebrate in spring, winter, summer and fall. There are a lot of religious celebrations, which is typical for Catholics. The city is brightly decorated, and people take to the streets.

Everything is accompanied by solemn festivities and dressing up in national costumes. Performances and short stories from the lives of saints, for example, are often staged.

Public holidays are celebrated no less spectacularly than religious ones. Usually on these days people have days off and large stores are closed. But people are not discouraged - tents with food, traditional Czech sausages, draft beer and cider appear.

Everyone is welcome to take part. Then all the hotels are already booked, so you'll have to hurry. Read about how to easily and without problems apply to the Czech Republic in my previous article.

Winter celebrations

If you are traveling with children, try December 5th. It's St. Nicholas's day. This Saint keeps a census of good and bad children, and in the evening he gives gifts to the good children.

There are many fun activities for children. There will be games, gifts, competitions and performances.

Christmas is celebrated on December 25, and preparations for it begin long ago. The city center is being transformed. A stage is set up on Prague's Old Town Square, and there are also stalls with sweets, souvenirs, and gifts.

Houses are decorated with colorful light bulbs, everything is illuminated. By the way, it is not customary here to cut down the Christmas tree. Use artificial trees, or a tree in a pot.

St. Stephen's Day is also celebrated in December. And behind it is the New Year. Some people spend the holiday at home with their family, others visit clubs or restaurants. The streets of the city are always crowded, fireworks roar.

The Hotellook service will help you find a hotel. Always good deals, good prices for tourists. And buying tickets through Aviasales is quick and convenient. There are always convenient dates. And if you change your mind, the service will help you change the date or return the money for the ticket.

After the New Year's weekend there are two major religious dates for the country - Epiphany or the “Feast of the Three Kings”. The coming of the Magi to the baby Jesus with gifts is famous. This is the time to go to church.
There are a lot of religious dates during the winter period. Check the holiday calendar; shops and shopping centers will be closed.

Easter Fair in Prague

May 1 is celebrated as Workers' Day. It is a holiday in the country, and shops and shopping centers will not be open. It is also the day of Liberation from fascism. May is the time to remember the Great Victory. Exhibitions of military equipment are held, Victory Day is celebrated. Everything is closed, people are relaxing, walking.

Back in May, there are two pleasant “women’s” days - Mother’s Day and Grandmother’s Day. It is clear who needs to be congratulated on this day.

The Beer Festival takes place from 11 to 27 May. It is very young, celebrated only since 2008. Everyone has already fallen in love with it - residents and guests. You can try dozens, or even hundreds, of beers from large and small breweries.

Summer “red days” of the calendar

Not very many significant dates. The day of the death of Jan Hus is celebrated. This reformer died for his ideas and was burned in Prague. This memorial date is celebrated in the Bethlehem Church.
July 5 is Cyril and Methodius Day.

Autumn holidays

It is worth noting 2 major state celebrations:

• October 28 - Czech Independence Day;
• November 17 is the Day of the Fight for Freedom and Democracy.

Independence Day has been celebrated since 1918. Then Czechoslovakia seceded from the Austro-Hungarian Empire and declared itself a free state. Today Slovakia no longer celebrates this holiday, but the Czech Republic has made it a state holiday and does not forget an important date for the country.

Unlike October 28, November 17 is celebrated in the Czech Republic and Slovakia. This is a memory of two sad events: the Nazi repressions of 1939, and the Velvet Revolution of 1989. First of all, students from the Czech Republic and Slovakia suffered in all these events. Perhaps, if not for these young people, Freedom and Democracy would have come here much later.

People here love All Hallows Eve - Halloween. Celebrated on October 31st. Pumpkins are a must-have holiday attribute. It is also customary to place pumpkin dishes on the table - salty or sweet.

Then, on November 1, comes a big church holiday - All Saints' Day. This ancient holiday has been celebrated in the Czech Republic for a very long time. From the very morning - to the cemetery, then a memorial service. The roots of the holiday are the tradition of remembering the martyrs who suffered and died for Jesus Christ and their faith.

There is a dinner at home, and small breads called povalki are always served with it. They are made as many times as the family remembers the dead. The dumplings are also distributed to the poor. Porridge, cheese, and bread were left on the graves to honor the deceased.

November 11th is St. Martin's Day. He is the protector of winemakers, horsemen, geese and horses. But over the years, November 11 has become the main day for all winemakers. It's wine fair day. You can try and buy a variety of wines from all over the Czech Republic.

Holidays in Prague significantly change the Czech capital - it becomes even more beautiful here. All streets are decorated with lights or other decorations.

The Czechs' favorite holiday is Christmas.

Prague before Christmas

Before Christmas, in December, all the streets and houses in the capital of the Czech Republic are transformed. Residents decorate their homes with lights and Christmas trees. Decorated fir trees also appear in the city itself. Sales begin in all stores, Christmas markets start in the city center, on Old Town and Wenceslas Squares

Many restaurants in Prague host Christmas parties, and bright posters with unique offers from various establishments hang on the streets. There are a lot of different restaurants in Prague, both expensive and popular. Around Christmas, sometimes you can get a flyer on the street that says admission to some party will be free.

Christmas in Prague

The celebration in Prague takes place on December 25th. In Prague, this holiday is considered a family holiday. Czechs spend it at home with family and friends. On this day, an even number of people should sit at the table, and the hostess should not leave the table. These are the beliefs of the Czechs!

Christmas table

Usually on Catholic Christmas they try not to serve meat, so carp is a favorite. They prepare a lot of sweets: vanochki, honey gingerbread, bagels. All this is served with punch or mulled wine.

Photos of Christmas Prague

Beer Festival in Prague

100 brands of Czech beer “participate” in the festival; at the festival you can try special Czech dishes. The festival features live music and seating for 4,000 people. All waiters are dressed in national costumes.

More than 100 thousand people from all over the world come to the festival every year!

Where does the festival take place?

In Prague 7, Letná.

Ticket prices for the beer festival in Prague

Until 14.00 on weekdays, admission is free.

After 14.00: standard - 90 CZK, under 15 years old - free, pensioners (over 65 years old) also free. At the entrance you kind of buy a card with which you can try beer.

Feast of St. Barbara in Prague

Celebrated on December 4th. Saint Barbara is one of the 14 saints who helps people in earthly affairs.

How to celebrate St. Barbara's Day in Prague

On St. Barbara's Day in Prague, children are given gifts, most often sweets. On this day, Czechs cut cherry branches and place them in water so that they bloom for Catholic Christmas. These branches are called “barborki” in the Czech Republic (from the word “Barbara” (Varvara)). It is believed that if the branch blooms, then there will be happiness and tranquility in this house.

Goat Day in Velke Popovica

The festival takes place in the small town of Velké Popovice in mid-June, not far from Prague. The world famous Kozel beer is brewed here. At the festival you will have the opportunity to taste fried sausages and shashlik prepared according to a special recipe in Kozel beer. Here you will be greeted by real blacksmiths and other cultural attractions.

On the day of the holiday you can visit the brewery with a 50% discount.

How to get to Velke Popovice

The best way is by bus. Suburban bus number 100363 runs from Opatov metro station.

May holidays in Prague

The history of the May holidays is almost the same as in our country.

What holidays are celebrated in Prague in May?

"Glorious May Days" are official holidays in Prague, so no one works on these days (except cafes and shops, of course). May 1 is the day of labor, spring and love. May 5 is the day of remembrance of the Prague Uprising in 1945. May 8 - Victory Day.

Day of Love

On the day of love, May 1, new wine and Czech beer are tasted in the capital. Lovers should kiss under the cherry tree, so on this day a lot of couples gather on Petřín Hill.

Parades on Wenceslas Square

Also on this day, parades take place on Wenceslas Square.

On Victory Day in Prague, fireworks are displayed and flowers are laid at the Olsany Cemetery. By the way, on May 9, a Russian-Czech motor rally is being held in Prague. The event is held under the slogan “Youth against war”.

In general, Prague is very beautiful in May, so in any case there is something to see.

Walpurgis Night in Prague

How to celebrate Walpurgis Night

On this night in Prague there is a procession of people in carnival costumes. All this takes place in Mala Strana (“Small City”). Residents dress up as witches, werewolves and move around the city with lit torches along the Charles Bridge and Fr. Kampa.

Prague residents burn bonfires, scarecrows and drink beer.

Feast of St. Nicholas (Nicholas)

In Prague, St. Nicholas is Father Frost. On December 6, his holiday, on the street you can meet Mikulas in a long fur coat, with a bag of gifts, with a staff and accompanied by an angel and an imp. It is believed that on this day the spirit of Christmas awakens.

The angel walking with Mikulas distributes sweets and fruits to good children, and the little devil presents a potato or a piece of coal to the naughty ones. This is a very interesting sight.

St. Wenceslas Day and Czech Statehood Day in Prague

Who is Vaclav?

Wenceslas ruled the country from 924 to 935. Vaclav greatly developed the Christian religion in the Czech Republic. By his decree, the Church of St. Vitus was built, often visited by tourists.

Photo of St. Vitus Cathedral

Prince Wenceslas made a great contribution to the development of education in the country. He was a very humane man, of whom Czechs are proud to this day. His kindness and justice are reflected in many legends.

Gay Pride in Prague

Usually celebrated in the summer, in August. The parade is held to support sexual minorities. It starts at Wenceslas Square or People's Avenue.

Valentine's Day in Prague

Celebrated on February 14th. On Valentine's Day it is very difficult to find a table in a restaurant, because it seems that all the couples in the city took them at the beginning of the month.

– a very romantic city with many special places. There is a belief that if you kiss on the Charles Bridge on this day, the couple will be very happy.

Very romantic in Prague Castle, Vysehrad Fortress and Stromovka Park. There are a lot of weddings taking place in Prague on Valentine's Day.

Prague residents love holidays very much and respect their culture, so if you happen to attend even a small holiday (for example, March 8), you will be surprised at how the city transforms and how people’s mood changes. You will definitely like it even more.