June in Prague is all about beer, music, and open-air fun. With dozens of microbreweries, street food, concerts, and family-friendly activities, the Czech capital will again celebrate its deep brewing tradition in style.

Here’s a guide to the best beer festivals taking place in Prague this month:

25 Years of Pivovar Strahov – June 6

Pivovar Strahov is turning 25, and it’s opening its doors to beer lovers for a day of special brews and a relaxed celebration. Attendees can enjoy unique beers like a Barrel-aged Baltic Porter matured in whisky and coffee barrels, and Spruce Spire, a fresh lager infused with spruce tips, brewed specifically for the occasion.

Žižkov Beer Festival – June 6 & 7

Parukářka Hill welcomes back the Žižkov Beer Festival, hosting dozens of brewers from across the country. Expect everything from classic lagers to bold experimental brews, accompanied by a full program of live music, street food, and family entertainment. A quirky highlight is the Žižkov Beer Coaster Turning Championship, taking place on Saturday, June 7. The festival is free to enter and will be hosted by Vojta Efler.

Sour Beer Festival – June 11 to 15, Permanent Pragovka

From June 11 to 15, the Sour Beer Festival returns for its fifth edition, bringing a wild lineup of colorful, tangy brews to Permanent Pragovka in Prague 9. Visitors can expect a carefully curated selection of Sour Ale, Berliner Weisse, Gose, Pastry Sour, Lambik, and other wild-fermented styles—many of them never before seen in the Czech Republic.

Prague Castle Microbrewery Festival – June 13 & 14

One of the most prestigious beer events in the Czech Republic returns to the Royal Garden of Prague Castle. The 13th edition of the Microbrewery Festival will feature 50 Czech and Moravian craft brewers, plus three standout Belgian breweries. Visitors can meet brewers in person, enjoy an intimate atmosphere (limited to 1,200 people daily), and take part in unlimited tastings. Tickets cost 750 CZK at the entrance and include a branded tasting glass, brewery catalog, and free-flow sampling throughout the event.

Desítka na desítce  – June 14, Malešický Park

From 2 PM to 10 PM, Malešický Park transforms into a buzzing celebration of beer, world cuisine, and live music. Now in its third year, the festival features a strong lineup including Django Always, Frankie & The Deadbeats, MYDY, and the iconic Plastic People of the Universe. For families, the festival offers face painting, balloon art, workshops, and a bubble show for kids. Entry is free.

Beer at Náplavka – June 20 & 21

The event showcases small and microbreweries from all over Czechia. This year features new entries like Pivovar Bohdaneč, Bročan from Jince, and the Ruxusní microbrewery from Telč. Entry is free, but tastings require the purchase of a 0.3L glass mug, available on-site for 150 CZK. The fee includes a mug, tasting card, and pencil. The same mug can be used on both days.

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After a cool and rainy spring, the Czech Republic is heading into a week of summer-like temperatures—but don’t leave your umbrella at home.

According to the Czech Hydrometeorological Institute (ČHMÚ), the next few days will bring a mix of sun, heat, and powerful storms as frontal systems sweep across Central Europe.

Monday will be cloudy to overcast. Most regions will see showers or occasional rain, with intense thunderstorms possible, especially in the southeast and east of the country.

Nighttime lows will range from 13°C to 17°C, while daytime highs will stay between 20°C and 25°C—though areas in the southeast may hit 27°C. Winds will come from the west to southwest, generally light to moderate, increasing briefly during storms.

On Tuesday, expect continued cloudiness and light showers, particularly in the east. Night temperatures will dip slightly, ranging from 12°C to 16°C, and possibly down to 9°C in the west and northwest. Daytime temperatures should remain stable at 20°C to 25°C.

By Wednesday, warmer air returns. Most of the country will enjoy temperatures from 23°C to 28°C, although the western regions will be slightly cooler at 20°C to 23°C. Skies will start out partly clear, but clouds and afternoon thunderstorms will likely develop from the west. Overnight temperatures will stay mild, between 11°C and 15°C.

Thursday’s forecast brings another dip in temperature, with highs between 18°C and 26°C, and up to 28°C in the west. Most of the country will see cloudy skies, as a new wave of showers and storms rolls in from the west. The southwest to west wind will continue at 2 to 6 meters per second, occasionally stronger during storms.

Cloudy Weekend with Scattered Showers

Looking ahead to the weekend, skies across the Czech Republic are expected to remain mostly cloudy, with intermittent rain and isolated thunderstorms.

Night temperatures will fall between 11°C and 16°C, cooling further to around 7°C to 12°C by Sunday night. Daytime highs will hold at 22°C to 27°C on Saturday, but may drop to 18°C to 23°C as the weekend progresses.

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On Saturday, June 14, the Polish Embassy in Prague will open its garden to the public for Polish Day 2025, an annual cultural picnic featuring free entry, traditional cuisine, live music, and family activities.

The event will run from 1:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. at Valdštejnská 153/8, Malá Strana, just below Prague Castle.

Organized by the Polish Embassy and the Polish Institute in Prague, the festival offers visitors a rare chance to explore the usually inaccessible embassy garden while enjoying a full afternoon of cultural programming.

The program includes performances by Czech and Polish music groups, a film screening, and presentations promoting various tourist regions of Poland.

There will also be culinary stands serving classic Polish dishes and desserts, as well as interactive workshops for children, competitions, and other entertainment.

Admission is completely free, continuing a tradition that has made this event a popular springtime highlight for both locals and Prague’s expat community.

While the full event lineup will be announced in the coming days, organizers confirm that there will be a dedicated program for families with children, including hands-on activities and performances designed for younger audiences.

📍 Location: Polish Embassy, Valdštejnská 153/8, Praha 1 – Malá Strana
🕓 Date & Time: Saturday, June 14, from 13:00 to 20:00
🎟️ Entry: Free and open to the public

 

 

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Milada Horáková (25th December 1901– 27th June 1950) was a Czechoslovak politician who was executed for alleged conspiracy and treason during the communist political trials of the 1950s.

Milada Horáková was born in 1901, in what was then still the Austrian-Hungarian Habsburg Empire, into a middle-class family. She managed to study law at a time when very few women did and became active in women’s emancipation movements.

Czechoslovakia, which emerged in 1918 from the Habsburg Empire, allowed women’s vote as early as 1920, ahead of many other European states, thanks to Senator Františka Plamínková, the founder of the Women’s National Council for whom Horáková started working in 1924.

From 1927, she worked in the social welfare department, promoting reforms aimed at women’s equality. During World War II, she entered the resistance movement against the Nazis, along with her husband, but both were arrested in August 1941.

Under the Nazi Occupation: resistance and incarceration

Shortly before the Occupation, she was forced to leave the Prague City Council. During the Occupation she joined the resistance group We Remain Faithful, finding secret housing for illegals and passing on information to an espionage agency. On August 2, 1940, she and her husband were arrested and imprisoned in Prague.

After the governor of the Protectorate of Bohemia and Moravia, Reinhard Heydrich was assassinated in 1942, she was transferred to the Terezín concentration camp in central Bohemia. There, she met up with Plamínkova again, though the former senator was executed in 1942.

Horáková’s husband had been sent to Terezín, too, but the couple was not allowed to meet. In October of 1944, she was sentenced to the death penalty, but a Dresden court changed the decision to eight years’ incarceration. When the US army liberated Horáková, she was in a concentration camp in Germany.

Back in politics from 1945 to the Communist coup of 1948

In 1945 she was reunited with her husband. Czechoslovak democratic President Edvard Beneš convinced her to return to the Czechoslovak National Socialist Party, and she became a member of Parliament in 1946, a post she would hold until the February 1948 Communist coup.

After joining the Union of Friends of the Soviet Union, Horáková realized that Czechoslovakia had to solidify its relations with the West in order to fight against Joseph Stalin. She also chaired the Council of Czechoslovak Women and served as deputy chairperson for the Union of Liberated Political Prisoners.

As the Communists gained power in February of 1948, Horáková rallied citizens to support Beneš, but on February 25, 1948, the day the Communists took over, she was expelled from all organizations.

The arrest and her trial

Although Horáková had the opportunity to flee abroad, she decided to remain in Czechoslovakia and continue to support democratic ideals. While working with illegal political organizations and maintaining contacts with exiled politicians, she was arrested during September of 1949 on a fabricated charge of conspiring to overthrow the totalitarian government.

Her trial began on May 31, 1950.

Horáková, who spent four years in camps and prisons, managed to represent herself at her own trial, and therefore avoided the death penalty. She returned to her work in 1945 and agreed to run as a member of parliament for the Czech National Socialist Party.

She quickly became a target of the communists for her outspoken criticism of their agenda to curb democratic freedom in post-war Czechoslovakia.

She gave her final speech on June 8, 1950, during her trial, in which she refused accusations of treason with strong determination. Here is a segment of her speech in this video in Czech:

She was eventually sentenced to death. On June 27, she was given 20 minutes to see her sister and her daughter before she was hanged.

She was cleared of all accusations posthumously in 1991, when she was awarded by President Václav Havel the Order of Tomáš Garrigue Masarykthe highest state honor made for outstanding contributions to the development of democracy, humanity and human rights

In 2017, an English-language movie was made about her life by David Mrnka:

 

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The legendary band that helped shape the global metal scene, Iron Maiden, is returning to the Czech Republic.

After two years, the iconic group will once again perform in Prague, bringing their greatest hits to the stage in a monumental celebration of their 50th anniversary.

Led by Steve Harris, Iron Maiden has truly done it all. With an impressive discography of seventeen studio albums, forty-seven major singles, and more than 100 million albums sold, the band has left an indelible mark on the music world. They’ve performed nearly 2,500 live shows across more than 60 countries, gathering millions of devoted fans.

Since their formation in 1975, Iron Maiden has remained a dominant force in metal, with a fanbase that spans generations.

The band has just announced their return to the Czech Republic—but this time, they’ll be performing at the Letňany Airport on May 31, 2025.

This venue, known for hosting massive acts like Rammstein, The Weeknd, and Imagine Dragons, can accommodate up to 60,000 fans, offering a truly immersive experience.

A Special 50th Anniversary Setlist

Iron Maiden’s 50th anniversary tour will feature a specially curated setlist, celebrating the band’s incredible journey. Fans can expect hits from nine classic studio albums, ranging from their self-titled debut to Fear of the Dark. While the band has yet to reveal specifics about the stage design for the Prague show, you can be sure it will involve their signature elaborate light shows, fire effects, and, of course, deafening sound.

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Czech Republic Justice Minister Pavel Blažek resigned from his post over a bitcoin-related scandal on Friday.

Blažek was under fire from the opposition after his ministry accepted a donation of bitcoins and sold them for about 1 billion Czech koruna earlier this year.

Blažek said that he wasn’t aware of any wrongdoing, but didn’t want the four-party coalition government led by Prime Minister Petr Fiala to be harmed by the scandal.

Fiala said that he appreciated his resignation and believed that Blažek acted with goodwill.

Blažek was a close ally of Fiala in the government, and also in his conservative Civic Democratic Party. It’s not clear who might replace him.

The issue focused on the fact that the bitcoins were donated to the ministry by a person who was previously convicted of drug dealing and other crimes.

The opposition has accused Blažek of possible money laundering, because it wasn’t clear where the bitcoins came from. It was also not clear why the person donated the bitcoins to the ministry.

The issue has been investigated by the police organized crime unit. The scandal took place just months before the Oct 3-4 parliamentary election.

The main opposition ANO (YES) party led by former populist Prime Minister Andrej Babiš is predicted to win the vote.

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A powerful new mural has been unveiled in Prague 7, commemorating the life and legacy of Milada Horáková, the Czech politician and lawyer executed by the communist regime in 1950.

Created by renowned street artist Toy_Box, the large-scale painting marks the 75th anniversary of Horáková’s judicial murder and stands on Milady Horákové Street 4, directly connecting the artwork to her name—and memory.

More than just a work of art, the mural serves as a public reminder of the dangers of totalitarianism and a tribute to civic courage. A quote in Czech and English accompanies the painting:

“Walk through the world with your eyes open and listen not only to your own pains and interests, but also to the pains, interests and desires of others.”

Toy_Box, who began painting the mural on May 19, describes the work as an emotional and symbolic reconstruction of Horáková’s fragmented story:

“Portraying Milada Horáková is a great responsibility,” she said. “I depicted her face in broken fragments, shattered by fate, yet her gaze remains dignified and focused—turned toward Strossmayer Square’s church, symbolizing her faith and will to live.”

The artist, known for combining classical painting with street art and comics, has exhibited her work internationally, including at HK Walls in Hong Kong earlier this year.

The initiative, titled “Mural Milada”, was made possible through collaboration between the Prague 7 district, the Urban Pictus festival, Primalex (which supplied the facade paints), and Praguesirens, which owns the building and financed the project.

To further engage the public, a website featuring a comic book version of Horáková’s story by Toy_Box is now live.

Starting June 23, specially designed posters with the mural’s motif will be available to the public at Milady Horákové 2 (Info Center) and U Průhonu 38 (City Hall). Businesses along Milady Horákové Street will also receive the posters to display in their shop windows.

The commemoration will culminate on Friday, June 27 at 10 a.m., when the Prague 7 district, joined by civic leaders and residents, will hold a ceremony in honor of Horáková and all victims of the communist regime.

The event coincides with educational projects in local elementary schools, where students explore Horáková’s story through art and history.

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Against a backdrop of rising anti-LGBT+ policies across Europe, Prague Pride 2025 returns from July 28 to August 3.

Now in its 15th year, the festival continues to blend queer culture, activism, and entertainment in the heart of Central Europe.

This year’s theme, “Where Is My Home?”, takes a line from the Czech national anthem and reimagines it through a queer lens—questioning what home means in a time when many are being pushed out of theirs.

The Czech Republic, while relatively safe compared to some neighbors, still lacks marriage equality and legal gender recognition without forced sterilization. With parliamentary elections looming in the autumn, the stakes feel higher than ever.

“With LGBT+ rights under attack in countries like Slovakia, Poland, and Hungary, we’re not just here to party,” says a member of the organizing team. “We’re here to send a message: equality, freedom, and human rights are not negotiable.”

The festival starts strong on Friday, with Pride Village on Střelecký Island hosting an all-day program of performances, food stalls, and community events. At 10 PM, the energy shifts to the nearby Pride Club, hidden beneath the island, with a night of dancing and live DJs.

The Pride Parade on Saturday is the main event of the week. Last year saw a turnout of 60,000 people—and organizers expect even more in 2025. The parade begins at Wenceslas Square and winds through Celetná Street, Old Town Square, and Pařížská Street before finishing in Letná Park.

The full Pride program features more than 200 events spread throughout the week, many of them in English. These include workshops, talks, art shows, and sports competitions like the international Friends Football Cup—a five-a-side match open to all skill levels.

 

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In the latest report from the Czech Statistical Office (CZSO), Jakub and Eliška once again topped the list of the most popular baby names in the Czech Republic for 2024.

These names have dominated the rankings for over a decade — Jakub since 2011 and Eliška since 2012.

Jakub led the pack among boys, followed closely by Matyáš, Jan, Adam, Matěj, David, Vojtěch, Filip, Dominik, and Tomáš.

For girls, Viktorie, Sofie, Anna, Natálie, Amálie, Ema, Tereza, Laura, and Adéla trailed behind Eliška. Interestingly, the once-traditional Marie continued to decline in popularity, while the more modern-sounding Mia climbed to 13th place.

In Prague, the name David was the most frequently chosen for newborn boys. “We can speculate whether this has something to do with last year’s hockey championship and the stellar performance of our scorer David Pastrňák,” Rojíček said with a smile.

The report also looked into names passed down through generations. Among boys, Antonín, Václav, Josef, and František remain commonly inherited. In contrast, girls’ names are less often repeated within families, although names like Marie, Ludmila, Anna, and Alena still appear among inherited traditions.

Czech Parents Get Creative — Meet Platon, Anakin, and Auri

The 2024 data also highlighted a growing trend of non-traditional names. This year, Platon, Mikael, Anakin, Ostap, Dion, and Leonardo were among the more unusual names chosen by Czech parents for boys.

Girls also received distinctive names, including Erin, Alma, Frída, Gréta, Auri, Marlen, and Josefa — showcasing a wider acceptance of diversity and personalization in naming trends.

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Metronome Prague 2025 promises unforgettable musical experiences and a vibrant party atmosphere for thousands of festivalgoers.

Headlining this year’s event are Rag’n’Bone Man, Alanis Morissette, Die Antwoord, The Streets, and Tommy Cash.

New to the lineup are two rising UK stars—singer Nxdia and guitar band HotWax. Special performances will come from Thom Artway, Barbora Poláková, Klára Vytisková, MikAel, and Polish singer Sarah James.

Czech rock icon Michal Prokop and Framus Five will debut their new album Ostraka, while Jasná Páka, with David Koller, will feature Dáda Albrecht in a rare appearance.

As night falls, top DJs will take over the indoor pavilions at Výstaviště Praha, keeping the energy going until the early hours. Beyond music, Metronome Prague also showcases design and contemporary art, making it one of Czechia’s cultural highlights. Single-day and multi-day tickets are available at www.metronome.cz.

Thursday night kicks off with Monika Načeva, followed by Michal Prokop performing at the Moon Club at 8:00 PM, celebrating his new album with Framus Five. At 10:00 PM, Jasná Páka takes the stage—known for blending rock, punk, and new wave since the 1980s.

Friday’s program blends indie folk, electronic, and experimental rap. British-Egyptian Nxdia, known for her modern pop sound and emotive voice, is among the standout acts. HotWax, a British trio channeling the raw energy of garage rock, grunge, and punk, will appeal to fans of Hole or The White Stripes, says music curator Michaela Jiráčková.

Friday will also feature MikAel (Michal Foret) joined by guest Tonya Graves, delivering electropop-infused tracks. Tommy Cash, the provocative Estonian rapper and visual artist, brings a striking audiovisual show. Thom Artway will offer his folk-pop sound, blending melancholy with optimism—music similar to Passenger or Vance Joy.

Saturday culminates with a grand All-Stars Night. The Fontana stage will present three award-winning Czech singers: Aneta Langerová, Bára Poláková, and Klára Vytisková. The Main stage will host Rag’n’Bone Man, known for blending blues, soul, and hip-hop, Alanis Morissette, who returns to Prague after 17 years, and The Streets, whose frontman Mike Skinner brings raw energy and authenticity.

Rag’n’Bone Man, aka Rory Charles Graham, is loved for his soulful voice and genre-crossing songs. Alanis Morissette, the Grammy-winning icon behind hits like “Thank U”, “Ironic”, and “You Oughta Know”, brings her expressive sound to the festival. The evening closes with The Streets, whose bold performances resonate with fans.

Meanwhile, the Moon Club will feature British artist Rufus Miller, known for collaborations with Sting and a unique blend of psychedelic rock, folk, and emotional lyrics.

The Techno stage will host local legend DJ Pavel Bidlo, followed by German duo Township Rebellion, known for their Berlin-Cologne techno influences.

After Alanis Morissette’s performance, fans can enjoy a set from Freak Power, and techno icon Timo Mass will close the night with a high-energy set.

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After a stretch of colder days, summer weather is finally making its way into Czechia, with temperatures expected to climb to nearly 30°C this weekend.

But while the heat returns, thunderstorms and showers remain in the picture, particularly in the afternoons.

Friday will bring rain, especially to western regions. Morning lows will sit near 10°C, while daytime highs are projected to reach between 17°C and 22°C, possibly hitting 24°C in some areas.

The weekend is shaping up to be the warmest of the year so far, with Saturday promising sunnier skies and temperatures ranging from 24°C to 29°C.

However, localized thunderstorms and sudden downpours are likely to break up the sunshine in several regions. Residents are advised to monitor weather alerts issued by the Czech Hydrometeorological Institute and follow safety instructions as needed.

Sunday will continue the trend: highs may touch 30°C, but unsettled weather remains likely. Showers and storms could roll in again, and morning fog may reduce visibility in lower-lying areas.

Looking into early next week, the high temperatures are expected to persist, though skies will likely stay mostly cloudy, with intermittent rain or thunderstorms still on the radar.

 

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Czech lawmakers have approved sweeping changes that will simplify divorce and child custody proceedings, with the new rules set to take effect next year.

The lower house of Parliament passed an amendment to the Civil Code on Wednesday, aiming to speed up divorces and make the process less burdensome for families with children.

The proposal, backed by the Justice Ministry, would allow divorces and child custody arrangements to be handled together in a single court proceeding—provided the parents agree on the terms.

One of the biggest changes is the elimination of the requirement to prove why a marriage failed, removing what many see as an outdated and often painful part of the process.

Lawmakers also approved a new rule that formalizes parents’ responsibility to raise children without physical punishment or psychological harm.

While this principle has long been recognized in Czech law, its explicit inclusion responds to recommendations from the European Committee on Social Rights.

However, the Justice Ministry clarified that the amendment does not introduce new penalties for corporal punishment. An effort by MP Nina Nováková (KDU-ČSL) to remove this clause—on the grounds that it was redundant—did not pass.

If the Senate signs off on the changes, couples with children who are in full agreement on custody and divorce terms will be able to avoid certain court procedures, such as mandatory questioning. Still, courts will continue to prioritize the child’s welfare, meaning they must first approve post-divorce custody arrangements before granting the divorce.

The draft also abolishes the distinction between joint, alternate and single-parent care. It would no longer distinguish between the resident parent, i.e. the parent who has custody of the child, and the non-resident one who has only the right to contact with the child.

The amendment now heads to the Senate for debate.

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