Bohemian Burlesque Festival Returns to Prague for Its 10th Anniversary
Prague Morning
The Bohemian Burlesque Festival returns for its 10th anniversary, bringing four nights of international performances and a daytime market to Ostrava (already sold out), Brno, and Prague.
The festival, the largest burlesque event in the Czech Republic, will welcome a record 100 performers from 20 countries for this year’s edition. The programme combines classic burlesque, cabaret, contemporary performances, and vintage glamour.
This year’s theme is French-inspired, with three of the festival’s guest performers and headliners coming from France. Artists from Finland, Lithuania, and Estonia will also join performers from across Europe and beyond, alongside Czech talent.
Two major international names lead the programme. Medianoche, originally from New York and raised in Spain, is one of the industry’s best-known performers and won the prestigious Miss Exotic World title in 2017. Representing France, Chanelle de Mai is an acclaimed performer and costume designer known for her elaborate acts and precise choreography.
They will be joined by French special guests Vicomte Harbourg and drag performer Chantaaaal.
Prague will host three festival events over two days, all taking place at Hotel Belvedere in Prague 7.
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The programme opens on Friday, November 20, with Bohemian Cabaret Prague, a gala evening featuring international headliners, professional performers, and local artists. The show starts at 20:00, with doors opening at 19:15.
On Saturday, November 21, the festival continues with the Bohemian Market, running from 12:00 to 18:00. Visitors can browse vintage clothing, accessories, jewellery, lingerie, and burlesque-inspired fashion.
It is also a great opportunity to enjoy plenty of burlesque at an affordable price: tickets cost just CZK 350, making it a good alternative for those who miss out on the evening shows.
The programme also includes fashion shows, retro hair and makeup services, photo sessions, discussions about body image, interviews with festival guests, and performances by 24 emerging burlesque artists. A pin-up competition, live singer, and magician are also planned.
The weekend concludes with Bohemian Queen Night, the festival’s closing gala, starting at 20:30. Twelve performers from around the world will compete for the titles of Bohemian Queen and Bohemian Princess, as well as the Best Costume Award.
A new feature for 2026 will give audience members the opportunity to vote for their favourite performer in an Audience Choice Award. Festival headliners and special guests will serve as judges and perform during the second half of the evening.
Both evening shows will feature a raffle and a Best Dressed Audience competition, with prizes for visitors who arrive in their finest outfits.
Festival Schedule
Friday, November 20
– Bohemian Cabaret Prague
– Doors open: 19:15
– Show starts: 20:00
– Sold out
Saturday, November 21
– Bohemian Market
– 12:00–18:00
– Tickets
– Bohemian Queen Night
– Doors open: 19:45
– Show starts: 20:30
– 20 tickets left
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