The Indian community in Prague will gather for an evening of traditional music, dancing and food on Saturday, October 24, as Navratri 2026 returns to Top Hotel Prague. Organized by Bharatiya Gujarati Samaj, the event will celebrate the cultural traditions of Gujarat, a state in western India known for its distinctive music, colourful clothing and energetic folk dances. The programme will start at 5 pm and is open to people interested in Indian culture and traditions. The celebration will feature Garba and Dandiya Raas, two traditional dances closely associated with Navratri festivities in Gujarat. Visitors will also have an opportunity to enjoy Indian food, see traditional clothing and learn more about Gujarati culture. Garba will be one of the main attractions of the event. The traditional Gujarati folk dance is performed in circles, with participants moving rhythmically to music and following a series of coordinated steps. The dance is closely associated with Navratri, a Hindu festival celebrated over nine nights in honour of the goddess Durga and the feminine divine. Dandiya Raas is another traditional dance associated with the festival. Participants dance in pairs or groups while striking decorated wooden sticks together in time with the music. The movements, rhythms...
Prague’s first public film screening took place on October 18, 1896, at the Hotel U Černého koně on Na Příkopě Street. Organized by the French branch of Thomas Edison’s company, the presentation introduced audiences to moving pictures, a technology that would soon transform entertainment across Bohemia. The screening marked another milestone in a period of rapid technological change that had begun five years earlier. In 1891, Prague hosted the Jubilee Provincial Exhibition, celebrating a century of industrial progress. The event helped reshape the city, leaving behind landmarks including the Industrial Palace, Petřín Lookout Tower and mirror maze. The Hotel That Brought New Technology to Prague The Hotel U Černého koně, or At the Black Horse, was among Prague’s most luxurious establishments in the late 19th century. Its owners, brothers Jindřich and Karel Cífka, were quick to recognize the commercial potential of new inventions. Later in 1896, the hotel introduced another technological novelty, the X-ray machine. The device had been developed by German physicist Wilhelm Conrad Röntgen, who announced his discovery in December 1895. Initially presented as an attraction, the machine soon acquired medical significance. In January 1897, physician Rudolf Jedlička used it to examine a patient suspected of having swallowed...
Berlin electronic duo Modeselektor will open the 14th edition of Spectaculare on 3 March 2027, bringing their live show to ROXY alongside new music from their latest album, MDSLKTR Gernot Bronsert and Sebastian Szary will perform a set combining techno, electro, hip-hop and bass music, accompanied by visual projections and lighting. The concert comes shortly after the release of MDSLKTR, an album that revisits the sound and influences that have shaped the duo’s nearly three-decade career. The record follows Classics Vol. 01, a project that revisited material from their early albums Hello Mom! and Happy Birthday! and drew on years of studio recordings and unfinished ideas. With MDSLKTR, Modeselektor return to the sounds that first defined their music, drawing on Berlin rave culture, techno, electro, IDM and hip-hop while continuing to move between genres. Since emerging from Berlin’s underground electronic scene, the duo have built an international following through their studio albums, live performances and collaborations with artists including Radiohead frontman Thom Yorke, Tommy Cash, Flohio and Blixa Bargeld. They also formed Moderat with producer Apparat and run the independent record label Monkeytown Records. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Festival Spectaculare (@spectaculare_music) Berlin-based multi-instrumentalist...
Prague’s Holešovice Market will host the fifth annual Día de Muertos festival on November 5, bringing Mexican food, live music, traditional decorations and family activities. The event, organized in cooperation with Jarritos and Nuevo Progreso, will run from 11 a.m. to 10 p.m. Halls 13 and 11 will host a Mexican market and a carnival for children. Visitors can arrive throughout the day, with the food stalls opening at lunchtime. The selection will include Mexican and South American specialties, tortillas, grilled dishes and Jarritos soft drinks. A special beer brewed by Falcon brewery for the occasion will also be available. The food zone will remain open until 10 p.m., giving visitors time to sample different dishes and explore the festival’s other attractions. One of the main attractions will be a traditional ofrenda, or Day of the Dead altar, prepared by the Mexican Embassy. Decorated with photographs, flowers, candles and personal objects, the altar will introduce visitors to the traditions behind the holiday. Día de Muertos is dedicated to remembering deceased family members and loved ones. In Mexican tradition, the holiday celebrates their continuing place in family life and the belief that their spirits return to visit the living. Its customs...
David Duchovny, best known for his acting career, will perform in Prague on October 15, 2026, presenting songs from his upcoming album Prince of Pieces at Archa+. Tickets are on sale through GoOut. Duchovny has spent the past decade developing his career as a songwriter and recording artist, releasing music that combines melodic rock with introspective lyrics. Prince of Pieces is his fourth album and brings together a small group of musicians and longtime collaborators. The new record follows Hell or Highwater, Every Third Thought, released in 2017, and Gestureland, released in 2021. According to the album’s press release, the latest project is his most cohesive and collaborative work to date, reflecting the relationships he has built with fellow musicians over the years. Duchovny’s music has received positive reviews from critics. AllMusic described his sound as “eloquent, alt-rock-kissed country-folk in the vein of Wilco and the Wallflowers,” while The Boston Globe praised his voice for its “parched resonance and just a hint of rasp,” adding that he sings with feeling. View this post on Instagram A post shared by David Duchovny (@davidduchovny) The actor has said that the arrangements on his records are shaped by the mood and...
Doctors in the Czech Republic could soon recommend museum visits, dance classes, singing and creative workshops to people at risk of depression, anxiety or social isolation. The program, known as Art on Prescription, aims to connect healthcare providers with museums, galleries, libraries and other cultural institutions. Rather than replacing medication or psychotherapy, these activities would complement existing treatment and help prevent mental health problems. The National Institute of Mental Health (NUDZ) is preparing a National Platform for Prevention through Culture to bring together cultural organizations, healthcare providers, social services and schools. The goal is to make existing cultural activities more accessible to people who could benefit from them. The initiative is not intended to turn cultural institutions into medical facilities. Instead, it seeks to use local resources to support mental well-being and strengthen social connections. Research highlights benefits of cultural activities International research suggests that participating in cultural and artistic activities can improve well-being, strengthen social ties and reduce symptoms of depression and anxiety. According to Dominika Grygarová, a researcher at NUDZ, an analysis combining studies from more than 20 countries found significant reductions in symptoms of both depression and anxiety. The benefits depend not only on exposure to art...
Prague’s Art Restaurant Mánes combines live performances of Frank Sinatra’s best-known songs with a three-course dinner inspired by traditional Czech cuisine of the 1930s. The functionalist building offers views of the Vltava River and nearby Žofín Island, providing the setting for an evening dedicated to the music and style of Sinatra’s era. The Sinatra’s Tribute musical programme features acclaimed soloists, including baritone Daniel Klánský and jazz singer Sophie Lamoš. They perform some of Sinatra’s best-known songs, including *My Way* and *Fly Me to the Moon*, accompanied by a group of musicians. Rather than simply imitating the legendary American singer, the Sinatra Tribute offers its own interpretation of his musical legacy. One of the programme’s highlights is a restored 1897 Steinway & Sons grand piano, an instrument once played by Czech composer and pianist Jaroslav Ježek. The music is complemented by a three-course dinner served before the concert. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Sinatra Tribute Koncert & Večeře / Sinatra Tribute Show & Dinner (@sinatratributeprague) Created exclusively for the programme by Mánes Restaurant head chef Jaroslav Zahálka, the menu draws inspiration from Prague’s culinary traditions of the 1930s, reflecting the period associated with the evening’s...
Russian pianist Nikolay Medvedev will make his Prague debut on October 15 with FUSIONS, a solo recital bringing together classical piano and jazz. The performance will take place at on October 15th at 7 pm at Bohuslav Martinů Hall in Liechtenstein Palace. The programme features works by George Gershwin, Nikolai Kapustin and Earl Wild, and takes its name from Medvedev’s album Fusions, released in June by British label SOMM Recordings. The concert marks Medvedev’s first performance before a Czech audience. His programme explores music that combines the technical demands of classical piano with jazz rhythms and influences. From Moscow to the European concert stage Medvedev graduated from the Gnessin Academy in Moscow, where he later taught solo piano and chamber music. His competition results include second prize and the special Salle Cortot Prize at the Vladimir Horowitz International Competition in Kyiv, first prize at the Vera Lotar-Shevchenko Competition and a semi-final appearance at the Tchaikovsky Competition in Moscow. In recent years, he has performed at major European venues, including the Konzerthaus in Berlin and the Brucknerhaus in Linz. His appearance in Linz in May featured works by Gershwin, Wild and Kapustin, the same composers represented in his Prague programme. A...
Meet Julia and Ioana, the founders behind The Story Society, a new English-language bookstore and community project in Prague. Their idea combines a selection of books with a space for reading, book clubs, events and meeting other people. The project is still in development, with the founders currently looking for a location and working towards opening the bookstore in early 2027. Why a bookstore? For Julia, the idea started from a personal need. “I wanted to create a place where introverted people like myself could spend time comfortably, discover books at their own pace and potentially meet others with similar interests,” she says. But there was also a practical reason behind the idea. According to the founders, finding a wider selection of English-language books in Prague can be difficult, particularly when it comes to special editions. Ordering books from abroad can also mean higher shipping costs, taxes and waiting several weeks for delivery. “I wanted to solve two problems. One is community, and the other one is buying books in English here,” Julia says. The Story Society plans to source books from the UK and offer a selection that the founders feel is currently difficult to find locally. What they...
The PINKBUS Festival will return to Prague on November 3-14 with several days of theatre, dance, drag, music, visual art and performance. This year’s edition, titled Forward March!, will focus on the need to keep moving forward amid an uncertain social and political climate. Organised by the PINKBUS queer arts platform, the festival aims to create a space for artists and audiences to meet, experiment and share experiences. The programme combines established artists with new projects and will also mark the beginning of a new season for the platform. One of the highlights of this year’s festival will be the premiere of two original works developed through the PINKBUS open call First Ride. Richard Eliáš, an Academy of Arts, Architecture and Design in Prague (AVU) student, will present the interdisciplinary drag fantasy I Guess It’s Kind of My Fault, or What?. The second project, by the performative art collective Izbová teplota & Alejandra, is Štúrovci Went to Devín and Had Some Fun, offering a new and unconventional take on the group of Slovak national revival figures known as the Štúrovci. The festival will also feature international guests. French artists Nicolas Poggi and Giselle Hauscarriaga will present SUDOR (Sweat), a Czech...
Roger Waters will bring a new Pink Floyd concert production to Prague next year, with LEGACY – A Pink Floyd Show scheduled for June 8, 2027, at O2 universum. The new production has been created under Waters’ direction and will feature a ten-piece band led by his son, Harry Waters. The Prague show will focus on music from what is widely regarded as Pink Floyd’s most influential period, spanning 1971 to 1979. The setlist will draw from four of the band’s best-known albums: The Dark Side of the Moon, Wish You Were Here, Animals and The Wall. The music will be accompanied by a new visual production featuring high-resolution LED screens and imagery inspired by Pink Floyd’s original artwork and stage concepts. Harry Waters will serve as the show’s musical director, performing on Hammond B3 organ and piano while also contributing vocals. He has a long history with the band’s music and spent more than 15 years performing alongside his father on major tours, including The Dark Side of the Moon and The Wall. His connection to Pink Floyd goes back even further. As a child, Harry’s voice appeared on “Goodbye Blue Sky” from The Wall. He also saw the...
Prague’s planned Vltava Philharmonic has offered the first detailed look inside the building, releasing visualizations of its main foyer and the spaces serving its three principal concert halls. The interior design will combine wood, glass and stone, with flowing shapes inspired by the Vltava River and the building’s distinctive sloping roof. The plans also emphasize open public spaces designed to connect the concert halls with the rest of the building. The main foyer will be dominated by a large glass wall extending across several floors. Its curved geometry is intended to echo the movement of the Vltava and will separate the open foyer from other areas of the building. Light-colored solid wood panels will cover the ceilings, following the contours of the roof above. Stone elements will be used in areas connecting the public foyer with the foyer of the main concert hall, including spaces designed for both seating and standing around bar counters. ´ The project has become significantly more expensive The cost of the Vltava Philharmonic has increased sharply since the project was first estimated. In 2021, the projected construction cost was CZK 6.1 billion. After the Danish architecture studio Bjarke Ingels Group (BIG) won the international competition...
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