January 16 marks exactly 51 years since Czech student Jan Palach’s self-immolation at the top of Wenceslas Square that would lead to his death in hospital three days later.
The world-famous Irish dance production Rhythm of the Dance returns to the Czech Republic in 2026 with a new tour that brings the spirit of Ireland to three major stages. The company will perform on February 3 at the Prague Congress Centre, February 4 at Boby Hall in Brno, and February 5 at Gong in Ostrava. Get your ticket here. Known for its sharp choreography, live music and strong sense of tradition, the show has built a reputation as one of the most successful Irish dance productions in the world. The upcoming tour promises a fresh programme that combines classic step dance with new staging and musical arrangements, offering audiences three evenings filled with rhythm, emotion and visual power. Since its creation more than two decades ago, Rhythm of the Dance has travelled across dozens of countries, performing on leading international stages and drawing crowds from every corner of the globe. Its appeal lies in the close bond between dancers and musicians, who together create a performance that speaks clearly even without words. The 2026 programme introduces a new artistic concept. Energetic group numbers are balanced with quieter, more lyrical moments inspired by the deep roots of Irish music. Large...
Believe it or not, the history of Czech skiing started in Prague, right in the center of the city exactly 135 years ago today. On January 5, 1887, skiing fan Josef Rössler-Ořovský used Prague’s Wenceslas Square, with a fairly friendly incline, as the first Czech ski run. Back then, winters were considerably tougher and snowfall more intense to be able to accomplish the feat. Afterward, skiing as a sport began to draw greater interest from the population. In the 20th century, after the fall of communism, foreign goods and sporting equipment became available for the first time in four decades, resulting in the modernization of ski equipment and ski resorts. Josef Rössler-Ořovský Josef Rössler-Ořovský (June 29, 1869, in Prague – January 17, 1933, in Prague) was a versatile Czech athlete and capable sports organizer. He is still one of the greatest personalities in Czech sport. Josef was an outstanding rower and skier, he played football for the Parisian club White Rowers and the English Black Trials Fulham and he was the first Czech football referee. He founded the Czech Ski-Club, the Czech Yacht Club, and the Czech Lawn Tennis Club. He shared in the founding of the Association of Skiers of...
The Czech Republic is shaping up for another strong concert season in 2026, with international stars, major festivals, and arena shows already confirmed. From heavy metal icons to singer-songwriters and pop acts, the calendar suggests a year that will keep both Prague and regional venues busy. One of the most anticipated appearances of the year will take place in Moravia. Marilyn Manson is scheduled to perform at the Masters of Rock festival in Vizovice, held from July 16 to 19, 2026, at the Rudolf Jelínek distillery. The artist will headline the Ronnie James Dio Stage, marking his return to the Czech festival circuit. Manson, the sole permanent member of his band, has released twelve studio albums to date, most recently One Assassination Under God – Chapter 1 in 2024. The Rock for People festival in Hradec Králové will also play a central role in the 2026 season. Running from June 10 to 14, the five-day event will feature Iron Maiden as a headliner on the final day. The British band’s appearance adds further weight to a lineup that traditionally mixes established names with newer acts, alongside late-night programming and themed stages. Another major development is the relocation of Metronome Prague....
Prague will welcome the first day of 2026 with reduced admission to several major cultural and leisure venues, offering residents and visitors an alternative to the city’s former New Year’s fireworks. On Thursday, January 1, nine institutions across the capital will take part in the city-backed initiative known as the New Year’s Gift for residents, making museums, galleries, and popular attractions more accessible on the public holiday. One of the strongest draws is Prague Zoo, which will open from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. with a flat admission fee of 100 CZK for all visitors. The offer applies throughout the day and does not require proof of permanent residence. The zoo’s participation continues a tradition that has made New Year’s Day one of its busiest winter dates. A similar price applies at the Museum of Public Transport in Střešovice, where entry will cost 100 CZK during opening hours from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. The museum, housed in historic tram depots, documents the development of Prague’s public transport network and is a frequent choice for families with children. Nature lovers can head to the Botanical Garden in Troja, which will offer a 50 percent discount on standard admission when tickets...
Joyful Christmas is celebrated in almost all countries around the world! The period and process depend on cultural and religious customs. Who gives presents on Christmas Eve in the Czech Republic? One of the traditional symbols of Czech Christmas is Ježíšek, in English “Christ Child”, who brings Christmas presents and places them for children under the Christmas tree. Ježíšek in the Czech Republic Certain clues about Ježíšek with Christmas presents come from the 17th century. There was a short mention from the calendar of Šimon Partlic, where it was written that children receive presents from their parents on Christmas Eve. However, this tradition was not fully accepted until the 19th century. At that time, people imagined Ježíška either as a kind of angelic figure or an invisible Baby Jesus. Traditionally today, Ježíšek brings presents on Christmas Eve after the first star appears in the sky. He places Christmas presents under a decorated tree without anyone actually seeing him. Like Santa Claus, Baby Jesus has a residence where children can post letters to. But unlike the Western Santa, Baby Jesus does not live at the North Pole. Instead, he lives in the mountains, in the town of Boží Dar. The Czech Republic has placed its own spin on Santa Claus which can be enjoyed by children and...
In Czech households, Christmas baking begins long before December 24. Kitchens turn into production lines, recipes are pulled from handwritten notebooks, and cookies are baked days—or even weeks—in advance. Among the dozens of traditional sweets prepared each year, two appear almost without exception: linecké cukroví (Linzer cookies) and vanilkové rohlíčky (vanilla crescents). Both rely on simple ingredients, careful handling, and time. And both tell a story of Central European tradition that has changed very little over generations. Linecké cukroví (Czech Linzer cookies) Linecké cukroví are delicate sandwich cookies made from shortbread dough and filled with fruit jam, usually red currant or raspberry. They are traditionally shaped as hearts, flowers, or stars, with a small cut-out in the top layer so the jam shows through. Czechs bake them several days before Christmas, allowing the cookies to soften and develop their characteristic tender texture. Ingredients All-purpose flour (plus extra for dusting) Unsalted butter, cold but slightly softened Powdered sugar (for the dough and for dusting) Egg yolk Freshly grated lemon zest Vanilla (paste or extract) Seedless red currant jam or raspberry jam Method Sift the flour into a bowl. Add the cold butter cut into small pieces, powdered sugar, egg yolk, lemon...
For its tenth edition, the Episodes series returns to Prague with a new exhibition by Kirill Postovit – a Prague-based sculptor and painter whose surreal style blends modernism with symbolic imagery. “The Window becomes a threshold: a delicate passage between the intimate inner works and vast expanse outside. It is at once a frame and a mirror, offering both refuge and releasing a reminder that every vision of the self is inseparable from the world it encounters.” Hosted at Katie Feygie Art Gallery, a private family-run space in Prague with over 30 years of history, well known for showcasing modern and contemporary pieces, Episodes X: The Window opened on December 3rd, 2025, inviting visitors to explore a collection of sculptures and paintings, each framing the world through windows. The exhibition opened at 18:30, with guests steadily pouring into the space, enjoying refreshments and cheerful conversations with the curator, Katie Margolin and the artist Kirill Postovit, who warmly welcomed each guest. Art collectors, historians, and art lovers from all over the world attended the event. The intimate setting of the space, surrounded by artworks and soft lighting, allows guests to pause and reflect on each beautifully crafted piece. Postovit’s artworks encouraged...
Paul Simon is preparing to bring his A Quiet Celebration Tour to Europe, with Prague among the key stops on his 2026 schedule. The American songwriter will appear at the Prague Congress Center on April 9, 10 and 12, presenting the chamber-style program that earned strong reviews during its U.S. run. Instead of beginning with his most familiar hits, the concerts open with Seven Psalms, a 33-minute acoustic composition released to widespread critical praise. Written for voice and minimal instrumentation, the piece was performed almost entirely by Simon in the studio. The Guardian described it as a “master suite,” while the Times of London called it a “remarkable album.” Simon has often said he views the audience as a participant in the work, which is why he chose intimate halls with top-level acoustics for the tour. After a brief intermission, the evening shifts toward his catalogue of classics, including newly arranged versions of well-known songs and a number of tracks he seldom played live. The second half of the show revisits a body of work that began more than six decades ago. Simon’s career first accelerated in 1966, when The Sound of Silence, recorded with Art Garfunkel, reached number one...
Colombians living in Prague will gather this week for a festive afternoon dedicated to the country’s Christmas traditions. The celebration will take place on Saturday, December 13, at the Hotel NH Collection Carlo IV, running from 2 p.m. to 8 p.m. The event aims to bring the Colombian community together and offer a taste of home during the holiday season. Visitors can look forward to traditional activities, music, food, and cultural presentations, with organisers hoping to recreate the warm, communal spirit that defines Christmas in Colombia. Registration is required, and organisers have outlined two forms of sign-up. Individual registration is mandatory for every Colombian citizen aged 18 and older, even if they belong to the same family. Family registration is available when the main registrant is a Colombian citizen over 18, allowing them to register a non-Colombian spouse and children under 18 within a single form. The deadline to register is December 10, and only submissions completed within this timeframe and according to the specified rules will be accepted. Visualizza questo post su Instagram Un post condiviso da Embajada de Colombia en la República Checa (@embcolchequia) Would you like us to write about your business? Find out more
Milk or heavy cream, eggs, sugar, spices, and something slightly stronger. The combination of ingredients is well-known all over the world. In the Czech Republic, it’s called vaječný likér, vaječný koňak, ajrkoňak, vaječňák. The rest of the world calls it eggnog, rompope, or koquito. Eggnog has a rich tradition even in the Czech Republic. Due to the simplicity of preparation and limited possibilities during the communist era, people prepared eggnog at home for many generations. After 1989, the commercial product range has expanded but eggnog is a beverage that is still created according to inherited family recipes. Various recipes claim they’re ‘the best’, ‘the most simple’, or ‘100% homemade’. Ingredients: 500 g cream (30%) 250 ml whole milk 8 egg yolks from L-sized eggs 20 g vanilla sugar 60 g caster sugar 1 vanilla pod (seeds) pinch of salt 155 g of rum Method: Beat the egg yolks in a large bowl with the vanilla and caster sugar until it forms a light and fluffy foam. Heat and stir the milk, cream, vanilla bean seeds, and a pinch of salt in a heavy-bottomed saucepan – do not boil, bring just below boiling point (stir constantly to prevent milk skin)....
From December 1 to 30, Prague hosts the exhibition Fragile Beings and a Parallel Life in the Studio by Bulgarian-born artist Rumen Sazdov at the Kronberg Gallery studio on Senovážné náměstí 8. Open daily from 11:30 AM to 6:30 PM, the space combines a gallery display with the artist’s working studio, offering visitors a unique chance to see both finished works and new canvases in progress. Sazdov, who has lived and worked in Prague since 1989, blends classical training with contemporary expressionism. Born in 1959 in Kyustendil, Bulgaria, he studied at Sofia’s Secondary School of Art and later at the Faculty of Figurative Art in Veliko Tarnovo. Over the decades, he has exhibited internationally, including in Bulgaria, New York, and Italy, and his works are part of prestigious private collections worldwide, owned by figures such as Princess Stephanie of Monaco and actor Bruce Willis. His paintings are known for their strong color, dynamic structure, and emotional depth. While modern and expressive, they remain accessible, making them suitable for collectors and interior projects alike. Sazdov’s work has been included in the international Mayer catalog and listed on Artnet, signaling both artistic recognition and investment potential. The Fragile Beings exhibition reflects his interest in...
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