From Iron Maiden to Calvin Harris: Czechia’s Biggest Music Festivals in 2026
Each summer, the Czech Republic turns into a key stop on Europe’s festival map. In 2026, the country will again host some of the continent’s largest music events, drawing tens of thousands of visitors from abroad. Rock, metal, electronic music, pop, punk, and experimental genres will fill cities, former industrial sites, lakesides, and historic fortresses. One of the earliest major events will be Rock for People, held from June 10 to 14 in Hradec Králové. Now running for more than three decades, the festival remains one of Central Europe’s largest rock gatherings. The 2026 lineup includes Iron Maiden, Gorillaz, Bring Me The Horizon, Limp Bizkit, Halsey, Megadeth, and Tom Morello. The event will take place at Park 360 and span five days across multiple stages. Later in June, Metronome Prague will run from June 19 to 21 and move to a new location for the first time. The 2026 edition will be held at the Letňany Fairgrounds. The lineup features Sting, Nick Cave and The Bad Seeds, Manic Street Preachers, The Flaming Lips, Slowdive, and Purity Ring. Unlike many large festivals, Metronome remains focused on city-based access without camping. From June 26 to 28, Mighty Sounds will return to Tábor....
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