Prague’s Exhibition Grounds are preparing for one of their busiest years in decades, with the long-awaited reopening of the Industrial Palace scheduled for September 2026. After 18 years of closure and extensive reconstruction, the building will once again host trade fairs, exhibitions and public events, returning to the cultural and economic life of the capital. The reopening will be accompanied by guided tours for the public. One of the first major events to partially take place in the restored palace will be Designblok in early October. Organizers say the building’s return marks a turning point for the entire complex, which has undergone gradual modernization while continuing to expand its event program. The 2026 calendar confirms the site’s role as one of Prague’s main venues for sport, culture and large public gatherings. Among the first major events of the spring will be the Running Expo, scheduled for March 26–27 in the Křižík Pavilions C, D and E. The event is free to attend and will bring together sports brands, technology companies and experts offering lectures and workshops for runners of all levels. The Marathon Expo will follow on May 1–2 in the Křižík Pavilions B and C, also with free admission. Both...
The name Giacomo Casanova has become synonymous with philanderers, seducers, and lovers of all pleasures. The renowned Italian adventurer spent the final years of his life at Duchcov Chateau (Ústí nad Labem Region). But why did he spend his last years there? Giacomo Casanova was born on 2 April 1725 in Venice into a family of actors. Although he did not come from the nobility, his intelligence, charisma, and ability to move among the elite allowed him to establish connections across Europe. His life was filled with love affairs, travels, and encounters with figures such as Voltaire, Mozart, and Empress Catherine the Great. Besides that, he worked as a diplomat, spy, philosopher, writer, and violinist. His charm was said to be irresistible, as evidenced by the more than 130 women he mentioned as his lovers in his memoirs. Giacomo Casanova arrived in Duchcov after being exiled from Venice, thanks to his friend Count Josef Karel of Waldstein, who offered him the position of librarian at his chateau in 1785. By then, Casanova was famous across Europe not only for his romantic escapades but also for numerous scandals and conflicts due to his fiery temperament. It was in Duchcov that Casanova...
Prague’s public transport network resumed its full timetable, ending the reduced winter schedule that had been in place since early January. Starting today, March 2, trams and buses across the city began running at standard intervals again, particularly during peak hours. The annual adjustment, often referred to as the “half-holiday” schedule, is introduced at the start of the year when passenger numbers typically fall. City officials cite lower demand and cost savings as the main reasons for temporarily limiting service. Unlike in previous years, metro operations were not reduced this winter and continued without interruption. With the return to regular service, tram frequencies during morning and afternoon rush hours have tightened. Standard tram lines now run every eight minutes instead of ten. On the city’s busiest routes — lines 9, 17 and 22 — trams are once again arriving every four minutes, down from five-minute intervals during January and February. Bus services have also increased in frequency. Most urban bus routes, including trolleybus line 58, are back to six-minute intervals in the morning peak, compared with 7.5 minutes during the winter schedule. Afternoon service has improved as well, with waiting times shortened from ten minutes to 7.5 minutes on many...
The Czech government is preparing to send repatriation flights to Egypt for Czech citizens currently in Israel, as regional airspace closures make direct evacuation impossible. Prime Minister Andrej Babiš announced the plan on the social network X on Sunday, saying Prague is ready to act immediately if conditions allow. Because Israeli airspace remains closed, evacuees would first need to travel overland by bus to Egypt, where Czech aircraft could collect them. The government will assess further steps at a meeting of the State Security Council scheduled for Monday morning. Air evacuation through other regional hubs is not an option. Airspace over the United Arab Emirates, Oman and several other Middle Eastern countries has also been shut, complicating efforts to move civilians out of the region. Foreign Minister Petr Macinka confirmed that aircraft are on standby should evacuation be required. He added that Prague is coordinating its approach with the Slovak government. The security situation deteriorated after Israel and the United States launched military strikes against Iran early Saturday. U.S. President Donald Trump said the operation aimed to prevent Tehran from acquiring a nuclear weapon. Iran responded with missile attacks targeting Israel and several Arab states, including countries hosting U.S. military...
Too Good To Go has launched a new service in the Czech Republic aimed at rescuing unsold flowers and potted plants. The Danish platform Too Good To Go, known locally for offering discounted surplus meals from restaurants and bakeries, has begun rescuing unsold flowers and houseplants. The concept mirrors the company’s food model. At the end of the day, florists assemble “surprise packages” from bouquets and potted plants that would otherwise be discarded. Customers ordering through the app do not know what they will receive. The box may contain a simple bunch of daisies, several roses, or a small decorative plant. The fixed price is 99 CZK, roughly one third of the standard retail value. More than 70 Czech flower businesses have joined the scheme since its launch. Participants include nationwide retailer Květiny Novák as well as independent studios such as Florentine Flowers. Company representatives say the expansion reflects a broader environmental focus. While the app first gained attention for tackling food waste, the environmental costs of flower production are also high, involving intensive water use and agricultural land. Unsold bouquets often end up in bins despite remaining fresh enough for use. The platform entered the Czech market last year...
Prague 10 has launched an architectural competition to reshape Svatopluk Čechovo náměstí in Vršovice, with plans that include a café, public toilets and major changes to traffic and public space. The district estimates the cost at 300 million crowns, excluding VAT. City officials say the square no longer meets the needs of residents. The goal is to make the space easier to navigate, better connected to surrounding streets and more suitable for everyday use as well as public events. Mayor Martin Valovič of the Civic Democratic Party said the district wants the square to become a defining public space, comparable to Náměstí Míru in Prague 2 or Náměstí Jiřího z Poděbrad in Prague 3. According to the town hall, the area has long been neglected. More than 650 residents submitted comments that were incorporated into the competition brief. A jury will take those views into account when assessing proposals. Locals have pointed to deteriorating greenery, poor maintenance, damaged benches and trash bins, uneven surfaces and weak lighting. Some residents also complain that secluded areas attract groups whose presence makes others uneasy. The area around the Church of St. Wenceslas is heavily planted. The parish has called for reducing dense vegetation...
Manifesto Market will host a series of themed events in March, combining international cuisine, workshops and evening music. The month opens with a South Korean Festival running from February 28 to March 1. The two-day event focuses on Korean food, lifestyle and culture. Visitors can try Korean dishes from pop-up vendors, including traditional family recipes from BabRyze, Korean corndogs from Basak, and fish-shaped Bungeoppang pastries from Cafe Banhada. The program also includes workshops such as color typology sessions, K-beauty basics and an introduction to the Korean Hangul alphabet. Children can join a K-pop dance class inspired by popular Korean pop culture choreography. Evenings will feature DJ sets mixing K-pop and house music by DJ Anky and DJ Just Luke. Workshop reservations are available online. On March 8, Manifesto marks International Women’s Day with a program focused on wellness and community. From 13:00 to 16:00, Rosa Aromatherapy will run a 90-minute workshop in Czech where participants can create their own relaxation roll-on oils and bath salts. The afternoon continues with a live DJ set by a female artist starting at 16:30. The SOOT bar will offer special drinks, including a Raspberry Spritz and two-hour unlimited Prosecco options. The first 100 women...
Prague will once again host the fifth annual Global Investment Summit (GIS) on March 4, 2026, bringing together leading figures from Czech and international finance for a day of debate, data and high-level networking. The event will take place at the Martinický Palace inside Prague Castle. Organized by The Prague Castle Events, the summit has become a regular meeting point for developers, fund managers, bankers and private investors. This year’s edition will focus mainly on real estate and capital markets, reflecting continued interest in property investment and shifting trends across financial markets. The program will cover the state of the Czech and global economy, macroeconomic forecasts and real estate price developments both domestically and abroad. Panels will also address stocks, bonds, private equity, trading opportunities, currency movements including the Czech crown, and cryptocurrencies. According to the organizers, the goal is to offer a realistic view of current market conditions and create space for direct discussion among investors who actively manage and allocate capital. More than 90 speakers are expected to take part, with over 800 participants attending in person and more than 100,000 viewers following online via livestream. The summit will run in a hybrid format, combining on-site debates with...
Prague moved a step closer to opening its long-awaited Dvorecký Bridge this week, as the first tram crossed the structure linking Smíchov and Podolí. The test run marks one of the final steps before the bridge begins serving passengers in mid-April. Early Wednesday morning, a distinctive orange measuring tram, car No. 5521 — known among transport enthusiasts as “Pomeranč” — rolled onto the newly completed tracks. The vehicle is used to inspect new or modernized tram lines before regular service begins. According to Daniel Šabík, spokesman for the Prague Public Transit Company, the tram tested the newly installed overhead wires and electrically operated switches. Such runs are required before contractors can issue final inspection reports and certify a line for operation. The measuring car checks the height and alignment of overhead wires, the geometry of the tracks, and the behavior of the traction network during movement. Engineers monitor the system’s response in real time to detect any weaknesses before public transport is introduced. The bridge itself has already undergone heavy load testing. In mid-January, eight fully loaded trucks carrying a combined weight of 256 tons drove onto the structure. City officials said the bridge met all expectations during the trials,...
A restaurant just minutes from Charles Bridge is facing administrative proceedings after inspectors found evidence of rodents in its kitchen and storage areas. The establishment, U Malvaze, located on Karlova Street in Prague’s Old Town, was inspected on February 20 by the State Agricultural and Food Inspection Authority. According to the authority, inspectors documented rodent droppings and other traces of pest activity in the back areas of the restaurant, including the kitchen, warehouses and service corridors. Based on the findings, the authority imposed a partial ban on the use of those premises. The front part of the restaurant was not formally shut down, but operations linked to food preparation and storage were restricted. The watchdog said it will open administrative proceedings that may lead to a fine. Inspectors also noted that traps had been set inside the premises, indicating the operator was aware of the rodent presence. The authority published details of the case on its official Instagram account. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Potraviny na pranýři (@potravinynapranyri) The restaurant’s website currently states that it is temporarily closed due to technical problems, adding that it aims to reopen as soon as possible. The case...
Masopoost 2026 will take place on February 28 at Prague’s Výstaviště, bringing together folklore, contemporary club culture, and live performance under one roof. The event is organized by the Ploom brand in cooperation with the Nebál collective. The evening will explore the theme Roots & Riots, which combines traditional folklore elements with modern digital and club aesthetics. Masks remain the central symbol of Masopust culture, representing transformation and collective celebration. The visual concept of the event will blend ancestral motifs such as ribbons and folk details with darker underground styles, including leather, chains, and rave-inspired imagery. The Roots stage will feature cellist Terezie Kovalová, who will present a fusion of classical instrumentation and alternative music. Kovalová has built her career by moving between classical and contemporary scenes, starting her musical journey at a young age before later exploring band projects and experimental work. The program will also include the Czech duo James Cole & Idea, the alternative hip-hop project Mutanti hledaj východisko, the band Tygroo, and a traditional cimbalom ensemble. The Riot stage will focus on electronic and experimental music. Berlin-based producer Logic1000 will bring a mix of UK garage and house, while French artist Roland Cristal will present an...
The exhibition “Labyrinth of the Heart and Paradise of the World” brings the work of Romanian painter Radu Băieș to Prague for his first large solo presentation in the city. The show opens on March 4, 2026, at Bold Gallery and will remain accessible until April 4. The project reflects the artist’s long-term interest in human inner space and the fragile search for calm in a world marked by uncertainty. Băieș works with painting as a form of meditation, blending figurative traditions with symbolic landscapes that carry emotional and historical memory. Born in Cluj, Romania, in 1988, Băieș studied painting at the University of Art and Design in his hometown. The artistic environment of the city is often associated with what is informally called the Cluj School, a loosely connected group of artists rather than a strictly defined movement. Băieș builds on these foundations but moves beyond them through personal symbolism and atmospheric light. His paintings often show solitary figures in rural or semi-mythical landscapes, where the boundary between reality and dream becomes unclear. Shepherd-like characters appear frequently, sometimes resembling saints, sometimes anonymous travellers moving quietly through vast terrain. Light plays a central role in the artist’s work. Dramatic illumination...
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