Prague is not short of restaurants, bars, and hidden gems. Uncover Prague takes you in directions worth exploring—where culture, discovery, and connection await. Launched as a digital-member club, Uncover Prague has established the idea that the city’s unknown corners are the best places to build community. Bridging lifestyle, culture, and meaningful social experiences, the platform grants its limited members access to exclusive advantages across the city, ranging from access to top-tier bistros and expansive art spaces to the serenity of wellness studios. Just as the exploration itself, founders Jan Hinojosa, Tomáš Juřica, and Jakub Churý created something which was missing from the local scene—a digital yet modern space focused on discovery, experience, and community. Some of the most pleasurable things in life are flavor and shared experience, which is why Uncover Prague invites new ways to discover people and experiences alike. One of the most anticipated additions to the platform is a personalized dinner matching system. Each week, curated dinners will be hosted by one of the Uncover partner venues, inviting connection and conversation over shared experience, allowing members to match with others based on common interests. View this post on Instagram A post shared by UNCOVER (@uncoverprague)...
Prague will host the European stage of the 2028 World Cup of Hockey, marking the first time the Czech capital will stage a full segment of the tournament. The eight-team competition will be split across three cities. While Prague will stage the European group, the North American group will be played in Calgary, with Edmonton hosting the medal rounds, including the final. Games in Prague are set to take place at the O2 Arena, one of the country’s largest indoor venues. Calgary matches will be held at Scotia Place, a new arena expected to open ahead of the 2027–28 NHL season, while Edmonton’s Rogers Place will host the decisive stages of the tournament. The competition is expected to run over 13 days, featuring 17 games along with fan events and media activities. Organizers said details such as exact dates, participating nations, and the full schedule will be released later. The 2028 edition will be the fourth World Cup of Hockey, following previous tournaments in 1996, 2004 and 2016. The United States won the inaugural event, while Canada claimed the two most recent titles. Prague previously hosted a limited number of games in earlier editions, but only involving the Czech national...
The Czech government has approved a draft law aimed at modernizing the system for residence permits for foreigners, with a new digital platform expected to speed up applications and administrative procedures starting in 2029. The legislation, submitted to the Chamber of Deputies, introduces an electronic information system that will manage the issuance and revocation of residence permits. Officials say the reform should streamline communication between foreigners and authorities while improving the accuracy of records. According to the Ministry of the Interior, the law itself will not change the main conditions required to obtain residence permits. Instead, the goal is to simplify procedures and strengthen oversight through digital administration. If adopted, the new system would allow foreigners to create personal online accounts beginning in January 2029. Through these accounts they would communicate with state authorities, submit residence applications and receive official documents electronically. Officials say the digital platform should also help authorities manage the growing number of administrative cases related to foreign residents. The Interior Ministry reports that the number of applications submitted by foreigners is rising each year. In addition to new residence permits, authorities process more than 630,000 administrative cases annually, including address changes, registration numbers and travel document...
Prague will introduce major changes to its public transport network next month as the new Dvorecký Bridge opens to trams and buses, linking the districts of Smíchov and Podolí across the Vltava River. City officials confirmed that the ceremonial opening of the bridge will take place on April 17, with regular public transport beginning to cross it the following day, April 18. Once the bridge becomes operational, several tram and bus lines in southern Prague will be reorganized. Transport planners say the changes represent one of the most substantial adjustments to the capital’s transit network in recent years. Only two tram lines will actually cross the new bridge, but the changes will affect a much wider part of the system. Tram lines 20 and 21 will run over the bridge itself. Line 20 will provide a direct connection from Modřany and Braník to Smíchovské nádraží, continuing toward Anděl, Malá Strana, and Dejvice. Line 21 will run in a modified form between Barrandov, Podolí, and Vinohrady, creating a new link between districts that previously required transfers. Transport officials say the new crossing will allow trams from southern neighborhoods to reach key transport hubs in western Prague more quickly. The bridge will...
Just outside Prague, an abandoned industrial complex has quietly become one of the region’s most unusual culinary venues. On March 27, the creative gastronomic collective ZE MĚ Projekt will once again transform Uhelný Mlýn into the setting for a ten-course tasting dinner designed as a full sensory experience. The event begins at 7 p.m. and combines experimental cuisine with an immersive setting inside the former factory halls. Guests can choose between alcoholic or non-alcoholic pairings as each course unfolds throughout the evening. The complex stands in Libčice nad Vltavou, a short train ride north of Prague. Arriving visitors often first notice the tall brick chimney rising behind the railway tracks — a reminder of the site’s industrial past. The building, once a neglected brownfield, was renovated in 2010 by architect Patrik Hoffman. The project later received the Czech National Award for Architecture, recognizing the sensitive conversion of the factory complex into a multifunctional cultural space. Get your ticket here The arrival of ZE MĚ Projekt That changed when ZE MĚ Projekt began operating at Uhelný Mlýn more than a year ago. The group, led by founder Vojtěch Nemrava, had built a reputation through pop-up culinary events across the country. Before...
Thousands of visitors are expected in Hustopeče on March 20-22, 2026, as the town’s iconic almond orchards gear up for their annual bloom. The orchards, home to around 2,000 trees today, were once the largest almond grove in Central Europe, boasting around fifty thousand trees. Perched among the orchards is a 17-meter observation tower, offering panoramic views of the surrounding countryside. The tower, along with the almond groves, draws visitors each spring to witness the delicate white flowers covering the trees. The city’s annual Almond and Wine Celebration is scheduled for March 20–22 this year. Visitors can enjoy wine tastings and local cultural programs, with the detailed itinerary available on the city’s official website. Each year, the city organizes a guessing competition to predict the exact day the almond trees will bloom. This year, participants submitted dates ranging from March 8 to March 29. “Most guesses are centered around March 19, which is currently seen as the most likely bloom period,” said Jana Hrádková, head of the city’s marketing and culture department. The winner will receive a bottle of Hustopečská mandlovica, awarded to the participant whose prediction comes closest to the actual bloom date. Historical records show that the almond...
Facing a long-term shortage of workers across key sectors, the Czech Republic is increasingly looking thousands of kilometers away for solutions. Companies are now turning to the Philippines to fill positions in industry, logistics, construction and specialized technical fields. In recent years, Filipino workers have become a growing presence in Czech factories and workshops. Many arrive with experience as welders, CNC machine operators, or specialists in aviation and defense manufacturing — professions where Czech companies struggle to find enough qualified local staff. Recruitment agencies say the trend reflects both economic pressure and the limits of traditional labor migration routes. Why Employers Prefer Filipino Workers Czech employers point to several reasons for the growing demand. Many Filipinos speak fluent English, which helps them integrate into international workplaces. Cultural factors also play a role. The Philippines is a predominantly Christian country, and recruiters say this often eases adaptation in European environments. Equally important is professional experience. Many workers arrive with training in manufacturing or technical trades that match the needs of Czech industry. Government policy has also made the Philippines an attractive recruitment source. Under the Czech Republic’s “Skilled Worker” visa program, the country receives one of the largest quotas, allowing more...
A new restaurant inspired by classic American diners has opened in Prague’s Karlín district. Route 54, located on the ground floor of the Pulse8 hotel on Sokolovská Street, offers dishes ranging from Texas barbecue and ribs to Chicago-style deep-dish pizza and Italian beef sandwiches. The project is led by Israeli chef Gal Ben Moshe, known for the Michelin-starred Prism restaurant in Berlin and the Prague fine-dining restaurant Parzival, which opened last year. While Parzival focuses on a small number of guests and refined cuisine, Route 54 takes a different direction, built around a lively diner atmosphere and a menu based on American comfort food. The restaurant’s name refers to a highway that runs between Illinois and New Mexico. In Karlín, that idea is translated into a menu that moves across several regions of the United States, combining barbecue, sandwiches and diner classics. The restaurant was created in cooperation with the Jan Hotels group, which operates hotels in Prague and Český Krumlov. Both of Ben Moshe’s Prague projects are located inside hotels run by the company. The chef, who built his career in Tel Aviv, Europe and the United States, moved to Prague last year after closing his Berlin restaurant. While...
Residents of the Czech Republic will enjoy a four-day Easter holiday this year, from April 3 to April 6. The long weekend includes Good Friday (April 3), Easter Saturday (April 4), Easter Sunday (April 5), and Easter Monday (April 6). Many Czechs use this time for family gatherings, short trips, or spring getaways. While shops generally maintain regular hours on Friday, Saturday, and Sunday, restrictions apply on Easter Monday. Under the Retail Trade Restrictions Act, all stores larger than 200 square meters must remain closed. Exceptions include pharmacies, gas stations, and retail outlets at airports and train stations. Some supermarket chains go further than the law requires. Penny, for example, voluntarily closes all stores not only on Easter Monday but also on Easter Sunday each year. Experts advise residents planning larger purchases to shop ahead of the holiday weekend to avoid last-minute crowds or inconvenience. Prague Easter Market Guide The Prague Easter Markets are open daily from 21 March to 12 April 2026, including over the Easter weekend. The main Easter markets are held at Old Town Square and Wenceslas Square. • Old Town Square Easter Market is the most enchanting, set against a backdrop of historic architecture. It features...
Czech lawmakers approved the 2026 budget, keeping defence at 1.7% of GDP despite NATO and President Petr Pavel’s calls to reach the targets outlined by the US following a push from the Trump administration to aim for 5% of total spending. Czech lawmakers approved the country’s 2026 budget Wednesday, allocating 1.7% of GDP to defence despite pressure from the US and President Petr Pavel to meet NATO targets. The lower house voted 104-87 to allocate almost 155 billion CZK for the Defence Ministry. The spending would inch above 2% only if funding for defence-related projects at other ministries is included. NATO members committed in 2014 to spend at least 2% of GDP on defence. At the 2025 Hague summit, under pressure from the Trump administration, the alliance agreed to invest 5% of GDP by 2035. This further breaks down to 3.5% on core defence requirements and 1.5% on defence- and security-related spending. Prime Minister Andrej Babiš said the state budget is strained and that there are other priorities, including healthcare. According to Babiš the country inherited a budget deficit from the previous government that prevents increased defence spending. Earlier this month Pavel, a retired army general, urged lawmakers to increase...
Fuel prices in the Czech Republic have jumped sharply in recent weeks, driven by global market tensions, supply disruptions, and rising demand from drivers. Diesel has surged by more than six crowns per liter since late February, approaching 40 crowns, while gasoline prices have increased by roughly three crowns. According to CCS data, a liter of diesel now costs an average of 39.20 crowns. Since the outbreak of the Middle East conflict at the end of February, diesel has risen about 6.10 crowns, while Natural 95 gasoline averages 36.36 crowns, up approximately 2.75 crowns over the same period. After a joint U.S. and Israeli strike on Iran, North Sea Brent crude briefly surged to $120 per barrel before falling back to around $90. Market nervousness persists, keeping Czech fuel prices unstable. In response to rising prices, the Ministry of Finance has started monitoring fuel sellers’ margins. Stations will regularly report pricing data to authorities. Finance Minister Alena Schillerová stated, “Rising purchase prices on the stock exchange cannot justify disproportionate margin increases.” The outlook remains unpredictable. Factors such as the planned shutdown of the Schwechat refinery in Austria may reduce fuel availability in Central Europe. Operators are focused on short-term procurement,...
Prague will once again turn green this March as the Irish Times Bar St. Patrick’s Day Festival 2026 brings a week of Irish music, theatre, family events and celebrations to the city. The festival, organised again this year by the Czech-Irish Business and Cultural Association in cooperation with local partners, will culminate in the St. Patrick’s Day Parade through Prague’s city centre on Sunday, 15 March, transforming Wenceslas Square and the surrounding streets into a celebration of Irish culture. Festival organisers say this year’s programme has been designed to showcase the diversity of Irish traditions while welcoming the wider international community living in Prague. “St. Patrick’s Day in Prague has become a wonderful opportunity for Irish people abroad to share their culture with the people of Prague,” said Darragh Price of the festival organising committee. “The festival is growing every year, and we’re delighted to offer events for families, theatre lovers, and anyone who enjoys Irish music, dance and community spirit.” “Everyone is Irish on St. Patrick’s Day, and the best way to join in the celebrations this year is to dress in green, white and orange, the national colours of Ireland,” continued Darragh Price of the CIBCA parade organising...
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