Bloody Sexy Halloween festival, described as Central Europe’s largest Halloween event, will return to Prague’s SaSaZu Club for its 2025 edition. The two-night celebration will take place on Friday, October 31, and Saturday, November 1, promising an extensive lineup of shows, performances, and music acts. Founded in 2009, the event has grown into one of the most attended Halloween parties in the region, regularly attracting more than 4,000 visitors each year. Organizers say this year’s edition will feature immersive decorations, live performances, and sets from both Czech and international DJs. A traditional highlight of the weekend will be the Bloody Sexy Costume Contest, open to all attendees. Participants can register at SaSaZu between 9 p.m. and midnight, with costumes judged on creativity, originality, and presentation. The winner, selected by audience applause at midnight, will receive a cash prize of CZK 20,000. The event will run across both nights with multiple performances and themed productions throughout the venue. Tickets for Bloody Sexy Halloween 2025 are priced between CZK 440 and CZK 1,190, depending on the category (Regular, Badass Babes, or VIP). They are available exclusively via the official website www.bloodysexy.cz Would you like us to write about your business? Find out...
A year after Prague imposed strict limits on organized bar tours, city authorities report a noticeable drop in illegal pub crawls disturbing the historic center at night. According to the Prague City Police, officers handled 22 cases connected to unauthorized pub crawls in the past twelve months — a fraction of what used to happen before the 2024 ban. City officials introduced the restrictions to curb alcohol-fueled tourism that had become a serious nuisance for residents, especially in Prague 1, home to Old Town and Charles Bridge. The idea of a “pub crawl” originally describes a casual evening where friends visit several bars in one night — a social tradition especially common in Ireland during the holiday season, where participants dress festively and sing carols as they go. In Prague, however, commercial tour companies transformed the concept into a mass tourism business. For a fixed fee, groups of foreign tourists were led through multiple bars, often ending up heavily intoxicated and loud in the streets of the city center. The ban on organized pub crawls took effect in autumn 2024. It was made possible through amendments to Prague’s market regulation rules, which govern how guiding services operate in public spaces....
Everyone knows Paris is a magnificent city. It’s no secret that Prague is worth a visit, and that you’ll have a wonderful time in Berlin. But according to Condé Nast Traveler (CNT), the best city to visit in Europe right now is Valletta, Malta. Every year, CNT invites its readers to vote for their favorite travel destinations, compiling the responses into an overall satisfaction score – essentially, the percentage of respondents who had a good time in a given destination. The magazine surveys around 500,000 people, meaning a destination must appeal to a large and diverse group of travelers to receive a high score. Valletta, Malta topped the list with an impressive 97.3% approval rating. Known for its stunning golden architecture and warm weather, this city offers an underrated alternative to other Mediterranean destinations like southern Italy or the Canary Islands. Oslo came in second with a score of 94.4, followed by Vienna, which maintained its third place spot from last year – no surprise for such an iconic city. The top 20 best cities to visit in Europe according to the Condé Nast Traveler Readers’ Choice Awards: Valletta, Malta Oslo, Norway Vienna, Austria Copenhagen, Denmark Madrid, Spain Munich, Germany...
Archaeologists in the northern Czech Republic have uncovered the remains of 19 mammoths dating back to 24,000 BC while surveying a construction site. The Ústí nad Labem Region is now preparing a website featuring a 3D model of the discovery. Last autumn, archaeologist Petr Lissek, director of the Institute for Archaeological Monument Protection of Northwest Bohemia, held a piece of mammoth vertebrae in his hands for the first time during an inspection of the future construction site of the Palace of Justice in Ústí nad Labem. Instead of excitement, he was overcome with doubts about what to do next and whether it was worth continuing the project which would involve routine archaeological monitoring of a site worth several billion crowns. At the time, Lissek couldn’t have imagined that he was on the verge of a remarkable discovery. Initially, he thought the bone might have belonged to another prehistoric animal. But just a few days later, a detailed survey process began, revealing that the archaeologists had uncovered an exceptionally large and important site, though its exact structure and significance were not yet clear. It was soon confirmed that this was truly a unique discovery, with significance extending beyond the Czech Republic....
After nearly a decade, Sting will once again perform in Prague — this time as the final headliner of the Metronome Festival 2026, set to take place from June 19 to 21 at Letňany Airport. The British musician, who has won 17 Grammy Awards and is a member of the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame, will take the stage on Sunday, closing the three-day event. Organizers announced the lineup on Monday, confirming that Live Nation Czech Republic will co-produce the festival for the first time. Tickets for both the final day and full three-day passes go on sale this Friday via Ticketmaster. “Fans can expect everything that makes a Sting show special — timeless hits, new songs, his unmistakable voice, and top-level musicianship,” said Ondřej Pojzl, speaking on behalf of the organizers. Sting will perform as a trio, joined by long-time guitarist Dominic Miller and drummer Chris Maas. The same lineup appeared last year at Lochotín Amphitheatre in Plzeň and this summer at Colours of Ostrava. The group will also play Brno’s Winning Group Arena this weekend. The artist last performed at Metronome in 2017, when the festival was still held at the Holešovice Exhibition Grounds. Next year marks...
Prague’s Botanical Garden in Troja has opened its annual autumn pumpkin exhibition, transforming the grounds into an enchanted, haunted forest. Running until November 2, 2025, the festival features creative pumpkin displays, eerie installations, family-friendly workshops, and a Halloween lantern parade. The garden features hundreds of pumpkins, gourds, and other ornamental fruits in a variety of shapes, sizes, and hues. Dates Activities Oct 11–12 Pumpkin Playtime: crafts using pumpkins and natural materials. Oct 18–19 Creative Workshops: build wooden owls, make colourful spiders and more. Oct 25–26 Pumpkin carving and Jack-o-lantern making. Oct 31 Halloween Celebration: festivities begin in the afternoon, culminating in an evening lantern parade and treats like roasted bacon. On November 1–2, the garden remains open until 7:00 p.m. to allow visitors to enjoy illuminated pumpkin installations in the darkened forest. Guided tours are held on Saturdays—October 11, 18, and 25—at 2:00 p.m. and 4:00 p.m. These walks unveil behind-the-scenes stories: pumpkin varieties, growing methods, and decoration ideas. Admission: Between 95–180 CZK, depending on visitor category. Would you like us to write about your business? Find out more
In the past week, Prague’s city center has become a film set once again. After filming near the National Theatre and Rytířská Street, crews for a new Netflix series, The Age of Innocence, have now taken over Politických vězňů Street — temporarily turning it into New York’s Fifth Avenue circa 1870. On the cobblestoned sidewalks between Jindřišská and Opletalová Streets, workers installed green gas lanterns typical of old New York. Around ten of them now line the stretch from the Communist Party headquarters (KSČM) to the corner of Olivová Street. The series is based on the Pulitzer Prize-winning novel The Age of Innocence by Edith Wharton (1862–1937), a celebrated American author known for exploring the tension between personal desires and social conventions. The story portrays a romance that falters under the weight of societal expectations in upper-class New York. Netflix has ordered eight episodes, several of which are being filmed in the Czech Republic. The last major adaptation of Wharton’s novel was Martin Scorsese’s 1993 film, starring Daniel Day-Lewis, Michelle Pfeiffer, and Winona Ryder. An earlier version appeared in 1934. International Cast in Prague The Netflix adaptation stars Ben Radcliffe, a British actor known from the 2014 romantic comedy Furious...
The parties forming the new Czech government have reached an agreement on how ministries will be divided among them. Andrej Babiš, leader of the Action of Dissatisfied Citizens (ANO) party, announced the deal on Friday evening on X. As the head of the party that received the most votes, he is expected to become prime minister. The cabinet will have sixteen members, though specific names have not yet been revealed. Under the agreement, ANO will control nine ministries in addition to the prime minister’s office. Politicians from the Freedom and Direct Democracy (SPD) party will lead the defence, agriculture, and transport ministries, while the Motorists are set to take charge of foreign affairs, culture, environment, and the new Ministry of Sport, Prevention and Health. Babiš said the coalition aimed to finalise the division of portfolios by Friday – and has now done so. The new government will not include ministers responsible for European affairs, legislation, or science, research and innovation. Coalition talks will continue next week on policy issues. Parliamentary elections in the Czech Republic were held late last week and were won by Babiš’s ANO party, which is also a member of the Patriots for Europe group at the...
Foreign drones have been detected flying over military installations in the Czech Republic, according to the General Staff of the Czech Army, which has confirmed that it is prepared to intercept and neutralize them if necessary. The confirmation was reported by Echo24.cz. While officials have not disclosed which specific sites were targeted, army spokesperson Zdeňka Sobarňa Košvancová said the information remains classified. Košvancová explained that the Czech military maintains continuous communication with NATO partners regarding emerging threats, though these exchanges are also confidential. She stressed that the Army of the Czech Republic (ACR) is fully equipped to detect, identify, and counter hostile drones — either through electromagnetic disruption or kinetic measures. “The choice of counteraction depends on the situation and must take into account the risk of collateral damage,” Košvancová said, noting that the deployment of military forces within Czech territory is governed by national law. The Interior Ministry’s spokeswoman, Hana Malá, added that both the police and the military police are authorized to take action against unauthorized drone activity on Czech soil. Similar incidents have recently occurred in Germany, Denmark, Belgium, and Norway, where unidentified drones have been observed near critical infrastructure. While investigations remain ongoing, some European officials...
Flora metro station on Line A will undergo a major reconstruction beginning February 2, 2026. The Prague Public Transit Company (DPP) confirmed that the station will close for ten months to allow for extensive modernization, including new escalators, lighting, and the long-awaited installation of elevators to make the station barrier-free. The project, led by construction firms Strabag and OHLA ŽS, will cost 1.29 billion CZK (excluding VAT). The renovation will be similar in scope to the recent overhaul of Jiřího z Poděbrad station. It will involve a complete modernization of both passenger and technical areas, replacing outdated Soviet-era escalators with modern, energy-efficient ones, upgrading cable systems, and introducing LED lighting, air conditioning, and an updated information system. Preparatory work will begin this year while the station remains open. This phase will include partial dismantling of cladding and leak repairs. “We expect the station to remain closed for about ten months, as was the case at Jiřího z Poděbrad. Trains will continue passing through at reduced speed,” he said. After reopening in late 2026, work will continue on building the elevators, expected to be completed by early 2028. Once finished, Flora will become the 49th barrier-free station in Prague’s metro network....
The National Theatre Ballet will soon unveil Liliom, a powerful new production by acclaimed American choreographer John Neumeier, known for transforming human emotions into movement. The ballet will premiere at Prague’s State Opera on October 23 and 24, marking its first Czech performance. After the Prague success of A Streetcar Named Desire, Neumeier returns to the Czech capital with another deeply emotional piece. Inspired by Ferenc Molnár’s 1909 play and the later musical adaptation Carousel by Richard Rodgers and Oscar Hammerstein, Liliom explores love, guilt, and the possibility of redemption. “When I return to a work, as I am now with Liliom in Prague, I have to fall in love with it all over again,” Neumeier said ahead of the premiere. Get your ticket here. A Story of Love, Violence, and Hope The ballet follows Liliom, a charismatic but self-destructive carousel operator, and Julie, a young woman who falls in love with him despite his flaws. Struggling with poverty and pride, Liliom’s frustration spirals into violence and despair. When he learns he is to become a father, his attempt to secure a better future ends tragically in a failed robbery and suicide. From there, the story shifts to the afterlife,...
Europe is facing a demographic challenge as the number of retirees rises while the working-age population declines. Southern European nations are most affected, but the trend is spreading across the European Union, prompting governments to adjust pension systems and raise retirement ages to ensure financial sustainability. According to Jakub Vachuška from the Czech Statistical Office, Italy recorded the oldest population in the latest census, with an average age of 46.2 years. Using data from the European Census Hub database, Vachuška noted that Italians are, on average, 2.7 years older than the EU average and 7.6 years older than Icelanders, whose average age is 38.6 years. Several other countries also show aging populations. Southern European nations such as Portugal, Greece, and Croatia rank among the oldest, alongside Germany and Lithuania. The share of residents over 65 is highest in Italy, where nearly one in four citizens falls into this category. Other countries with large senior populations include Portugal, Greece, Croatia, Bulgaria, Finland, and Germany. In the Czech Republic, 20.4 percent of residents are over 65. Aging also affects self-sufficiency, particularly among people over 80. Italy reports the highest share of people with reduced self-sufficiency at 7.6 percent, while the Czech Republic...
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