After a few cooler days, summer is making a strong comeback across Czechia. Warm air from the southwest has started moving in, pushing up temperatures—and by the weekend, we could be looking at highs of up to 33°C, according to the Czech Hydrometeorological Institute (CHMI). Friday is expected to stay mostly clear, with temperatures climbing to around 32°C in most areas. Winds will stay light, occasionally shifting from the west or southwest. Some localised showers or storms could pop up in the afternoon, but most of the country will stay dry. Saturday will bring the kind of weather people hope for in August—sunny, hot, and still. Morning lows will fall between 12 and 16°C, with a few colder spots in valleys dropping to around 9°C. But the day will heat up fast, peaking between 29 and 33°C. There’s little to no wind in the forecast, which will make the heat feel even more intense. Sunday starts off much like Saturday—warm and mostly sunny. Morning temperatures will be slightly higher, ranging from 14 to 18°C. But as the afternoon rolls in, expect the first signs of instability. Forecasters say isolated thunderstorms or showers could develop later in the day. Winds will...
On the 57th anniversary of the 1968 invasion of Czechoslovakia by Warsaw Pact troops, Prague’s Výstaviště will once again host NeverMore 68, a day-long festival dedicated to freedom, truth, and historical memory. The event, held on August 21, invites the public to explore how governments, foreign media, and institutions on both sides of the Iron Curtain responded to one of the darkest moments in Czechoslovak history. This year’s edition places a strong focus on the United Kingdom, where a large Czechoslovak exile community lived at the time. Visitors can expect an exhibition of declassified British government documents, diplomatic cables, and media coverage from 1968, offering a new perspective on how the West viewed the Soviet-led invasion. “Each year, in light of current global events, NeverMore 68 feels even more relevant. It reminds us how fragile democracy can be, and how vital it is to defend freedom and human dignity,” says Tomáš Hübl, head of Výstaviště Praha. “I’m particularly looking forward to the insights from the British Embassy and British Council, and to seeing Jiří Mádl’s Waves again — it never loses its emotional impact.” British institutions are taking a leading role in this year’s programming, including a panel discussion on...
From August 19 to 23, the Sour Beer Festival returns to Permanent Pragovka in Prague’s Vysočany district. The organizers launched the new format under the name SourFest XXL, promising a wider range of styles and brewers. The festival will feature special batches brewed exclusively for the event, as well as a curated selection of sours from across Europe. The festival’s 2026 edition will focus on a curated range of sour beers, including: Special beers brewed exclusively for the event Top sours from the Berlin brewing scene Polish fruit “bombs” with high acidity and strong fruit character Wild-fermented specialties from Austria and Croatia A bright-blue “Smurf” sour called Blue Lagoon “We’ve always been drawn to sour beers because of their variety and complexity,” the organizers said. “Each edition of the festival is about presenting new interpretations and pushing the boundaries of what beer can be.” Unlike traditional beer festivals, this edition won’t feature individual brewery booths. Instead, all beers will be poured directly from the venue’s 18 taps, with even more possibly available. The venue, Permanent Pragovka, is located near Kolbenova metro station and is part of the Pragovka Art District, a former industrial zone now used for contemporary art exhibitions...
Starting in May 2026, Václav Havel Airport Prague will offer a new direct transatlantic flight. American Airlines is set to launch a daily seasonal route between Prague and Philadelphia, reconnecting the Czech capital with one of the airline’s key U.S. hubs. The service will run from May 21 to October 5, operated by a Boeing 787-8 Dreamliner, known for its long-range capability and modern passenger comfort. According to Prague Airport spokesperson Denisa Hejtmánková, this direct link will not only improve access to Philadelphia, but also provide travelers with one-stop connections to over 100 destinations across North America, including New York, Chicago, Toronto, and Miami. The eastbound flight from Philadelphia International Airport will depart at 6:40 p.m. local time, arriving in Prague at 8:45 a.m. the following day. The return flight from Prague is scheduled to leave at 11:00 a.m., landing in Philadelphia at 2:00 p.m. local time. Tickets will be available for purchase on the airline’s official website in the coming days. The decision to introduce this connection is the result of close cooperation between American Airlines, Prague Airport, and Czech tourism authorities. “A direct connection to Philadelphia has long been a priority,” said Jiří Pos, Chairman of the Board...
Vaclav Havel Airport in Prague is on track to break its all-time passenger record this year, with more than 7.77 million travelers passing through its gates between January and June 2025. According to official statistics, this marks an 8% increase compared to the same period last year and brings the airport nearly back to pre-pandemic levels. By the end of the year, the airport expects to handle 18.4 million passengers—surpassing its previous peak of 17.8 million in 2019, just before COVID-19 halted global travel. If projections hold, 2025 will become the busiest year in the airport’s history. London continues to be the most flown-to destination from Prague, with nearly 650,000 passengers traveling between the Czech capital and various London airports in the first six months of the year. Other high-traffic European cities include Paris, Amsterdam, and Milan. Among long-haul flights, Dubai leads the list as the most popular non-European route, a sign of the growing demand for direct connections beyond the continent. When it comes to country-level demand, the United Kingdom tops the list. More than one million passengers traveled between the UK and Prague in the first half of the year. Close behind were Italy, Spain, and France, reflecting...
Coworking spaces in Prague have seen sharp expansion, with total shared office space now exceeding 144,000 square meters – a 9% increase year-on-year, according to a new analysis by Knight Frank. What was once a marginal offering on the office market now makes up nearly 4% of the city’s modern office space, and the trend is far from slowing. “Coworking offers a hybrid solution that fits post-pandemic work habits,” says Lenka Šindelářová, Head of Research & Consultancy at Knight Frank. “It brings together flexibility, community, and professional facilities. Companies benefit from the ease of leasing, scalable space options, and added services — especially in locations with strong transport links and high-quality amenities.” New Players and Projects Over the past 12 months, five major coworking centers have opened in Prague. WorkLounge launched two new locations: Žižkov (3,000 m²) and Dejvice (1,540 m²). Scott & Weber added Idea Hub (4,100 m²) and NR7 (4,630 m²), while Regus unveiled Signature OFFY (1,000 m²) in Prague 4. Looking ahead, more openings are already planned. Among the largest are Regus Lighthouse (1,500 m²) in Prague 7 and Dva Domy (1,000 m²) in Prague 8. Scott & Weber also plans to open PK8 (3,991 m²) in...
To reshape how the country is seen by the world—and by its own citizens—the government has launched a new initiative titled “Good Morning, Czechia!” The campaign, led by the Czech Ministry of Foreign Affairs in cooperation with Czech Centers, aims to collect data on how Czechs perceive their national identity. Based on this input, the state will develop a comprehensive communication strategy and create a unified presentation of the Czech Republic abroad. The project encourages citizens to help define the so-called national story by answering just four questions on the campaign’s website. These questions ask what people want others to associate with the Czech Republic and what they personally feel proud of when they think of their country. A separate survey conducted by the House of Foreign Cooperation revealed inconsistent views of the Czech Republic around the world. While Germany and France often categorize the country as part of Eastern Europe, people in Indonesia tend to view it as a Western European nation. Without a unified strategy, officials say, the Czech Republic is missing opportunities to promote itself effectively. To address this, the government recently unveiled plans to standardize the visual identity of state institutions. A shared logo will be...
After years of debate and delays, one of Prague’s busiest tram stops has finally been upgraded. The Staroměstská tram stop now features a wider tram island and a dedicated cyclist lane, offering safer and more comfortable conditions for the 13,000 daily passengers who use the stop. The project, carried out by the Prague Transport Company (DPP), eliminated one of the car lanes to create space. Now, only a single lane remains for motor vehicles, while the second, narrower one is reserved for cyclists. The boarding island, which was previously just 1.5 meters wide, has been expanded to reduce overcrowding and improve safety for tram passengers. The expansion had been discussed for years, but was consistently postponed due to concerns about traffic congestion at the busy intersection. According to Deputy Mayor Zdeněk Hřib (Pirates), the situation became more urgent after a fire caused by vandalism led to the closure of the main entrance to the Staroměstská metro station, due to a broken escalator. This put additional strain on the already overcrowded tram stop. Hřib emphasized that the new setup should not significantly affect car traffic, though DPP will continue monitoring the situation. Like a similar expansion at Malostranská a few years...
Europe’s first driverless train has begun ferrying passengers between two Czech towns, with lidar and cameras replacing a human operator. Rail firm AZD said that the train runs entirely autonomously, with systems that control its traction, brakes and speed as required. While autonomous trains have already been deployed in airports and urban transport systems such as London’s Docklands Light Railway, they move in closed corridors protected by fences and tunnels. But the AZD train travels across an open landscape, through level crossings and past vehicle and foot traffic. The vehicle, named Edita, runs along a 25km route linking the towns of Kopidlno and Dolní Bousov. It has so far racked up around 1,700km miles of test journeys with passengers on board and has sometimes been forced to stop unexpectedly – such as when a herd of sheep wandered over the track. The route itself was originally abandoned in 2010 before being purchased by AZD six years later. Edita is equipped with a set of cameras and lidar sensors that take detailed pictures of the surroundings, measure distances and map the terrain. Screens inside the carriage allow passengers to see in real time the data necessary for the autonomous operation of...
Prague may soon honor legendary singer Karel Gott with a public square named after him in the city’s Smíchov district. A small space near the villa where he lived for decades is being considered for the name “Náměstíčko Karela Gotta”, or Karel Gott Square. The Prague 5 municipal council has expressed support for the renaming. The square is located at the intersection of U Mrázovky, U Blaženky, and Nad Bertramkou streets, just steps from the late singer’s longtime home. The proposal now heads to Prague City Hall’s Topographic Commission for further review. The idea came from Ivana Gottová, the singer’s widow, and is tied to the ongoing Villa Gott museum project, which is turning the family’s home into a cultural site dedicated to Gott’s life and career. The commission has already given the new name preliminary approval, according to officials. “Karel Gott wasn’t just a brilliant performer—he was a cultural icon who helped shape the identity of this country,” said Lukáš Herold (ODS), mayor of Prague 5. “He lived in our district for more than forty years, and it’s only right that we commemorate him in a dignified and lasting way.” Herold described the initiative as a “sensitive and meaningful”...
Starting October 27, low-cost airline Wizz Air will launch a new direct connection between Prague and Sofia, expanding its growing network in Central and Eastern Europe. The route will operate year-round, with four flights weekly during the winter, and an additional frequency in summer, according to an announcement by Prague Airport on X. The service will use aircraft from the Airbus A320 family, with tickets and flight times already available on Wizz Air’s official website. While Bulgaria Air already operates flights between the two capitals—using its modern Airbus A220s—Wizz Air’s entry adds more competition and capacity on the route. Bulgaria Air currently flies four times per week. The new Sofia route comes shortly after Wizz Air unveiled another upcoming launch from Prague: direct flights to Skopje, North Macedonia’s capital. Flights to Skopje will begin December 15, operating three times a week. The Macedonian capital remains one of the few European capitals still lacking a direct connection from Prague—a gap Wizz Air is now filling. This recent acceleration in route announcements follows Wizz Air’s decision to shut down its Abu Dhabi-based subsidiary, Wizz Air Abu Dhabi. The move, announced earlier this summer, signals a strategic shift toward core Central and Eastern...
One of Prague’s most popular late-summer events is returning to Holešovice Market! On Thursday, September 4, the central area of Holešovice Market will once again transform into an Italian piazza with the PIZZA! PIZZA! POP UP festival — a one-day celebration of authentic pizza, aperitivo culture, and outdoor gatherings. The festival kicks off at 11:00 a.m. and runs until 10:00 p.m., offering a full day of Neapolitan-style pizzas, spritzes, and Italian wines. The idea is simple: pizza, drinks, and time outdoors. Organizers say they were inspired by the Italian concept of aperitivo — a few hours in the late afternoon when people gather outside, talk, eat, and enjoy a drink after work. “We’re not trying to make a big show,” says Aleš Víšek, who handles the programming at Holešovice Market. “It’s more about creating a relaxed spot where people can enjoy good pizza and unwind — the same way you’d do in a town square in Italy.” The main focus, unsurprisingly, is pizza — made by a range of local pizza makers from across Prague. The food lineup includes some of Prague’s familiar pizza names — like Spojka Karlín, Pizza Metro, Picoška, Mate’s Pizza Truck, and Your Pizza Therapy —...
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