The Czech Scouts are getting ready to distribute the Peace Light of Bethlehem, one of the symbols of the Christmas season, around Prague after transporting the light from Vienna last weekend. The Czech Scouts, part of the international scouting organization that includes the U.S. Boy Scouts, have already delivered the Bethlehem light to Brno in the Czech Republic. The flame was first lit in Bethlehem in the West Bank, Palestine, and will arrive into Brno by train. In the afternoon, the Scouts distributed the light to several places in the capital, using a historic tram for the purpose. On Sunday afternoon, an ecumenical welcoming of the Bethlehem light will take place in Brno’s Cathedral of Saints Peter and Paul. The Scouts have been bringing the Bethlehem light to the Czech Republic for 30 years. For the first time, they brought the light under the statue of St. Wenceslas in Prague during the Velvet Revolution in December 1989. After the fall of the communist regime, the arrival of the Bethlehem Light was one of the first major events that allowed Scouts to meet freely. In 1986, the Bethlehem light made its first journey to Linz, Austria, becoming part of the Christmas charity event...
A new interactive museum in the heart of Prague invites visitors to explore the life and works of Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart through the lens of modern technology. Located in Lesser Town, this innovative exhibition combines interactive experiences with cutting-edge visuals, offering a fresh perspective on the legacy of one of the greatest composers in history. Engaging Experiences with a Modern Twist Guests are invited to take on the role of a conductor, reenact the iconic Prague premiere of Don Giovanni, or even try their hand at entertaining Empress Maria Theresa. Visitors can also play the harpsichord under the guidance of Mozart’s father, Leopold. These immersive activities highlight Mozart’s deep connection to Prague, where he enjoyed a strong bond with the city’s music-loving audiences. Renowned actor Karel Dobrý lends his voice to guide visitors through the museum as Mozart’s inner voice. Live-action portraits, created in collaboration with the Pokrok Studio, bring key historical figures to life. Mozart’s father, Leopold, is portrayed by Martin Zbrožek, while Antonio Salieri and Empress Maria Theresa are played by Karel Dobrý and Barbora Vaculíková, respectively. Blending Education and Entertainment Visitors will engage with hands-on exhibits across three floors, each representing a different stage of Mozart’s life....
On Wednesday, December 18, passengers in the Prague Metro will experience a holiday event—a live nativity scene at Jiřího z Poděbrady station. Known as the Mobile Nativity Scene, this performance brings a festive atmosphere to the daily commute. Starting at 6:00 p.m., performers dressed as the Virgin Mary, Saint Joseph, baby Jesus, an angel, and the Three Wise Men will ride the station’s escalators. Their movements will create a moving Christmas display, drawing smiles and interest from onlookers. “The idea is to create the illusion of a moving Christmas scene on the escalator,” said the organizers. “The escalator moves, we move mechanically, and people around us are smiling and taking pictures.” This performance will last approximately 20 to 30 minutes, giving commuters a chance to capture the moment and immerse themselves in the holiday atmosphere. Additional details about this event here Would you like us to write about your business? Find out more
Coffee lovers will soon face a higher bill as prices for arabica coffee have hit record levels. This week, coffee futures surpassed the previous peak from 1977, nearly doubling in price this year alone. Futures contracts for arabica coffee reached over $3.45 per pound (0.45 kilograms) this week, breaking a nearly 50-year-old price record. While Brazil, the world’s largest producer of arabica, was affected by devastating frosts in 1975, this year’s price surge is due to a prolonged drought. In addition, Vietnam’s robusta coffee production has also been impacted by drought during the growing season, followed by heavy rains at the start of the harvest. “The drought has been a key factor this year,” explains Jiří Tyleček, chief analyst at XTB. “In spring, Vietnam’s robusta crops began to suffer, and by autumn, the drought reached Brazil, affecting arabica production—the worst in the last 70 years.” This situation represents a perfect storm of multiple challenges. Alongside adverse weather, there are growing concerns about the tariffs former U.S. President Trump is preparing to impose on imported goods starting in January. “The U.S. is unusually overstocking, which exacerbates the rising prices trend,” adds Václav Durďák, owner of Coffeespot coffee roastery. But the price...
The Powder Gate in Prague has completed the initial phase of its revitalization project. This stage included a detailed assessment of the tower’s outer facade, enabling restorers to gather critical data about the structure and its architectural elements. These findings will serve as the foundation for a comprehensive renovation plan. The first phase also included cleaning the tower’s exterior, with the total cost amounting to CZK 5 million. The follow-up project documentation for the full restoration will begin next year after all survey results are analyzed, with completion of these findings expected by April 2024. “In December, we will remove all scaffolding from the Powder Gate, which was in place for less than five months,” said Petr Kotalík, head of the Monuments Administration at Prague City Tourism. “This allowed us to examine the condition of sculptural details thoroughly, especially after cleaning away surface dirt.” Kotalík added that in addition to basic cleaning with a steam generator, advanced methods such as chemical, mechanical, and laser cleaning were tested. “During our survey, we specifically looked for traces of original polychromy, or colored decoration,” explained Tomáš Rafl, the project’s lead restorer. “The assumption that the Powder Gate never featured colored decoration was confirmed....
L. Frank Baum’s “The Marvelous Land of Oz” will be performed as a stage adaptation in Prague on December 20, 2024 at Divadlo D21. Organized by the theatre group The Mad and Merry Men, the production is a charity event aiming to support victims of the recent floods across the Czech Republic. Instead of going with the famous first book, this adaptation brings Baum’s second volume in the Oz series to life: The story follows Tip, a boy fleeing from the witch Mombi, who joins forces with excentric characters like Jack Pumpkinhead, the Scarecrow or the strange professor Woggle Bug – who, just as his name says, is a giant Insect. Together, they journey to the Emerald City, encountering themes of identity and transformation along the way, making it a timeless story that resonates with audiences of all ages. „Tip is a peculiar creature of remarkable eagerness and presence of mind, ready to cause mischief for his own amusement”, says actress Rozálie Andělová. „He is relatable, good-natured and well-intending, an embodiment of idealism – something our world is in need of, now more than ever.” Baum wrote The Marvelous Land of Oz as part of a 14-book series set in...
Legendary guitar icons Joe Satriani and Steve Vai have teamed up for the first time in their nearly 50-year musical career to form the SATCHVAI Band, which will visit Prague’s Forum Karlín on July 20, 2025. The duo, along with each of their respective bands, initially joined forces for their first-ever tour together, outside of the G3 format, this past spring (2024) across select U.S. cities and decided it was finally time to form a band together and bring that winning formula to the live stage, beginning in Europe. Celebrating nearly five decades of musical friendship, Joe Satriani and Steve Vai made their first musical collaboration debut in March 2024. “The Sea of Emotion, Pt. 1” showcases the unmatched synergy between these two legendary guitarists as they seamlessly trade solo sections throughout the nearly six-minute opus. Their second collaboration is set to be released just before the European tour, adding even more anticipation for this epic run. About Joe Satriani For over three decades, the guitar virtuoso has traveled the world, playing to sold-out crowds as both a headliner and as founder of the all-star “G3” guitar extravaganza. Satriani’s studio and live recordings have sold more than 10 million copies...
The much-anticipated arrival of the American fast-food chain Five Guys in Prague has been marked by repeated delays. Initially, the chain was expected to open its first restaurant in the reconstructed Máj Národní department store earlier this year. The launch was first planned for late spring or early summer, then postponed to November, according to Hospodářské noviny. Currently, the Máj Národní management aims for an opening by New Year’s Eve. “We aim to open the Five Guys unit by the end of this year,” said Karolina Ötwösová, leasing director of Máj Národní. However, the timeline remains uncertain. Sources close to the market indicate the opening might be pushed to the first half of next year. Five Guys itself has not provided any updates. Despite multiple inquiries, the chain’s press department has refrained from commenting on the exact opening date. A New Player in Prague’s Competitive Fast Food Scene Known for its signature hamburgers and fries, Five Guys will directly compete with established fast food giants like McDonald’s and Burger King. Its entry is part of a broader trend of American fast-food brands expanding into the Czech market, Popeyes, a U.S. chain specializing in fried chicken, is planning to open its third...
Award-winning comedian, actor, writer, and director Ricky Gervais has announced additional European dates for his brand-new stand-up show Mortality in 2025. He will perform in Prague on October 4, 2025, at O2 arena. Tickets will go on sale through Ticketmaster and Ticketportal starting December 13 at 10:00. Pre-sale access for Live Nation Club and O2 customers begins on December 11 at 10:00, with ticket prices starting at 1,790 CZK. A Record-Breaking Comedian Gervais’s latest stand-up special, Armageddon, not only won a Golden Globe but also became the highest-grossing comedy show of all time, topping Netflix charts globally. Following this success, Mortality will also be filmed for Netflix, further solidifying Gervais’s reputation as one of the most influential figures in modern comedy. Discussing his new show, Gervais remarked, “We’re all gonna die. May as well have a laugh about it. Mortality looks at the absurdities of life. And death. Bring it on.” With over 80 work-in-progress shows under his belt this year alone, Gervais is set to deliver another unforgettable tour. As with his previous tours, a portion of proceeds from ticket sales will be donated to charity. During his Armageddon tour in 2023, Gervais donated £1.91 million to animal charities...
Food waste is a massive problem. Every year as much as a billion tonnes of food goes uneaten worldwide, which could be as much as one-third of what’s produced. This isn’t just wasteful, this discarded food also releases harmful greenhouse gases into the atmosphere, which could be as much as 8-12 percent of the total. A small local company called Nesnězeno (“uneaten”) is trying to do its part to reduce these numbers; I spoke with its founder, Jakub Henni, to find out more. I meet Henni at the Nesnězeno offices, located in a small residential house on a hillside in Prague 2. Currently, it holds 14 of the firm’s 25 Czech employees, with the rest working in the Brno office, Henni’s hometown. Brno is also where the company first got its start, as a Facebook page that aimed to connect shops and restaurants with people in an attempt to reduce food waste. The way it works hasn’t changed too much in the intervening years. Shops and businesses (Henni refers to them as “partners”) advertise food and other items they have left over, usually at the end of business hours, and customers can pick them up at a discount. The rule...
The iconic “mevro” tram, registered as number 3098, is making a return to Prague’s public transport network after almost six decades. The Prague Transport Company (DPP) has completed a thorough restoration of this historic tram and plans to deploy it on historic tram routes 41 and 42. Originally manufactured in 1948, the “mevro” was introduced to coincide with the All-Sokol Festival and the International Radio Exhibition, events that contributed to its famous nickname. A Pioneering Design in Prague’s Transport History The “mevro” tram represents a key chapter in the evolution of public transport in Prague. It was the final model of two-axle motor trams designed for passenger service in the city. What made the “mevro” groundbreaking were its electrical innovations, such as rail brakes powered by a storage battery and advanced signal circuits. At the time, these features set new safety standards and laid the foundation for the later development of PCC concept trams, whose influence is still visible in today’s iconic T3 models. Historical Roots and Challenges The tram’s design drew inspiration from Milan’s Peter Witt cars, which have been in operation since 1928 and still serve passengers in Italy today. However, the “mevro” trams had a relatively short...
Looking for the perfect date night or a cozy evening out with friends? Kino Eats at Manifesto Market Anděl offers the ideal blend of great food and classic Christmas movies. This isn’t your standard dinner-and-a-movie setup; it’s an opportunity to indulge in global flavors while immersing yourself in the magic of the holidays. With thirteen international food vendors to choose from, you can sample dishes from around the world before settling in with a drink from the bar to watch a beloved Christmas movie. A Cinematic Holiday Lineup This year’s screenings feature classics such as “Love Actually” and “Home Alone”, offering heartwarming nostalgia for the season. For those looking to embrace Czech culture, the program includes Cosy Dens (Pelíšky), a humorous and touching film that captures the essence of Czech traditions, making it the perfect companion to a cold Czech beer. Love Actually on December 11th, and if you can’t make it they’ll screen it again on December 15th. Home Alone on December 19th. And the traditional Czech favorite Pelíšky, on December 22nd. What’s on the Menu? Kino Eats isn’t about stale popcorn and soda. Instead, you’ll enjoy dishes like: Japanese ramen and curry from Taiko and Gohan Kimbab and...
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