One of Prague’s best-known summer events is set to return to Kampa this July, bringing together French food, wine, music and culture in the heart of the city.

From July 14 to 19, Kampa will once again host the annual French Market, bringing six days of regional food, wine, music and cultural events to the heart of Malá Strana..

Now in its nineteenth edition, the event will feature producers and vendors from across France, offering regional specialties ranging from seafood and cured meats to baked goods and sparkling wines. Organizers say this year’s program will place a particular focus on guest appearances and live performances.

Among the most anticipated guests is Ferran Sentís Barcia, a finalist in the World Oyster Opening Championship. Visitors will have the opportunity not only to sample fresh oysters but also to watch demonstrations from one of the most respected oyster-opening specialists working today.

Seafood will be joined by a wide selection of traditional French products. Visitors can expect to find Jambon Noir de Bigorre, a premium ham aged for two years in the foothills of the French Pyrenees.

The No Stress Bakery stand will present saucisson brioche, a classic specialty from the Lyon region, while fans of natural wines can explore a selection of French sparkling wines at the Pet Nat, What Else? stand.

The market will also welcome products from France’s Basque Country. Among them are artisanal cheese biscuits from the Okina brand, available for tasting at the Xiberoko Arroskillak stand.

 

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According to organizer Thomas Bouton, this year’s edition stands out because of the international guests and expanded cultural program.

“For the first time, we will welcome Ferran Sentís Barcia, a finalist in the World Oyster Opening Championship, and the opening ceremony will feature the L’Harmonie de Bourges brass band with 57 musicians,” Bouton said. “These encounters help create an atmosphere where visitors can experience France through all the senses.”

The event is not limited to gastronomy. Music and cultural performances will run throughout the week, adding to the market’s atmosphere.

The opening day on July 14 will begin with a performance by L’Harmonie de Bourges, a French brass orchestra bringing 57 musicians to Prague. Later in the day, visitors can attend a concert by French chansonnier Paul d’Amour, known for his work with the group Les Garçons Trottoirs.

The closing day on July 19 will feature a performance by the vocal ensemble La Cancioneta.

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