From Iron Maiden to Dua Lipa: Top Events Not to Miss in Prague in 2025

A Year Full of Music

The year kicks off with a series of unmissable performances. On February 23, the O2 Arena will host Cyndi Lauper, celebrating her farewell tour, Girls Just Wanna Have Fun. In March, Lenny Kravitz will perform at the O2 Arena, followed by Anastacia at the O2 Universum, marking the 25th anniversary of her debut album.

Pop superstar Dua Lipa, a three-time Grammy winner, will perform two shows at the O2 Arena on May 27 and 28. Her performances are expected to draw massive crowds.

Rock enthusiasts can look forward to Iron Maiden on May 31 at Letňany Airport, celebrating the band’s 50th anniversary. Their manager, Rod Smallwood, promises an unforgettable show featuring classics and fan favorites, many of which have not been performed live in years.

The summer will bring even more excitement. The Imagine Dragons will play two concerts at Letňany Airport on June 9 and 11, followed by Bruce Springsteen on June 15. Lionel Richie, with his European tour Say Hello to the Hits, will perform on July 6.

The year concludes with a high-energy performance by The Offspring at the Fortuna Hall in Holešovice on October 2.

Sports Highlights of 2025

Prague will host various international and local sports events, offering something for every sports enthusiast. Football fans can look forward to the Czech national team’s qualifiers for the 2026 FIFA World Cup, with matches scheduled between March 22 and November 17. Details of games to be held in Prague will be announced soon.

The Prague International Marathon is set for May 4. Meanwhile, the city’s longstanding tradition in canoe slalom continues with the ICF World Cup, taking place in Troja from June 26.

On May 16, the Prague Dragon Boat Festival will see teams racing along the Vltava River. The spectacle includes professional, amateur, and corporate crews, making it one of the most popular water sports events in the city.

Prague will also welcome the FIM Speedway Grand Prix World Championship at the Marketa Stadium on May 31, featuring the best speedway riders in the world.

Wrapping up the year, the O2 Arena will host the Global Champions Prague Playoffs, a world-class show jumping event, from November 20.

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