Large Screen to Broadcast Hockey World Championship in Old Town Square

Prague is set to transform its historic Old Town Square into a hub of hockey this coming weekend.

The city’s municipality has announced plans to install large screens for broadcasting the hockey world championship, delighting fans who will gather to support the Czech national team.

Should the Czech team reach the semi-finals, fans will gather in the square on Saturday, May 25, to show their support. And if the team advances to the finals, the event will continue into Sunday, May 26.

The initiative received approval from Prague councilors on Monday. Councilor Antonín Klecanda (STAN) announced the news, emphasizing that the municipality has sanctioned public screenings for the semi-finals, finals, and potentially even the bronze medal match if the Czech team qualifies.

The city awaits final approval from the International Hockey Federation for broadcasting rights.

Should permission be granted, this will mark the first time since 2014 that Old Town Square hosts such a public viewing, reviving a tradition from the last time the Czech Republic hosted the championship.

With the schedule set, the semi-finals are on May 25, with matches at 2:20 p.m. and 6:20 p.m.

On Sunday, May 26, the third-place match will begin at 3:20 p.m., followed by the grand finale at 8:20 p.m.

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