Underground Festival: Prague Metro Transforms into an Art Hub This Weekend

From November 3-5, Prague’s metro stations—Kačerov, Budějovická, Vyšehrad, and I. P. Pavlova—will host the Festival for Passengers, celebrating the Prague metro’s 50th anniversary with a remarkable lineup of live performances, artistic displays, and interactive exhibits.

Organized by the Gallery of the Capital City of Prague (GHMP) in partnership with the Prague Public Transport Company (DPP), this festival aims to reshape how passengers experience urban travel.

Throughout the weekend, festival-goers can explore unique art performances and installations designed to enliven their commute. Events include a rare cleaning of Kačerov station’s travertine fountain, a pantomime performance at Budějovická, and a choreographic installation at I. P. Pavlova critiquing the repetitive nature of modern travel routines.

Art Installations to Enhance the Metro for Months Ahead

In addition to the weekend festivities, the LCL project will install several temporary artworks in metro stations, enhancing the visual landscape for months to come. Highlights include:

• Interactive QR codes by Praho! at Kačerov
• A deconstructed peasant chair by artist Petr Vykoukal at Budějovická
• A sound installation by Michal Kindernay at Pražského povstání
• A painting by Vojtěch Proske, inspired by urban infrastructure, at I. P. Pavlova

This array of artistic expressions is intended to add a fresh, creative element to Prague’s public transport system.

“This festival marks not only 50 years of the C metro line but also a deeper connection between art and public spaces. I am eager to see how live art will invigorate stations, enrich the travel experience, and brighten passengers’ days,” said Jiří Pospíšil, Deputy Mayor of Prague.

A complete schedule of performances and events can be found on the GHMP website.

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