Prague is only the beginning. Beyond the capital, the Czech Republic is filled with hilltop castles, romantic chateaux, magnificent gardens and centuries of stories waiting to be discovered. Some are less than an hour away, others invite you to turn a day trip into a longer journey through the country. From medieval fortresses and royal residences to fairy-tale palaces and hidden treasures, there is an extraordinary variety to explore. So if you have already wandered through Prague Castle and the streets of the Old Town, it might be time to see what lies beyond the city.
Dagmar Pecková: A voice that conquered the world. And a personality that never feared to speak the truth.
From London's Covent Garden to Berlin and New York. Dagmar Pecková is one of the Czech artists who has made a name for herself on the most prestigious opera stages in the world. However, her story is not just about music, applause, and great roles. It is also about courage, freedom, life twists, and the ability to stay true to oneself. On Monday, October 12th at 7 PM, this exceptional mezzo-soprano will be a guest on the talk show "Hovory Marka Kováře" at the Art-n-Coffee gallery and café in Prague.
PRAGUE THAT FITS IN A SUITCASE
Czech glass, designer jewellery, original artwork or a fragrance created in Prague. A souvenir needn't recall famous landmarks; it can tell the story of today's city and the people who create here. Prague's best-known motifs appear almost everywhere. Still, the city's most interesting mementoes are often found a few streets away, in design shops, small galleries and local artists' studios. Here you can discover a Prague that draws on a strong craft tradition while interpreting it in a contemporary and sometimes surprisingly playful way.
HUMBOOKFEST 2026 WILL BRING MARRISA MEYER, KASIE WEST, AND THE TOP OF THE CZECH YA SCENE TO PRAGUE.
The eleventh edition of the largest Czech book festival for young readers, HumbookFest, will kick off on October 10, 2026, at the O2 Universe in Prague. The organizers are gradually revealing the names of this year's guests, and it is already clear that fans of young adult literature can expect a colorful mix of international stars and local author discoveries. Last year, the festival was attended by over 2,000 visitors, and this year more than fifty authors and guests are expected to participate.
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The September menu of the restaurant TADY CHUTNÁ balances between the freshness of the last summer days and the first pronounced flavors of autumn. Fresh goat cheese, Czech balsamic vinegar, borscht with pelmeni, tuna according to Jindřich Vaňha, and pears in caramel. And if the chef David Kalina had to choose just one dish? Definitely the tuna.
SELECTED EVENTS
11/10/2026 10:00:00
Wirework course for adults
10/12/2026 - 10/12/2026
Advent concert of the Czech Guitar Orchestra
15/11/2026 05:00:00
Švandovo Theatre - Just like that
4/9/2026 - 1/11/2026
Between Worlds
SHERLOCK HOLMES: STEP INTO THE MYSTERY
Forget everything you expect from a traditional exhibition. Here, you don’t simply observe the story – you become part of it. A drop of blood, a barely visible footprint, one tiny detail others might overlook… this is how Sherlock Holmes uncovered the truth. Now it’s your turn to put your powers of observation to the test.
What to do in Prague in autumn 2026: Best events, exhibitions and festivals
Discover the best things to do in Prague in autumn 2026. From major exhibitions, concerts, and design festivals to the Signal Festival, Christmas markets, and seasonal events, explore our selection of cultural highlights worth adding to your Prague itinerary.
The cult classic Lady on the Tracks comes to life at Fidlovačka in a new guise.
The first premiere of this year's theater season at Fidlovačka will be a new adaptation of the cult film musical "The Lady on the Tracks." The new version by Lukáš Pečenka plays with the original material and develops it with love and respect for contemporary audiences: alongside the now-classic melodies, several new songs by Petr Malásek with lyrics by Václav Kopta have been added. "The Lady on the Tracks" invites viewers on a journey (by tram) through the complex yet entertaining fate of a woman.
Regular swapping has started at Metropolis Zličín.
In Metropolis Zličín, regular collaboration with SWAP Prague has started. Visitors can bring items they no longer use directly to the shopping center and exchange them for others. Swapping offers a simple way to give items we no longer use another chance while also taking home something that might be useful. The events will take place every first Saturday of the month from 10 AM to 6 PM, and entry is free.
Culture
SELECTED EVENTS
26/10/2026 07:00:00
Švanda Theatre - Three Heterans: Equality, Hardness, Brotherhood
15/10/2026 - 20/10/2026
The FilmFest 2026
5/12/2026 07:00:00
Švanda Theatre - The House of Bernarda Alba
16/10/2026 - 18/10/2026
ChocoFest - chocolate festival
Taste Mělnicko: Sometimes all it takes for good food is just to take a turn off the road.
How many times do we pass by an interesting place without even noticing it? And how many times do we search for good food somewhere far away, even though we have it almost around the corner? This idea gave rise to the project Taste Mělnicko, which connects gastronomy with travel and shows our region in a slightly different way.
Morricone conducts Morricone. Tickets for the exceptional concert in Prague are disappearing at an astonishing rate!
There are melodies where just a few initial notes can instantly conjure an entire film in front of your eyes. The music of Ennio Morricone has long transcended the boundaries of the movie screen. On November 10, it will resonate in Bratislava at the Tipos Arena, and a day later, on November 11, it will also be performed in Prague at the O2 Universe, conducted by the person who has the closest relationship to it, the orchestra led by the famous composer’s son, Andrea Morricone. Interest in this extraordinary concert is high, and tickets are disappearing from sale at a dizzying pace. The opportunity to experience immortal film melodies live, performed by top musicians who personally collaborated with the Maestro, is becoming increasingly rare.
Museum Montanelli: ME! BEDŘICH DLOUHÝ
The Montanelli Museum will present the work of Bedřich Dlouhý, one of the most prominent figures in Czech post-war art. The paintings and objects come from the Montanelli Museum's own collection. They will provide visitors with the opportunity to engage with the work of an artist whose original artistic language combines precise painting, imagination, symbolism, and a distinctive irony.
Six businesses, six Negronis, six stickers. Holešovice Market is preparing its own Tour de Bar as part of Negroni Week.
Three ingredients, over a hundred years of history, and many ways to mix them. Negroni is among the most famous classic cocktails, and its traditional recipe is based on gin, red vermouth, and bitter aperitif in equal parts. Throughout this week, visitors will also be able to try its various forms at the Holešovice Market, where six establishments will offer their unique interpretations of this classic. Additionally, visitors can embark on their own "Market Tour de Bar" and collect stickers for their Negroni passport while tasting.
Gastronomy
Are you looking for an intimate, stylish space for a family celebration, corporate party, or client meeting? Just a few steps from the Old Town Square, you will find Café Hein – the café of the Ungelt Theatre, which combines an unforgettable theatrical atmosphere with excellent gastronomy. Discover a place where your guests will feel at home.
SELECTED EVENTS
13/10/2026 - 18/11/2026
Restaurant Week
15/10/2026 06:30:00
Mughal Empire: India in the Golden Age of the Empire
24/4/2026 - 31/12/2026
Tasting evenings: Taste our story
31/10/2026 07:00:00
Švandovo Theatre - Booze
International Coffee Day: The Story of the Beverage that Connects the World
Coffee is today an integral part of everyday life for millions of people. Morning espresso, cappuccino after lunch, or coffee to go on the way to work – few beverages hold such a firm place in daily life. Every year on October 1st, the world celebrates International Coffee Day, which honors the diversity, quality, and tradition of this drink. And just as the ways we prepare and drink coffee change over the years, new and unusual combinations also emerge – such as the combination of coffee with the famous Irish whiskey from the town of Tullamore, which in the form of Tullamore D.E.W. Café Honey takes on a surprisingly new dimension.
Young wines, goose specialties, and live music on the banks of the Vltava.
November in Prague has a charm of its own – and one tradition well worth experiencing. On Saturday, November 14, Náplavka will come alive with St. Martin’s celebrations, bringing together young wine, roast goose, music, and good company.
Next Thursday, the Holešovice market will belong to pizza. The PIZZA! PIZZA! POP-UP will take place here.
Anyone who wants to enjoy a proper pizza, aperitivo, and an evening with friends under the open sky before the end of summer should make their way to Holešovice next Thursday, September 3rd. The fourth edition of the traditional Italian pop-up event called PIZZA! PIZZA! POP-UP will take place at the Tržní náměstí in the Holešovice market. From 11:00 AM to 10:00 PM, visitors will be offered freshly baked pizza in many varieties, ice cream, prosecco, and specialty coffee. There will also be music, a negroni bar, Italian lessons, and other accompanying programs. Admission is free.
Where to go for wine harvest 2026? 10 best tips in Prague and across the Czech Republic.
Autumn in the Czech Republic is inseparable from grape harvest festivals. Historic towns fill up with parades, concerts, craft markets, and stalls with burčák (young wine) and new wine. Whether you are looking for a pleasant day trip from Prague or planning a weekend in Moravia, we have selected ten events that you definitely shouldn't miss this year.
Activities
The Czech Forest is a magical borderland where life in dozens of villages, hamlets, and solitary homes fell silent after World War II. Today, their stories are recalled by overgrown paths, ruins of houses, chapels, and old fruit trees. Join us in tracing their footsteps and discover places where you can be alone for miles around. The mobile app SmartGuide will assist you in your exploration. Thanks to augmented reality, it will show you what some of these abandoned places might have looked like when people still lived there.
SELECTED EVENTS
9/2/2026 - 15/11/2026
Guided tours 2026
6/5/2027 - 8/5/2027
BTC Prague 2027
26/11/2026 - 29/11/2026
55. Antique Fair of Antiques and Art – Autumn 2026
9/10/2026 - 11/10/2026
Břevnov Feast
PALLADIUM: A stylish stop in the heart of Prague
Prague is famous for grand monuments, hidden lanes, and cafés worth returning to. But there are also places that bring several sides of the city together: the atmosphere of the historic center, contemporary style, good coffee, fashion, beauty, and great food. One of them is PALLADIUM on Republic Square, “The crowned jewel of Prague Shopping,” just a short walk from Old Town Square, the Powder Gate, and the Municipal House.
HALF-CENTURY IN GRAND STYLE: PRAGUE ZOO CELEBRATES ITS 95TH ANNIVERSARY
Traditionally, on Czech Statehood Day, Zoo Prague celebrates the anniversary of its opening – this time with the number 95! For Monday, September 28, the zoo has prepared a festive program in the presence of special guests. Costumes, historical vehicles, and stylish newsboys distributing period newspapers will transport the entire garden back to the 1930s. Interested visitors can have their hairstyles done for free in the style of that era and dance to the music of a live swing band. Visitors who arrive at the celebration in themed outfits will also receive a small gift. The program will also include presentations of new attractions and the opening of an exhibition celebrating 95 years of Zoo Prague. There will be popular sea lion training sessions, as well as commented feedings and meetings with the animals that were part of the beginnings of the Prague zoo: wolves, lions, and elephants.
Autumn in the Krkonoš Mountains at a more relaxed pace. October on the Trail will be dedicated to seniors.
Indian summer, colorful forests, and fewer visitors than during the main holiday season. October offers an opportunity to enjoy the mountains in a more relaxed pace in the Krkonošsko region. The Tree Top Trail in the Krkonoš mountains is dedicating the entire month to seniors. They can bring one additional visitor for free with their ticket – a partner, a friend, or even a grandchild. The October event can thus be an opportunity not only for a trip into nature but also for a day spent together across generations.
The Day of Smart Mobility at the Exhibition Center will showcase the transportation of the future.
What will transportation look like in the coming years? On Saturday, September 19, 2026, the Prague Exhibition Grounds will host the first edition of Smart Mobility Day, which will connect modern technologies, innovations, and smart solutions for the cities of the future.
Tips for trips
Under the motto To Be or Not to Be, the 15th edition of the Film and Architecture Festival will present an extraordinary collection of films that explore housing from various angles. From Wednesday, September 30 to Monday, October 5, 2026, it will visit Prague, Brno, and more than thirty other cities in the Czech Republic and Slovakia. The program will highlight different visions of residents, architects, politicians, and developers regarding the shape of cities and will introduce visionaries who have challenged established concepts of architecture and housing. It will also focus on how the environment around us influences our psyche and interpersonal relationships. "This year's theme touches each of us, so we wanted to create a program that appeals to the widest possible audience. The individual films use diverse filmmaking approaches and capture not only the final appearance of buildings but also the ideas and decisions behind their creation, as well as how people actually live in them," adds festival curator Václav Ševčík.
SELECTED EVENTS
5/10/2026 - 18/10/2026
Riesling Rocks - Riesling festival
10/10/2026 - 11/10/2026
Havel's Feast
18/11/2026 07:00:00
Švanda Theatre - Rules of Nirvana
13/10/2026 - 14/10/2026
Crafts Live 2026
One more weekend of vacation. The Krkonoš Mountains remain open to families.
In autumn, neither parents nor children have to say goodbye to the mountains. On the contrary, the Krkonošsko Mountains still offer plenty of options for shared days outdoors. Tourist destinations are open, and cable cars continue to take visitors into the mountains. The upcoming extended weekend promises an Indian summer, and the Krkonošsko Mountains in autumn colors are expecting an influx of tourists. Those heading to the mountains should therefore anticipate larger crowds and plan their routes in advance.
Where to hold a company party this year? Tips for the best places not just in Prague.
The company party no longer has to mean a rented lounge, several trays of sandwiches, and a mandatory toast with colleagues. Companies today are looking for places and experiences that will genuinely make people want to come - from atmospheric restaurants and industrial spaces to wellness resorts and evenings associated with activities that are still remembered over January coffee.
What if we just went out somewhere?
You don't have to plan a vacation or pack a suitcase for a week. Sometimes, all it takes is to hop on a train, in a car, or on a bike and change the scenery for a few hours. Head out for culture in another city, explore history, take a walk through the autumn landscape, or plan your trip around an event that’s worth a few extra kilometers. Because a good trip doesn’t have to be far – you just need a reason to go.
September and October are perfect for such outings. And since there are so many options, this time we’ve replaced lengthy discussions with specific inspiration. For culture, history, to a castle, on a bike, or simply somewhere you haven’t been yet. So where will it be?
Boris Kráľ. Good evening, Audrey! A celebration of women, fashion, and craftsmanship at Fashion 2000+ Moravian Gallery.
The Moravian Gallery presents another initiative from the series of contemporary fashion exhibitions. Following the projects of Liběna Rochová, Jan Černý, and Lukáš Macháček, it introduces a retrospective exhibition titled Bonsoir, Audrey! by Slovak fashion designer Boris Kráľ. For the first time, the Fashion 2000+ hall at the Museum of Applied Arts (dedicated to the exhibition of the developing collection of contemporary Czech fashion) will be devoted to a solo show. The young creator has transformed it into a distinctive installation combining fashion design and photography. On a mechanical runway, he will showcase the most significant models from his shows, from Salon de Nuit to the latest collection presented at the Expo 58 pavilion this June in Prague. The exhibition also includes a collection of behind-the-scenes photographs from the designer's shows, taken by Lena Knappova. Boris Kráľ. Bonsoir, Audrey! runs from September 25, 2026, to January 24, 2027.
Nightlife
Prague is home to hundreds of bars, restaurants, and nightlife venues, but only a few places can offer a cocktail experience created by true champions of the craft. Located in the heart of Prague’s vibrant Vinohrady district, Savage Bar Prague combines award-winning bartending, creative mixology, and an unforgettable atmosphere that attracts both locals and international visitors looking for something special.
SELECTED EVENTS
29/12/2026 07:00:00
Švandovo Theatre - Booze
27/11/2026 07:00:00
Švandovo Theatre - Booze
29/8/2026 - 18/10/2026
Exclusive exhibition of mantises
16/10/2026 07:00:00
Charles's guide for a young gay man in Prague
Harly's bar: a stylish spot in the city center worth visiting
A place where nothing is forbidden and where even the biggest lambs become nocturnal animals. If Mirek Dušín were to enter this establishment, he would become a rock star. Do you want to experience a really wild party that you cannot get home from until dawn? Harly’s Bar will not disappoint.
Premiere of the Beats for Love Winter festival: Brno will be set dancing by the world queen of hard techno, Sara Landry.
One of the most prominent figures in the contemporary electronic scene will perform at the very first winter edition of the Beats for Love festival in Brno. From December 4 to 5, one of the largest indoor dance events of the season is set to take place at the Brno Exhibition Centre. The first indoor edition of the largest electronic dance music festival in Central Europe is entering the final phase of revealing its star-studded lineup. Beats for Love Winter now presents another of the main headliners of its inaugural year - the global face of hard techno, Sara Landry.
SAVAGE BAR PRAGUE: A COCKTAIL BAR CREATED BY CZECH BARTENDING CHAMPIONS
Located in the heart of Prague’s Vinohrady district, Savage Bar Prague offers a unique combination of creative cocktails, stylish interior design, and an unforgettable atmosphere.
Chase & Status, Pendulum LIVE, and over 130 foreign artists. Let It Roll is preparing the most ambitious edition in its history.
The world's largest drum & bass festival is significantly enhancing its program and its own music dramaturgy this year. From July 30 to August 1, Let It Roll at Lake Most will offer major live performances, exclusive B2B sets, and special themed evenings, which are among the main novelties of this year's edition.