ZUŠ OPEN at the New Town Hall

The Freedom Festival is approaching, and this year it will once again offer a combination of powerful stories, historical moments, and contemporary culture. The annual celebrations of the end of World War II have a unique atmosphere and program in Pilsen that is worth coming for. What should you not miss from May 1st to 3rd, no matter where you are coming from to western Bohemia?

The Laughing Summer will traditionally take place under the walls of Kadaň on June 20, 2026. Visitors can look forward not only to the contemporary pop-hip-hop scene but also to bands that will appeal to older generations, for whom the festival has always been a favorite.

The automotive festival Legends is slowly knocking on the door, and that means only one thing. In Prague, countless stunning cars will be on display that you won't encounter in everyday traffic. At the Holešovice exhibition grounds, you will see, for example, the Pagani Utopia Roadster, Huayra, Ferrari SF90XX Stradale, models SP3, SP1, as well as new offerings from brands like Aston Martin, Mercedes-AMG, and Lotus. This year's edition will not only be about cars. The accompanying program is tailored to meet the needs of all family members. Men can look forward to a watch exhibition in addition to the cars, while women and children will enjoy a dance program and other entertaining activities.

The Dvorec Zoo, located in the picturesque landscape of South Bohemia near Borovany, is an ideal place for all nature lovers, families with children, and animal enthusiasts. This private zoo has built a strong reputation over its existence due to its personal approach to the animals, emphasis on their well-being, and authentic experience for visitors.

Spring at the Theatre in Řeznická will bring the Czech premiere of the tragicomedy with a short but apt title Ex, by the acclaimed German playwright Maria von Mayenburg. Under the direction of Jakub Šmíd, the central roles will be played by actors Zuzana Zlatohlávková, Lenka Zbranková, and Jiří Š Hájek. The play is based on the biting and precise dialogue of the married couple Daniel and Sibille. The essentially problem-free life of a successful upper-middle-class couple with two children is strongly stagnating and deepening its crisis. When Daniel's ex shows up at the door one evening, there is no turning back. Or is there?

While most parties in Prague start after midnight, this one will kick off at one in the afternoon. Sound Open Air returns on May 23rd and will present an all-day takeover on Štvanice, featuring a strong international lineup on two outdoor stages and a format that remains more of an exception than a rule in Prague. In May, the island between the arms of the Vltava River will transform into an open dance area with a view of the city and four stages spread across Štvanice. As the sun sets, the event will move indoors to Fuchs2, where it will continue until 6:00 AM.