The material base of humanitarian aid represents a complex system that can provide accommodation, clothing, food, hygiene, health, and psychosocial assistance, as well as other essential services to people affected by extraordinary events. The construction is ensured by the Fire Rescue Service of the Capital City of Prague in cooperation with the Medical Rescue Service of the Capital City of Prague, the Police of the Czech Republic, the Municipal Police of the Capital City of Prague, the Magistrate of the Capital City of Prague, and the Czech Red Cross.
Visitors will have two forms of tours available:
- Guided tour – offers an authentic experience of the entire space, including access to sectors that will otherwise not be open to the public. Groups of a maximum of 20 people, duration approximately 60 minutes. Intended for adults and children aged 10 and older.
- Free tour – the base will be open to all visitors without the need for registration. At each sector, there will be staff available to answer questions and inform the public about operations. A printed guide and QR codes linking to detailed information on the website will be available. Ideal for families with children.
One of the main program innovations is the podcast stage featuring stories of everyday heroes and their services to society or assistance in crisis situations. Podcast guests will share their personal experiences and behind-the-scenes work that often remains hidden from ordinary people.
Podcast stage program 2025
- 11:00 – Opening of the Heroes' Day event
- 11:15–12:00 – Prison Service: Life Behind High Walls: Guest: Col. Zbyšek Trepeš, Director of the Prague-Ruzyně Remand Prison
- 12:20–13:20 – Czech Army: Become a Hero: Guests: Sarah Haváčová, Basic Training Graduate, Petr Kolouch, Director of the Prague Rescue Service
- 13:45–14:30 – Police of the Czech Republic: Hero 001: Guest: David Kasal, Emergency and Escort Department of the Regional Directorate of Police of the Capital City of Prague
- 15:00–15:45 – Medical Rescue Service of HMP: You Are Never Alone: Guest: Karel Kirs, paramedic, spokesperson
- 16:00–17:00 – Special guest of the day: Boys Cry Too: Guest: Marián Jelínek
The World of Safety in the Online Environment at Křižík's Pavilions B
Following the success of last year's lectures on safe online practices, this topic will also be included in this year's program. On one day, visitors will have a unique opportunity to learn more about current issues such as cyberbullying and online banking protection, and to try out a variety of interactive activities.
In addition to the base, visitors can look forward to a rich accompanying program:
- Demonstrations of emergency services technology – police helicopter, wheeled armored vehicle Pandur, or medical Golem,
- competition of professional firefighting teams in rescue operations,
- podcast stage with interesting interviews with everyday heroes,
- sporting challenges for young firefighters,
- children's games and a scavenger hunt,
- interactive program on safety in the online world in Křižík's Pavilion B (#noPINplay, cyber tests by the Czech Police, introduction to non-substance addictions, as well as a relaxation zone),
- non-profit organizations will have space to present their activities under the sub-theme Safety in Danger.
Participating components of the integrated rescue system and organizations
Czech Army, Customs Office for the Capital City of Prague, BESIP, Czech Red Cross, Czech National Bone Marrow Donor Registry, Fire Rescue Service of the Prague Public Transport Company, Fire Rescue Service of the Capital City of Prague, Fire Rescue Service of Václav Havel Airport Prague, Main Mining Rescue Station Prague, Regional Military Command of the Capital City of Prague, Municipal Police of the Capital City of Prague, Department of Security of the Capital City of Prague, Police of the Czech Republic, Volunteer Fire Brigade, Speleological Rescue Service, Administration of Services of the Capital City of Prague, Technology of the Capital City of Prague, Water Rescue Service of the Czech Red Cross, Prison Service of the Czech Republic, Rescue Brigade of Dog Handlers Prague, Medical Rescue Service of the Capital City of Prague, and Medical Facilities of the Ministry of Justice.
The event is held under the patronage of:
Mgr. Jana Černochová, Minister of Defense of the Czech Republic, Mgr. Vít Rakušan, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of the Interior, Mayor of the Capital City of Prague doc. MUDr. Bohuslav Svoboda, CSc., Mayor of Prague 7 Mgr. Jan Čižinský, Police President Major General Martin Vondrášek, Police of the Czech Republic, and Jiří Hynek, President of the Association of Defense and Security Industries of the Czech Republic.
The partners of the event are:
MHMP, Prague 7 Municipality, Prague Gas Company, Prague Energy, Prague Heating Company/Veolia, Technology of the Capital City of Prague, Alza, BESIP, OC Stromovka, OZP Health Insurance Company, Prague Public Transport Company, Czech Red Cross Prague 7. Media partner Radio Prague.
With the support of: NATO DAYS
Practical information:
- Location: Brussels Road, lower part of the Prague Exhibition Grounds and Křižík's Pavilion B
- Entry: free
- Transport: check current transport at www.idos.cz, stop "Exhibition Grounds".
- Walking: You can walk to us from Strossmayer Square or from the direction of Holešovice Railway Station, please account for construction from both sides.
- Dogs: Dogs are only allowed on a leash in the area, entry to the Material Base of Humanitarian Aid is permitted only for assistance dogs.
- Playing cards for children's games: available for purchase at the information booth of the Exhibition Grounds (100 CZK, payment in cash or by card)
