Where to go for festivals in 2026: The best music, food, and summer experiences

Where to go for festivals in 2026: The best music, food, and summer experiences

With the arrival of the summer months, cultural life moves outdoors. Although the theater holidays are here, boredom is definitely not on the horizon – the main festival season is kicking off. If you and your friends are already planning where to enjoy the best atmosphere together this year, our overview of the top festivals will make your decision easier.

New edition

Beats 4 Love

The largest electronic music festival in Central Europe is back! From July 1 to July 4, 2026, the industrial area of Lower Vítkovice will come alive with the unique concept of Beats for Love Universe. Over 550 performers will take the stage across more than 18 stages, headlined by stars like Marshmello, Alesso, and Calvin Harris. In addition to top-notch EDM, techno, and DnB, visitors can expect a revolutionary 360° stage, a rich accompanying program, and a strong emphasis on ecology. Experience the unforgettable energy of the "People of Love" in the heart of the steel metropolis. Tickets are already on sale! www.b4l.cz

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Benátská

The area in Vesec near Liberec will transform into a center of Czech and world music from July 23 to July 26, 2026. The 32nd edition of the beloved family festival Benátská! with Impuls will welcome the legendary Roxette in a new lineup, as well as local stars like Lucie, Chinaski, and Richard Müller. The traditional Thursday program will pay tribute to the Slovak scene, while the Saturday Adifex stage will be dominated by rap. In addition to great music, visitors can look forward to top-notch amenities, a VIP area with a view, and an unmistakable atmosphere in the foothills of the Jizera Mountains. Just gather your group and head out! www.benatska.cz 

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Prague 420

The first edition of the Prague 420 festival after legalization will take place on June 6 and 7 at the Louka Prague area. You can look forward to international headliners including rapper Berner (USA), who will perform here for the first time, and jungle and reggae legend General Levy (UK), along with local artists such as PTK, H16, Loudz1, Michajlov, Pain, and Magenta, as well as Danzhun. Attractions, education, competitions, over 100 exhibiting brands, plenty of food and fun - that's Prague 420. www.prague420.com

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Boskovice

The 34th edition of the festival for the Jewish quarter will offer 4 days of music, theater, film, performances, visual arts, lectures, and discussions, including a program for children. The Boskovice festival will continue to serve as a place for dialogue between the past and the present - a space where the historical backdrop of the city and the Jewish quarter will be filled with contemporary art and current themes. The festival is traditionally open to a wide audience, from fans of alternative culture to families with children. www.boskovice-festival.cz

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Kids Festival

The largest family festival in the region is here! The Grand Live Kids Festival in Čáslav brings the biggest children's stars such as Lollipopz, Štístko and Poupěnka, Kája and Bambuláček, or Míša Růžičková. Lots of attractions, fun, and everything included in the price of one ticket. Thousands of visitors, an unforgettable atmosphere, and a day everyone will be talking about. Capacity is limited - don't wait! www.kidsfestival.cz
 
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Grand Live Rock Festival

The Grand Live Rock Festival 2026 in Čáslav brings a day full of energy, guitars, and unforgettable shows. The stage will feature Škwor, Harlej, Krucipüsk, Alkehol, Civil Defense, Marie Rezlerová, and more. You can expect great sound, a light show, and an atmosphere that will captivate you. Come experience summer to the fullest - music, emotions, and thousands of people in one place. Tickets are selling fast! Website: www.grandlive.cz
 
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High Jump

It has been 27 years since the first edition of the extreme high diving competition took place in the quarry in Hřiměždice near Příbram. This year, the event will be held on August 7-8. Divers from around the world will once again showcase breathtaking performances from heights of up to 20 meters. Highjump is unique for its atmosphere, the exceptional location, and a rich accompanying program for visitors. www.highjump.cz
 
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BTC Prague 2026

BTC Prague is the largest bitcoin conference in Central Europe. With a rich program of lectures from leading experts, panel discussions, and networking opportunities, it attracts both investors and technical enthusiasts. Prague thus becomes the epicenter of bitcoin events in Central Europe for several days.  How to buy cheaper tickets? In collaboration with BTC Prague, we offer up to a 15% discount on all tickets – when purchasing, just enter the discount code MOON.

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90s Explosion

The exhibition center will transform into the largest 90s open-air festival in the heart of Europe. Prague will experience an extraordinary musical event in 2026 that will bring together the biggest stars of the 90s on one stage. The 90s Explosion festival returns to the Prague Exhibition Center with a unique concept of a continuous show that will offer world-class performers, iconic hits, and an atmosphere that only the true 90s can evoke. https://90sexplosion.com/

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Music in the Vineyards 2026

A record number of concerts and two new locations The beloved series of open-air concerts "Music in the Vineyards" has had a highly successful year, but the organizers are already announcing new features for 2026. The seventh edition of the event will offer a record 69 concerts, the most in history. Along with this comes an expanded range of performing artists and two brand new locations, of course connected with wine. Annual staples such as David Koller, Queenie, Čechomor, the duo Krhut & Kozub, Wohnout, Tros Discotequos, No Name, and many others will take the stage. Additionally, Marie Rottrová, Olympic, Kateřina Marie Tichá, Kollárovci, and Tata Bojs will make their debuts in the vineyards. www.hudbanavinicich.cz

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Jatka Fest

Jatka Fest 2026 will say goodbye in grand style. After years, the traditional music festival is coming to an end, with tickets remaining at 850 CZK.
This year's edition will once again offer a colorful program composed of prominent Czech and foreign performers. Visitors can look forward to performances by bands: Rybičky 48 / Wohnout / UDG, Iné Kafe / Mňága & Žďorp / Jakub Děkan and others.
More information and tickets can be found at www.jatkafest.cz
 
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Laughing Summer

The Laughing Summer festival is back in full force! It will traditionally take place under the walls of Kadaň on June 20, 2026. Visitors can look forward not only to the current pop-hip-hop scene but also to bands that will appeal to older generations, for whom the festival has always been a favorite. The entrance fee is 1190 CZK. More at www.vysmatyleto.cz.
 
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Between the Fences

At the festival that will dominate the park of the Bohnice Psychiatric Hospital on May 30 and 31, this year will feature the stalwart of our music scene, Lucie, which has significantly influenced the development of Czech rock music for four decades. In addition to this extraordinary band, many other musical and theatrical stars have decided to support this meaningful event - not just artistically. These include Divokej Bill, No Name, Xindl X, Marpo, Kateřina Marie Tichá, Martina Pártlová, Adam Mišík, Poletíme?, Michal Hrůza, Tomáš Klus, Spitfire Company, Vosto5, and Lukáš Pavlásek. A total of over 100 performers will take the stage on 10 festival stages.  www.meziploty.cz

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FEST AND A HALF vol.2

The second edition of the open festival, focused primarily on punk music, supplemented by related genres such as ska, crust, oi, rock 'n' roll, and others, will take place on July 10 and 11, 2026, in Buštěhrad. Among the seventeen performing bands, we can hear three foreign ones, unlike last year when the organizers focused exclusively on Czech quality.  www.festapul.cz

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Fesťáček

In 2026, Fesťáček will head to 11 cities across the Czech Republic, where each stop will welcome thousands of visitors. The festival will gradually visit, for example, Prague, Plzeň, Jihlava, České Budějovice, Hradec Králové, Zlín, Ostrava, Olomouc, Liberec, or Most.
The success of the festival is primarily due to the combination of fun and active participation of children. The program is designed to appeal to both younger children and older visitors, while also ensuring that parents enjoy the entire day as well.  The dates for the Fesťáček festival 2026 can be found here: https://festacekfestival.cz/#mesta
 
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Art, architecture, and design: The permanent exhibition of the Regional Gallery of Fine Arts in Zlín offers more than 300 original exhibits.

The exhibition + - Zlín, which opened in October 2024, provides visitors with a glimpse into fine arts, architecture, and design, drawing primarily from the institution's extensive collections. Its main theme is the dual face of the city – on one side, the modern industrial Zlín associated with the Baťa company, and on the other side, Zlín connected with nature, the countryside, and traditions. It is the contrast between these two worlds that forms the foundation of the entire exhibition.

Riegrovy Sady was taken over by the hockey World Championship. Fans can look forward to a Watch Party with the podcast Puck then Beer.

Prague's Rieger Gardens come alive with a large fan Watch Party during the Ice Hockey World Championship. In the special Nordic Spirit fan zone, fans can watch broadcasts of the Czech national team's matches on big screens, enjoy the accompanying program of the podcast "Puk then beer," and meet significant guests from the hockey world, such as Jakub Voráček.

Soul Union Festival 2026: Self-Care that Helps Others

On Saturday, August 15, 2026, the historic Gabriel Loci complex in Prague's Smíchov will once again transform into a space full of movement, music, inspiration, and inner peace. The Kapka naděje Foundation is organizing the charity festival Soul Union here, which connects mental health care with support for a good cause.

Beats for Love Special – exclusive shows you can't miss

Beats for Love is not just about a strong line-up. Every year, it also brings moments that go beyond the classic festival experience – special projects, unique collaborations, and premieres that turn an ordinary performance into something exceptional. This is exactly what the Beats for Love Special concept encompasses, which in 2026 will offer several performances that will be exceptional not only for their lineup but also for their format.

Music in the vineyards is expanding. It will also be heard in Mělník!

In the last season, Kutná Hora was added to the map of Music in the Vineyards, and this year the series of open-air concerts has expanded by two new locations. One of them, the Czech one, is literally a noble stop. In collaboration with the Mělník winery Chateau Mělník at Mělník Castle, the organizers will bring five musical shows to the banks of the Elbe River in the pilot year.

Comic-Con Prague 2027 will welcome the host of Believe It or Not and a legendary comic book author. It is also preparing a new HERO category of tickets.

The largest Czech pop culture festival will return to Prague's O₂ universe for the eighth time. Comic-Con Prague 2027 will take place from April 16 to 18, 2027, and will offer three days full of movies, series, sci-fi, fantasy, comics, games, and meetings with domestic and international guests. The organizers are now revealing the first stars of next year's edition and also announcing several novelties, including the expansion of festival spaces and a new limited HERO ticket category.
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