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Where to Celebrate St. Martin’s Day: Four Spots for Goose and Wine

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With November here, it’s time for St. Martin’s Day, a celebration filled with traditional roast goose and young wine. If you’re looking to enjoy this festive meal without cooking, we’ve compiled a list of top spots in Prague where you can…

Prague Limits Free Parking for Electric Cars Despite Only 1% Share

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As Prague’s electric car numbers rise, free parking for these vehicles will end this year. The main reason behind this policy change is the steady increase in electric vehicle (EV) registrations, especially in Prague and the Central…

Friday, Nov 1

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

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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…

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Prague’s Pub Crawl Ban Redirects UK Partygoers to Portugal

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Portugal could see a ‘big spike’ in stag and hen parties arriving from the UK in 2025 following Prague’s decision to ban pub crawls. Organized pub crawls are set to be banned in the Czech capital from 10 pm until 6 am in a bid to curb…

Two Pedestrians Hit by Tram in Prague, Hospitalized in Critical Condition

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A serious tram accident disrupted public transport in central Prague on Friday morning, leaving two pedestrians in critical condition. According to the police report, the accident occurred when a man and a woman were struck by a tram on…

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Join Movember: A Moustache Movement to Support Men’s Health

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On November 1, 2024, Movember officially kicks off—a global movement spotlighting the prevention of prostate cancer, testicular cancer, and men’s mental health. What started as a small initiative among a few Australian surfers has since…

Wednesday, Oct 30

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Prague Shakespeare Company Celebrates 17 Years with “The Merchant of Venice”

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Prague Shakespeare Company (PSC), the Czech Republic’s professional English-language theatre, is marking its 17th year alongside a 10-year anniversary of its partnership with Národní divadlo by premiering Shakespeare’s The Merchant of…

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Prague Unveils New Street in the City Center Amid Masaryk Station Transformation

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Prague 1 welcomes U Horské brány Street—a short but historically significant stretch created as part of the ongoing transformation around Masaryk Station. Running from the intersection of Hybernská and Opletalova streets, this street sets…

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Expat Next Door: Alessandro Testa from Italy

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Alessandro Testa, an Italian Associate Professor at Charles University in Prague, has spent his career navigating the complexities of academic life across Europe. His latest achievement? Landing a visiting professorship at one of the…

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Prague’s Overcrowded Streets: 940 Vehicles Per 1,000 Residents

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A newly released report from Prague’s Technical Road Administration (TSK) sheds light on the car congestion situation in the Czech capital. According to the data, there are now almost as many vehicles in Prague as there are residents. For…

Tuesday, Oct 29

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Ending Period Poverty in Czech Schools? New Initiative by People in Need Expands

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Period poverty has become an urgent issue in the Czech Republic, and many schools are stepping up to tackle it. Starting after the autumn holidays, free menstrual products will be provided in the bathrooms of 60 schools nationwide, thanks…

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Czechia Signs Historic Treaty on Relations with the Vatican

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The Czech Republic signed a treaty with the Vatican, ensuring religious freedom and recognising Catholic marriages. It needs parliamentary approval to take effect. The Czech Republic signed a treaty on Thursday regarding its relations with…

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November 11: St. Martin’s Procession to be Held on the Charles Bridge

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Charles Bridge Museum together with the City of Prague is holding St. Martin’s celebrations on Saturday 11th November. The celebration will start at 11:11 am. On this day, Czechs traditionally roast a goose and at exactly 11:11 they open…

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Discover Japanese Pizza at This New Restaurant in Prague

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A slice of Osaka has arrived in Prague’s Holešovice district with the opening of Okonomiyaki Izakaya Matsuri, a brand-new Japanese eatery specializing in okonomiyaki, a savory pancake often referred to as “Japanese pizza.” Located at…

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Wenceslas Square Welcomes Reopening of Art Nouveau Hotel Evropa

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After nearly a decade of closure, the historic Hotel Evropa on Wenceslas Square reopens today as W Prague, joining the global W Hotels luxury network managed by Marriott. The iconic Art Nouveau hotel, which closed its doors in 2013, has…

Monday, Oct 28

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Opera Star Angela Gheorghiu to Perform in Prague on November 16

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Internationally renowned soprano Angela Gheorghiu is set to perform in Prague on November 16, promising a memorable evening for opera enthusiasts in the Czech capital. Known for her magnetic stage presence and exceptional vocal range,…

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Airline Tickets to Increase Under New EU Environmental Rules

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In the coming months, airline ticket prices are set to rise across Europe. Due to new European Union regulations, airlines will soon be required to use more environmentally friendly fuel, a switch that will impact ticket prices and tour…

Saturday, Oct 26

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October 28th: Which Shops and Shopping Centers Will Be Open or Closed?

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On October 28, 2024, Czechia commemorates Independence Day, marking the founding of an independent Czechoslovakia. This year, the holiday falls on a Monday, and many stores across the country will be impacted by legal closures. According…

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Apply Now for Econverse Prague: The First International Startup Competition for Students!

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Are you ready to turn your entrepreneurial dreams into reality? Econverse Prague, the first-ever international edition of Econverse, offers young innovators like you a chance to showcase your ideas, gain essential business skills, and…

Andrea Bocelli is Heading Back to Prague, with Special Guests to Join Him

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Italian tenor Andrea Bocelli is set to return to Prague for the eighth time, bringing his world-renowned voice to the O2 Arena in early 2026. The January 23rd concert promises an evening of musical mastery as the Czech National Symphony…

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Brighter than Ever: 110 Animal Sculptures Light Up Prague Zoo

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Prague Zoo is bringing the magic of winter to life with its debut exhibition of Garden of Lights, featuring 110 lit sculptures representing 33 different animal species. Along with a variety of glowing decorations and interactive…

Friday, Oct 25

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Historic Last Flight: Czech Airlines Bids Farewell after a Century of Service

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On Saturday, October 26, Czech Airlines (ČSA) will complete its final flight as an independent company, marking the end of a 101-year legacy. Flight OK767 from Paris to Prague will conclude an era in Czech aviation. Preceding this final…

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Fusion of Flavors: NUMARU Brings Korean Cuisine with a Twist to Prague

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In the center of Prague’s dynamic culinary scene, NUMARU offers a taste of Korea like no other. With a passion for Korean food that traces back to his roots, founder Roy opened his first restaurant in 2017, driven by a longing for the…

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These are the Oldest Photographs of Prague

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The oldest known photograph of Prague was captured in 1856 by Andreas Groll, an Austrian photographer known for his dedication to documenting historic monuments. Some of Groll’s photographs are thought to date back even further, to 1855,…

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A Bold Experiment: Prague City to Give Homeless People CZK 100,000 Each

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What would happen if a homeless individual received CZK 100,000 with no restrictions on its use? The answer to this question may become clear in about a year as Prague City embarks on an ambitious social experiment, the New Leaf Czech…

Thursday, Oct 24

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Mystery Meets Techno: Gabriel Loci Monastery’s Hosts Sound’s Last Event

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The last chapter of a mysterious rave in the monastery will open on November 1st… Once again and for the very last time Sound invites all the Prague ravers to step into the eclectic and mysterious realm of St. Gabriel monastery. The…

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Shakespeare’s ‘The Merchant of Venice’ Returns to Prague’s Estates Theatre

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American-Jewish Actor Irwin Appel Speaks About Playing Shylock in Prague Shakespeare Company’s The Merchant of Venice at the Estates Theatre Prague Shakespeare Company (PSC), the professional English-language theatre of the Czech Republic,…

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Weekend Travel Alert: Major Tram and Metro Disruptions in Prague

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Heading to Prague’s city center this weekend? Brace yourself for significant public transportation interruptions. Starting Thursday, October 24th, and running through Monday, October 28th, some tram and metro services will be disrupted due…

Wednesday, Oct 23

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Oscar-Winning Composer Hans Zimmer to Perform in Prague Next year

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Famed composer Hans Zimmer, who won Academy Awards for ‘The Lion King’ and ‘Dune’, and whose iconic scores for ‘Pirates of the Caribbean’, ‘Gladiator’, will perform at Prague’s O2 Arena on November 11, 2025. Tickets start at 1,790 CZK and…

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Cold Weather and Snow at Lower Altitudes Possible Next Week in Czechia

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Czechia is set to experience a drop in temperatures next week, with the possibility of snow, even at lower altitudes, for the first time this season. Meteorologists warn that the pleasant autumn weather we’ve enjoyed recently will soon be…