Witches' Night Parade
This ancient folk event marking the end of winter is a mix of Halloween and May Day. A lantern parade culminating in burning an effigy of a witch are all part of this unusual festival.
A Museum from Basement to Attic
From 7/9/2021 - 12/31/2025
Dive into the 'Museum from the Cellar to the Attic' exhibition that animates the National Museum's very fabric through its collection. Its profound narrative incorporates diverse viewpoints, engaging figures, under-explored themes, and a rejuvenating pass from a stand it's-gone-by within specially curated, historical display cases.
Emil Holub
From 4/28/2023 - 4/20/2025
The Emil Holub exhibition explores the explorations and ethnographic studies of this renowned South African explorer, organized into four interactive displays focusing on his bold African adventures, historical backdrop, target collection, and acclaimed display in Prague. A haven for devout truth seekers, the show highlights ethnographic artifacts, natural history treasures, various media presentations, including restored film footage, offering attendees a multi-dimensional experience crashing into rich history through digital applications.
Antonín Dvořák 120 years
From 9/13/2023 - 4/27/2025
Experience a special exhibition celebrating the Antonn Dvok Archive's recognition by UNESCO's International Register of Memory of the World. It's a haven for music enthusiasts, housing Dvok's manuscripts, personal mementos, and first editions among its collection of 9,000 aged otalgia pieces.
100 Years of the French Collection
From 10/17/2023 - 10/17/2026
The "100 Years of the French Collection" event commemorates the centennial of Czechoslovakia's landmark acquisition of French art, initially facilitated by President Tomáš Garrigu Masaryk. This acquisition reflected the deep cultural connection between the young Central European state and France, enriching state art collections with works by iconic artists such as Georges Braque, Paul Cézanne, and Claude Monet. Celebrated by the National Gallery Prague through an international conference and various public events, the collection's masterpieces are prominently displayed in the Trade Fair Palace, with an audio guide available to enhance the visitor experience.
Na turné (On tour)
From 11/24/2023 - 8/31/2025
Na Turné at the Czech Museum of Music invites visitors on a fascinating journey through the world of musical travel, from the adventures of wandering performers to the meticulously planned tours of global stars. The exhibition showcases rare artifacts, including Antonín Dvořák’s ship ticket to New York, Ema Destinnová’s passport, and unique travel diaries. Visitors will discover the whimsical stories behind itineraries, instruments designed for easy transport, and even musical encounters in unexpected places. With a blend of history, humor, and nostalgia, the exhibit explores how music transcends borders, connecting artists and audiences across time and space.
Anselm Kiefer: Early Works
From 1/1/2024 - 4/27/2025
This exhibition celebrates Antonn Dvok's induction into UNESCO's Memory of the World Register through a comprehensive demonstration cohesive with his life timeline. Attendees will be intrigued by the enriching deployments inside such as valuable manuscripts, personal objects, candid photos, replica documents presenting famously performed written communications, sheet music, and other significant paperwork.
The Renewed Beauty of the Theatrical Costumes of Smetana's Operas
From 3/1/2024 - 2/28/2025
This exhibition, proudly displaying original historical opera costumes from the esteemed composer's collection, draws back the curtain to reveal the intricate restoration needs of these captivating garments. The meticulously restored costumesstellar pieces from legendary operas such as The Bartered Bride, Dalibor, and Libuseare complemented by photographs, stage designs, ornate shoelaces, and brass headbands from bygone eras.
Vietnam Near and Far
From 4/30/2024 - 12/31/2025
Explore a captivating exhibit that intertwines traditional Vietnamese culture with vibrant history and modern influences, presented through striking documentary photos and informative infographics. Guests will explore enriching Czech-Vietnamese relationships through a collection of artifacts such as everyday items, decor, jewelry, and musical instruments, flanked with archive documentation against a backdrop of multimedia features highlighting societal conflicts and the ongoing equilibrium-seeking dance of tradition and modernity.
1924 - 1974 - 2024: Prague Fair Palace
From 9/27/2024 - 3/31/2025
The eye-catching public exhibition celebrates a hundred years of Prague's famous Fair Palace, reflecting it`s fascinating metamorphosis after a notorious blaze through stimulating visual changes. Visitors can discern history through a meticulously curated series of photos, stirring captions, and a typographic collage embodying the Fair Palace's dynamic business legacy.
Libuše Jarcovjáková
From 9/27/2024 - 3/31/2025
Plunge into the artistic odyssey of a celebrated photographer through a huge retrospective exhibition. Patrons are encouraged to examine topics of identity, love, intimacy, and freedom brilliantly rising from her monochrome images, colorful photos, broad-ranging topics, and starkly honest self-portraits.
Vlastislav Hofman: Rhythm of Composition and Interior and Design of Cubism
From 10/18/2024 - 3/30/2025
Explore the unique realm of Czech Cubism at an engaging exhibition celebrating the influential artist, Vlastislav Hofman's birth 140 years ago and death 60 years ago. Bold pieces collected from Prague's Museum of Applied Arts, which exemplify Hoffman's unique approach to transforming complex compositions into assembled patterns, offer a cross-section glimpse into the European avant-garde movement of the period - a visual treat for seasoned art enthusiasts and absoulte amateurs alike.
Paolo Venini and His Workshop: Venetian Glass 1934 - 1959
From 11/14/2024 - 3/2/2025
Experience an amazing blend of culture and art at the Venetian glass exhibition, featuring the exceptional works of notable Murano artist Paolo Venini from the period 1934-1959. The exhibition not only showcases Venini's works but also displays pieces from his collaborators including Tobia Scarpa, Charles Lin Tissot, Gio Ponti, Riccardo Licata, and Ken Scottbrilliantly capturing Italy's rise in contemporary glass production thanks to private collections' loans.
The Unsettled Soul
From 11/28/2024 - 4/28/2025
"The Unsettled Soul" marks the first solo exhibition of Chiharu Shiota in the Czech Republic, highlighting the work of this internationally acclaimed Japanese artist. Known for her profound installations that explore themes of life, death, and human connection, Shiota’s large-scale thread installations intertwine with various objects and memorabilia to evoke the interplay of presence and absence. The exhibition also encompasses her work in drawing, sculpture, photography, and video, offering a comprehensive look at her multifaceted artistic practice.
Józef Koudelka Ruins
From 12/4/2024 - 3/30/2025
This exhibit showcases renowned photographer Josef Koudelka's stirring panoramas, captured between 1991 and 2017 across the Mediterranean. Attendees will delve into historical ruins, industrialization, environmental interactions, and temporality, all interpreted through Koudelka's discerning eye, incumbent with deep reflections on ancient strength, resilience, and the downfall of civilizations.
Slavia Prague vs. FC Banik Ostrava
On 2/15/2025
Get your tickets to see FC Banik Ostrava play.
Jesus Christ Superstar
On 2/14/2025
This rock opera is loosely based on the gospel accounts of Jesus Christ. The opera's music was composed by Andrew Lloyd Webber, while Tim Rice wrote the lyrics. In the beginning, the opera was released as an album. The success of the album led to several stage shows, including Broadway.
Obscura
On 2/26/2025
Obscura is a technical death metal band founded in 2002 by vocalist and guitarist Steffen Kummerer. Their biggest hits include "Akróasis," "The Anticosmic Overload," and "Septuagint."
The Devil Wears Prada
On 2/8/2025
The Devil Wears Prada, with their intense, atmospheric metalcore sound, are one of the most influential band in modern heavy music. Formed in 2005, the Dayton, Ohio-based quintet quickly set their sights on the national heavy music scene.
Jeremy Loops
On 2/14/2025
Jeremy Thomas Hewitt, known professionally as Jeremy Loops, is a singer-songwriter and record producer from South Africa. His music explores several genres including funk, jazz, pop, soul and hip-hop. Some of his most popular singles are "Better Together," "Down South" and "Vultures."
David Kushner
On 2/23/2025
David Kushner is acclaimed for his critically acclaimed rock and pop songs, featuring vibrant, catchy lyrics and cutting-edge production. His smash hit singles include "Don't Leave Me Alone," "One More Try," and "Dream Again," all of which have been praised for their ingenuity in true Kushner style. Kushner's music has become a symbol of hope and resilience in tumultuous times, and he continues to create inspiring music with incredible vigor.
Cyndi Lauper
On 2/23/2025
Cyndi Lauper is a legendary American singer, songwriter, and actress known for her distinctive voice and eclectic style. She rose to fame in the 1980s with hits like "Girls Just Want to Have Fun" and "Time After Time," and has since become an enduring pop culture icon. Lauper's career spans over four decades, during which she has won numerous awards and continues to inspire with her music and activism.
Loreen
On 2/27/2025
Loreen catapulted to international stardom with her captivating Eurovision-winning anthem "Euphoria," blending ethereal vocals with an electrifying stage presence. This Swedish sensation continues to enchant audiences worldwide, proving that her artistry is much more than a fleeting moment—it's an enduring journey.
Animals As Leaders
On 3/4/2025
The instrumental progressive metal band Animals As Leaders hails from Washington DC. Their most successful studio albums include The Joy of Motion and The Madness of Many which peaked at number one on the Billboard Hard Rock chart.
Dean Lewis
On 3/4/2025
Dean Lewis is a singer-songwriter from Australia best known for his seven-time Platinum single "Waves" from 2016 and the eleven-time Platinum number one single "Be Alright" from 2018. His debut studio album A Place We Knew was released in 2019.