What to do this weekend in Prague: Best events for Aug. 22–24

Kristýna & Marek Milde: Volání lesa at Kunsthalle Praha is nearing its final act; there are only a few days before it closes on Aug. 31. The exhibition uses sculpture, installation, animation, and collage to explore the complex bond between urban environments and forests. In their work, the artists transform everyday objects and work directly with materials.

Štřelecký ostrov will turn into a true paradise for wine lovers, as the island hosts the World Wine Festival this weekend. Taste your way through wines from New Zealand, South Africa, Canada, Georgia, Sicily, Portugal, France, Austria, Slovakia, and Moravia, many from small family wineries you won’t find anywhere else. Alongside the pours, expect modern gastronomy, themed competitions, and live music.

This weekend, groove into golden hour at a sunset session that’s pure soul food for the ears. As the sun dips, DJs aláya, Atlaskin, Adamatron, and Petrunna will spin vibey sets in the outdoor area of Bike Jesus. As the night deepens, the vibe moves indoors from 10 p.m. (for CZK 200).

Today, on the anniversary of the Warsaw Pact invasion, the compelling Czech political thriller Waves (“Vlny”) is screening at two Prague venues: the intimate Kino 35 and Port7 Holešovice. Directed by Jiří Mádl, the film plunges into the harrowing story of Czechoslovak radio journalists battling censorship during the Prague Spring, creating gripping drama that feels as urgent today as it was over half a century ago. Both venues are screening the film with English subtitles.

Get ready for one of Prague’s most adrenaline-pumping events this weekend: the Red Bull Steep Street 2025 descends upon Žitomírská Street in Vršovice on Saturday. Watch elite skateboarders from around the world tackle a steep, San Francisco–style downhill course peppered with creative obstacles. With free admission and only limited prime viewing spots, arriving early is key to catching every thrilling moment live.

This Saturday, Prague Zoo is turning up the excitement for International Orangutan Day, offering a rare chance to see these critically endangered apes shine in a playful and engaging environment. Visitors can enjoy guided encounters at 11 a.m., 12 p.m., 1 p.m., and 2 p.m., while the 'Jungle Adventure' play station invites families to explore orangutan lives through games and interactive learning

Mark your calendars for Castle Night (Hradozámecká noc), a truly magical farewell to summer as over 120 historic castles, chateaus, and monuments across the Czech Republic stay open after dark on Saturday. In Prague, the enchanted evening unfolds at sites like the Gardens under Prague Castle, Wallenstein Palace, and Invalidovna, offering torchlit guided tours, musical performances, costumed storytelling, and theatrical magic in spaces not usually open to the public.