BEST EATS
Vinobraní
Burčák, Moravian wines, sekt, rosé, and local eats from langoš to hamburgers will be in abundance across the city as it comes alive for the 2025 vinobraní (wine harvest) season. The festivities will continue into the month, with four big events taking place this weekend.
- Vinohradské vinobraní – Žižkov Tower – Sept. 12–13
- Vinobraní na Vinici sv. Kláry – St. Clare's Vineyard – Sept. 13–14
- Trojské vinobraní – Troja Castle – Sept. 13
- Karlínské vinobraní – Karlín Market – Sept. 14
TIP: Travel south-east of Prague to the edge of the Czech border to experience one of the biggest folk and wine-making festivals in the heart of the Slovácko region. Take part in a traditional costume parade that draws thousands every year at the XXII. Slovácko Wine and Open Monuments Festival running Sept. 13–14.
BEST ART
Czech Design Week
Czech Design Week is back for its 12th edition, with exhibitions of cutting-edge furniture, fashion, jewelry, interior design and more at Galerie Mánes, Clam-Gallas Palace, and pop-ups in public spaces across the city such as Café Slavia. One basic ticket will grant you access to all the main venues plus lectures and an accompanying program.
Date: Sept. 11–14
Location: Various locations
Admission: From CZK 300
Tickets/info: www.czechdesignweek.com
BEST BEATS
Podzim klepe na ostrov
As part of the vinobraní and autumnal festivities, Střelecký island is putting on a show with live performances all weekend, accompanied by wine and street food feasts. The musicians hail from different parts of the globe and will be playing each afternoon 'til late, Friday through Sunday.
Date: Sept. 12–14
Location: Střelecký island
Admission: Free
Tickets/info: www.facebook.com
BEST SEATS
Mogwai
Glasgow post-rock legends Mogwai hit Lucerna Music Bar this Sunday. The band is known for their striking melodies and explosive atmospherics, best enjoyed live. Catch one of the most influential pioneers of the genre.
Date: Sept. 14
Location: Lucerna Music Bar
Admission: From CZK 976
Tickets/info: www.musicbar.cz
BEST FILM
Downton Abbey: The Grand Finale
You can still nab some tickets for the grand finale of the beloved Downton Abbey saga. The emotional filmic farewell to one of TV's most popular series will premiere at Edison Filmhub on Sunday.
Date: Sept. 14
Location: Edison Filmhub
Admission: CZK 180
Tickets/info: www.edisonfilmhub.cz
BEST FESTS
Experience America Differently 2025
An annual favorite among expats, Zažít Americkou jinak is a lively street festival that takes place on Americká and Záhřebská in Vinohrady. DJ sets, parades, and, of course, outstanding food and cocktails will be served up all day.
Date: Sept. 13
Location: Americká and Záhřebská in Vinohrady
Admission: Free
Tickets/info: www.zazitmestojinak.cz
BEST FOR FAMILIES
Lavrs Market
Browse through curated second-hand shops, discover Czech designer brands, and fuel it all with delicious street food, refreshing drinks, and beats from DJ's all weekend long at the Lavrs Market. There's a children's corner with face painting to entertain the little ones, all in the unique space of a former power plant in Holešovice.
Date: Sept. 12
Location: GARBE Holešovice
Admission: Free
More info: www.facebook.com
BEST OF THE REST
Oktoberfest in Riegrovy sady
Bavarian vibes will be dominating Riegrovy sady's beer garden from September 12–21, with ten full days of beer and bratwurst. Dive into classics like Paulaner and tank Pilsner Urquell, feast on pork knuckles, sausages, crispy pretzels, and sweet treats like kaiserschmarrn. Fun beer contests—think stein-holding and keg tapping—plus DJ sets will make for a vibrant Munich-meets-Prague experience.
Date: Through Sept. 21
Location: Energy PUB, Riegrovy sady
Admission: Free
More info: www.facebook.com

