Best festivals in
the country

The Czech Republic is widely known for its many quality festivals and celebrations. The ones below are among the best. I present them in chronological order.

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Prague
Winter Festival

January. Symphony orchestra and chamber ensemble events. Also opera and ballet performances.

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Carodejnice  (witch night)

April 30 evening. In many cities. Also known as the "Night of the Witches". Sort of like Halloween. Bonfires and more.

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Prague
Spring Festival

Mid May to early June. Leading classical artists from around the world perform in cultural halls, theatres and churches.

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Straznice
Folklore Festival

June. Come here to enjoy lively traditional folk music and dance performances.

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Cesky Krumlov
Celebration
of the Rose

Mid June. Features period music and theatre performances plus medieval knight jousting and costumed jugglers and craftsmen.

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Basic Czech phrases

Czech cuisine

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