The Czech Republic welcomes spring with a lively tradition of Easter markets and regional celebrations. In Prague, the city’s most popular markets gather in Old Town Square, Wenceslas Square and Republic Square, where visitors can browse wooden toys, handcrafted puppets, delicate lace and brightly painted eggs. Artisans demonstrate traditional crafts such as candle making while stalls serve hearty seasonal food and live music and folk dance bring the squares to life. For a unique experience, special steam train excursions run from Prague to historic sites like Křivoklát Castle and Silesian Ostrava Castle, where local Easter festivities and markets are held.
In Brno, the International Music Festival features the Easter Festival of Sacred Music from March 20 to April 3. Choirs, soloists and orchestras perform in atmospheric historic venues, including the Baroque Church of St. John and the Basilica of the Assumption of the Virgin Mary, offering a program of sacred works and choral repertoire suited to the season. The festival provides a chance to hear both local ensembles and visiting musicians in settings that highlight the region’s musical heritage.
In the Moravian Wallachia region, the open-air Little Wooden Town in the village of Rožnov hosts a lively Easter program from March 26 to 28. Folklore groups and traditional ensembles stage performances amidst the museum’s historic buildings, while local dulcimer bands create a warm, authentic atmosphere. Visitors can watch demonstrations of regional crafts, including the painting of kraslice (Easter eggs), the making of tatar (decorative Easter sticks), and the use of rapáč ratchets. Birch twig whisks, whistles and other folk items are also made and explained by local craftsmen, preserving old customs and inviting visitors to join in the celebrations.
Across the Czech Republic, Easter events blend market stalls, live music, sacred concerts and hands-on craft demonstrations. Whether exploring Prague’s bustling squares, attending an intimate sacred-music performance in Brno’s historic churches, or experiencing the folk traditions of Moravian Wallachia, travelers can enjoy a rich mix of culture, food and seasonal customs that mark the arrival of spring.
