Festivals and events in Prague in October 2026.
Designblok 2026, Veletržní Palace, Industrial Palace at Výstaviště, Museum of Decorative Arts, Prague Castle and other venues across Prague
6. 10. – 11. 10. 2026 | Open to the public 7–11 October
Designblok returns for its 28th edition in 2026, with Central Europe’s largest design and fashion festival exploring this year’s theme, Light – a symbol of knowledge, truth, hope and life. The festival will take visitors to several exceptional Prague venues, including the National Gallery Prague’s Veletržní Palace, the Museum of Decorative Arts, the Riding School of Prague Castle and the newly reopened Industrial Palace at Výstaviště. The programme will feature curated exhibitions, installations by leading designers and brands, fashion shows, emerging talent, discussions, workshops and Designblok Talks with prominent international figures from the worlds of design and architecture. The professional programme begins on 6 October, with Designblok open to the general public from 7 to 11 October 2026.
https://navystavisti.cz/
31st Břevnov Fair, area around Břevnov Monastery, Markétská 1, Prague 6
9. 10. – 11. 10. 2026
One of Prague 6’s most popular traditional celebrations returns for its 31st edition. Most stalls and fairground attractions will open on Friday afternoon, while the main festivities begin on Saturday. Visitors can enjoy roasted ribs, potato pancakes, cheeses, butcher’s specialities, burgers, shashlik, pancakes and many other treats, accompanied by craft beers, mead, wine, burčák and coffee. Břevnov Brewery will demonstrate medieval beer-making techniques, while a traditional Old Bohemian village will showcase historic crafts, some of which children can try themselves. Live music and entertainment will take place on the main stage throughout the weekend. On Saturday evening, a spectacular fire show will replace the traditional fireworks. Břevnov Monastery will remain accessible throughout the festival. Free admission.
www.spolekbrevnovskychzivnostniku.cz
4. 10. 2026 | 11:00–18:00
Karlínské náměstí will fill with the aromas and flavours of soups from the Czech Republic and around the world on Sunday, 4 October 2026. The Karlín Soup Festival will offer popular Czech classics such as potato soup, sauerkraut soup, kulajda, garlic soup and tripe soup, alongside international specialities including Vietnamese pho, French bouillabaisse and onion soup, Indian dhal and a variety of creamy soups and hearty broths. Live music, a DJ and entertainment for both children and adults will complement the food programme, making this a perfect opportunity to enjoy an autumn Sunday in Karlín and warm up with one of the many delicious soups on offer. Free admission.
https://www.facebook.com
Street Food and Wine at Chodov Fortress, Chodovská tvrz, Prague 11
3. 10. 2026 | 11:00–19:00
Street Food and Wine returns to the park at Chodov Fortress, once again combining international street food, good wine and a relaxed Saturday atmosphere. Visitors can look forward to burgers, tacos, wraps and chicken specialities, Asian noodles, wok dishes, gyoza and bao, Balkan and Italian cuisine, as well as waffles, mini doughnuts, pancakes, ice cream and other sweet treats. The drinks selection will include Moravian and Czech wines, Italian prosecco, burčák, craft beer, coffee and homemade lemonades. Outdoor seating, music and an accompanying programme will complete this family-friendly autumn food festival. Free admission.
https://chodovskatvrz.cz
Festival of Delicate Flavours, New Town Hall, Karlovo náměstí 1/23, Prague 2
4. 10. 2026 | 10:00–18:00
The Festival of Delicate Flavours returns to the historic courtyard of New Town Hall and the adjacent part of Charles Square on Sunday, 4 October 2026. This traditional autumn food festival will offer flavours from around the world, unusual and high-quality drinks, honest street food and both traditional and exotic specialities. Over the years, the festival has become a popular gastronomic event in central Prague, combining excellent food with the unique historic surroundings of New Town Hall and a relaxed autumn atmosphere. Free admission.
http://www.nrpraha.cz
Autumn Soup Festival – Polívkování, Smíchovská náplavka – Hořejší nábřeží, Prague 5
17. 10. 2026 | 11:00–18:00
Smíchovská náplavka will once again fill with the aromas of steaming soups from the Czech Republic and around the world on Saturday, 17 October 2026. The autumn Polívkování festival will serve Czech classics such as potato soup, kulajda and hearty broths alongside international favourites including Japanese ramen, Vietnamese pho, Malaysian laksa, French bouillabaisse, Moroccan harira and borscht. Vegetarian and vegan options will also be available, together with desserts and hot drinks. Music and riverside seating will add to the cosy autumn atmosphere. Free admission.
www.foodevent.cz
Dyzajn Market Autumn, Prague Exhibition Grounds, Prague 7
24. 10. – 25. 10. 2026 | 10:00–18:00
Dyzajn Market Autumn returns to Prague’s Výstaviště on 24–25 October 2026, bringing together around 200 independent designers and small brands, primarily from the Czech Republic but also from Slovakia, Hungary, Poland, Germany and Ukraine. Visitors can discover and buy original fashion, jewellery, porcelain, backpacks, handbags, accessories, toys, natural cosmetics, books and stationery directly from their creators. A street food festival will complement the design market with dishes from different world cuisines, speciality coffee, homemade lemonades and craft beer. Admission is free.
www.dyzajnmarket.com
