St. Martin's Day celebrations in Prague 2025

Martinmas, the feast of St. Martin of Tours is traditionally celebrated on November 11.

St. Martin was a Roman Catholic saint, the bishop of Tours, who lived in the years 316 – 397. The most- repeated story about his life says that while he was a soldier, he encountered a scantily dressed beggar at the gate of the city of Amiens. He cut his military woolen cloak in half and shared it with the freezing man. The following night he had a vision of Jesus Christ, surrounded by Angels, and arrayed in the half of the cloak. As a consequence of the experience, he received baptism, left the army and became a monk.
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People in the Czech republic associate the feast with the onset of winter and snow.  There are a lot of proverbs in Czech, which feature predictions for the winter weather. According to the most popular saying, the first snowfall of the season can be expected on this day since Martin may arrive on his white horse.

St. Martin´s celebrations are particularly popular with children, who create colourful handmade lanterns. After darkness falls, kids participate in lantern processions and sing songs. The candles in the lanterns flicker and the kid´s eyes are brimming with excitement. The parades are organized in many Prague quarters and locations including Riegrovy sady and Vyšehrad fortress. See the list of events and best things to do for kids on St. Martin´s day in Prague. It is a tradition to eat roast goose because a flock of geese betrayed St. Martin´s hiding place as he was trying to hide from the people, who wanted to make him a bishop. In Prague it is customary to drink young wine called St. Martin´s wine (Svatomartinské). The Prague Botanic garden annually offers the tasting of young wine from St. Claire´s vineyard.  Lively celebrations take place on the Vltava river bank, in Náplavka, and include music, traditional culinary delights, fantastic wine and breathtaking views of the city. See the list of food and drink events in Prague below or check special menus, dates of celebrations and tastings in “What´s on in Prague”.

Goose Feast at Deer Restaurant
8 – 11.11. 2025
Michalská 19, Prague 1
The popular gastronomic destination in the heart of historic Prague, Restaurant Deer, located just steps away from Old Town Square, invites you to celebrate St. Martin’s Day with a special Goose Feast. Under the direction of chef Lubomír Dolejš, Deer offers refined seasonal cuisine that perfectly combines tradition and creativity.
From November 8 to 11, 2025, guests can indulge in an exclusive goose menu, available either as individual courses or as a complete tasting experience. The culinary journey begins with a goose terrine with chanterelles, pancetta, herbs, and quail egg, served with green pea purée, pickled vegetables, and ponzu sauce. Continue with a traditional goose soup featuring liver dumplings, root vegetables, and noodles.

The main course offers a succulent goose leg confit with red cabbage stewed in port wine, caramelized apples, butter gnocchi, Viennese onion, and red cabbage powder. To finish, enjoy assorted St. Martin’s mini cakes — a sweet and symbolic conclusion to this festive meal.

The tasting menu is priced at 1,295 CZK, and can be savored in the elegant year-round atrium or the intimate Jay Room. A delightful seasonal experience you won’t want to miss.
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La Gare Restaurants – A Refined St. Martin’s Feast

8 – 16.11. 2025
At La Gare, Les Moules, and Pivovar U Supa, the arrival of St. Martin is celebrated with irresistible gourmet flair. From November 8 to 16, guests can indulge in traditional goose dishes with a French touch – from rich kaldoun soup and foie gras pâté to confit goose leg, grilled breast with herb stuffing, and inventive specialties like tarte flambée with pulled goose or goose-filled ravioli. Each restaurant offers its own refined twist on this beloved Czech tradition, making La Gare Group one of the top choices in Prague for an unforgettable St. Martin’s feast.
https://www.garerestaurants.cz/

St. Martin’s Goose at The Monkey Bar
10–17.11. 2025
The Monkey Bar, Opletalova 21, Prague 1
The Monkey Bar invites guests to celebrate St. Martin’s Day in its signature “urban jungle” style, offering the traditional St. Martin’s Goose with a creative twist. From November 10th to 17th, visitors can indulge in a special lunch menu served daily from 11:30 a.m. to 3 p.m., featuring refined dishes such as Goose Pâté with Foie Gras, fluffy Bao Buns filled with pulled goose, and Grilled White Cabbage with miso glaze and spicy bean purée. The experience begins with a rich beef broth and ends sweetly with soft vanilla cream buns — all enjoyed in a cozy, heated green oasis just steps from Prague’s Main Station. Guests can also complement their feast with Monkey Bar’s popular brunch classics and bottomless Mimosas, Cherry Bellinis, or a seasonal Japanese Winter Punch.
https://monkeybarprague.com/

St. Martin's Feast at Masaryčka

November 7-12, 2025, from 11:30 AM to 11:30 PM
Masaryčka restaurant, Havlíčkova 1014/2
At Masaryčka Restaurant, located near Masaryk Station, St. Martin’s Day will be celebrated in true gourmet style from November 7 to 12. Guests can look forward to a festive menu featuring duck rillettes with onion chutney and cranberries (199 Kč), a comforting goose broth with liver dumplings (119 Kč), a tender goose leg confit served with red cabbage and dumplings (539 Kč), and a sweet finale of chocolate brownie with walnuts and orange sauce (149 Kč). Surrounded by the warm autumn atmosphere of Masaryčka’s elegant interior, it’s the perfect place to welcome winter and indulge in traditional Czech flavours with a modern touch. Come warm up, savour the flavours of the season and raise a glass to the arrival of winter!
www.masaryckarestaurace.cz

St. Martin’s Goose at Fly Vista
7 – 11 November 2025 from11:30 a.m. – 10:30 p.m.
Národní 26, Prague 1

Fly Vista invites guests to celebrate St. Martin’s Day in style with a special five-course goose menu crafted by chef Karel Caldr. Served in the elegant rooftop setting overlooking Prague, this exclusive dining experience combines traditional flavours with a touch of modern gastronomy. The menu includes delicacies such as goose croquette with potato foam, foie gras crème brûlée, rich goose soup, confit goose leg with caramelized red cabbage and potato dumplings, and sweet poppy seed dumplings with buttermilk. The festive menu is available for a special price of 1,650 CZK. 
https://flyvista.cz/en

Letna goose and tasting of St. Martin's wine 
15. 11. 2025 from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. 
The National Museum of Agriculture

At the National Museum of Agriculture, “Letenská Goose & St. Martin’s Wine Tasting” will take place on November 15, 2025, from 10:00 to 17:00, offering visitors a rich program of gastronomic specialties, tastings of St. Martin’s and young wines from leading Moravian and Czech producers, live cimbalom music, and a fun children’s program.

In addition, the event features a culinary workshop (11:00–16:00), where attendees will prepare a full St. Martin’s menu — goose soup, rolled goose leg, and snow crescents — under the guidance of skilled chefs, and a guided wine tasting (11:30 & 14:30) led by a sommelier, lasting about 60 minutes and open to both wine enthusiasts and curious newcomers (tickets available online).
www.nzm.cz

St. Martin's festivities and roast goose at the Rasinovo riverfront
8.11. 2025 from 11 a.m. to 9 p.m. 
Farmers' Market, Rašínovo nábřeží, Prague 1
On November 8, 2025, Rašínovo nábřeží at Náplavka comes alive with the St. Martin’s Festival and Roast Goose, a full-day celebration from 10:00 to 21:00. Visitors can taste the first young Czech and Moravian wines of the year, enjoy roast goose with dumplings and cabbage alongside goose delicacies, and soak up the festive atmosphere with live cimbalom music and jazz. A tasting glass (150 CZK, including a card and pencil for notes) opens the door to exploring wines from many producers, while food stalls and entertainment guarantee a lively experience by the riverbank. Entry is free.
www.svatomartinskeslavnosti.cz


Karlin Goose Festival

9. 11. 2025 from 11:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m
Karlín Square, Prague 9
On Sunday, November 9, Karlín Square will host the Karlín Goose Festival, celebrating the spirit of St. Martin’s Day with a festive twist. Visitors can indulge in a wide array of goose-based delicacies paired with young and St. Martin’s wines from top Czech wineries. The day will be livened by live music and fun programs for both children and adults—making it a perfect autumn outing. Entry is free, so bring your appetite and holiday cheer.
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St. Martin's Day Festivities and Roast goose at the Kubáň Farmers market
8.11. 2025 10:00 - 16:00 from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Kubáň Farmers' Market, Kubánské náměstí, Prague 10
The organiser of the farmer´s market at naplavka, the Archetype Association, invites visitors to celebrate the feast of St. Martina and taste St. Martin's wines from Moravia and Bohemia. In addition to live music and a rich selection of St. Martin's wines, visitors can enjoy goose delicacies such as traditional roast goose with dumplings and red cabbage, goose burger, ragout or roasted goose liver.
Free entry.
www.svatomartinskeslavnosti.cz

St. Martin's Day Lantern Procession at Vyšehrad
11.11. 2025, from 4:00 PM to 6:30 PM
Vyšehrad, Purkrabství Building
The Prague Scout Center Maják is once again hosting the traditional St. Martin's Day Lantern Procession at Vyšehrad. The main program and start of the procession will take place at the Purkrabství building in the royal precinct. Program includes children's Game from 4.00 PM, children's Prayer: at the Rotunda of St. Martin (4:30 PM) and the procession (start at Purkrabství in the royal precinct at 5:00 PM). The rotunda will be open for viewing from 2:00 PM throughout the afternoon. Warm tea and a few spare lanterns will be available on-site, but bringing your own is recommended.
www.praha-vysehrad.cz

St. Martin's Celebrations at Jiriho z Podebrad square
15.11.2025 from 8 a.m. to 7 p.m.
Jiriho z Podebrad square, Prague 3
Saint Martin Celebrations at Jiriho z Podebrad square will be held on Saturday, November 11 from 8 a.m. to 7 p.m. Winemakers will present young domestic wines and chefs will serve traditional roast goose as well as a wide selection of goose specialties. The celebrations include live music and a fun program for children - creative workshops and theater performances throughout the day. Free entry.
https://praha10.cz/

St. Martin's Day Celebrations
15.11. 2025, from 2:00 PM
Svatopluk Čech Square
Celebrate St. Martin’s Day and taste the fresh young wines of the year at Svatopluk Čech Square! Enjoy an afternoon filled with activities for both children and adults, stalls offering young wines, and typical St. Martin’s treats like St. Martin’s rolls, goose pâtés, and traditional Czech pastries.
The event will also feature music from the Pernica Cimbalom Band with dancers. Kids can join themed workshops to play a St. Martin’s puzzle game and receive a herb to place in a tea bag, which they can then decorate. Throughout the afternoon, along with wine tastings and refreshments, there will be opportunities to roast apples or sausages over an open fire with the kids.
praha10.cz

Saint Martin's celebrations at Liboc Archeological Park
08. 11. 2025 11:00–16:00
Archeopark Liboc, V Domcích 29, Prague 6
The St. Martin's celebrations in the Liboc Archeological Park include a performance of the Xth Legion of the Roman Army, the traditional St. Martin's goose and refreshments as well as the demonstrations of historical weapons. Among other things, an example from the life of St. Martin presented by members of the Xth Legion, examples of Roman army training, weapons and armour. You can taste St. Martin's goose and other traditional delicacies, St. Martin's wine and special beer.
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