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Christmas with Prague City TourismChristmas Celebrations in PragueWalking tour of Prague, with explanations of Christmas customs and traditions.

Tour length: 2 hoursPrice: CZK 300 / personRoute: Old Town Square – Ungelt – Church of St Jacob – Ovocný trh – Estates Theatre – Příkopy – Můstek – Church of Our Lady of the Snows – Národní St. – Church of St Martin in the Wall – Betlémské Square – Church of St Giles – Old Town Hall Dates: December 5, 12, 19 and 26, 2015 at 2:00 p.m.Booking: tel. +420 236 002 569, email: guides@prague.eu

Detailed information, updated daily, about Christmas and New Year’s celebrations in Prague can be found at:Tourist Information Centre in the Old Town Hall, at Rytířská Street 12, on Wenceslas Square (on the corner of Štepánská Street), or at Václav Havel Airport Praguetel. +420 221 714 714e-mail: tourinfo@prague.eu

www.christmasinprague.com and www.prague.eu

Christmas MarketsWinter in Prague is closely tied to the magical holiday atmosphere. Live nativity scenes, traditional folk crafts and colourfully decorated Christmas trees create a fairy-tale holiday atmosphere on Prague’s most beautiful squares. Get your Christmas shopping done while sipping a cup of mulled wine or rum punch and nibbling on Christmas cookies.

1 Old Town Square, Prague 1 – Staré Město November 28, 2015 – January 6, 2016, Open daily 10:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m.

(food and drink kiosks until midnight) Christmas tree lighting ceremony November 28 between 5 and 6 p.m.

2 Wenceslas Square, Prague 1 – Nové Město November 28, 2015 – January 6, 2016, Open daily 10:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m.

(food and drink kiosks until midnight)

3 náměstí Republiky, Prague 1 – Nové Město November 25 – December 24, 2015, Open daily 10:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m.

4 Prague Castle, Prague 1 – Prague Castle November 28, 2015 – January 3, 2016, Open daily 9:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m.

5 náměstí Míru, Prague 2 – Vinohrady November 20 – December 24, 2015, Open daily 10:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m.

6 Tylovo náměstí, Prague 2 – Vinohrady November 23 – December 24, 2015, Open daily 10:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m.

7 Anděl – pedestrian zone, Prague 5 – Smíchov November 21 – December 23, 2015, Open daily 10:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m.

Christmas in Prague 2015

© Prague City Tourism, 11/2015Map: IPR PrahaEvents subject to change.

www.christmasinprague.comwww.prague.eu

New Year’s Eve at the State OperaJohann Strauss Jr. – Die Fledermaus, swing melodies and dancingDecember 31 at 7:00 p.m.

Czech Philharmonic New Year’s ConcertJanuary 1, 2016 at 8:00 p.m. in the Rudolfinum

New Year’s Concert – Prague Symphony Orchestra FOKJanuary 1, 2016 at 7:30 p.m. in the Municipal House

New Year’s Concert in the Church of St Nicholas in the Lesser TownJanuary 1, 2016 at 5:00 p.m.

Three Kings Pastorale in the Church of St Nicholas in the Lesser TownJanuary 2, 2016 at 5:00 p.m.

New Year’s FireworksPrague welcomes the year 2016 with a traditional fireworks display, which will be set off on January 1, 2016 at 6:00 p.m.

Procession of the Three KingsThe Three Kings on camels, accompanied by carollers collecting for the Three Kings Charity Drive, ride from the Church of St Thomas in the Lesser Town across Charles Bridge to Old Town Square to a live nativity scene where they present their gifts to the infant Jesus.

January 3, 2016 at 2:30 p.m.

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Christmas in PragueThe Christmas season, the most magical time of year, has an unforgettable atmosphere in Prague. Elegant old houses, palaces and towers, cobblestoned streets and baroque squares lit with gas lamps enchant visitors. Come experience the magic of Christmas in Prague!

The Christmas season starts with the beginning of Advent. The city is beautifully adorned with holiday decorations, and festively lit Christmas trees can be found in many places. The largest tree is traditionally located on Old Town Square – also the site of the largest Christmas market in the city.

The first harbinger of Christmas is St Nicholas Day. On the evening of December 5th, you can see this protector of children out on the city streets and squares. An angel and a devil usually accompany him as he visits young children and gives them small gifts.

On Christmas Eve, December 24th, the whole family eats a special meal together. The menu traditionally includes fish or pea soup, fried carp with potato salad, and Christmas cookies for dessert. After dinner, a bell rings to announce that the Infant Jesus has brought the presents, and the family gathers around the glowing Christmas tree to sing carols and open gifts.

Prague’s cultural side turns to Christmas as well – there’s something for everyone at this time of year. For most Czechs, Jakub Jan Ryba’s Christmas Mass is an essential part of the holiday season. It’s often performed during Advent and at Christmas, primarily in churches.

Beautiful Nativity ScenesMany churches in Prague display nativity scenes as a reminder of one of the most significant events in Christianity – the birth of Jesus. They are usually on display from December 24th through the beginning of January, sometimes even longer. For more information, see www.christmasinprague.com.

Cathedral of Sts Vitus, Wenceslas, and AdalbertPrague 1 – Prague Castle

Monastery Church of Our Lady of AngelsPrague 1 – Hradčany, Loretánské náměstí 6; unique Capuchin nativity scene with life-sized figures

Church of Our Lady Before TýnPrague 1 – Staré Město, Old Town Square (Staroměstské náměstí)

Church of Our Lady Victorious (Infant Jesus of Prague)Prague 1 – Malá Strana, Karmelitská 9

Church of the Virgin Mary Beneath the ChainPrague 1 – Malá Strana, Velkopřevorské náměstí

Church of St ThomasPrague 1 – Malá Strana, Josefská 8

Basilica of Sts Peter and PaulPrague 2 – Vyšehrad

Church of the Most Sacred Heart of Our LordPrague 3 – Vinohrady, náměstí Jiřího z Poděbrad

Church of St MatthewPrague 6 – Dejvice, U Matěje; decorative gingerbread nativity scene

Museum of Nativity ScenesEnjoy Christmas all year at the Museum of Nativity Scenes at Karlštejn Castle near Prague, featuring a permanent exhibition of Czech historical and mechanical nativity scenes. More on www.muzeumbetlemu.cz.

Midnight MassesAttending midnight mass is a Christmas tradition for many people, and dozens of Prague churches hold the masses. In many places, the mass is accompanied with singing Christmas carols, and in some places, visitors can view crèches with scenes from Bethlehem and the birth of Jesus.

Cathedral of Sts Vitus, Wenceslas, and AdalbertPrague 1 – Prague Castle

Church of Our Lady Victorious (Infant Jesus of Prague)Prague 1 – Malá Strana, Karmelitská 9

Church of the Virgin Mary Beneath the ChainPrague 1 – Malá Strana, Velkopřevorské náměstí

Church of St ThomasPrague 1 – Malá Strana, Josefská 8

Church of St Havel Prague 1 – Staré Město, Havelská

Church of Our Lady of the SnowsPrague 1 – Nové Město, Jungmannovo náměstí 18

Basilica of Sts Peter and PaulPrague 2 – Vyšehrad

Church of St LudmilaPrague 2 – Vinohrady, náměstí Míru

Church of the Most Sacred Heart of Our LordPrague 3 – Vinohrady, náměstí Jiřího z Poděbrad

Christmas Exhibitions Traditional Handicrafts in the Bethlehem Chapeltraditional Christmas exhibition with workshopsNovember 28, 2015 – January 3, 2016

Nativity Scenes of the Past and Presentexhibition at the Church of Our Lady of the SnowsNovember 28, 2015 – January 3, 2016

A Nativity Scene is BornStraw nativity scene with life-sized figures of the Holy Family and animals at the Charles Bridge MuseumNovember 29, 2015 – January 3, 2016

Czech Christmas Mass – Jakub Jan RybaDecember 5, 10, 11, 18, 22, 23 at 7:00 p.m. and December 25 at 5:00 p.m. in the Mirror Hall of the Clementinum (Baroque Organ & Orchestra Benedictus & Choir Adalbert & Soloists)December 9, 10, 11 at 9:00 a.m. and 11:00 a.m. in the Church of Sts Simon and Jude (Children’s Opera Prague)December 20 at 7:30 p.m. at Žofín PalaceDecember 21 at 4:00 p.m. and 7:00 p.m. at the State Opera (Children’s Opera Prague)December 23 at 5:00 p.m. (dramatic performance) and December 25 at 3:00 p.m. and 6:00 p.m. in the Church of Sts Simon and Jude (Prague Symphony Orchestra FOK)December 20 at 6:00 p.m. (Praga Camerata) and December 26 at 6:00 p.m. (Orchestra Benedictus & Choir Adalbert & Soloists) in the Church of the Holy SaviourDecember 25, 26 at 5:00 p.m. in the Church of St Nicholas in the Lesser Town

Christmas with the Chorea BohemicaDecember 11 at 7:00 p.m. and December 12 and 13 at 11:00 a.m., 3:00 p.m. and 7:00 p.m. at the Ball Games Hall (Míčovna) at Prague Castle December 22 at 7:00 p.m. and December 23 at 3:00 p.m. and 7:00 p.m. in the Estates Theatre

Kühn Children’s Choir Christmas ConcertDecember 12 at 11:00 a.m., 3:00 p.m. and 6:00 p.m. at the Estates TheatreDecember 26 at 3:00 p.m. at the State Opera

A Film Christmas with the Czech National Symphony OrchestraDecember 15 at 7:30 p.m. in the Municipal House

Advent Concert for UNICEFDecember 16, at 10:00 a.m. and 7:30 p.m., December 17 at 7:30 p.m. in the Municipal House

Christmas with Mozart & Strauss in the Smetana HallDecember 24 at 5:00 p.m. and December 27 at 6:00 p.m. in the Municipal House

Christmas in HollywoodDecember 26 at 8:00 p.m. in the Municipal House

Christmas Concert of the Prague Symphony Chamber Orchestra and SoloistsDecember 27 at 8:00 p.m. in the Municipal House

Prague Philharmonic Orchestra New Year’s ConcertDecember 31 at 4:00 p.m. in the Municipal House

Christmas Exhibition at the Botanical Garden of the Natural Sciences Faculty of Charles UniversityNativity scenes, Christmas trees with historical ornaments, antique toysNovember 27, 2015 – January 3, 2016

Biblical Stories in Renaissance Illuminationsmagnificently illuminated music manuscripts, hymnals, and chants in the ClementinumNovember 20, 2015 – January 3, 2016

Nativity Scenes from Třešť in the Jindřišská TowerTraditional hand-carved nativity scenesNovember 28, 2015 – February 2, 2016

Marie Dočekalová – Exhibition of Nativity Scenes from around the WorldJohannes Kepler Gymnazium, Parléřova 2, Prague 6December 23, 2015 – January 2, 2016

Christmas and New Year’s ConcertsChristmas in Prague offers a plethora of cultural experiences. Enjoy traditional Czech Christmas carols and holiday music from all over the world.

Advent Concert at the Old Town HallDecember 13 at 5:00 p.m. and 7:00 p.m. (Kvintesence Quartet)

Advent and Christmas Concerts at the Church of St Nicholas in the Lesser TownNovember 29 and December 25 and 26 at 5:00 p.m.

The Nutcracker and the Cuddly MouseFairytale Ballet at the National TheatreDecember 3, 4, 6, 8, 12, 18, 19, 21, 22, 25, 31 and January 2, 5, 12, 13, 2016

Advent Concerts at the National Theatre – Czech Christmas Mass by Jakub Jan RybaNovember 29 and December 6, 13, 20 at 11:00 a.m.

Czech Philharmonic Advent Concerts at the RudolfinumNovember 29 and December 6, 13, 20 at 3:00 p.m. and 5:30 p.m.

Czech Philharmonic Pre-Christmas Concerts at the RudolfinumDecember 16, 17, 18. at 7:30 p.m. and December 19 at 3:00 p.m.

A Gospel Christmas featuring Nate Brown & One VoiceDecember 10, 2015 at 7:30 p.m. in the Church of St Wenceslas in Smíchov

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