Culture, events

Summary of significant cultural events in Cesky Krumlov.

With summer arrives the music festival with the longest tradition in this town. Due to being attended by reputable domestic and international musicians this once modest local festival has gradually grown into a popular cultural event of worldwide fame. The Festival schedule culminates in a genuine 18th century feast called Baroque Night at Český Krumlov Castle®.

The legendary Revolving Auditorium is set in the Castle Gardens, providing you an unforgettable experience of performances such as Robin Hood, Freischütz, Beauty and the Beast.

THIS YEAR´S TOPIC: This year we will remember an important event that took place in 1587 AD – the wedding of William of Rosenberg and Polyxena of Pernštejn. Guests from near and far will gather in Krumlov to take part in the wedding feast at the Brewery Gardens and several other places around the town together with our visitors. There will be guests arriving from Italy, Greece, Germany, Austria but also from the distant New World. Exquisite gifts will be presented to our sovereign, for example a genuine Italian gondola that will sail the Vltava river waters. Historical processions will pass through the town and a rich schedule of events across ten stages the town awaits all wedding guests.

The dominant feature of the IMF will be traditionally the opening opera gala concert which will belong to two opera stars this time - charming soprano Angela Gheorghiu and congenial tenor Ramón Vargas. They will be accompanied by PKF - Prague Philharmonia under the leadership of Leoš Svárovský.

After centuries, the timeless works of Baroque artists – architects and music composers – meet once again on Baroque Arts Festival to create a one-of-a-kind cultural event.

Medieval, Renaissance and Baroque music performed by Czech and foreign groups using historic musical instruments.

Medieval, Renaissance and Baroque music performed by Czech and foreign groups using historic musical instruments.

The 27th annual festival in Český Krumlov will take place from July 20th to August 11th 2018. Among the soloists of the 27th year, Český Krumlov will also present Polish tenor Piotr Beczała.

The 28th annual festival in Český Krumlov will take place from July 19th to August 10th 2019.

The 28th annual festival in Český Krumlov will take place from July 19th to August 10th 2019.

When winter comes, Český Krumlov shows a completely different face. A face filled with peace and poetry. The Advent season is a time of cheerful gatherings, starting with the lifting of the Christmas tree, carols, treats given to children on St. Nicholas' Eve and letters written by children to Baby Jesus. The festive time before Christmas culminates with a living Nativity scene that tells the biblical story through singing, dancing and plentiful music accompaniment.

When winter comes, Český Krumlov shows a completely different face. A face filled with peace and poetry. The Advent season is a time of cheerful gatherings, starting with the lifting of the Christmas tree, carols, treats given to children on St. Nicholas' Eve and letters written by children to Baby Jesus. The festive time before Christmas culminates with a living Nativity scene that tells the biblical story through singing, dancing and plentiful music accompaniment.

When winter comes, Český Krumlov shows a completely different face. A face filled with peace and poetry. The Advent season is a time of cheerful gatherings, starting with the lifting of the Christmas tree, carols, treats given to children on St. Nicholas' Eve and letters written by children to Baby Jesus. The festive time before Christmas culminates with a living Nativity scene that tells the biblical story through singing, dancing and plentiful music accompaniment.

A unique double-concert of two czech musical legends.

The old tradition of Shrove Tuesday folk festivals has been revived along with its typical Carnival featuring a procession of colourful masks, street plays, conjurers, and musicians, as well as an abundant feast and dancing because Shrovetide marks the end of the festive season and the beginning of Lent.

The old tradition of Shrove Tuesday folk festivals has been revived along with its typical Carnival featuring a procession of colourful masks, street plays, conjurers, and musicians, as well as an abundant feast and dancing because Shrovetide marks the end of the festive season and the beginning of Lent.

The old tradition of Shrove Tuesday folk festivals has been revived along with its typical Carnival featuring a procession of colourful masks, street plays, conjurers, and musicians, as well as an feast and music because Shrovetide marks the end of the festive season and the beginning of Lent.

The old tradition of Shrove Tuesday folk festivals has been revived along with its typical Carnival featuring a procession of colourful masks, street plays, conjurers, and musicians, as well as an abundant feast and dancing because Shrovetide marks the end of the festive season and the beginning of Lent.

With summer arrives the music festival with the longest tradition in this town. Due to being attended by reputable domestic and international musicians this once modest local festival has gradually grown into a popular cultural event of worldwide fame. The Festival schedule culminates in a genuine 18th century feast called Baroque Night at Český Krumlov Castle®.

With summer arrives the music festival with the longest tradition in this town. Due to being attended by reputable domestic and international musicians this once modest local festival has gradually grown into a popular cultural event of worldwide fame. The Festival schedule culminates in a genuine 18th century feast called Baroque Night at Český Krumlov Castle®.

With summer arrives the music festival with the longest tradition in this town. Due to being attended by reputable domestic and international musicians this once modest local festival has gradually grown into a popular cultural event of worldwide fame. The Festival schedule culminates in a genuine 18th century feast called Baroque Night at Český Krumlov Castle®.

After centuries, the timeless works of Baroque artists – architects and music composers – meet once again on Baroque Arts Festival to create a one-of-a-kind cultural event.

After centuries, the timeless works of Baroque artists – architects and music composers – meet once again on Baroque Arts Festival to create a one-of-a-kind cultural event.

After centuries, the timeless works of Baroque artists – architects and music composers – meet once again on Baroque Arts Festival to create a one-of-a-kind cultural event.

The only festival made for YOUR camera. The biggest European presentation of photographic opportunities, the biennial event Open-air PHOTO festival was successfully premiered last year.

The story tells about the last days of Jesus Christ.

The legendary Revolving Auditorium is set in the Castle Gardens, providing you an unforgettable experience of performances such as Robin Hood, Freischütz, Beauty and the Beast.

The legendary Revolving Auditorium is set in the Castle Gardens, providing you an unforgettable experience of performances such as Robin Hood, Freischütz, Beauty and the Beast.

The legendary Revolving Auditorium is set in the Castle Gardens, providing you an unforgettable experience of performances such as Robin Hood, Freischütz, Beauty and the Beast.

In addition to being the patron saint of the lands of Bohemia, Saint Wenceslas is the patron saint of brewers and winemakers, which is commemorated by the traditional autumn festivities offering a cultural as well as a rich gourmet experience. The pleasant atmosphere of the autumn festivities is augmented by the festival of folk ensembles and the Saint Wenceslas Fair. The cherry on top is certainly the unforgettable evening excursion to the town’s museums and galleries, garnished with an impressive accompanying programme.

In addition to being the patron saint of the lands of Bohemia, Saint Wenceslas is the patron saint of brewers and winemakers, which is commemorated by the traditional autumn festivities offering a cultural as well as a rich gourmet experience. The pleasant atmosphere of the autumn festivities is augmented by the festival of folk ensembles and the Saint Wenceslas Fair. The cherry on top is certainly the unforgettable evening excursion to the town’s museums and galleries, garnished with an impressive accompanying programme.

In addition to being the patron saint of the lands of Bohemia, Saint Wenceslas is the patron saint of brewers and winemakers, which is commemorated by the traditional autumn festivities offering a cultural as well as a rich gourmet experience. The pleasant atmosphere of the autumn festivities is augmented by the festival of folk ensembles and the Saint Wenceslas Fair. The cherry on top is certainly the unforgettable evening excursion to the town’s museums and galleries, garnished with an impressive accompanying programme.

Český Krumlov Wine Festival® brings yet again an enticing mosaic of wine experiences. Their special menu will be served from 18th October to 23rd November 2019. The Český Krumlov Wine Festival® culminates in a Castle Wine Celebration, where you can taste over 300 wine samples of the Czech and foreign wineries.

Český Krumlov Wine Festival® brings yet again an enticing mosaic of wine experiences. Their special menu will be served from 26th October to 30th November 2018. St. Martin traditionally arrives on his white horse on the 11th day in November bringing not only the first snow but also first wine of the year. This marks the beginning of the Feast of St. Martin in Český Krumlov. Selected local restaurants will offer St. Martin´s wine, roast goose and other specialties. The Český Krumlov Wine Festival® culminates in a Castle Wine Celebration, where you can taste over 300 wine samples of the Czech and foreign wineries.

St. Martin traditionally arrives on his white horse on the 11th day in November bringing not only the first snow but also first wine of the year. This marks the beginning of the Feast of St. Martin in Český Krumlov. Selected local restaurants will offer St. Martin´s wine, roast goose and other specialties. The Feast culminates in a castle celebration of wine where you can taste Bohemian, Moravian and foreign wines together with local cheese.