DO NOT MISS

A selection of the most interesting events happening in Brno.

150 Years Of The Museum Of Applied Arts

Throughout 2023 www.moravska-galerie.cz

Celebrating its 150th anniversary with exhibits, forums, lectures, and other events culminating with an exceptional exhibition in November.

MEMORY OF NATIONS (PAMĚŤ NÁRODA) EXHIBITION

May

The Memory of Nations Brno institute is launching an interactive exhibition. It will acquaint visitors with local events and the milestones of the 20th century. www.pametnaroda.cz

PROVÁZEK.OPEN

May–June www.provazek.cz

The courtyard of Divadlo Husa na provázku will come to life through the Provázek open-air festival. There will be a unique programme of concerts, performances, live podcasts, and regular dancing.

ŠMOULOVÉ – MAGICKÝ SVĚT (THE SMURFS – MAGICAL WORLD)

From March www.smoulovebrno.cz

7000 m2 of fun and adventure at the Exhibition Centre Brno. The original Smurf village for young and old.

BESEDNÍ DŮM 150 (BESEDA HOUSE 150)

May www.filharmonie-brno.cz

A celebration of the anniversary of this iconic Brno building. Will include concerts, events in the courtyard, guided tours, workshops, and much more.

BRNĚNSKÁ MUZEJNÍ NOC (BRNO MUSEUM NIGHT)

May www.brnenskamuzejninoc.cz

A rich cultural programme at nearly 30 institutions from evening to midnight. Guided tours, workshops, access to spaces usually closed to the public, and other interesting events.

Jazzfestbrno

March –October www.jazzfestbrno.cz

This international music festival will once again be transforming Brno into a jazz metropolis. You can look forward to the brightest stars on the global jazz scene and some of the progressive musical talents of the up-and-coming generation, joined by a selection of the most interesting home-grown acts.

DIVADELNÍ SVĚT BRNO (THEATRE WORLD BRNO)

May www.divadelnisvet.cz

A major international theatre show for those interested not only in drama, but also in dance, physical and musical-the atrical productions.

95 Years Of The Brno Exhibition Centre

May

A celebration of the 95th anniversary of the establishment of the Brno Exhibition Centre with rich entertainment. www.bvv.cz/bvv95

IGNIS BRUNENSIS

May–June www.ignisbrunensis.cz

A global fireworks competition with a festival of fun. Four spectacular artistic fireworks performances at the Brno reservoir.

LÉTO NA BISKUPSKÉM DVOŘE (SUMMER AT BISKUPSKÝ DVŮR)

June–August www.letonabiskupskemdvore.cz

Theatre performances and concerts under the stars in Brno city centre under Petrov. At the Moravian Museum on Zelný trh (Vegetable Market).

SUMMER CINEMAS IN BRNO

June–August www.kinoart.cz www.kinobude.cz www.letnikinospilberk.cz www.kinoscala.cz

Experience the unmistakable atmosphere of an open-air movie at several locations in Brno.

Open Studios

June

Open days in Brno art studios. www.openstudios.cz

PRIMA FRESH FESTIVAL

June www.freshfestival.cz/brno

A festival of good food and drink. Culinary experiences, fine dining, authentic experiences from around the world, a cooking show with famous chefs, and live concerts.

FESTIVAL UPROSTŘED (IN THE MIDDDLE FESTIVAL)

July – August

In the summer months, this festival brings life to the Brno centre streets. It offers a varied programme. www.festivaluprostred.cz

Jakub K

June–September

Prague has its Náplavka, Ostrava has Stodolní, and Brno has Jakubák. The Brno square filled with businesses with a unique energy and atmosphere behind the Church of St James offers a programme for the entire summer. www.jakubak.cz

BRNO ŽIVĚ: (BRNO LIVE:)

June–September www.brnozive.cz

A multi-genre cultural festival aiming to improve life on Brno’s city streets over the holiday.

SPORTOVNÍ PARK RIVIÉRA (RIVIÉRA SPORTS PARK)

June www.starez.cz

For 9 days, the Riviéra swimming area will transform into one big sports park. Visitors can try several different sports supervised by Brno sports clubs.

LETNÍ SHAKESPEAROVSKÉ SLAVNOSTI (SUMMER SHAKESPEARE FESTIVAL)

July–August

The largest and oldest Shakespeare festival in the Czech Republic. Visitors can again enjoy established performances from previous years and also premieres. www.brno.shakespeare.cz

You can find a detailed programme and more information at www.gotobrno.cz/en in the section Events in Brno.

Festival Planet

July and August www.hvezdarna.cz

In the park on Kraví hora, we can enjoy summer with 10-metre-tall inflated models of the planets, screenings in the digitarium, and a summer cinema with the best sci-fi films.

BRASIL FEST BRNO

August www.brasilfestbrno.cz

For a few days the city centre will sway to the rhythms and temperament of Brazil. You can expect loads of music performances, tastings of Brazilian food, and a carnival street party.

NA PRKNECH DLAŽBĚ I TRÁVĚ (ON BOARDS, PAVING STONES, AND GRASS)

August www.facebook.com/prknadlazbatrava

The festival primarily features theatre presentations, concerts, workshops for children and adults, and other accompanying events. The festival programme plays out across various venues in the city centre.

MENDEL FESTIVAL

July www.mendelje.cz

The festival aims to introduce the figure of G. J. Mendel to the general public. A festival that marries science, faith, and fun.

MARATON HUDBY BRNO (BRNO MUSIC MARATHON)

August www.maratonhudby.cz

This multi-genre music festival will see a continuous flow across Brno of professional and amateur music productions from all genres.

FESTIVAL VĚDY (SCIENCE FESTIVAL)

September www.festivalvedy.cz

Brno is full of science and, what’s more, with science and scientists you never get bored! More than 40 institutions have prepared for all visitors interactive demonstrations of what they’re currently focused on or what they’ve already achieved.

Pop Messe

July www.popmesse.cz

Pop Messe is a music festival. The music programme primarily deals with young, multi-genre music that stretches conventional definitions of “pop”.

OPEN-AIR FESTIVAL AT ŠPILBERK

August www.filharmonie-brno.cz

This musical banquet under the August sky will likely satisfy all lovers of good music.

DEN BRNA (BRNO DAY)

August www.denbrna.cz

The city’s celebration of the heroic defence by its citizens against the Swedish army.

ŠPILBERK ŽIJE! (ŠPILBERK LIVES!)

September www.spilberk.cz

A two-day traditional event for the entire family, during which kids can, like every year, play a game across the entire castle. There will be a wide range of entertainment, stands with refreshments, and much more.

You can find a detailed programme and more information at www.gotobrno.cz/en in the section Events in Brno.

Serial Killer

September www.serialkiller.tv

International festival of TV and online serials.

MISTROVSTVÍ EVROPY V BASEBALLU (EUROPEAN BASEBALL CHAMPIONSHIP)

September–October

The new champions of Europe will be crowned on 1 October in Brno. The Czech baseball team want to fight for a medal. www.eurobaseball2023.com

Festival Koma

October www.festivalkoma.cz

The Czech and international scene in independent comics and illustration showcases the best offerings of the past year. A creative meeting between the artistic and fan community, with a unique atmosphere.

CHRISTMAS IN BRNO

November–December www.brnenskevanoce.cz www.adventnamoravaku.cz www.adventnazelnaku.cz

Traditional Christmas markets in the centre of Brno.

MORAVSKÝ PODZIM (MORAVIAN AUTUMN)

October www.moravsky-podzim.cz

This prestigious international music festival offers dozens of uniquely linked concerts in the spirit of the dramaturgical lines of Heralds or Parallel Music History.

MEZINÁRODNÍ FESTIVAL KRÁTKÝCH FILMŮ BRNO 16 (INTERNATIONAL FESTIVAL OF SHORT FILM BRNO 16)

October www.brno16.cz

This festival presents short films of all types – live action, animated, experimental, student, professional and amateur. Besides running a prestigious competition, there’s also a diverse accompanying programme.

FESTIVAL BICÍCH NÁSTROJŮ (FESTIVAL OF PERCUSSION INSTRUMENTS)

December www.jamu.cz

This festival offers concerts, workshops, and exhibitions for professionals and the general public.

Festival

October

FESTIVAL RADOSTI (RADOST FESTIVAL)

October www.divadlo-radost.cz

A competitive exhibition of new-form theatres for kids, teenagers, and adults. The festival brings to Brno a selection of exceptional, innovative, and experimental performances.

PROTOTYP www.prototypbrno.cz

A traditional Brno underground event. A festival linking art, science, and technology.

BASTLFEST

November

A DIY festival for the entire family. www.vida.cz

BETLÉMY A DIORÁMA ŽIVOT JEŽÍŠE KRISTA (NATIVITY SCENES AND A DIORAMA OF THE LIFE OF JESUS CHRIST)

December–January 2024 www.letohradekbrno.cz

One big exhibition of nativity scenes in Brno and the largest diorama in the country on the topic of the life story of Jesus Christ.

Information about the events is accurate at the time of printing – April 2023.

INFORMATION CENTRES www.gotobrno.cz/info

TIC BRNO information centres are located in all key parts of the city. Besides information, here you’ll find a diverse range of souvenirs and printed materials.