New Year's Eve in Prague: Fireworks rules and extended metro hours
Prague has announced it will ramp up security and safety measures for New Year's Eve and Day. Here's what you need to know to celebrate safely.
Czech news in brief for December 31: Tuesday's top headlines
Eighty percent of Czechs make New Year’s resolutions, last day to redeem Czech revenue stamps, and Olympics, floods top 2024 Czech Google searches.
VISUALIZED: How Expats.cz readers felt about life in Czechia in 2024
From post-election fears, to cost of living hikes, this year was a challenging ones for expats, if our polls are any indication. Here's how you weighed in.
Top concerts in Czechia 2025: Must-see acts and hot tickets across the country
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From massive arena spectacles to intimate indie shows, this year delivers big for fans of every genre.
OVERVIEW: Which new laws and rules go into effect in Czechia in 2025?
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A host of new legislation next year will affect large areas of your daily life, including employment law and finances: here's everything you need to know.
Czech news in brief for December 30: Monday's top headlines
ANO gains in Senate, govt. retains majority, tens of thousands descend upon ski resorts, and snow, cold front to hit Czechia in January.
Czech news in brief for December 29: Sunday's top headlines
Czech army running out of soldiers, air quality in east Czechia still worryingly poor, parts of Czechia sees -15 degrees Celsius this morning.
Czech regions prepare for New Year's Eve without fireworks
Many major cities across Czech regions have opted out of fireworks displays this year; if you want to catch pyro shows, smaller towns are the best bet.
Czech news in brief for December 28: Saturday's top headlines
Lipavský hits out at Putin following Russia-Solvakia tension, Czechs cautiously optimistic about 2025, and east Czechia sees large smog levels.
Czech economy expected to grow in 2025: What it means for your wallet
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Taming inflation, low unemployment, rising wages, and falling interest rates could drive economic growth, according to analysts.
Czech news in brief for December 27: Friday's top headlines
Slovakia may host Russia-Ukraine peace talks, frost, smog, and icy roads hit Czechia, and post-Christmas sales begin in Czechia.
What 'hot topics' did Expats.cz readers care most about in 2024?
Looking back at our reader polls throughout the year, these are the topics you cared most about in 2024.
What to do this weekend in Prague: Best events for Dec. 27–29
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Prolong the festive season with a Prague Castle walk, a Mexican breakfast, film greats on stage and screen, and Christmas on wheels.
Czech holiday calendar 2025: How many days will you get off next year?
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In 2025, Czechia will see 10 out of 13 public holidays fall on weekdays, guaranteeing extra time off for much of the Czech workforce.
Czech news in brief for December 26: Thursday's top headlines
PM Fiala to deliver New Year's speech tonight, Prague and Brno empty out for Christmas, Sex Pistols announce Czechia show.
How to take a day-long ski trip from Prague: Costs and best quick escapes
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Once rooted in tradition, quick ski excursions are now evolving to include international destinations that compete with Czech resorts.
Czech news in brief for December 25: Wednesday's top headlines
Prague mayor serves fish soup on Old Town Square, Czechs abroad to vote by post in 2024 elections, and more food is wasted during Christmas.
