10 Things to Do in Prague in August

Among the most interesting music festivals is the Prague Rock Festival, an international event that attracts thousands of rock and music fans. In the same vein, there is the Prague Holi Festival, an international open-air electronic music event that attracts a lot of young people.

You can also enjoy many of Prague's local gastronomic events ( Wine Festival, Tea Festival) and other local music events such as Prague Jazz Week or Organ Grinders Live!

One of the most popular sporting and sightseeing activities in August is a bike ride from the city centre to Karlstejn Castle, the former summer seat of Charles IV, the person responsible for many of Prague's Gothic beauties. This ride is encouraged by the fact that the castle can only be visited on weekends in August and that cycling is quicker than taking the tram.

There are plenty of bikes for rent in the city centre, so you don't have to worry about it. Also, cycling is the only way you can stop right in front of the famous St. Cross Chapel, one of the most beautiful buildings in the city, which you can see on your bike tour.

This is one of the most anticipated acrobatics and showmanship festivals in the Czech Republic. The festival takes place in mid-August in Prague's Letná Park. To give you an idea of the level of spectacle, it usually takes almost ten days to put it all together.

Four French companies organise the event. The show will showcase the best in acrobatics with performances, choreography and artistic theatre. Most of the events will take place in circus tents, but there will also be a free outdoor stage. In addition, there will also be areas reserved for children's audiences, making this one of the best plans for children in Prague. For more information check the official website of the event.

If you like this kind of shows, I also recommend you to attend the black light theatre show in Prague, which will immerse you in a magical world and is also suitable for the whole family. This show takes place on a pitch-black stage, completely in the dark, which is strategically illuminated to create a marvellous performance of light and shadow.

When you visit Prague in August, you can't miss out on experimenting with local food to discover new flavours. It's clear that you don't really know a country until you've tasted its cuisine. Goulash, koleno, bramboračka, vepřo-knedlo-zelo and knedlíky are just some of the typical dishes of the region.

You probably don't know what each dish is or what it contains. And that's normal, as it's a challenge to get to know a country's food, as it's unfamiliar to us. So if you want to make the experience more bearable (and even fun), I encourage you to sign up for a gastronomic tour of Prague where you can try all the delicacies of this land and visit some of the best restaurants in the city. Not only that, but you'll also be able to sample typical drinks. Once you've finished, you'll know what to eat in Prague and you'll be able to enjoy your favourite dishes for the rest of your trip.

The Vltava and Vltava are two of Prague's main rivers. They offer a completely different and beautiful view of the city, so I encourage you to get on a boat and experience for yourself the feeling of rediscovering the capital from a different perspective.

Cruises are the most common form of transport for this type of activity, and many of them include dinner or lunch, as well as commentary to give you an insight into Prague's past and present.

August, due to the good weather, is one of the high season months in Prague. That's why I recommend getting out of the bustling city and taking the opportunity to visit some of the beautiful nearby towns and villages. Tourists tend to limit their trip to the capital and fewer venture further afield to other parts of the country, but I highly recommend doing so. These are three of the areas I liked the most:

• Karlovy Vary and Marianske Lazne: as well as being two spa towns, the former is home to twelve springs and the interesting Moser Crystal Museum. The latter, on the other hand, is very quiet and you will love strolling through its streets, as well as its pleasant cafés.
• Český Krumlov: this medieval town still preserves all the essence of its incredible past. I recommend that you visit the Church of St. Vitus, its narrow streets and climb the castle tower.
• Kutná Hora: this city located in the heart of the Czech Republic has an enviable historic centre that you cannot miss, as well as its cathedral and its ossuary.

Of course, you can do these excursions on your own, but there are also guided tours available to help you make the most of your time (which is recommended if your stay in the country is limited) and if you want to learn about the history of all these areas.

This music festival takes place on a Saturday in mid-August at three different venues in Prague. In the morning there is a concert in St. Nicholas Church in the Old Town Square, in the afternoon in Kampa and finally a concert in the Czech Museum of Music.

This completely free festival aims to promote Czech music culture. What's more, during the 3 concerts you can enjoy traditional Czech, street and modern music. For a free event it is quite well organised and a great way to get to know Czech music culture. For more information visit the following website.

The tea fair is an event that attracts tourists and locals alike. The free tea fair is held in a spacious open-air venue where different types of tea are served while enjoying traditional Czech music and dance. The Čajomír Fest lasts two days and is held at the end of August in Výstaviště.

Tea is the most widely consumed non-alcoholic beverage in the Czech Republic. The event starts early in the morning and lasts until 8pm. The programme also includes workshops and performances- very entertaining! For more information visit the official website of the event.

If you are a fan of art, August gives you a chance to learn about the culture of the Celts and the mark they have left on the whole of Central Europe since historical times. This event takes place at the National Museum. The day varies from year to year, but usually falls at the end of the month.

Admission is completely free, but it is advisable to book in advance as this is a highly anticipated cultural and historical event. There is little information about Celtic culture, so I recommend you go if history is something you are passionate about. At this event you will learn more about their lives, habits, rituals, crafts and also the impact their presence had on other cultures. For more information visit the museum's website.

Modelled on the Indian festival of the same name, the Holi Open Air Festival is celebrated in many countries around the world. Prague's version takes place on the island of Strelecky (I recommend this post about excursions around Prague), where people gather to enjoy a day of relaxation with live electronic music and a colourful atmosphere.

This festival is known worldwide, as it usually attracts many internationally renowned artists from the electronic music industry. There is no food or drink on offer at this festival, so you will need to bring something from home or buy from the food stalls outside the festival. For more information I recommend you visit the official festival website.

Prague Jazz Week takes place at the beginning of August and is held in the Old Town, effectively the UNESCO World Heritage Site. The event is, of course, open-air and free of charge. The jazz concerts start at 6 pm and end at 10 pm.

Imagine what it's like to be surrounded by Gothic structures and Renaissance buildings while the saxophone wails out a melody. It's worth noting that during this special week many Prague beer gardens and restaurants in Prague will be **open until 00:**00 am, so you won't have to cook after the concert.

Prague tends to be drier in August than in June and July. Average maximum temperatures can reach 27 degrees Celsius and average minimum temperatures can reach 13 degrees Celsius. While it is certainly not the warmest month of the year, it is a month when you will enjoy quite pleasant weather.

However, it is a good idea to check the forecast before you set off on your trip, as the weather can change quickly. Rainy days are rare and average less than one day per week. However, the amount of rainfall is very low.

Although August is relatively warm in Prague, a jacket or jumper is always useful for the evenings, and also in case of a shower or wet weather.

You should always wear comfortable walking shoes; heels or sandals are not practical for walking on Prague's pavements. I also recommend you to protect yourself from the sun on sunny days even if the temperatures are not so high. I recommend wearing sunglasses and sunscreen.

Expect to pay high season prices for airfare and hotel accommodation in August, although towards the end of the month prices may be slightly lower. If you're looking to spend less, I recommend visiting Prague in winter.

Crowds are not as excessive as in early summer in Prague; however, it's worth calling and making reservations to visit Prague Castle and other important buildings in the city, or for dinner and lunch in Prague's best restaurants.

August is the busiest month for fairs and festivals, so if you're looking for a busy holiday, August is the month for you. You can enjoy both local and foreign festivals. It's also worth noting that the busiest days in August are in the middle of the month, so if you're planning to go to Prague for 5 or 7 days, I recommend going between the second and third week of the month.