Christmas Markets Light Up the Square of Peace in Prague
Traditional Christmas Market at Mírák
The very popular Christmas markets are located right in front of the Church of St. Ludmilla on Square of Peace in the district of Vinohrady. This is the first market to open in Prague, starting on November 20. 2025. There will be a variety of traditional Christmas treats (like Christmas punch, mulled wine, hot pancakes, grilled specialties, and much more), small gift items, a range of Christmas tree decorations, Christmas candy cutouts, dried fruit, spices, tea and coffee, and even handicrafts from potters and jewelers. You can also find knitted gloves, scarves, crocheted items, Christmas placemats, mistletoe, purple decorations, Francis ornaments, sparklers, and a lot more. The markets are open every day from 10:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. until Christmas Eve.
Czech Christmas Market on I. P. Pavlova
Christmas markets will be open from Wednesday, November 26 until December 24 at Tyl Square, which you can easily reach via tram and metro line C (red line) at I. P. Pavlova. You can find Christmas items such as mistletoe, Advent wreaths, candles, candlesticks, toys, Christmas decorations and ties, sweets, Advent calendars, nativity scenes, arts and crafts, and various Christmas refreshments. Tylovo náměstí is very accessible by public transport, situated just steps away from the I. P. Pavlova metro station, a major transport hub in Prague, as well as several tram stops.
There are two markets in Republic Square
Christmas Market at the Square of the Republic can be found facing V Celnici Street. It starts on Tuesday, November 25 and will be open every day from 10 a.m. to 10 p.m. The stalls will sell usual Christmas items like mistletoe, Advent wreaths, candles, candlesticks, toys, Christmas decorations and ties, sweets, Advent calendars, nativity scenes, arts and crafts, and Christmas refreshments. Take a break from the holiday rush, explore the stalls packed with beautiful Christmas items, and enjoy the lovely pre-Christmas atmosphere. The magic of Christmas is best experienced outdoors.
In addition, Republic Square features two markets, and the second one is located in front of the Palladium, where the Wenceslas Christmas Market will start on Friday, November 28, 2025, and run until January 7, 2026. You will find several charity stalls there, contributing to the spirit of helping others. All stalls will be open from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m., with food stalls staying open until 10 p.m.
Christmas markets on Old Town and Wenceslas Square – markets you’ll have to wait for
Christmas Market at Old Town Square in Prague will open during Advent, starting on Saturday, November 29, 2025. Visitors are welcome until January 6, 2026. The market will feature live trees and the delightful scent of pine needles. White roofs of the shops will create a festive winter atmosphere. The sales houses offering a diverse range of products will be open every day from 10 a.m. to 10 p.m. Some refreshment stands may remain open until midnight. The Christmas tree will be lit in Old Town Square on Saturday, November 29 at 4:00 p.m.. This beautiful spruce will be cut down on November 22 from the village of Lesné near Jiřetín pod Jedlovou and brought to Prague for decoration.
The Christmas market at Wenceslas Square will run concurrently with the one at Old Town Square this year. Traditional events leading up to the New Year celebrations will take place here as well. The markets will be open from November 29, 2025, to January 6, 2026, daily from 10:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m. Food stalls may stay open until midnight. Expect a wide selection of Christmas decorations, gifts, snacks, and products made by local craftsmen. The stalls with Christmas goods and treats are located in the lower part of Wenceslas Square, on Můstek.
