Hop into Spring: Explore Exciting Easter Markets, Tours, and Festivities!

The Czech Easter celebration is marked by bustling traditional markets set up in town squares, with the first ones appearing as early as the end of March. What can you expect to find at these vibrant gatherings? A delightful selection of Easter treats awaits, allowing you to savor unique delicacies, observe skilled artisans at work, and delve into the rich traditional customs associated with this springtime holiday.

Join the festivity at the Easter Market held at the Old Town Square in Prague. Here, you can admire beautifully painted eggs, colorful rattles, and intricately crafted whips. Additionally, enjoy lively cultural performances featuring traditional folk songs and dances. Republic Square in Plzeň will also be animated with an Easter market, where visitors will find themselves surrounded by painted eggs, hand-woven whips adorned with ribbons, and stalls brimming with a variety of sausages, stuffing, cheeses, and mead. Similarly, the Moravian capital of Brno has organized its own traditional Easter market featuring forty stalls showcasing a diverse range of products including wicker baskets, decorative whips, pottery, jewelry, ornaments, and delicately painted Easter eggs. This year’s schedule promises to be rich in cultural events filled with dance and music, thanks to performances by local Moravian folklore groups and bands. In beautiful South Bohemia, the charming town of Český Krumlov invites visitors to explore stylish products crafted by local farmers and artisans, including Easter whips and beautifully painted eggs. You’ll also find wooden crafts, adorable sheep, vibrant spring flowers, and a variety of seasonal treats.

Easter markets in Czech towns

Prague – Easter Markets at Old Town Square and Wenceslas Square (March 21st – April 12th)
Plzeň – Easter Markets at Republic Square (March 25th – April 5th)
Brno – Easter Festival at Svobody Square (March 27th – April 5th)
Český Krumlov – Easter Market at Svornosti Square (April 2nd – 6th)
Olomouc – Easter at Upper Square (March 27th – April 6th)
České Budějovice – Spring and Easter Markets (March 26th – 28th)

The tourist season at various landmarks often commences with Easter celebrations, and it’s the perfect occasion for a joyous festivity! The stunning Křivoklát Castle located in Central Bohemia will host an enchanting Easter celebration at the castle. This festival will kick off with a captivating display of historical costumes, followed by exciting performances from medieval jugglers, a lineup of concerts, and theatrical presentations.

In the beautiful region of Moravia, the Wallachian Open-Air Museum in Rožnov pod Radhoštěm will also present a rich, three-day Easter programme. The museum opens its doors from Saturday to Monday, inviting visitors to partake in an engaging and delightful experience. The central events will be held in the picturesque Wooden Village, showcasing traditional Easter and spring customs throughout the holiday weekend. You’re even welcome to paint an egg or enjoy a taste of delicious spring soup!

Easter at open-air museums

Moravia – Easter in Wallachia – Wallachian Open-Air Museum in Rožnov (April 4th – 6th)
Central Bohemia – Easter Time at the Museum of Folk Buildings in Kouřim (March 14th – April 12th), main programme (April 4th – 5th)
Central Bohemia – Přerov nad Labem – Spring in the Village (March 14th – April 19th)
Vysočina – Easter at Veselý Kopec (April 3rd – 6th)
Vysočina – Betlém Hlinsko – Easter at Betlém (March 14th – April 12th)
North Bohemia – Zubrnice – Easter in the Village (March 28th – 29th)

If you are looking for an Easter château tour, consider visiting Moravian Valtice, the former residence of the princely family of the Liechtenstein. During the Easter weekend, you will not only explore various château tours but also enjoy stalls featuring handmade goods, refreshing beverages, and exquisite Valtice wines. The grand courtyard of the château will be adorned with oversized eggs and other Easter decorations, complemented by charming cembalo music in the background. If your travels don’t take you to southern Moravia, don’t miss out on experiencing the fascinating Okoř castle ruin located near Prague. On Easter Saturday, local caretakers have planned an exciting Easter knight festival showcasing medieval knight tournaments, period music, enchanting fencing displays, equestrian falconry, theater productions, historical dances, a puppet show for children, and much more. Get ready to revel in a medieval-style Easter celebration! South Bohemian châteaux won’t fall behind either, as the Blatná Chateau will host an Easter market featuring the finest of Easter offerings.

Easter at castles and châteaux

Central Bohemia – Princely Easter at Křivoklát (April 3rd – 5th)
Central Bohemia – Easter Knightly Festivities at Okoř Castle (April 5th)
Central Bohemia – Easter at Kačina Château (March 21st – 22nd / March 28th – 29th / April 2nd – 6th)
Central Bohemia – Easter Tours of Český Šternberk Castle (April 2nd – 6th)
Moravia – Easter at Valtice Château (April 3rd – 6th)
South Bohemia – Easter Market at Blatná Château (April 3rd – 5th)
East Bohemia – Easter Tours of Hrádek u Nechanic Château (April 2nd – 6th)
North Bohemia – Easter Markets at Sychrov Château (March 28th – 29th)
North Moravia – Princely Easter at Hradec nad Moravicí Château (April 2nd – 6th)
West Bohemia – Easter Fair at Kozel Château (April 5th – 6th)