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The most well-known yearly Prague Easter Market event is one of the most fascinating Easter festivities hosted in the capital of the Czech Republic. The main Prague Easter markets are held in all four of the capital’s most well-known locations: Prague castle, Old Town, Wenceslas, and the Republic’s Square.
But is a Prague Easter market worth visiting?
The Prague Easter Markets have become an integral part of the city’s reawakening from the long winter, bringing with them a riot of colour in the form of handicrafts, a wide variety of tasty treats, and wonderful, time-honoured traditions.
Additionally, Prague has a wide variety of Easter-related activities, including shopping, boat trips, festivals, and religious celebrations.
From the middle of March to Easter Sunday, Prague Easter markets will be brimming with festively adorned shops selling traditional goods and entertainment.
Is Easter a Great Time to Tour Prague?
1. The Weather is pleasant in April
There is more daylight in the spring, and the Prague weather in April is significantly warmer, making it an ideal season for touring Prague. Prague’s Easter markets and other distinct top attractions remain relatively uncrowded in Easter, allowing you more personal space to enjoy them.
2. There are a lot of exciting activities
Easter celebrations in Prague include a wide range of options, from a visit to a Prague Easter market and a river cruise to festivals and churches.
The popular Prague Easter markets take place from about the middle of March until Easter Sunday. They feature festive decorations, traditional items, live performances, and dog parks for the kids.
3. Prague is a lot of fun during Easter
Several customs persist, especially in smaller communities; Easter celebrations vary by region. The hand-decorated eggs (Kraslice) are the most recognizable symbol of Easter in the Czech Republic.
The 4 Major Prague Easter Markets
Old Town Easter Market
The largest Prague Easter market is located in the city’s Old Town square. Here you may get ice-cold beer, honey and mulled wine, barbecued ham, children’s toys, Easter chicks, sweets, and more from one of the numerous rustic huts that line the streets.
The famous Astronomical Clock is among Prague’s most recognizable icons and stands against the colorful backdrop of the market. If you’re lucky, a carol will be playing in the background while you stroll around the market. You can also take a horse-drawn carriage trip for about 900 Czk (20$).
25th March – 16th April 2023
Hours of operation: Stands are open from 10 a.m. to 10 p.m. | Food stalls are open from 10 a.m. to 12 a.m. | The theatre program is from 4 p.m. to 7 p.m.
The Republic Square Easter Market
The Republic Square Market, situated next to the well-known Palladium shopping centre, is among Prague’s major Easter markets. This is where you can find a wide variety of unique gifts, such as custom-made Easter eggs, chicks, candlesticks, and wicker souvenirs.
25th March – 16th April 2023
Hours of operation: The market is open from 10am to 10pm, with refreshments available from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m.
Prague Castle Easter Market
This Prague Easter market is located in St. George’s Square. The Prague castle Easter market has live demonstrations of regional arts and crafts, such as Easter egg decorating, Easter whip braiding, and wool yarn spinning. Experience delicious cuisine, live music, and the performance of traditional groups dressed in traditional attire.
20th March – 16th April 2023
Hours of operation: Monday through Thursday, 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. | Friday, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Open 9–7 on Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays.
Wenceslas Easter Market
By the Mustek subway stop at the Wenceslas square is where you’ll find this Easter market. The Prague Easter market features the usual assortment of goods associated with the holiday and the revival of long-lost trades and manufacturing techniques.
25th March – 16th April 2023
Hours of operation: Market hours: 10 a.m. – 10 p.m., with food available from 10 a.m. – 12 a.m.
Market Visit and Czech Cooking Lesson in Prague
Take a three-hour cooking lesson in Prague, and you’ll leave knowing how to make goulash, classic potato soup, and tasty sweet apple strudel, just to name a few of the items you’ll be taught to make.
Highlights
- Participate in a unique three-hour cooking lesson in Prague and learn how to make traditional Czech dishes like goulash, delicious dumplings, and apple strudel.
- Explore a local farmer’s marketplace beginning at 9:00, when the market is at its busiest, with your guide.
- Learn about what makes a Czech dish really Czech by looking closely at a couple of the unusual and common ingredients that go into it.
- Prepare a sumptuous three-course meal at lunchtime
What is Included
- Ingredients for Cooking
- Take-home recipes to use after the class is over
- Cooking utensils and gadgets
- Kitchen aprons
- A homemade 3-course meal cooked by you
- Optional Shopping Trip to the Market
- Accessibility by wheelchair
- Cost-free cancellation
- Price per head: €139
- A guide fluent in Czech and English
- Book today, pay later option.
Explore Prague and its famous Easter Market
Throughout the springtime, any of your favourite Prague Easter Market is open continuously. There are tours and boat cruises available at all hours.
You can also visit several of Prague’s most famous sites and tourist destinations during the Easter weekend. Although you can only visit some sights during Easter; even then, they’re only open briefly.
