The Czech Republic looks very different from one season to the next. Winter brings Christmas markets and snow in the mountains, spring brings Easter traditions and the first beer gardens, summer is festival and castle season, and autumn is the time for Moravian wine and quieter cities. This hub helps you choose when to go and what to plan around.
Dates for festivals, markets and openings change from year to year, so always check the official event website before you book.
Pick a season
- Christmas markets and winter traditions
- Winter: skiing, spas and New Year
- Easter and spring
- Summer festivals and long days
- Autumn and the Moravian wine harvest
Month by month
For a month-by-month overview of weather, crowds and prices, see the best time to visit the Czech Republic. Our older guides to March, May and December go into more detail for those months.
Planning around events
- Book accommodation early for Christmas markets, summer festival weekends and Easter.
- Check opening hours around public holidays, when many shops and some attractions close.
- Pack for the season using our packing guide.
- Our budget guide explains how prices move through the year.
Related: Plan Your Trip | Prague Hub | Day Trips Hub