These five design highlights await you in Prague this autumn

Autumn in Prague will be golden and creative. The Czech capital will once again become a European hotspot for design and culture, presenting inspiring art and light installations by up-and-coming talents and global icons.

The Czech design and creative scene is booming. It thrives on centuries-old traditional craftsmanship – glass, furniture, cubism – and at the same time on a new generation of talent that is making Prague one of the most exciting creative centres in Central Europe. International networks, first-class education at schools such as UMPRUM, and a lively scene of studios, co-working spaces and festivals create a unique field of tension where tradition meets innovation. Prague provides both the stage and the backdrop. Nowhere is this more impressive than at Design Autumn. Our top Prague event tips at a glance.

1. 12 September: BIG ART OPENING

The KODL Contemporary gallery is opening a new chapter: with Point Zero, the spectacular glass cube on the banks of the Vltava River, designed by TAK Architects, is opening its doors to design and art fans. The venue aims to carry the Czech collecting tradition into the future – in the immediate vicinity of the Fairmont Golden Prague, an iconic Brutalist hotel that has been carefully and stylishly redesigned by the same architectural firm.

Fact Box

• Dvořákovo nábřeží, Prague 1
• Admission: varies, depending on the exhibition
• Highlights: futuristic architecture, collections & exhibitions by KODL Contemporary

2. 11 – 14 September: CZECH DESIGN WEEK

A young, experimental festival that focuses on local studios, young talent, and sustainability. Around 150 exhibitors will be showcasing their work at the Mánes Gallery and the legendary Café Slavia. If you want to discover fresh perspectives, exciting material experiments, and unpolished ideas, this is the place to be – for Czech Design Week is both a laboratory and a showcase.

Fact Box

• Mánes Gallery & Café Slavia
• Admission from approx. CZK 150 / day
• Highlights: Czech Design Award, young talent, open galleries in the city

3. 25 – 28 September: PRAGUE ART WEEK

Art as an urban loop: over 40 locations are set to open their doors – from DOX to the National Gallery, from The House to the new Mucha Museum. Front and centre is the anniversary exhibition of the Havrlant Collection in the Mánes Hall. The festival character is defined by the act of strolling around. As you move between established institutions and young off-spaces, the whole city becomes an open gallery.

Fact Box

• 40 locations throughout Prague
• Admission: many programme items free of charge
• Highlights: HAC#2 – Havrlant Collection, Young Selection 02 in the new ​‘The House’, international exhibits

4. 7 – 12 October: DESIGNBLOK

The big highlight of autumn: With over 250 exhibitors, talks and international guests such as Patricia Urquiola and Snøhetta. The main theme is Odvaha – Courage. Designblok is a kaleidoscope: from high-end brands to young graduates and experimental installations, Prague shows off its full design spectrum here. A must for professionals, but equally inspiring for all design lovers.

Fact Box

• Výstaviště Praha, Pražský hrad, UPM, Rudolfinum
• Day ticket from approx. CZK 350
• Highlights: Patricia Urquiola (Lifetime Award), Mary McCartney (photography), High Craft in the Royal Summer Palace, Designblok Talks with Dezeen & CAMP

5. 16 – 19 October: SIGNAL FESTIVAL

Prague as a light laboratory: the city is transformed into a visual spectacle during this festival of digital culture. New features in 2025 are projections onto the Old Town Tower (OVERLOЯD) and the return to St. Ludmila’s Basilica (ITERATION). After sunset, the city becomes an open studio where history and high-tech, magical projections and interactive experiences come together.

Fact Box

• Prague City Centre
• Many installations free of charge; Signal INSIDE from CZK 290
• Highlights: spectacular video mapping, immersive installations, VIP shuttle & after-parties

Design Tips for a stylish stay

Fairmont Golden Prague – newly renovated icon on the banks of the Vltava, elegant rooms with views of the Jewish Quarter and Charles Bridge. fairmontgoldenprague​.com

Falkensteiner Hotel Prague – urban chic in a central location, with rooftop charm. falkensteiner​.com/​h​o​t​e​l​-​p​rague

Almanac X Alcron Prague – Art Deco meets contemporary luxury next to a legendary restaurant with a new and modern facelift. almanachotels​.com/​p​r​aguex

W Prague – playful luxury in the former Gran Hotel Evropa on Wenceslas Square. W Prague

Design tips for eating and drinking

• Alma Prague – contemporary cuisine with a Czech twist – the place to be. almaprague​.cz
• Golden Eye Bar (Fairmont) – cocktails with a view of the Vltava. Golden Eye
• The Eatery – fine dining in a casual, purist setting. theeatery​.cz
• Bar Forbína – newcomer with experimental bar culture. barforbina​.cz
• Hemingway Bar – Prague classic for cocktail connoisseurs. hemingwaybar​.cz

Design add-on: Beyond Prague

24 – 28 September | Bratislava Design Week – Creative laboratory in the Slovak capital. bratislavadesignweek​.sk

9 – 11 October |BIG Design, Ljubljana – Platform for design from the SEE countries. bigsee​.eu

18 November Brno Bold – Festival for bold design & typography. brnobold​.cz

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