Easter markets in Czechia 2026: 9 venues, dates and opening hours

Easter markets open in the Czech Republic in late March. They run until mid-April, but each city has its own dates. If you're planning a trip for Easter, it's best to check the dates in advance: some markets close as early as the first days of April. We checked the schedules of nine of the country's most notable venues and gathered them in one place. Prague kicks things off first: its markets run from March 21 to April 12, 2026 (according to Prague Daily News). Below you'll find the city, dates, opening hours, and what's worth trying on site.

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Market dates and opening hours

💡 In short:

• The season runs from March 21 to April 12, 2026, with each city having its own dates.
• Entry to city markets is free, you only pay for food and souvenirs.
• The fewest people are there in the morning on a weekday; by lunchtime the squares fill up.
• Dates and opening hours: 09/2026, verified on the official Velikonočních slavností website.

Below are nine markets with dates, hours, and a source link for each city. Data collected in September 2026.

1. Old town square, Prague

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Old Town Square (Staroměstské náměstí) hosts the country's largest Easter market. More than 90 wooden stalls sell crafts and Easter goods (as of 09/2026, VisitCzechia portal). You'll find painted eggs (kraslice), braided willow rods with ribbons (pomlázka), wooden toys, and marionettes. In the evenings, folk ensembles take the stage, and creative workshops are available for children.

• The catch: the busiest market in the city, crowded on weekends.

2. Wenceslas Square, Prague

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Wenceslas Square (Václavské náměstí) is right next to Old Town Square, and the stall lineup is almost the same. The difference is in the food. Here people more often go for spit-roasted ham (Pražská šunka), sausages (klobása), lángos with garlic, and dumplings with smoked meat. Those with a sweet tooth should check out the stalls with Easter pastries and gingerbread. The program is more modest, but the location is convenient if you're walking around Wenceslas Square and the National Museum.

• The catch: the crafts and selection are almost identical to the market at Old Town Square.

3. Náměstí Míru, Prague

Náměstí Míru is loved by locals, and it's the calmest market in central Prague. Stalls offer ceramics, plants and flowers, linen textiles, books, honey, and organic products. A separate row is dedicated to Czech beer, Moravian wines, coffee, and tea. There are noticeably fewer tourists here, so lines at the vendors are shorter. Come at opening time, as the market closes earlier than the central locations.

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• Who it's for: those who want to buy food and gifts without the crowds.
• The catch: smaller scale than Old Town Square.

4. Square by St. George's Basilica, Prague

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The market operates on the grounds of Prague Castle, by St. George's Basilica (Náměstí U Svatého Jiří). It's small and cozy. Vendors sell Easter decorations, souvenirs, and sweets, and nearby you get views of St. Vitus Cathedral. If you're heading to Golden Lane, stop by on your way. In the evening, stalls close earlier than in the center.

• The catch: few stalls, a more modest selection of souvenirs.

5. Freedom Square, Brno

Easter festivities have been held at Freedom Square (Náměstí Svobody) in Brno for fifteen years now. Organizers promise more than forty stalls with Easter goods, crafts, and treats (according to Velikonoční slavnosti). Since 2018, a painted two-meter egg, a gift to the city from Croatian artists, has stood on the square. Every day after lunch, traditional music is played, including cimbalom. On weekends, workshops are held here. Visitors paint eggs and weave willow rods.

• Who it's for: families with children, as this market has the most workshops.

6. Republic Square, Pilsen

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In Pilsen, the market sets up on Republic Square (Náměstí Republiky) in the historic center. Alongside stalls with souvenirs and regional food, the city hosts concerts by local musicians (verified 12.09.2026 on the Trhy Plzeň website). Look for Easter dishes, sweets, and regional specialties of the Pilsen Region on the tables. You can also walk around the area. St. Bartholomew's Cathedral stands right on Republic Square, next to the town hall.

• Who it's for: those who want to combine the market with exploring the beer capital.

7. Edvard Beneš square, Liberec

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The Liberec market on Edvard Beneš Square (Náměstí Dr. Edvarda Beneše) runs for ten days (according to Trhy v Liberci). Each day has its own program: Easter fairy tales, workshops, performances by brass bands and children's choirs. Two carousels and a historical shooting gallery are set up for kids, so you can easily keep them busy for a couple of hours. After the market, walk up to the town hall and stroll through the historic center; Liberec sits at the foot of Ještěd.

• The catch: it ends together with the Easter weekend, earlier than the Prague venues.

8. Přemysl Otakar II Square, České Budějovice

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The spring and Easter markets in České Budějovice run for three days, from March 26 to 28, 2026 (according to Kudy z nudy). On Přemysl Otakar II Square (Náměstí Přemysla Otakara II.) vendors sell traditional Czech products and handmade goods. Here you can try local Easter dishes, cakes, homemade jams, honey, wine, and trdelník, a cylindrical spit-baked pastry. This is the shortest market on the list, so pick your date in advance.

• The catch: it runs for less than a week.

9. Blatná Castle, Blatná

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The market at Blatná Castle (zámek Blatná) takes place in the inner courtyard and park, decorated for Easter. In addition to stalls with treats, decorations, crafts, and toys, activities for children are organized in the park and halls. A separate reason to come: an Easter tour of the castle that explains how Easter is celebrated in different countries, including the homeland of the Hildprandt family (according to Zámek Blatná). Blatná is about 100 km from Prague (per the map), and driving is the most convenient option.

• The catch: getting there without a car takes longer, as Blatná sits away from the main routes.

⁉️🤔 Frequently asked questions

When do the Easter markets in Czechia take place in 2026?

The main season runs from late March to mid-April. Prague welcomes visitors from March 21 to April 12, Pilsen from March 25, Brno and Liberec from March 27 (where to go for Easter in Czechia). Ceske Budejovice runs for three days, Blatna Castle is open until April 5. Easter Sunday in 2026 falls on April 5.

How much does it cost to enter the Easter markets in Czechia?

City markets on the squares don't charge an entrance fee, you only pay for food and souvenirs. A separate ticket is needed for the Easter tour of Blatna Castle and for the workshops where you paint an egg. Otherwise the budget is up to you: prices at the stalls of the Pilsen and Brno markets are on par with city cafes.

Which market should you choose if you're in Prague for just one day?

Start with Old Town Square: it's the largest market in the city. Then walk to Namesti Miru, where there are fewer tourists and you'll find honey, textiles, and wine. If you have time left, head up to Prague Castle to St. George's Basilica. That way you'll see three different markets in one day.

How do you get to the markets in Brno, Pilsen, and Liberec?

Direct trains from Prague go to Brno and Pilsen. Liberec and Blatna are easier to visit by car or bus. Book train tickets in advance: seats sell out quickly over the Easter weekend. Check the carrier's website for the exact schedule.

When are the markets least crowded?

On a weekday morning. By lunchtime, tour groups arrive at Old Town Square, and on weekends local families join in. If you want to browse the stalls at a relaxed pace and talk to the artisans, come at opening time.

In short: what's worth booking

If you're traveling between cities, the train is the most convenient option: direct services run from Prague to Brno and Pilsen. Train tickets for Czechia on Trip.com. Book ahead, trains fill up over the Easter weekend.

• If you have one day in Prague: Old Town Square and Namesti Miru.
• If you're traveling with kids: Namesti Svobody in Brno or Namesti Benese in Liberec.
• If you want some quiet: Namesti Miru and the market at St. George's Basilica.
• If you want a castle atmosphere: the market at Blatna Castle.