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GeneralJune 3, 2026

June 20: RefuFest in Prague to Bring Cultures and Communities Together

RefuFest will return to Prague on June 20, 2026, marking its 20th anniversary edition at VILA Štvanice Theatre and the surrounding outdoor area. The event, organised by the non-profit InBáze, will coincide with World Refugee Day and run under the motto “Courage. Resilience. Responsibility.” RefuFest has long been focused on intercultural exchange and community life in Prague. Organisers say the aim is to create an open space where people from the Czech Republic and abroad can meet through music, food and shared experiences. “This year’s motto reflects the need to return to basic values in a time of uncertainty,” said Barbora Hanzalová from InBáze. Co-organiser Jana Remenárová added that the festival continues to focus on dialogue and mutual understanding. The music programme will feature a mix of international and Czech artists. Among the highlights is the All Star Refjúdží Band, bringing together musicians from China, Kurdistan, Armenia and the United States. Other performances include Cumbia Cooperativa with Afro-Caribbean rhythms, and Balkanzor, a multinational band combining influences from Spain, Peru, France, Greece, Bulgaria and Czechia. View this post on Instagram A post shared by RefuFest (@refufest_inbaze) The line-up also includes Ritmo Gitano, blending flamenco, rumba and salsa with Romani... The post June 20: RefuFest in Prague to Bring Cultures and Communities Together appeared first on Prague Morning.

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GeneralJune 3, 2026

Marriage in Czechia Hits Record Low as Financial Pressure and Uncertainty Grow

Marriage numbers in the Czech Republic have fallen to their lowest level this century, continuing a trend that shows no sign of reversing. In 2025, 42,548 couples got married, according to the Czech Statistical Office. The figure marks a new low and follows several years of gradual decline. The trend is not new, but its direction is becoming more pronounced. In 2013, 43,499 marriages were recorded, a long-time low at the time. A decade later, 2024 saw around 44,500 weddings, briefly interrupting expectations of a steady recovery. The question increasingly raised in Czech society is why fewer people are choosing marriage. One factor is the changing role of marriage in society. Living together without marriage has become standard, and having children outside marriage no longer carries social stigma. Same-sex couples are openly accepted, and long-term relationships are increasingly viewed as valid without formal registration. This shift has reduced the pressure to marry, according to life coach Aleš Kalina, who says that fewer weddings do not automatically mean weaker relationships, but rather different forms of partnership. Practical considerations also play a role. Marriage still offers legal advantages, including inheritance rights, tax benefits, and clearer arrangements regarding children, but many couples see... The post Marriage in Czechia Hits Record Low as Financial Pressure and Uncertainty Grow appeared first on Prague Morning.

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GeneralJune 3, 2026

Prague Museum Night Returns With 60 Museums and Free Entry

Prague Museum Night returns for its 19th edition, offering free or discounted admission at more than 60 venues across the city. One of the biggest additions in 2026 is the participation of the National Gallery Prague. As part of the event, visitors will be able to access several of its major sites, including the Schwarzenberg Palace, Šternberk Palace, Salm Palace and the Convent of St. Agnes. Other newcomers include Rothmayer Villa and Signal Space, a digital art venue located in Prague’s historic center. Signal Space will present its immersive exhibition Echoes of Tomorrow, alongside an interactive children’s zone and a selection of video mapping projects previously featured at the Signal Festival. The heart of this year’s event will once again be the recently renovated Main Building of the Museum of Prague in Florenc. The neo-Renaissance landmark reopened to the public six months ago after a five-year restoration project and will serve as the main meeting point throughout the evening. Outdoor activities will begin at 4 p.m., while the museum building itself opens at 6 p.m. Visitors will be able to explore the museum’s permanent exhibition City in Time, visit the Tělák exhibition and take part in creative workshops designed for... The post Prague Museum Night Returns With 60 Museums and Free Entry appeared first on Prague Morning.

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GeneralJune 3, 2026

Prague Is Getting One of Europe’s Longest Murals This June

A 700-meter concrete wall in Prague 6 is about to become a landmark of contemporary street art. Starting June 15, thirty artists from the Czech Republic and abroad will spend two weeks painting Mural Ruzyně — a project that, once complete, will rank as the third longest collaborative mural in Europe. The wall runs along Vlastina Street in Ruzyně and has long been one of those forgotten stretches of urban infrastructure that nobody really looks at. By the end of June, that changes. What Is Mural Ruzyně The project is initiated by the Prague 6 municipal district and carried out by The Chemistry Gallery as part of the Urban Pictus festival — a biennial event now in its third edition, running from June to September 2026. The painted surface will cover roughly 1,800 square meters, wrapping the theme “The Beauty of the City in Motion” across the full length of the wall. The work runs June 15–30, and the public is welcome to watch the process unfold on site. Who Is Painting It The lineup spans both established names and internationally recognized figures. From the Czech scene: Michal Škapa, Toy Box, Chemis, Sany, and Jakub Tytykalo. The international roster includes... The post Prague Is Getting One of Europe’s Longest Murals This June appeared first on Prague Morning.

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