HIGHLIGHTS 2012, 2013
náměstí Svornosti 2
38101 Český Krumlov
Contact: Infocentrum Český Krumlov
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Location: Český Krumlov
Type: Highlights
Rallye Český Krumlov
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| 25.05.2012 - 26.05.2012 (Fr-Sa) |
The tradition of the car race, which belongs among the top motor events in the country, began in 1971. The race track leads both contestants and spectators to interesting places of the region that otherwise remain concealed from many visitors. The start of the race as well as the winners' ceremony taking place in the vicinity of the historical centre are always a welcome spectacle among youths keen on roaring engines, and other fans.
Revolving Auditorium
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| 07.06.2012 - 02.09.2012 (Mo-Su) |
The legendary Revolving Auditorium is set in the Castle Gardens, providing you an unforgettable experience of performances such as Robin Hood, Freischütz, Beauty and the Beast, Carmina Burana, Water Nymph, Three Musketeers, Henry the VIII’s Wives or the Poor (Future) King, and King of the Gypsies.
Five-Petalled Rose Celebrations
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| 22.06.2012 - 23.06.2012 (Fr-Sa) | |
| 21.06.2013 - 23.06.2013 (Fr-Su) |
The famous Lords of Rožmberk (Rosenberg) who once owned the dominion are back! The spirit of the Renaissance age is brought back to life for three days with the hubbub of jousts, craft fairs, medieval music, street plays, and fencing duels to culminate with the highlight of the festival – a spectacular procession in historical costumes featuring knights on horseback and many notables linked with the history of the town. No matter what the age or the expectations of the visitors are, all will certainly enjoy themselves.
Chamber Music Festival
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| 29.06.2012 - 08.07.2012 (Fr-Su) | |
| 28.06.2013 - 07.07.2013 (Fr-Su) |
With summer comes a music festival with the oldest tradition in town. Due to being favoured by renowned domestic and international musicians, the once modest local event has gradually grown into a popular cultural event of immense world repute. One of the highly sought-after highlights of the festival programme is Music Through the Ages, which offers excursions of the castle interiors with live music played on contemporary musical instruments. A true pearl for the festival visitors is the genuine 18th-century feast titled Baroque Night at Český Krumlov Castle®.
International Music Festival Český Krumlov
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| 20.07.2012 - 18.08.2012 (Th-Su) | |
| 19.07.2013 - 24.08.2013 (Th-Su) |
You will have a hard time finding a longer-running musical event of this size on the Czech cultural scene. The festival has gained immense repute due to the liaison of the attractive ambience of the historical town with music concerts of different genres from the 15th century up to the present, featuring a number of famous domestic and international artists. The festival is not only the highlight of the Krumlov cultural summer but clearly a leading cultural event in the Czech Republic. This is more than proved by renowned artists whose names have become associated with the festival and many of whom have returned to the festival repeatedly, such as singer Eva Urbanová, violinists Gabriela Demeterová and Pavel Šporcl, the American sopranos Renée Fleming and Alison Bolshoi, conductorMaxim Shostakovich, Argentinean tenor José Cura, and many others.
Czech Royal Music Festival Zlatá Koruna
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| 15.08.2012 - 28.09.2012 (Mo-Su) |
The Royal Music Festival in Zlatá Koruna offers visitors a genuine musical experience combined with a pleasant trip. The musical experience is emphasized by the magnificent Gothic interiors of the Cistercian Monastery.
Jazzky Krumlov
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| 05.09.2012 - 08.09.2012 (We-Sa) | |
| 04.09.2013 - 07.09.2013 (We-Sa) |
It's not only classical music that resounds through this picturesque medieval town. The local acoustics favour other music genres as well. This year-round series of concerts of jazz and alternative music culminates in early September with a traditional weekend festival, during which big-time domestic and international names of these music genus perform at highly untraditional places.
Day without Barriers Český Krumlov
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| 08.09.2012 (Sa) | |
| 07.09.2013 (Sa) |
A visit to the historical town centre: A pleasant walk for some and for others, a challenge full of impassable barriers. On this day, however, Český Krumlov is also open to all handicapped visitors. All stairs, whether at the castle or at its museums and galleries, seem to vanish from the town. Visually impaired visitors can “look” at house facades and the more adventurous will definitely enjoy a ride down the river on a flatboat or a raft. Moreover, a fair with products from protected workshops and an mundant cultural programme will certainly enrich this day full of unforgettable experiences.
European Heritage Days (EHD)
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| 08.09.2012 - 16.09.2012 (Mo-Su) | |
| 07.09.2013 - 15.09.2013 (Mo-Su) |
European Heritage Days render a unique and one-of-a-kind opportunity to see usually inaccessible places of major historical monuments and to become familiar with the processes involved in their conservation and restoration. In accompanying expert lectures, visitors may learn many interesting facts relating to construction history and current findings.
Festival of Baroque Arts
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| 15.09.2012 - 23.09.2012 (Th-Su) | |
| 20.09.2013 - 22.09.2013 (Fr-Su) |
After centuries, the timeless works of Baroque artists – architects and music composers – meet once again to create a one-of-a-kind cultural event. The town’s authentic historical premises resound with the tones of contemporary music: Sacral music echoes through the monastery church and the unique Baroque Castle Theatre becomes a stage for operas.
Saint Wenceslas Celebrations
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| 28.09.2012 - 29.09.2012 (Fr-Sa) | |
| 27.09.2013 - 29.09.2013 (Fr-Su) |
In addition to being the patron saint of the lands of Bohemia, Saint Wenceslas is the patron saint of brewers and winemakers, which is commemorated by the traditional autumn festivities offering a cultural as well as a rich gourmet experience. The pleasant atmosphere of the autumn festivities is augmented by the festival of folk ensembles and the Saint Wenceslas Fair. The cherry on top is certainly the unforgettable evening excursion to the town’s museums and galleries, garnished with an impressive accompanying programme.
ECOFILM
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| 08.10.2012 - 14.10.2012 (Mo-Su) | |
| 07.10.2013 - 13.10.2013 (Mo-Su) |
Since 1997, Český Krumlov has become one of the stops of this film festival, designated for all who care about the environment in which they live, and how they live. The liaison of the festival with the historical town on the Vltava is by no means accidental: Ecofilm currently focuses also on culture and the issue of monument conservation.
Krumlov Boating Marathon
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| 13.10.2012 (Sa) | |
| 12.10.2013 (Sa) |
The wide variety of activities associated with Český Krumlov also features major sports competitions, one of which certainly is the river marathon, with the largest number of contestants in the Czech Republic. Every year, the river marathon attracts hundreds of keen watermen, ranging from strict amateurs to top-class international athletes. The river marathon weekend offers an abundant accompanying programme for the general public and does not forget our youngest visitors, too.
Advent and Christmas in Český Krumlov
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| 30.11.2012 - 06.01.2013 (Mo-Su) | |
| 29.11.2013 - 06.01.2014 (Mo-Su) |
When winter comes, Český Krumlov shows a completely different face. A face filled with peace and poetry. The Advent season is a time of cheerful gatherings, starting with the lifting of the Christmas tree, carols, treats given to children on St. Nicholas' Eve and letters written by children to Baby Jesus. The festive time before Christmas culminates with a living Nativity scene that tells the biblical story through singing, dancing and plentiful music accompaniment. On Advent weekends visitors can enjoy the old Bohemian Christmas fair offering punch and traditional Christmas cookies, the delicious scent of which spreads throughout the town each day and evokes a festive feeling in everyone. Families with children can enjoy themselves on Christmas Eve at a gathering in the first castle courtyard and celebrate Christmaswith the Krumlov bears. Celebrations welcoming the New Year in Český Krumlov also offer one-of–a-kind magical and poetic moments.
Information
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In Český Krumlov, 31st July 2008 – all information subject to change!
Valentine´s Day 2012
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| 10.02.2012 - 19.02.2012 (Mo-Su) |
Surprise your loved one with an unforgettable Valentine‘s weekend!
Escape from the stress and trivialities of everyday to a unique place where you can spend time with each other. Come to Český Krumlov. The picturesque little streets and hidden corners of this medieval town are ideal for romantic walks. Especially in this time of the year when you encounter only a handful of tourists you can enjoy undisturbed quality time together. Egon Schiele also fell in love with Český Krumlov. Today you can admire his drawings in the Egon Schiele Art Center. Should you prefer the art of photography, we recommend visiting the House of Photography or the unique Museum Photo Studio Seidel.
You can also sample the favorite drink of many men and also some women, beer, during the guided tour of the local Eggenberg brewery. It is a well-known fact that love goes through the stomach and so you should also include a visit to one of the cosy local pubs or restaurants in your itinerary. And although love gives you inner fire, you will also surely appreciate the warmth of a burning fire place and enjoy a meal from a special Valentine‘s menu. After a lovely meal you can retunr back to the streets and with the help of a guide uncover the lucky and unlucky stories of many different loves from the legends of this town. You can also admire the beauty of Český Krumlov from a horseback during a trip through the countryside.
Your trip should also include a visit to the sauna or to the salt cave where you can pleasantly relax together. A romantically decorated room will welcome you back after a day filled with experiences.
Shrovetide
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| 18.02.2012 - 21.02.2012 (Sa-Tu) | |
| 09.02.2013 - 12.02.2013 (Sa-Tu) |
The old tradition of Shrove Tuesday folk festivals has been revived along with its typical Carnival featuring a procession of colourful masks, street plays, conjurers, and musicians, as well as an abundant feast and dancing because Shrovetide marks the end of the festive season and the beginning of Lent.
Magical Krumlov
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| 30.04.2012 - 01.05.2012 (Mo-Tu) | |
| 30.04.2013 - 01.05.2013 (Tu-We) |
The fairytale ambience of the medieval town combines with the magic of May Day Eve to set the stage for the celebration of the Month of Love. During the festive evening, you can enjoy a whirl of witches, the building of a maypole, live music, and a lantern procession, while on May Day you can visit exhibitions and expositions free of charge within the Museum and Gallery Open Day, which will offer a number of new and interesting displays and events.
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