Velvet Revolution Day: Korzo Národní and free National Gallery

Nov 17 commemorates the 1989 student demonstration on Národní třída that sparked the Velvet Revolution. From 10 a.m. to 8 p.m., Korzo Národní turns the street and nearby venues into a festival of street concerts, art, performances and discussions. You'll also see candles laid at the memorial plaque on the street.

The National Gallery Prague offers free entry to eight of its permanent exhibitions from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m., including Old Masters, Medieval Art and the 1796–1918 and 1918–1938 collections. Temporary exhibitions are not included; the full list is on ngprague.cz. Some shops may keep shorter holiday hours.