This May too, you can bear witness to the Ride of the Kings in Vlčnov – a folklore tradition, which you have the opportunity of experiencing. This folk celebration, which used to be held in every larger village, is now only observed in Moravian Slovakia and Haná. Ride of the Kings has been included in the UNESCO list since last year as one of the “masterpieces of oral and intangible world heritage”.

Location: Vlčnov

For athletics fans, the Czech Republic this year offers the now 51st year of the Golden Spike meeting in Ostrava – Vítkovice. Just like every year, onlookers will be able to see lots of superb athletes from all over the world here.

Location: Vítkovice City Stadium, Ostrava

This is the full name of the monstrous event, which is again to be held in Brno. At the start of the summer season, the city is again planning a varied programme for its inhabitants and visitors full of entertainment and surprises. Absolutely everybody will be catered for because the programme is very varied. From culture and education, right through to sport – all of this will be contained in the offer...

Location: City of Brno

The programme for this year's 8th annual festival of classical, jazz and film music will be truly rich.

Location: Municipal House (Obecní dům), nám. Republiky 5, Prague and other locations