The current weather is not suitable for going out into nature, but that doesn’t mean you have to stay at home. We provide you with inspiring cultural experience trips that will delight kids of all ages. Are you going to the theater, cinema, museum or rather to the castle?
To the cinema for a new fairy tale Canterville Hunter
A new animated fairy tale for the whole family is now in cinemas, which will entertain audiences young and old. If you like Oscar Wilde’s short stories Canterville Hunter, You definitely shouldn’t miss this film. The story takes you to an ancient English castle, where mind-blowing things happen… For three centuries, Sir Simon de Canterville haunted his home on Canterville Chase and had a great time doing it. However, one day, a modern American family moves into his estate, and the ghost is not easily intimidated.
That’s when the struggle for the position of host began, accompanied by humor and crazy events. Will Sir Simon succeed in banishing the unwanted visitor from his home even though the good old saying no longer applies to him? Director duo Kim Burdon and Robert Chandler are behind the animated fairy tale adaptation of the book of the same name by Oscar Wilde. Robert Chandler, among others, was the producer of the successful animated film The Amazing Maurice from the workshop of director Terry Pratchett. The premiere of the new film will take place on October 26. The film was distributed in the Czech Republic by Bohemia Motion Pictures.
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Follow the wizards and witches at Hogwarts
At the Westfield Chodov shopping center in Prague, you can still do some last-minute browsing today artistic interpretations of iconic locations from the popular Harry Potter film series. As well as visiting interactive environments, you can also look forward to themed activities that will further transport you to the world of magic. The entire event was created in collaboration with Warner Bros, Discovery Global Themed Entertainment and Eventbox and presents a unique opportunity to see, for example, a stylized train replica Hogwarts Express, walk through Hagrid’s hut or try your hand at Quidditch, the famous wizarding competition of throwing cameras into the ring.
Three times a day you will enjoy the waltz dance performance known from the fourth part of the film series. Plus, you can follow the show yourself and learn the steps, then test your knowledge in a knowledge quiz. Harry Potter themed prizes are motivation to take part in the competition. Free admission as a reward for shopping center visitors who spend more than CZK 500 here or buy a gift card of the same value.
Karol and Kvído at the Lucie Bílá Theatre
In September, the new author’s CD of the children’s music duo Karol and Kvído was unveiled. Karol, or singer Karolina Neuvirthová, adored by children, is the main star of the new theater play called Karol and Kvído: The adventure begins. You can visit a nearby show at the Lucie Bílé Theater today, and you have another chance on Sunday, November 5, starting at 10 am.
In the story, you will learn how Karol, Kvído, Lůca and Naty met in our world. Kvid dreams in a fairy tale world about a place where everything looks different. About our human world. Kvído set out to follow us. Lůca and Naty look for Kvíd. The three of them will experience many experiences and pleasures in our human world. How is the result?
You also can’t miss the show Karol and Kvído: A Christmas Story (26.11., 10.12., 17.12.), full of Czech songs and traditions and customs. Christmas is celebrated in the magical world of Karol and Kvída. The story begins the day before Christmas, Kvído is looking forward to Christmas and Karol, together with Naty and Lůca, shows him how such preparations happen in our family. Kvído writes a letter to Santa Claus and believes that Santa Claus will give him what he wants most…
Pumpkin exhibit at Troja Botanical Garden
The Troja Botanical Garden in Prague has prepared a very popular pumpkin exhibition, which you can visit until October 31st. The exhibition will take visitors as far as Asia, and its vision will again encompass giant pumpkin (its size remains a mystery for now). The display of pumpkins in various colors, sizes and shapes will be accompanied by interactive elements and games with pumpkins. The pumpkin decorations prepared by the students of the Czech Horticulture Academy Mělník will remind you of the culture of various corners of Asia. Dragons, geisha, rickshaws, Himalayan peaks, lanterns and other motifs will be on display.
This entire weekend was his Pumpkin game and on the final weekend of October 28 and 29 planned pumpkin carving and pumpkin lantern making. All exhibitions will close on October 31 Halloween celebrations and an evening lantern parade through the park.
Mysteries of Riddles in the Little Theatre
Who’s do not know Fast arrow, Širokko and the mysterious Stínadl full of evil Vont? Foglar’s legendary stories come to life, introduce them to your children. What can you expect from this show? On the Other Side, a mysterious picture depicting a puzzle appears on the peeling wall. Who drew him there and why? Swift Arrows decides to cross Dividing Alley and head into the dark Shades to uncover its mystery. What will he learn there? Who is the mysterious Jan Tleskač?
Will Quick Arrows be able to realize his amazing discovery plan? Will he reveal the identity of the mysterious masked figure? And who will Vonta Agung choose? These are just a few of the many questions waiting to be answered. You can find the program and performance dates at minor.cz.
Fairytale tour of the castle in Náchod
Fun castle, that’s the motto of the popular event for children at Náchod castle. This weekend and next weekend you have the last chance, before the end of the season, to visit the castle and take a fairy tale tour around the castle. Together with the ladies-in-waiting, chambermaids or maids You and your children can go on an unusual adventure, which can meet you at the ducal palace in Náchod! An interactive tour is set up for young visitors, where children, together with costumed guides, complete small tasks to be handled by servants in the Duke’s Palace and learn how things work at Náchod Castle under the guidance of Peter Biron, father of “Mrs. Princess” of Babička. Children’s tours will start today at 10:15, 12:15 and 14:15.
To the theater behind the legendary Hurvínek
Accept invitations to famous ones Spejbla and Hurvínek Theatres. If you are nostalgic for the wooden puppets we all loved as children, and you want to bring their world closer to your descendants, go to a show with them. Hurvínek’s weekend was chaotic, played today, Sunday from 10.30am and 2pm (and at the same times next Sunday October 29). The story of a complicated weekend afternoon, which hurts not only Hurvínek, Mánička, Mr. Spejbl and Mrs. Kateřina, but also two teddy bears who escaped from the circus, is full of songs and terrifying situations and will delight even the smallest viewers.
Another great show has a name Hurvínek and King Kutu. In this game, you will find out what happens when the ruler of the land grows old, gets bored, dangerous bloodthirsty vermin takes over, and the advisors agree to do whatever it takes just to keep their place. Chaos and stupidity will reign in the kingdom. Can Madame Kateřina cook a cure for dullness?
Merkur equipment museum: a paradise for all boys (and dads)
Merkur’s legendary metal equipment museum can be found in Polici nad Metují. This is a truly unique place You will get to know the history and present of this authentic Czech equipment, one of the most famous toys for children. The oldest equipment from the 1920s is also on display, but they have not forgotten the most modern trends, such as working with virtual reality. You’ll get a close-up look at the largest building ever built from this kit, called “Steel City” by builder Jiří Mládek, inspired by Jules Verne’s novel of the same name.
In the Museum you will also find the giant Merkur railway station “O” in scale 1:45 or the Petřín lookout tower. But you don’t have to just watch, you can let your creativity run wild and try create your own work. In the historic basement of the museum building, an exhibition focused on mining technology was held two years ago, including blast furnaces and mining excavators. You can find out more at merkurpolice.cz.
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