10 Things to Do in Prague in February

Despite being a month full of fairs and parades, curiously, it is one of the months in which there are fewer tourists in Prague, hence it is considered one of the best months to visit Prague, especially if you like the party atmosphere. It is also a very gastronomic month and you will be able to enjoy some of the delights of Czech cuisine.

The downside is that it gets dark early, between 4 and 5 pm, so you should plan your day very well to make the most of those moments of light.

Nowadays Prague is one of the best destinations for lovers, as the baroque and neo-renaissance style of most of the buildings and squares in the city gives it a very romantic air. In addition, you have several bridges with gas lighting from which to observe spectacular views of the city of Prague.

Many venues offer special packages for Valentine's Day, and some of the best restaurants in Prague serve special menus for lovers in front of the warm fireplaces. In addition, it is the day with the biggest discounts on jewelry, especially for the purchase of Czech garnets.

But if there is a star plan with which to surprise your partner is making one of the dinner cruises on the Prague river. I recommend, of course, that you book in advance because as you can imagine in these dates there are many requests. Re-enamor your partner by sailing on the Vltava River.

One of the most important celebrations of the month of February in Prague is the Masopust, it is the biggest parade or procession and takes place at the end of February; a way to say goodbye to this month in a big way.

The procession usually starts in the afternoon and takes place at Jiriho z Podebrad square in the Zizkov district. From here, a ceremonial procession of masked characters and huge papier-mâché puppets in the form of devils, farm animals and carts takes over the streets with music and dancing all the way to the Town Hall. You can enjoy the parade for free and even participate.

Upon arrival at City Hall, tradition dictates that the mayor must come out and give the marchers the key to the city. This procession continues to the Viktoria Zizkov stadium, a huge green lawn where a fair of dancers, food and entertainment continues late into the night.

Take a tour of Prague's best pubs

A great plan to top off the festive day is to tour the best pubs in Prague on a pub crawl, one of the best things to do at night in the Czech capital. Thanks to a local guide you can find out which are the trendiest pubs, enjoy the best music and even have an open bar.

'Victorious February' lasts from February 21 to February 28, as it coincides with the confrontation between the former Soviet Union and the former Czechoslovak Republic. Given the historical importance of this week, many museums in the city open their doors completely free of charge so that tourists can learn more about the history of this great nation.

If I have to recommend one museum in particular to enjoy a free visit, it would be the Museum of Communism (this museum will be open from 9 am to 9 pm).

Victorious February is a date celebrated by all Czech communities, as in 1948 the Soviet-backed Communist Party officially took control of the government in what was then Czechoslovakia.

If you want to know more about the communist past of the city I recommend you to take the communism tour with access to a nuclear bunker, one of the best tours and excursions to do in Prague.

While it's true that winter in Prague is the best time to enjoy snow and good food, February is the month when Prague 's gastronomy is at its peak.

Some of the dishes that thrive in February are cesnecka (garlic soup with croutons), gulás (thick stew) or knedliky (steamed and sliced meatballs).

Another gastronomic highlight in February are cheeses, which are served almost everywhere. Highlights include nakládaný hermelin cheese, a soft cheese that has been marinated in oil, peppers and onions; and smazený sýr cheese, a fried cheese coated in breadcrumbs that is usually served with a side of fries and tartar sauce.

You can discover all the Czech delicacies on a gastronomic tour of the city of Prague. The accompanying guide will also tell you about the origin and how the traditional dishes are made.

The carnival as we know it is called the Bohemian Carnival in Prague and is one of the most famous in Europe. It takes place at the end of February and usually lasts about a week.

The streets and squares of this capital are transformed into a fantasy party filled with colors, costumes, masks and floats. During the carnival, there are many festivities in George of Podebrady Square. This square is home to live music, food, drink, street parties and costumed characters.

However, if you are looking for a more colloquial carnival atmosphere, I recommend visiting the neighborhood of Žižkov or the Prague Castle district, these are the most atmospheric for these dates. It is also a good time for a tour of the Jewish quarter, as it also joins the festivities.

The Mala Inventura Festival is an annual festival held for about a week at the end of February in some of the most important venues such as Alfred ve dvoře or La Fabrika (cultural center located in the Holešovice district of Prague).

It is a festival that focuses mainly on Prague' s dance culture and where you can see dance performances along with audiovisual projections and creative creations that will leave you amazed.

To attend it is necessary to book a ticket on the official website of the event.No doubt this famous festival will make you appreciate an artistic side of Prague that you may not have known about.

If you are a true pork lover, I recommend you to visit the traditional Czech celebration of Zabíjačka meat. This festival takes place in some of the largest restaurants in the city and is usually held at the beginning of February. Visit the tradition's website for changes.

February is the month when most meat is consumed in the Czech Republic. According to medieval tradition, in this period, Czech and Moravian farmers slaughter adult piglets and prepare various meat dishes.

This tradition is also a manifestation of respect, as the slaughtering of pigs in Zabíjačka is only allowed by the most senior butchers, so that all edible parts of the animal can be used. The most popular dishes you will find are blood and liver sausages, cracklings, aspic, meat pie, traditional pork ham and various soups.

This traditional event begins in mid-February and runs through March. The Matějská Festival in Prague is always full of attractions (traditional Czech and international), but also refreshments, food stalls and a varied accompanying program. For more information about this fair visit the official site of this one.

The festival stems from the Matějská pilgrimage tradition, a tradition whose first records date back to 1595. Today it is a kind of family fun festival with a little traditional flair. The event also includes a "Day for disabled children and children from orphanages" and you can enjoy all the celebrations and attractions at the Prague Fairgrounds.

Matthew's Fair takes place in a large park called Stromovka in Vystaviste, it is a very traditional fair with many attractions (grasshoppers, roller coasters, car track, fair booths...) and various food stalls. It usually starts in mid-February and you can easily reach it by streetcar from the center of Prague.

The fair lasts about 2 weeks and admission is free during weekdays and about 1 euro during weekends. This, of course, does not include the rides. To get on any of the rides you have to go there and buy a ticket.

If you visit Prague in January you will find that the ski crowds tend to head to Prague's frozen rivers; however, in February, the crowds and ski fans prefer to head to the city's parks. This is because the slightly warmer temperatures and less solid snow make skiing through the trees much safer.

In addition, in the month of February, and in some of the parks like SkiPark Praha, you can find everything**: equipment rental, experienced instructors** and a great circuit to hone your skills. You don't have to book anything in advance, everything can be done on the fly once you get there, there's more than enough space.

In addition to SkiPark Praha, one of the city's largest parks, Ladronka, offers plenty of open spaces and walking trails; perfect for an afternoon of exploring.

For visiting Prague in February I recommend packing plenty of winter clothing, especially if you plan on skiing or enjoying the city's most interesting sights on foot.

While it may not be as cold as in January, the skies are almost always cloudy, so you'll want to pack some sweaters, long-sleeved shirts, pants and a warm winter coat.

Thermal leggings and underwear can also come in handy especially on cold days when temperatures drop below 0 degrees. In addition, you should also not forget to bring waterproof shoes, an umbrella, as precipitation abounds in the middle of February.

As in the rest of Central Europe, the winter weather in February in Prague can be intense. Days are usually cloudy and windy. The average high is at 3 degrees, and the average low is at -3 degrees.

Temperatures during February can fluctuate, but the high rarely drops below -4 degrees or rises above 12 degrees. In general, you can expect about 12 days of precipitation during the month, precipitation that may fall as rain or snow depending on the daytime temperature.

Although days remain relatively short during the first half of the month with about nine hours of daylight, daylight hours begin to lengthen significantly at the end of the month, adding an additional hour and a half to the day in late February. However, due to thick cloud cover, don't expect much sunshine.

February is one of the months with more price drops, both for flights and accommodation, as most tourists prefer to visit Prague in summer or spring.

February is a very famous month for gastronomy in the city of Prague, so take advantage of these dates to try some of the most traditional dishes.

Although the Christmas and holiday markets will have closed, you will still find some places to buy food and hot drinks to warm up, especially at the craft markets that appear throughout the month of February.

Carnival is not always celebrated on the same day, so if you are visiting Prague especially to enjoy the parades and processions, before planning your trip to Prague, be sure to check all the dates.

The first signs of spring in Prague appear at the end of the month, so if you stay until the end of the month you may appreciate the attractive contrast.