10 Things to Do in Prague in March

Among the highlights of March is the FebioFest, an international and world-renowned film festival. You can also enjoy the Easter markets, which have a very pleasant atmosphere. Some gardens already open their gates and the nightlife starts to take off with the Zizkov night. In addition, and due to the noticeable improvement of the weather, you can take the opportunity to go on excursions to get to know the surroundings of Prague.

Zizkov Night is a festival held on the last weekend of March. The name refers to the area where the event takes place (Zizkov) and features theaters, cinemas, bars, Prague breweries, cafes and other spaces intended for various comedy, music and short film programs.

The idea of the festival is that for approximately 24 euros, the ticket price, you can have access for 3 nights to any establishment located in the area and enjoy most of the events. You can also buy separate tickets for some specific shows.

And if you are a beer lover but your stay does not coincide with the Zizkov Night, you can not miss the beer tour in Prague, where you will taste an unlimited number of beers.

An unmissable plan when you go to the Czech capital is to take a scenic cruise through Prague, but it is even more appealing if the freezing winter temperatures are giving way to milder weather with little chance of rain as it happens at this time of year.

Around the Vltava River in Prague there is a lot of life and, on many occasions, open-air festivals are organized where you can taste the best of the popular Czech cuisine.

If this is not the case and it does not coincide with your stay in the Czech capital, you can always book a lunch cruise or a dinner cruise. Great!

Despite the distances, there is a lot of Irish atmosphere in the city of Prague. What's more, an Irish-style music and dance festival is held in mid-March in various pubs around the city. The music and dance groups come from Ireland and the Czech Republic and include a variety of different styles of Irish music, from traditional to modern.

All concerts and performances of the Irish Music Festival take place in different Irish pubs in Prague, although the most prominent pub for this celebration is Caffrey's, known for its traditional folk performances.

If you find yourself in Prague in March, you can't miss this musical and gastronomic event, and if lounging at the bar is your thing, you can't miss the Prague pub crawl. You'll love it!

Just two hours from Prague is one of the most beautiful cities in the Czech Republic. I am talking about Karlovy Vary, a place full of charm that you can easily reach by booking an excursion from Prague, to enjoy a relaxing day visiting a spa with sauna, whirlpool and steam bath.

Although you will not only know about this relaxing bath, since there is much to see in Karlovy Vary.

Its historical center with the famous colonnades, symbols of the city, its thermal springs or the Vridlo fountain, are some of the places you should not miss.

Easter is an important holiday in the Czech Republic, as it is in many Eastern European cultures. It usually falls in late March or early April; in any case, you can visit Prague's Easter Markets in the weeks leading up to the celebration and throughout March, where you'll find traditionally painted Easter eggs (called kraslice in Czech) and souvenirs to buy.

Two of Prague's most popular Easter markets are located within 5 minutes of each other, and at both you'll find

• In the Old Town Square.
• In Wenceslas Square.

In addition, during the month of March the whole city will be decorated with Easter paraphernalia. The Charles Bridge will be decorated with birch branches, ribbons and flowers; so I recommend you to visit it.

The Dyzajn market is a kind of fair held in mid-March to welcome spring with art and style. At this market several designers take advantage of the popularity of the fair to exhibit their designs and put some of their collections on sale.

Many of the locals take advantage of this passing market to purchase some limited production garments and look stylish throughout the spring season. Despite the limited production, prices are affordable.

Admission is completely free, and the market is open from 10 am to 6 pm.

St. Matthew's Fair (Matějská pouť) takes place in Výstaviště and is accessible from 10 AM, until 10 PM. Tickets are free; however, each attraction has a different cost.

St. Matthew's Fair opens at the end of February but runs throughout the month of March! At this fair you can visit more than 120 attractions, including roller coasters, fun houses, chain carousels and swings of different heights, depending on how adventurous you are.

The Young Bohemian Prague Festival takes place at the end of March and lasts about three days.

It is an event focused on young people between 8 and 26 years old where music, food, singing and dancing abound. There are different activities every day, so you won't get bored.

The location of the event varies each year, but you may be able to get there by booking a seat on the Prague sightseeing bus.

The Heřmaňák Fair is a seasonal fruit and vegetable market that is only open during the month of March, specifically on Saturdays from 08:00 to 14:00.

However, it is so beautifully decorated and has so many delicious and varied products that it attracts locals and tourists who take advantage of the atmosphere to take pictures before shopping. If you miss vegetarian food, this is the time!

During the month of March, most parks are not yet open to the public, with the exception of the Vojanovy Sady Gardens, one of the largest gardens in Prague, which is hidden behind the streets and walls of Mala Strana, just three minutes walk from Charles Bridge.

So, during these dates you will have the privilege of seeing magnolia trees and a sea of daffodils. A landscape that is in stark contrast to most areas of Prague, where the aftermath of winter still lingers.

In Vojanovy Sady peacocks strut and squawk for attention, climbing the magnolia trees to watch the locals from a distance. A wonderful place to escape the crowds and breathe in the smell of spring.

Although temperatures rise rapidly throughout the month of March, spring in Prague does not officially begin until March 21, so it is not surprising that it is cold at the beginning of the month. The average high temperature is about 8°C, while the average low temperature is 1°C.

The cloudiness continues throughout March, although precipitation decreases considerably. If it is very cold, then snow is possible, although the chances are still very low. On sunny days, I recommend taking a walk around the city in a light jacket or sweater - you'll see how pleasant it feels.

When packing for your trip to Prague in March remember to pack sweaters and long-sleeved shirts, as the weather can change when you least expect it. A heavy jacket or coat along with gloves and a hat is also a good idea, just in case (especially if you plan to go at the beginning of the month).

In March the nightlife in Prague starts to take off, so pack some comfortable clothes to go out. There are places to suit all tastes, from local bars to wild techno clubs, but you can also opt for something quieter and more cultural by booking a night tour of Prague.

Daylight saving time begins in the Czech Republic, and most of Europe, on the last Sunday in March, so don't forget to update your watch.

Since it is low season, many of the city's most popular attractions, such as Prague's Old Town and Prague Castle, will have few visitors. I recommend you take advantage of this to see the city's most important buildings and, for example, take a guided tour of Prague Castle

The week before Easter is considered spring break for most students throughout Europe, although not in the Czech Republic. However, Prague is a popular destination for many foreign students, hence you may see price hikes throughout this month. Book early!