On December 5th the streets of Prague will be overtaken by colourful, costumed trios made up of Svaty Mikuláš, Čert and Anděl (St Nicholas, the Devil and Angel). Why, you may ask? Well the simple answer is that they are seeking out kids to find if they have been naughty or nice! This historical Czech tradition is impatiently awaited by all children and you can find out more about it by clicking through.
Crazy as it seems, some of Prague’s Christmas Markets are already open, an early start to Advent. This time of year would be so dull without the brightly lit huts huddling around Christmas Trees in our local squares. My tip is to make sure you try the body warming svařák (mulled wine) and other customary treats as you walk around the various craft stands. Following is a list of locations and dates for the most popular markets located all over town.
Prague Playhouse presents a musical adaption of Charles Dickens’ - A Christmas Carol (in English), premiering tonight and every Thursday, Friday and Saturday night until November 26. The production, recommended for adults and children 10 years and over is offering KIP readers via our Facebook page, the opportunity to win 2 tickets to the show on Thursday 24th November. The winner will be the first person who answers our question correctly via email: .(JavaScript must be enabled to view this email address) - so be ready! We will post competition details on our Facebook page at 8pm this evening Continue reading for more details on Prague Playhouse’s production.
Looking for gorgeous cards (in English) for Weddings, Christmas and Birthdays? How about party invites for your kids, lovely gift wrapping and unique gifts? Pillarbox in Vinohrady has a stunning range far outclassing the products available in Prague and I was truly surprised at just how affordable these imported products are. Currently they offer a big range of Christmas cards and wrapping - so drop in and take a look!
Stage Stars is presenting a fantastic English style pantomime - Cinderella in early December. They are offering Kids in Prague readers the opportunity for a family to win 4 tickets to this much anticipated event. We will be posting the competition details on our Facebook page at 6pm this evening, the winner will be the first person who answers the question correctly and send their response to Stage Stars - so be ready! If you haven’t joined our Facebook group, please consider doing so, we add many last minute activities and events to this page. It’s also where you can share any new places or events that others may be interested in and where you can interact with lots of families in Prague.
How often would you like to go and do some sports, preferably fitness, but you have nowhere to leave your child. There are only a few centres have babysitting from 2 months onwards. We have written about Sipkova Family Fitness in Prague 5, now its time to cover the other end of Prague - Vinohrady. This fitness centre is quite ugly from the outside. But inside it’s big, efficient and most importantly they have a big Indoor Playground with BABYSITTING !!! Time to get fit Ladies.
From October to November there are many different Big Top shows throughout Prague. All offer traditional circus performances - acrobats, jugglers, aerial acrobatics, balancing acts, clowns, dancing horses and performing animals. Some offer exotic animal performances, often with a zoo attached. Shows run for 2 hours, typically with an interval. Here is a run down on the 5 major circuses currently performing.
Lately - our favourite restaurant, right next to the Palladium Shopping Mall in the centre of Prague. The food is amazing and the wine even better. This Argentinian restaurant has a great atmosphere and an indoor Play Area for Kids - which makes it perfect. I also totally love the interior of memorabilia and Spanish decor. You step in and you feel like your in an exotic place. They also have a courtyard set up as a winter garden.
PLEASE - read the comments below this article. It is important. Looks like the restaurants changed its manners and you can go here only at your own risk. - Ok now we’ve hit typically miserable November weather so it’s time to share a place I’ve been keeping secret for a while. There is a fantastic miniature train restaurant in the middle of Prague that you and the kids will absolutely love. Guaranteed!
For those looking forward to Halloween in Prague, there are lots of different events held for all ages between 30th October to 5th November. Here’s a round up of just some of the parties and events specifically created for families with kids. So grab your costumes, coats, candles and pumpkins and head out to one of these cool places!
