Event Dates
From: Thursday, October 15, 2026
To: Sunday, October 18, 2026
Prague Signal
Festival of Lights 2026
Each October, the city of Prague transforms into a visual wonderland as the historical centre of the town hosts performances of light & sound
Prague Signal – Festival of Lights 2026
Each October, the city of Prague transforms into a visual wonderland as the historical centre of the town turns into a space ready for new ideas with dynamic performances of light and sound.
- Prague is a busy city, especially during events and festivals. Stay in the old town close to all the city’s attractions and bars. The Julius Prague is rated “Exceptional” by guests with deluxe suites and studios, modern decor and superb location.
The Event
- Next Edition: Thursday 15th October, 2026 – Sunday 18th October, 2026.
- Prague Signal Festival turns the city into a live stage featuring live video mapping on the old town buildings for four days.
- Over the years, the event has expanded to become a renowned digital art festival across many new venues and locations.
- Experience the lights from your hotel balcony and enjoy stunning views over the river and Prague Castle at The President Hotel. The hotel offers guests spacious rooms and a sublime spa, pool and wellness centre.
The Installations
- Embarking on two distinct festival routes, “two main walking routes: City Centre (Centrum) and Vinohrady.
- Practical start-points: Metro stations: Náměstí Republiky / Staroměstská (City Centre), Náměstí Míru / Jiřího z Poděbrad (Vinohrady).
- Signal Festival hosts an impressive array of multimedia installations.
- 20 installations are available for everyone to enjoy.
- Of these, 13 are free (public outdoor) and 7 are in the paid indoor “Signal INSIDE” zone.
- Whether you're a family with children, an enthusiast of light and sound, a theater lover, or an advocate for participatory projects, there's something to captivate your senses.
- Daily evening hours for outdoor installations: 19:00–24:00
- Awaiting full schedule of installations for the 2026 edition.
Signal INSIDE Zones
- Signal INSIDE is a set of seven ticketed indoor sites along both routes.
- They are set mostly in the City Centre (Old Town/Josefov/Nové Město), with two in Vinohrady.
- Signal INSIDE (ticketed, indoor) zone offers a day‐ticket, 4-day ticket and VIP tickets (with extras) available.
Video Mapping and 3D Projections
- The façade of the tower of the Old Town Hall was used for a video-mapping for the first time in 2025 and is set to return inn 2026.
- Don't miss the 3D projection on a water wall (10 m x 20 m) above the Vltava at Dvořák Embankment.
Top Tips
- Over the years, the festival has grown, and it is no longer located in just one area. The exhibits are spread out over more than 12km, so plan your visit in advance and consider exploring the different venues over two or three days to experience everything.
- For fewer crowds head out Thursday or Sunday; aim to be at key installations by 7 pm to catch the full evening light show before peak hours.
- Grab a hot drink of Mead, Grog, Cider, Punch or Mulled wine to keep you warm. Delicious.
- Get the Prague Pass in advance and save time and money with a digital ticket that includes Prague Castle and the Jewish Museum and get special offers on tours, entertainment, food, and shopping.
Where to stay in Prague?
The following hotels are currently trending with our readers. All are close to the city's top attractions in the old town and close to the city's gay bars.
Hotel Rott, U Prince Hotel, Perla Hotel, Boutique Hotel Seven Days
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Where we stay!
The Allure Hotel Prague is a great
choice when in Prague, right in the centre
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Gay Map of Prague
There is no main gay village or district in Prague. Instead the bars are spread out over town areas, mainly in the city centre and in the Vinohrady district.
Address: Celetna 7 / 600, Entrance Stupartska 2, Prague
- Luxury boutique beside Old Town Square.
- Elegant rooms; some with Týn Church views.
- Duplex suites for extra space and light.
- Big breakfast and a cozy Library Bar.
- Calm base within minutes of major sights.
- Website
Address: Žitná 46120 00 Prague 4-Nové Město, Czech Republic
- Classic building near Wenceslas Square.
- Quiet rooms, comfy beds, fast Wi-Fi.
- Hot and cold buffet breakfast daily.
- Small wellness area with sauna and tub.
- Easy walk to sights and transit.
- Website
Address: Vladislavova 20110 00 Prague 1-New Town, Czech Republic
- Central New Town location near sights.
- Calm rooms with comfy beds and Wi-Fi.
- Hearty buffet breakfast each morning.
- Friendly staff and quick check-in.
- Solid base for walking Prague.
- Website
Address: Male Namesti 4/138, Prague, 110 00, Czech Republic
- Old Town location near the Clock.
- Calm rooms, comfy beds, quick Wi-Fi.
- Hearty breakfast with hot options.
- Helpful staff and simple transfers.
- Easy base for walking the sights.
- Website
Address: Rytirská 10, Prague 11000
- Modern café minutes from Old Town Square.
- Great cakes, good coffee, and light plates.
- Quick service; lively, design-led space.
- Terrace tables for people-watching.
- Easy stop from morning to late.
- Open: Daily 10am–11pm
- Website
Address: Vinohradská 40, Prague 12000
- Brunch-focused café in Radiopalác.
- Clean design and a calm crowd.
- Good coffee, cakes, and light plates.
- Quick service and fair pricing.
- Easy pause near Náměstí Míru.
- Open: Daily 9am–6pm
- Website
Address: Opatovická 166/12, Prague 11000
- Small, friendly LGBT café-bar.
- Good coffee, spritzes, and basics.
- Two levels; easy spot to mingle.
- Fair prices and welcoming staff.
- Handy Old Town location.
- Open: Daily 3pm–2am
- Website
Address: Martinská 5, Prague 11000
- Gay-friendly café-bar near Old Town Sq.
- Casual by day, lively late at night.
- Basement dance floor on busy nights.
- Fair prices; friendly team behind the bar.
- Simple stop for a Prague bar hop.
- Open: Mon–Thu 12pm–01am, Fri 12pm–3am, Sat-Sun 2pm–3am
- Website
Address: Bartolomejská 11, Prague 11000
- Gay bar and club in Prague Old Town with nightly themes
- Karaoke, drag shows, DJs and party nights from 9pm
- Mixed crowd, relaxed vibe, tourist friendly
- Small dancefloor, lively bar, late weekend finish
- Solid stop on a Prague 1 nightlife crawl
- Open: 9pm till Late
- Website
Address: Gorazdova 11, Prague 12000
- Gay club in Nové Město since 1998
- Upstairs bar and shop, downstairs dance floor
- Karaoke, drag shows, themed party nights
- Mixed local and tourist crowd, easy vibe
- Best after 11pm on weekends
- Open: Daily from 2pm till Late
- Website
Address: Mikovcova 581/12, Prague 12000
- Gay bar near I. P. Pavlova with a friendly mix
- Pop nights, drag shows, karaoke through the week
- Compact room, buzzy after 11pm on weekends
- Good value drinks and quick service
- Easy hop to other Prague 2 spots
- Open: Tuesday to Thursday 6pm–3am, Friday to Saturday 6pm–4am
- Sunday 6pm–3am
Address: Rímská 21, Prague 12000
- Cozy cellar gay bar in Vinohrady
- Ring, descend, and settle in for cheap drinks
- Mixed ages, chatty vibe, local regulars
- Pop and electro, low-key parties, rotating themes
- Best after 10pm, walkable from Náměstí Míru
- Open: Monday to Thursday 7pm–1am
- Friday to Saturday 7pm–3am, (Sunday closed)
Address: Krymská 17, Prague 10100
- Queer café, bar and gallery in Vršovice
- Art exhibits by day, bar and events by night
- Welcoming gay-friendly crowd and visitors
- Karaoke, community feel, cozy upstairs area
- Open: Tuesday to Sunday: 5 pm–1 am (Monday: closed)
- Website
Address: Koubkova 15, Prague 12000
- Classic LGBTQ+ bar in Vinohrady
- Happy hour 5–7 pm and pop jukebox
- Drag shows, bingo, quiz nights
- Friendly local crowd with visitors
- Good pre-club stop near I. P. Pavlova
- Open: Daily 5pm–1am.
- Website
Address: Polska 32, Prague 12000
- Cozy LGBTQ+ bar near TerMIX in Vinohrady
- Cocktails, pop tunes, easygoing crowd
- English-speaking staff and traveller friendly
- Good warm-up stop on a Prague 2 crawl
- Theme nights and quizzes appear on their feed
- Open: Daily 7pm–1am, Fri–Sat 7pm–2am
Address: Mezibranská 3, Prague 11000
- Classic gay pub near Wenceslas Square
- Three rooms a jukebox and cheap drafts
- Mature local and bear-friendly crowd
- Laid-back vibe friendly staff late weekends
- Good for pre-club drinks in Prague 1
- Open: Monday to Thursday 5pm–2am,
- Friday to Saturday 5pm–3am, Sunday 5pm–1am
Address: Seifertova 32/3, Prague, Czech Republic
- Two spaces in one: lounge UP and club DOWN
- Day drinks upstairs, DJs and dancers downstairs
- Happy hour early, party vibe after 11 pm
- Compact dance floor, punchy light and sound
- Žižkov location near Husinecká stop
- Open: Bar UP: daily from 3pm-3pm
- Club DOWN: daily from 9pm-3am
- Website
Address: Anny Letenské 1, Prague 12000
- LGBTQ-friendly café-bar in Vinohrady
- Coffee cakes cocktails and local wines
- Relaxed early evenings then social events
- Friendly staff mixed local and visitor crowd
- Good pre-bar stop near Náměstí Míru
- Open: Monday to Friday 4pm–10pm
- Website
Address: Balbínova 3/224, Prague 12000
- Men-only cruising club in Vinohrady
- Bar upstairs playrooms downstairs
- Clean modern space with Tom-style art
- Late crowd peaks after 11 pm
- Cash handy for entry and drinks
- Open: Wednesday, Thursday 9pm–5am, Friday, Saturday 9pm–6am
- (Sunday to Tuesday closed)
- Website
Address: Vinohradská 63, Prague 12000
- Three floors of cruise and fetish space
- Bar upstairs playrooms and dungeon below
- House soundtrack with video projections
- Late crowd peaks after midnight Fri and Sat
- Dress-code theme nights listed on site
- Open: Monday to Thursday 9pm–7am
- Friday to Saturday 9pm–9am, Sunday 9pm–5am
- Website
Address: Zborovska 50, Prague 15000
- 24/7 men-only cruise club near the river
- Bar at street level play areas below
- Darkroom maze cabins and cinema
- Weekend shows start around late evening
- Peaks after midnight on Fridays and Saturdays
- Open: Open 24 hours daily
- Website
Address: Vinohradská 40, Prague 12000
- Legacy TerMAX venue now operating as Club Termix
- Pop and oldies Thursday then party DJs Fri–Sat
- Mixed crowd with a young tilt and drag hosts
- Compact floor lively after 11 pm
- Best for late nights near Náměstí Míru
- Open: Thursday, Friday & Saturday 10pm–6am
Address: Ječná 509/12, Nové Město 120 00, 2 Praha 2, Czechia
- Gay strip bar with dancers and VIP room
- Pop and house soundtrack with pole shows
- Livelier after midnight on weekends
- Small room strong lights bar up front
- Best as a late stop near Karlovo náměstí
- Open: Daily 10pm–4am
- Website
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Michelangelo Grand
5 Star, Location
- 5-star, historic town centre, near Wenceslas Square.
- A short walk to the gay bars.
- Stylish period furniture.
- Perfect for historical exploration, combining convenience with elegance in Prague's vibrant heart.
Ventana Hotel
5 Star, Luxury
- 5-star, Old Town Square, Neo-Renaissance style.
- Close to the gay district.
- Marble bathrooms, air-conditioned.
- Luxurious boutique experience next to iconic landmarks, ideal for a sophisticated Prague visit.
Hotel Seven Days
4 Star, Readers Choice
- 4-star, 19th-century building, heritage-protected area.
- Close to the gay district.
- Air-conditioned, free wired internet.
- Historic charm in a central location, offering comfort and style near Prague's cultural sights.
Hotel Rott
4 Star, Great Value
- 4-star, historical Malé Naměstí, modern amenities.
- Close to the gay district.
- Free WiFi, satellite TV.
- Elegant and central, perfect for experiencing the historic beauty of Prague.
Video Of Signal Light Festival
A glimpse of what you can expect at Signal Prague
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