Times Change – Opening Night
Times change. Prague Pride Festival stays. Come celebrate the start of this year’s festival with us!
The Festival Opening is always one of the highlights of Prague Pride Festival—a chance to reunite after a year apart, catch up with familiar faces, and once again immerse yourself in the unique Pride atmosphere we’ve all been waiting for. Expect an evening packed with iconic music and outstanding performers who have shaped—and continue to shape—the Czech queer scene, from legendary club and drag icons to exciting new stars. Your host for the evening is the charismatic Jan Witek.
The programme begins at 5:30 PM with two true veterans of the Czech club scene. DJ Henriette, founder of the legendary Freedom Night and a regular Prague Pride Festival favourite since 2004, will be joined by DJ Vilém, one of the country’s longest-performing house DJs. He launched his career in the iconic Radost FX club in 1992 and is known for his energetic sets featuring live musicians on stage.
At 7:00 PM, the stage belongs to Chi Chi Tornado, the mother of Czech drag. A legendary figure of the Czech drag and travesti scene, Chi Chi is celebrated for her unmistakable style, sharp wit, and love of spectacular entertainment. A true icon whose life story could fill a bestselling memoir.
At 7:15 PM, we’ll welcome Chica Checa Pala Santa, the drag persona of award-winning actor Jan Cina, created for Šimon Holý’s new film Chica Checa. Expect an intimate glimpse into her world, the making of the film, and the dreams that brought her to life. There will be dancing—and who knows what else.
At 7:45 PM, the one and only Laziza Vuitton arrives from Vienna – a performer who is more than just an artist; she is an experience. Born from glitter, raised on applause, and living for those magical moments when she breathes in sync with her audience. Bold, loud, and utterly unforgettable. We’re thrilled that after captivating audiences in Vienna, Milan, and Cape Town, she will now bring her dazzling performance to Prague.
From 8:00 PM, Jan Witek returns behind the decks with a special DJ set, Divas & Icons—a musical journey celebrating the queens and kings of pop who have shaped queer culture across generations. From Madonna, Cher, and George Michael to Lady Gaga, Chappell Roan, and Troye Sivan.
Come celebrate Pride, freedom, and the music that brings us together and keeps us dancing. Join us for an unforgettable night as we officially open this year’s Prague Pride Festival.
Entrance fee – 150 CZK pre-sale, 200 CZK at the door, for free People with disabilities and their companions, children under 15 and residents of the Prague 1 district (upon presentation of an ID card and a lease agreement + ID card)
Accessibility – suitable also for teenagers, accessible with a dog, barrier-free
Vibe check – large capacity event (more than 200 people, high possibility of physical contact), loud event, seating options, outdoors
Organized by – Prague Pride Festival
Prague Pride Festival showcases queer art, discusses important contemporary topics, and connects queer people, allies, and the wider public. Part of the festival programme is created and produced by the organising team itself, while the rest is brought to life by nonprofit and cultural organisations, collectives, and passionate individuals who help make Prague Pride the largest queer event in the Czech Republic. The theme of Prague Pride Festival 2026 is “Times Are Changing.”