Eco-Friendly Festivals and Cultural Events

Eco-Friendly Music Festivals in the Czech Republic

The first sustainable festival to look forward to this year is the United Islands of Prague. This international multi-genre festival will take place from 1 May to 3 May 2025. The festival recognizes its influence and also considers its environmental footprint. The vision held by the organizers of the United Islands of Prague is to create an eco-conscious festival that adheres to fundamental principles of sustainability – economic, social, environmental, and cultural aspects. They prioritize green energy, vegan food options, waste-free packaging, carbon offset measures, and environmentally friendly travel. The event will utilize rainwater and feature compostable toilets. Efficient waste disposal, reusable cups, and partnerships with bike-sharing services are particularly important for this festival. Another remarkable event is Rock for People, which excels in many ecological initiatives. It was notably the first festival to introduce a hydrogen-powered stage, a solar stage, and energy-efficient lighting. This year’s edition of Rock for People will occur in Hradec Králové from 12 to 14 June 2025.

The organizers of Let it Roll continue their commitment to environmental initiatives with the Rollin’ Green project, which addresses the ecological impact of their events. Beyond just paper and plastic, recycling at the festival also includes metals, organic waste, and food waste at designated “green points”. Attendees will enjoy meals served on biodegradable plates made from palm leaves, and the utensils used are crafted from renewable resources and are compostable after use. This year’s festival runs from July 31 to August 3, 2025. Surprisingly, the Brutal Assault festival also takes its environmental responsibilities seriously. It pioneered a returnable cup system way back in 2012 and has made even more progress since then. Unique features include collaborations with Sea Shepherd and efforts to plant a forest. This year’s festival at Fort Josefov will take place from 6 to 9 August 2025.

A variety of other festivals are also participating in the Pure Festival initiative by Eco-Com. These festivals have a well-developed waste sorting and recycling system that is regarded as one of the best in the world. Clean festivals include Votvírák Milovice (19-22 June), Vysočina Fest (3-5 July), Colours of Ostrava (16-19 July), Benátská! S Impulzem (24 – 27 July), Chodrockfest (8 – 9 August), Vysmátý léto (21 June), and TurnOFF (21 – 24 August), along with many Majals.

Film Festivals, Theatre, and Sports Events

Another significant event in the Czech Republic is the International Film Festival in Karlovy Vary, scheduled to take place from July 4 to 12, 2025. This festival is dedicated to decreasing the use of paper and plastic, actively sorts waste, and encourages PET hunters to clean up plastic from the streets. Attendees can also explore bike rides around the film locations in Karlovy Vary on Specialised bicycles. Fostering social initiatives has been a priority since 2000, showcased through the Cinema Without Barriers project, which is a key aspect of this festival. Additionally, the Ji.hlava International Documentary Film Festival, now in its 29th year, will take place from 24 October to 2 November 2025. This festival emphasizes vegetarian food options and sources its ingredients from local suppliers. It minimizes printed materials, promotes public transport, and bike-sharing, and plants a new tree each year.

The Summer Letná festival showcases new circus acts, theatre performances, music, and visual arts while also committing to environmental sustainability. Both locally and globally, it aims to protect and conserve natural resources in the bustling Letná area, which is synonymous with the festival’s identity. Find out how they are making an impact during the event running from 13 to 31 August 2025. Other notable sustainable events scheduled in the country include the Golden Trebuchet Ostrava sports event (24 June 2025), Prague Pride Festival (28 July – 3 August 2025), and the Designblok festival, showcasing products crafted from recyclable materials. The largest Czech design and fashion festival, Designblok, will take place from 7 to 12 October 2025.

Eco-Festivals, Markets, and Global Days

Throughout the year, many small to large events highlight the importance of our relationship with the environment. We provide a current overview in the section for Sustainable Events. There are also many eco-centers, zoos, botanical gardens, and other venues filled with numerous activities. The largest environmental festival in the Czech Republic is the Ecological Days Olomouc, organized by the Sluňákov Centre of Ecological Activities. From 11 to 14 April 2025, attendees can expect talks, exhibitions, workshops, and concerts. There will also be tours and nature walks scheduled for 19-20 April, and on 27 September 2025, the Edojarmark event will take place. Another large event on the calendar is the Ekofest – Earth Day in Malešice, happening on Saturday, 26 April 2025. A multitude of organizations from Prague and around the country, ranging from environmental protection to sustainable development and healthy lifestyles, will conduct a rich program.

The Open Gardens Weekend will occur on 7 and 8 June 2025, allowing people to explore gardens typically closed to the public, enjoy guided tours of favorite parks, and more. In Brno, on Saturday 7 June 2025, the second edition of the festival Keep the Balance will be held, which focuses on finding harmony between ecology and sustainability. This event will feature various workshops for both adults and children, along with lectures, handcrafted products, local food, and refreshments. The aim of the festival is to inspire attendees and present multiple perspectives on living a fulfilling life, whether in terms of diet, shopping choices, or self-care. In October, the Ecofilm festival will present screenings centered on ecological themes. Each year, this festival showcases numerous films from around the world in a competitive format, hosts esteemed Czech and international guests, and addresses some of today’s most pressing environmental issues. It includes seminars and workshops with specialists, discussions with interesting guests and filmmakers, an evening concert, and additional cultural programs. Many craft and farmers’ markets also prioritize sustainability. One such market is the Biojarmark, which focuses specifically on organic foods and is usually held in Prague during early October.

There are ample opportunities to engage in exciting events through the observance of World and International Days. Each month features various relevant days. For instance, in March, we celebrate World Water Day and International Day of Forests. In April, there are International Bird Day and Earth Day. May brings events such as Bike to Work Week, Day of Open Wells, and Natura 2000 Day. In June, we will celebrate the Open Gardens Weekend and International Birdsong Day. July is dedicated to being Plastic Free Month and includes World Conservation Day. In August, many zoos organize events for World Elephant Day, as well as activities for the Night for Bats. September features European Mobility Week, International Primate Day, and European Organic Farming Day. October brings International Animal Day and Arbor Day. November encourages Healthy Eating Day and Human-Animal Relations Week, while December is perfect for celebrating International Mountain Day with a pleasant hike.

Sustainable Cultural Events in the Czech Republic — 2025

Discover a selection of Czech festivals and cultural gatherings committed to minimal environmental impact, sustainable practices, and eco‑friendly entertainment.

Shared Commitments

• Green‑energy usage (solar, wind, or biogas)

• Packaging‑free and plant‑based catering

• Carbon footprint offsetting

• Promotion of public & active transport options

Attend any of these events to celebrate culture while helping protect the planet!