What is celebrated
Commemoration of October 28, 1918 - the declaration of Czechoslovak independence. Independence was proclaimed by Tomáš Garrigue Masaryk, Edvard Beneš and other political leaders at the end of World War I after the collapse of Austria-Hungary. This is the very first Czechoslovak state holiday (established 1919). Traditionally, a military parade takes place at the National Monument on Vítkov Hill, state honors are awarded at Prague Castle, and Smetana's opera Libuše is performed at the National Theatre. This holiday is celebrated only in the Czech Republic, it is not a state holiday in Slovakia.
Opening hours
Closed
Stores over 200 m²
Stores over 200 m² must be closed by law today.
Exceptions apply:
Exceptions apply
The following types of stores may remain open:
Gas stations
Shell, MOL...
Pharmacies
Airport shops
Relay, WHSmith...
Railway station shops
Pont, Relay...
Hospital shops
Shops under 200 m²
Žabka, Večerka...
E-commerce
Alza.cz, Mall.cz...
Frequently asked questions
Are stores over 200 m² open on Czechoslovak Independence Day?
No, stores with a sales area over 200 m² must remain closed by law.
Which stores can stay open?
The following may remain open: gas stations, pharmacies, airport and railway shops, stores up to 200 m², e-shops, and other exceptions.
Legal basis
- • Act No. 245/2000 Coll., on Holidays
- • Act No. 223/2016 Coll., on Opening Hours of Retail and Wholesale