Cantate Praga
Prague, Czech Republic
05 December - 08 December 2026
Prague is one of Europe's most beautiful cities during Advent. Historic squares, festive Christmas markets and stunning architecture create a magical backdrop for choirs visiting the Czech capital during the festive season.
Cantate Praga brings together choirs from across Europe and beyond for a weekend of music, friendship and cultural exchange. Organised by Music & Friends, the festival has become a popular annual event, with choirs performing at Prague's famous Christmas Markets, historic churches and concert venues throughout the city.
The festival combines public performances, friendship concerts and a grand final concert, allowing choirs to share their music with local audiences and fellow singers from around the world. Set against the enchanting atmosphere of Advent in Prague, Cantate Praga offers an unforgettable musical and cultural experience.
Choir Contact Ireland can help you plan an unforgettable choir trip to Prague. We take care of the planning, logistical arrangements, dealing with the ground operators and organisers from start to finish, allowing you to focus on what matters most — the singing.
Contact us today at reservations@choircontactireland.ie to begin planning your choir's unforgettable festive musical experience in Prague!
PARTICIPATION OPPORTUNITIES
Christmas Market Performances | Friendship Concerts | Final Concert
Friendship Concerts
- Perform alongside choirs from different countries in a spirit of friendship, cultural exchange and shared musical enjoyment.
- These concerts create opportunities to meet fellow singers while sharing musical traditions from your home country.
Christmas Market Performances
Perform Advent and Christmas repertoire at Prague's famous Christmas Markets, sharing your music with visitors from around the world in the heart of the city's festive Old Town.
- Performance duration: Approximately 20–25 minutes
- Repertoire: Advent and Christmas music
- Outdoor performance setting
- Open to the public
Big Final Concert
Join all participating choirs for the festival's Big Final Concert, celebrating the conclusion of the festival with music, friendship and a shared performance experience.
This special event brings together all festival participants for a memorable finale in the heart of Prague.
Whats Included in Your CCI Festival Experience in Prague
- Festival registration and participation in Cantate Praga
- Accommodation in a 3* or 4* hotel in Prague or surrounding area
- Daily breakfast
- Dinner on three evenings (including one dinner at a local restaurant)
- Two guided half-day sightseeing tours of Prague
- Participation in a Friendship Concert or Open-Air Christmas Market Performance
- Participation in the Big Final Concert with choirs from around the world
- Concert organisation and local performance assistance
- Opportunity to perform alongside choirs from around the world
- One free place for every 30 paying participants
- Return airport transfers (with guide assistance on arrival)
- Flight sourcing and booking
- Public transport guidance or optional private coach arrangements
- On-ground coordination
- Dedicated CCI Tour Manager
- Ongoing tour support throughout your booking
We take care of the logistics — so you can focus on performance.
Optional Tours & Excursions
- Additional Guided sightseeing tour of Prague
- Prague Castle
- Charles Bridge
- Old Town Square & Astronomical Clock
- River Cruise on the Vltava
- Traditional Czech dinner evening
- Private coach hire for transfers and excursions
- Additional nights in Prague
Tour Manager
A CCI Tour Manager will be assigned to you for the duration of your booking, to assist in the pre-departure preparations and to assist with any issues during your stay.
Transportation While in Budapest
Choirs can reach the concert venues by subway (or public bus) from the hotel or we can offer optional private coach transfers. We recommend that larger groups consider the use of a coach for the transfers.
Sample Tour Itinerary – Prague 2026!
Day 1 - Arrival in Prague
Arrive in Prague and transfer to your hotel.
Enjoy some free time to explore the Christmas Markets and historic city centre.
Welcome greeting with your tour-leader.
Breakfast at hotel.
Guided sightseeing tour of Prague Castle.
Free time for lunch and Christmas shopping.
Participate in your Friendship Concert or Christmas Market Performance.
Experience the festive atmosphere of one of Europe's most beautiful Advent destinations.
Dinner at your hotel.
Breakfast at hotel.
Second guided sightseeing tour of Prague Old Town.
Free time to explore the city.
Attend the festival's Big Final Concert, where all participating choirs perform and celebrate together.
Enjoy the closing atmosphere of the festival.
Dinner at a local restaurant.
Breakfast
Check out and transfer to the airport.
Depart Prague with wonderful musical memories and festive inspiration.
DEADLINE
Registration Deadline: TBC
FLIGHTS
Once you enquire with CCI you will be assigned your own dedicated festival planner, who will assist you with the booking of flights for your group. Choir Contact experienced travel consultants are able to advise you on the most appropriate flight options and will advise best fares at time of booking. We use the most up-to-date modern technology for searching best fares including low cost carriers, allowing us to book you the best flights at the best fares for a fully co-ordinated service. We use both low-cost internet fares and our long-standing relationships with other carries to ensure that we can secure the best travel option for your choir. We will advise you on luggage allowance and all details relating to your flight booking. CCI recommends that all travellers take out travel insurance at the time of booking.
A personalised quotation costs nothing, so contact us today on 01 888 7830
or email us at reservations@choircontactireland.ie
Let CCI take care of the logistics — while your choir creates unforgettable memories in Prague.