Pilsen Masopust (Radčice) festival
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Pilsen Masopust (Radčice)

Masopust v Plzni-Radčicích

Pilsen, Czech Republic

Feb 7, 2026Expected

Each early spring the Radčice neighborhood of Plzeň keeps its Masopust, with a costumed theater performance, folk dancing, music, and a festive parade that sets off from the village square. Like other Czech carnivals, it gathers the community to mark the end of winter before Lent.

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Key moments

Bakchus Burial

The procession crosses the wooden bridge, where masked performers symbolically bury Bacchus and toss him into the river as part of the carnival tradition.

Parade with Key Ceremony

Locals gather in costumes; a spannable narrative performance by amateurs opens the day, followed by the procession moving through Radčice.

Around 14:00

Where it happens

Náves u kapličky v Radčicech

Pilsen, Czech Republic

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How to show up well

Plan the timing

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Practical notes

Crowds & timing

Crowd level: moderate.

Tickets

Free events are available.