# 2026 Czech municipal and Senate elections

> Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/2026-czech-municipal-elections
> Updated: 2026-09-12T14:30:19.000Z. Sources: 104. Developments: 30.

As the October 2026 municipal and Senate elections approach, political parties have intensified their regional campaigning. In Prague, a Median poll for PrahaIN shows the ANO movement leading the municipal race with 23.3 percent, followed by the STAN movement at 22.6 percent. The survey suggests seven entities, including the SPD (5.4 percent) and the Motorists (5 percent), could enter the Prague City Assembly. Median director Přemysl Čech attributed ANO’s strength to its local political anchoring, while suggesting national opposition parties may be burdened by the current Prague leadership. Approximately 20 percent of voters remain undecided. Campaigning strategies are diversifying across the country. TOP 09 has launched a campaign titled ‘Our people will stop it in the Senate,’ aiming to prevent the government coalition from controlling the upper chamber. Party leader Matěj Ondřej Havel emphasized the Senate’s role as a democratic safeguard. TOP 09 is running candidates in Prague, Rychnov nad Kněžnou, and Znojmo, while supporting other opposition groups like Sen 21, Piráti, and STAN. In Přerov, the ANO movement is campaigning under the slogan ‘Replace senators with those who work hard,’ competing against groups such as Změna, the Civic Democrats, and the ‘Společně pro Přerov’ coalition. Meanwhile, newer entities like ‘Motoristé sobě + Svobodní’ are utilizing billboards and websites to introduce their platforms. Other regional activities include the Vary+ coalition’s neighborhood walks in Karlovy Vary and the ODS campaign in Teplice led by Vendula Vinšová. Recent political shifts have emerged in Ostrava, where Petr Veselka, the long-time ANO mayor, announced his departure from the movement to join the Motoristé movement. This follows a decision by the local ANO organization in Moravská Ostrava and Přívoz to seek a new team for the city center. In Příbram, the ANO movement has introduced its candidate lineup, featuring Filip Ježek, MUDr. Hlaváčová, and MUDr.

## Claims

- Incumbent mayors Petr Ryška (Jihlava), Jiří Anděl (Děčín), Milan Volf (Kladno) and Martin Mrkos (Žďár nad Sázavou) are seeking re‑election. (corroborated by 4 sources)
- Council seats are set at 37 in Jihlava, 27 in Děčín, 21 in Beroun, and 47 in Plzeň. (corroborated by 4 sources)
- Communal elections in the Czech Republic will be held on 9 and 10 October 2026. (corroborated by 3 sources)
- The elections will decide the composition of municipal councils in Czech towns, with council sizes ranging from 21 to 47 members. (corroborated by 3 sources)
- Major parties and local groups such as ANO, ODS, KDU‑ČSL, TOP 09, Pirates, STAN, Naše Česko and Motoristé have presented candidate lists in numerous municipalities. (corroborated by 3 sources)
- The first round of Senate elections will be held on 9‑10 October 2026, with a possible second round on 16‑17 October. (corroborated by 3 sources)
- Municipal budgets vary, with Beroun’s 2026 budget at approximately 1.13 billion CZK and Děčín’s exceeding 2 billion CZK. (corroborated by 2 sources)
- Historical voter turnout in recent municipal elections has been around 40‑45 percent. (corroborated by 2 sources)
- The Czech Statistical Office will provide a dedicated server for media to access XML election results during the vote count. (corroborated by 2 sources)
- Communal elections in Blansko will be held on 9 and 10 October 2026. (single source)
- Incumbent mayor Jiří Crha (ODS) is running for re‑election in Blansko. (single source)

## Timeline

### 2026-09-12: Czech political shifts in Ostrava and Příbram

Political shifts occur in Czechia as Petr Veselka leaves the ANO movement in Ostrava to join the Motoristé, while ANO presents new candidates in Příbram.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/czech-political-shifts-in-ostrava-and-pbram

### 2026-09-10: Czech political parties launch campaigns for Senate and municipal elections

Czech political parties, including TOP 09 and ANO, have launched campaigns ahead of the October Senate and municipal elections, focusing on the Senate's role as a democratic safeguard.

5 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/czech-political-parties-launch-campaigns-for-senate-and-municipal-elections

### 2026-09-07: ANO leads in Prague municipal election poll

A Median poll shows the ANO movement leading in Prague's upcoming municipal elections with 23.3%, narrowly ahead of STAN at 22.6%.

7 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/ano-leads-in-prague-municipal-election-poll

### 2026-09-06: Youth voter turnout in Czech municipal elections faces engagement gap

A survey shows young Czech voters express interest in municipal elections but face barriers like candidate unfamiliarity, prompting a series of regional debates to increase engagement.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/youth-voter-turnout-in-czech-municipal-elections-faces-engagement-gap

### 2026-09-06: Czech municipal elections: New candidates announced in Prague and Teplice

Czech municipal election candidates emerge: Filip Dvořák moves to lead the MODRÁ list in Prague 1, while Vendula Vinšová, daughter of Jaroslav Kubera, runs for ODS in Teplice.

3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/czech-municipal-elections-new-candidates-announced-in-prague-and-teplice

### 2026-09-05: Czech political parties launch regional election campaigns

Political parties in the Karlovy Vary, Moravian-Silesian, and South Bohemian regions have begun active election campaigns, focusing on direct voter contact and social media despite instances of billboard damage

6 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/czech-political-parties-launch-regional-election-campaigns

### 2026-09-05: Czech municipalities face rise in single-candidate election lists

Municipal elections in parts of the Czech Republic are seeing a rise in single-candidate lists, particularly in the Pelhřimov and Hodonín regions, due to low interest in local governance.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/czech-municipalities-face-rise-in-single-candidate-election-lists

### 2026-09-02: Czech Republic: Over 190,000 candidates registered for 2026 elections

Over 190,000 candidates have registered for the Czech Republic's municipal and Senate elections in October 2026, with significant competition expected in Prague and various regional municipalities.

3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/czech-republic-over-190000-candidates-registered-for-2026-elections

### 2026-09-02: Czech political parties prepare for Senate and municipal elections

Czech political movements prepare for Senate and municipal elections, with Naše Česko aiming for long-term leadership and ANO running candidates independently in 24 Senate districts.

3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/czech-political-parties-prepare-for-senate-and-municipal-elections

### 2026-09-02: ANO 2011 announces municipal election candidates in Kutná Hora and Zlín

ANO 2011 has announced candidates for the 2026 municipal elections in Kutná Hora, led by Jiří Kukla, and Zlín, where Jiří Korec seeks a third term as mayor.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/ano-2011-announces-municipal-election-candidates-in-kutn-hora-and-zln

### 2026-08-31: Czech municipal elections set for Přerov and Vsetín in October 2026

Municipal elections in the Czech cities of Přerov and Vsetín will be held on October 9-10, 2026, featuring key contests for mayoral seats and local assembly representation.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/czech-municipal-elections-set-for-perov-and-vsetn-in-october-2026

### 2026-08-31: Czech municipal elections show diverse candidate lists

Czech municipal elections show diverse trends, from single-candidate lists in Děčín district towns to highly professionalized, multi-sector candidate rosters in Opava.

6 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/czech-municipal-elections-show-diverse-candidate-lists

### 2026-08-31: Municipal elections approach in Krnov and Orlová

Upcoming municipal elections in Krnov and Orlová feature key contests for local leadership, including incumbent mayor Tomáš Hradil in Krnov and Lenka Brzyszkowská in Orlová.

6 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/municipal-elections-approach-in-krnov-and-orlov

### 2026-08-29: Czech Republic Senate elections set for October 2026

Czech Republic Senate elections in October 2026 will see one-third of seats contested, amid a notable decline in the number of registered candidates compared to previous cycles.

3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/czech-republic-senate-elections-set-for-october-2026

### 2026-08-28: Czech municipalities Krnov and Jeseník prepare for municipal elections

Czech municipalities Krnov and Jeseník prepare for upcoming municipal elections, featuring intense competition between established coalitions and new political groups.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/czech-municipalities-krnov-and-jesenk-prepare-for-municipal-elections

### 2026-08-26: Czech and Slovak regions finalize candidate lists for upcoming elections

Candidate lists are being finalized for upcoming municipal and regional elections across the Czech Republic and Slovakia, featuring high-profile political shifts and diverse local competition.

45 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/jablonec-and-opava-municipal-elections-feature-prominent-local-leaders

### 2026-08-22: Czech Republic: Candidates register for Ostrava municipal and Olomouc Senate elections

Candidates have registered for municipal elections in Ostrava and Senate elections in the Olomouc region of the Czech Republic.

4 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/czech-republic-candidates-register-for-ostrava-municipal-and-olomouc-senate-elections

### 2026-08-21: Czech media prepare specialized election coverage and debates

Czech media outlets CNN Prima News and Czech Television are launching specialized programming and debate series ahead of upcoming municipal and senate elections.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/czech-media-prepare-specialized-election-coverage-and-debates

### 2026-08-21: Czech municipalities prepare for upcoming municipal elections

Czech municipalities prepare for 2026 municipal elections, with Studénka seeing record low female candidacy and Rožnov pod Radhoštěm facing a battle for coalition control.

3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/czech-municipalities-prepare-for-upcoming-municipal-elections

### 2026-08-20: ANO movement eyes Senate expansion in upcoming Czech elections

The ANO movement seeks to expand its influence in the Czech Senate elections, where it defends only one seat while competing for 26 others currently held by various opposition parties.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/ano-movement-eyes-senate-expansion-in-upcoming-czech-elections

### 2026-08-20: Czech Republic election registration concludes for municipal and Senate votes

Czech registration for the October 2026 municipal and Senate elections is complete, with 154 Senate candidates and various municipal lists finalized across major cities like Prague and Brno.

10 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/czech-republic-election-preparations-advance-in-cheb-and-opava

### 2026-08-19: Czech municipalities prepare for municipal elections amid shifting political trends

Czech municipalities Bohumín and Valašské Meziříčí prepare for municipal elections, with the ANO movement showing strong recent polling trends against traditional local powers.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/czech-municipalities-prepare-for-municipal-elections-amid-shifting-political-trends

### 2026-08-14: Kopřivnice candidates focus on local issues ahead of 2026 elections

Candidates in Kopřivnice are focusing on housing and infrastructure ahead of the 2026 municipal elections, while the DSZ - ZA PRÁVA ZVÍŘAT party expands its reach across the Czech Republic.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/kopivnice-candidates-focus-on-local-issues-ahead-of-2026-elections

### 2026-08-10: Municipal elections approach in Holešov and Přerov

Political groups in the Czech cities of Holešov and Přerov are preparing for upcoming municipal elections, with ANO seeking to maintain or defend its leadership in both locations.

3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/municipal-elections-approach-in-holeov-and-perov

### 2026-08-09: Plzeň municipal elections: 13 parties submit candidates

Thirteen political parties have submitted candidate lists for the upcoming municipal elections in Plzeň, Czech Republic, with key coalition leaders and new political formations set to compete.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/plze-municipal-elections-13-parties-submit-candidates

### 2026-08-09: Czechia prepares for Senate and municipal elections

Czechia approaches Senate and municipal elections, with the ANO movement seeking Senate influence and various controversial candidates entering the race.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/czechia-prepares-for-senate-and-municipal-elections

### 2026-08-03: Czech 2026 local and Senate elections attract record number of candidates

Czech 2026 local and Senate elections see record candidate lists, with 16 groups in Brno, 24 in Prague and notable figures like ex‑army chief Karel Řehka running for Senate; CSÚ will host a dedicated media‑only

15 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/czech-local-elections-draw-record-candidate-lists-in-brno-and-uhersk-hradit

### 2026-07-31: Czech municipal elections 2026: candidate lists and key issues in Kutná Hora and Pardubice

Czech municipal elections on 9‑10 Oct 2026 will decide leadership in Kutná Hora and Pardubice, with incumbents Lukáš Seifert and Jan Nadrchal heading campaigns amid budget, transport, housing and arena debates.

5 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/czech-municipal-elections-2026-candidate-lists-and-key-issues-in-kutn-hora-and-pardubice

### 2026-07-29: Czech municipalities gear up for 2026 local elections

Czech towns will vote on 9‑10 Oct 2026 to elect councils and mayors; incumbents like Petr Ryška and Jiří Anděl are running, and budgets range from 1‑2 bn CZK.

23 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/czech-towns-blansko-and-dn-gear-up-for-2026-local-elections-as-senate-race-in-district-36-is-confirm

### 2026-07-26: Czech towns gear up for Oct 2026 municipal elections

Czech towns Krumlov, Nymburk and Třebíč prepare for 9‑10 Oct 2026 municipal elections, with new candidates, coalition priorities and a 1 bn CZK budget in Nymburk.

9 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/czech-towns-gear-up-for-oct-2026-municipal-elections

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