# Czechoslovak independence commemorations

> Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/czechoslovak-independence-commemorations
> Updated: 2026-10-26T17:43:09.000Z. Sources: 27. Developments: 5.

Cultural institutions and local communities in the Czech Republic and Slovakia are organizing various events to mark the 108th anniversary of the founding of independent Czechoslovakia on October 28. In the Central Bohemian Region, celebrations coincide with Central Bohemian Region Day. Museums, galleries, and monuments—such as the T. G. Masaryk Memorial in Lány and the Czech Museum of Silver in Kutná Hora—are offering free admission or symbolic entry fees of one koruna. Programs include guided tours and exhibitions designed to highlight the history and personalities that shaped the state. In Kopřivnice, a memorial gathering is scheduled for October 27 at the Tomáš Garrigue Masaryk monument. Other cities have prepared diverse programs, including a lantern procession in Přerov and a ‘Procession of Lights’ in Plzeň. Historical reenactments are also taking place in Nová Bystřice.

In Prague, President Petr Pavel is scheduled to participate in a memorial ceremony at the National Monument on Vítkov, where he will appoint new generals. His program also includes laying wreaths at the monument of Tomáš Garrigue Masaryk and presenting state decorations at Prague Castle. Various government institutions, including the Senate, the Chamber of Deputies, and several ministries, are holding open house days. In Slovakia, Prime Minister Robert Fico and Czech Prime Minister Andrej Babiš unveiled a bronze statue titled ‘Between Us’ in the garden of the Czech Government Office. Created by Vladimír Durbák, the sculpture depicts the two nations shaking hands to symbolize continued cooperation.

Due to national holiday regulations, large retail stores in the Czech Republic exceeding 200 square meters must remain closed on October 28, though smaller shops, pharmacies, and transport hub outlets may operate.

## Timeline

### 2026-10-26: Czech Republic commemorates 108th anniversary of Czechoslovakia's founding

Czechia and Slovakia mark the 108th anniversary of Czechoslovakia's founding with state ceremonies, open house days at government institutions, and the unveiling of a friendship statue in Prague.

17 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/czech-republic-observes-independence-day-with-retail-restrictions

### 2026-10-24: Czech Republic commemorates 1918 independence with historical reenactments

Commemorations for the 1918 founding of Czechoslovakia include steam train excursions in Nová Bystřice and historical reflections on the pivotal role of the Czechoslovak Legions in Russia.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/czech-republic-commemorates-1918-independence-with-historical-reenactments

### 2026-10-24: Czech cities prepare celebrations for Czechoslovak independence anniversary

Czech cities Přerov and Plzeň are hosting various commemorative events, including processions and concerts, to mark the 108th anniversary of the founding of Czechoslovakia.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/czech-cities-prepare-celebrations-for-czechoslovak-independence-anniversary

### 2026-10-22: Czech Republic commemorates the founding of Czechoslovakia

Events are being held in the Czech Republic to mark the 108th anniversary of the founding of Czechoslovakia, including a memorial service at the Masaryk monument in Kopřivnice.

3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/czech-republic-commemorates-the-founding-of-czechoslovakia

### 2026-10-13: Czech cultural institutions host events to mark Czechoslovak independence

Czech cultural institutions are hosting special programs and discounted museum entries to commemorate the anniversary of the founding of independent Czechoslovakia.

4 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/czech-cultural-institutions-host-events-to-mark-czechoslovak-independence

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