Story of Lights Prague: Charles IV
Příběh světel: Karel IV.50°03′ N 14°25′ EPraguefrom Oct 16Opens October 2026Opening October 2026
Prague's Story of Lights suits families and anyone with small children, because the route is step-free and works with a pram or a wheelchair. Its trade-off is the location at Žluté lázně on the Vltava south of the centre, well away from the Old Town markets. The 2026/27 season runs from 16 October 2026 to 31 January 2027.
Story of Lights Prague: Charles IV runs October 16, 2026 to January 31, 2027 · confirmed by the organizer (source)
Advent SundaysGaudete, 13 DecemberChristmas Eve
Dates and hours
- October 16, 2026 to January 31, 2027Confirmedsourcechecked Oct 10, 2026
Hours · Mon–Sun 16:00–21:00
- Dec 24, 2026 · closed (Closed on Christmas Eve.)
This season's park tells the story of Charles IV in light, following a route the operator describes as running from Prague Castle to Karlštejn by way of Krteň. Charles Bridge, Karlštejn and the crown jewels are the set pieces. It sits at Žluté lázně, the riverside leisure grounds on Podolské nábřeží, and opens every evening of the season except Christmas Eve.
Tickets cost more on Friday to Sunday and on holidays, and buying online or in presale brings the price down well below the box office. On weekends the operator sells a combination ticket with a boat cruise on the Vltava, with departures on the hour from 17:00 to 20:00 and 110 seats a sailing.
Worth knowing
- Buy online. A Monday to Thursday standard ticket costs 300 CZK online against 370 CZK at the gate.
- Last entry is 20:30, and there is no time limit inside once you are in.
- The park is closed on 24 December.
Quick answers about Story of Lights Prague: Charles IV
When is Story of Lights Prague open in 2026?
From 16 October 2026 to 31 January 2027, daily from 16:00 to 21:00 in winter, closed on 24 December. Last entry is at 20:30.
Is Story of Lights Prague wheelchair accessible?
Yes. The operator says the route is step-free and suitable for wheelchairs and prams.
When is Story of Lights Prague: Charles IV in 2026?
Story of Lights Prague: Charles IV runs from October 16, 2026 to January 31, 2027. Those dates are confirmed by the organizer.
Do you need a ticket for Story of Lights Prague: Charles IV?
Yes. Story of Lights Prague: Charles IV sells timed tickets, from CZK 300 per adult (2026).
How much does Story of Lights Prague: Charles IV cost?
Prices at Story of Lights Prague: Charles IV start at CZK 240 per adult (2026).