Festival in Pilsen at the end of August 2010

From August 27 to August 28, 2010, Pilsen will host a big festival: The Pilsner Fest is held every year, with a wide range of events, in honor of the first brew of the famous Pilsner Urquell beer. In 2010, the celebration marks its 168th anniversary.

The Pilsner Fest features major gastronomic celebrations, a beer festival and musical events. The whole city turns out to celebrate its most famous product. Visitors to the Pilsner Fest should plan a visit to the Pilsner Urquell brewery, including a tour and a beer tasting. The brewery's shop is also a great place to pick up a souvenir to remember a visit to Pilsen.

The Pilsner Fest celebrations on August 27–28, 2010, take place throughout the city. The first batch of Pilsner-style beer was brewed 168 years ago, and this weekend the occasion will be celebrated in style. Along with beer and a wide range of food and drink, the organizers have arranged a varied entertainment program, with many well-known Czech bands performing at the festival. In the week before the main festivities, readings are held at the Brewery Museum, and many pubs, bars and restaurants in Pilsen offer special music programs. Admission to all Pilsner Fest events is free.

Fans of the golden brew should mark the Pilsner Fest in August 2010 on their calendars. However, with its varied and colorful program, the festival is interesting not only for beer drinkers, but also for a family day trip while on holiday in the Czech Republic. Anyone staying in a holiday apartment near Pilsen at that time should plan an excursion to the Pilsner Fest.