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The Neuropolis exhibition by Krištof Kintera is on display in the hall of Gong Gallery in Dolní Vítkovice. Sculptures and reliefs made from fluorescent lights, used batteries, and other discarded components form installations of an urban landscape. Admission to the exhibition is free.
The Backstage exhibition at FUTUREUM showcased photographs from behind the scenes of horse racing from February 12 to May 25, 2025. The author is Roman Vondrouš, a photojournalist for ČTK and a recipient of the World Press Photo and Czech Press Photo awards. The exhibition was opened with a vernissage on February 12 at 17:00.
The 40th anniversary photography exhibition of the Photography Club Ostrava at the Gong Gallery commemorated four decades of the amateur photographers' club. The opening took place on 30 April 2025 at 17:00, inaugurated by PhDr. Petr Pavliňák with musical accompaniment, and it lasted until 31 May 2025.
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The Copernicus #EarthArt exhibition, opened on 22 May 2025 for World Biodiversity Day, showcased 18 satellite images of Earth from the Amazon to Antarctica on the ground floor of the Great World of Technology. It was accessible to all visitors with a ticket to the exhibitions.
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The celebration of 10 years since the opening of the Bolt Tower, an extension of Blast Furnace No. 1, took place on 24 May 2025. Throughout the day, the skip lift operated, at noon the birthday cake was cut, guides explained at all stations, and for the first time, the skip engine room was open for viewing.
J&T Bank Ostrava Beach Pro offered world-class beach volleyball and accompanying program in Dolní Vítkovice for the eighth time from 28 May to 1 June 2025. The best teams, including Olympic winners, arrived in Ostrava, and Czech world champions Perušič and Schweiner also showcased their skills.
Children's Day and Day Without Children took place on Saturday, 31 May 2025, at the Great World of Technology and the Small World of Technology U6. Children enjoyed a programme with animators or exhibitions with their parents, U6 transformed into a place full of mysteries and magic, and offered a 50% discount on admission.
The two-day meeting to commemorate the 15th anniversary of the death of writer Jan Balabán took place on 5th and 6th June 2025 in the Small Hall of Gong. It offered lectures, a methodological workshop, discussions with artists, readings on a tram, and the unveiling of the 'Balabán' footbridge for teachers and the public.
The exhibition at the Gong Gallery from 5 June to 19 July 2025 commemorated the writer Jan Balabán and his years at the Vítkovice enterprise. It showcased the original Magnesia Litera Award, diaries, notes, and photographs, as well as large smalt artworks by Daniel Balabán and texts by students.
The exhibition Jan Balabán – Vítkovice at Gallery Gong commemorated the writer and recipient of the Magnesia Litera Award, who worked at the Vítkovice enterprise from 1985 to 1999. The opening took place on June 5, 2025, entry was free, and the exhibition lasted until July 19. It showcased diaries and photographs.
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The twelfth edition of the TFA Ostrava Tower competition, known as The Toughest Firefighter Survives, took place on 18 June 2025 in the Lower Vítkovice area. Professional and volunteer firefighters, as well as women in full firefighting gear, tackled the course from the blast furnaces to the top of the Bolt Tower.
To celebrate the start of the holidays, on 27 June 2025, children under 15 had entry to the Great and Small World of Technology U6 for 1 CZK, with a maximum of three per paying adult. The programme offered virtual reality, a 3D cinema, interactive exhibits, and a flight simulator.
The eleventh edition of the electronic festival Beats for Love took place from 2nd to 5th July 2025 in the industrial complex of Dolní Vítkovice. It introduced a new concept, Beats for Love Universe, featuring three thematic zones: Love, Space, and Industrial Sphere, connected by the festival artery Pulse.
In collaboration with Wine4You, the exclusive importer of wines from the Tuscan vineyards of singer Sting, a guided tasting took place on 16th and 17th July 2025 in the underground of the FUTUREUM building during the Colours of Ostrava festival. Four sessions were available, each for a maximum of 25 participants.
The multi-genre festival Colours of Ostrava will take place from 16th to 19th July 2025 in its 22nd edition at the Dolní Vítkovice area, featuring over 350 programme points: concerts, debates at the Meltingpot forum, theatre, workshops, and installations. Performers include Iggy Pop, Justice, and The Chainsmokers, among others.
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The exhibition Summer Salon – Something for Everyone showcased a cross-section of art across generations and continents at Gong Gallery from 31 July to 12 October 2025. Alongside Slavíček and Trampota, works by Kintera, Štenclová, Warhol, Dalí, and Kokoschka were on display. The curators were Jan Světlík and Zdeněk Sklenář.
The eleventh edition of the metal festival Ostrava in Flames took place on 2nd August 2025 under the blast furnace in Dolní Vítkovice. Among the performers were U.D.O. with Udo Dirkschneider, Finnish LORDI, Brazilian NERVOSA, FREEDOM CALL, and Ronnie Romero with Gus G.
The Grand Finale of the drifting series Race the Streets took place for the first time in the Lower Vítkovice area on 9 August 2025. The night race, part of the Czech Republic Championship in the PRO category, determined the season champion and was complemented by a light and pyrotechnic show, DJs, and a car exhibition.
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The Mega Oldies Festival took place on 16 August 2025 in Dolní Vítkovice. On one stage, Verona, Turbo, Aleš Brůna, Lumír Mořkovský, DJ Fourcase and as a special guest, the Daft Punk Tribute Show performed. The day was dedicated to hits from the eighties and nineties.
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The ABBA WORLD Revival meets Classic show brought together on 6th September 2025 in the multifunctional hall Gong the musicians of the revival band with philharmonic instrumentalists. Hits from the ABBA group were performed in a symphonic arrangement, with 100% live sound and replicas of the original costumes.
The game inspired by the series Squid Game took place on 12 September 2025 at 20:00 in the Little World of Technology U6 after closing time. A group of up to 30 players aged 18 and over completed challenges in sportswear for about two hours. All tickets were sold out.
The fashion brand SA|KO Studio presented its new A/W25 NEW|CLASS collection on 12th September 2025 at the Tunnel in Dolní Vítkovice. The audiovisual show in the raw spaces next to FUTUREUM featured models from the Miss Czech Republic stable, including the winner Linda Gorecká, followed by an afterparty.
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Sergio Cortés, the famous Michael Jackson lookalike from Spain, performed on 17 September 2025 at Gong in Dolní Vítkovice. The two-hour Live Tribute Show featured hits like Bad, Smooth Criminal, and Thriller in costumes inspired by legendary performances.
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The film music concert scheduled for 4 October 2025 at Gong in Dolní Vítkovice has been cancelled. The symphony orchestra, conducted by Miloš Formáček, was set to perform melodies from films such as James Bond, Harry Potter, and Gladiator, as well as music from Czech and Slovak films.
The World of Technology celebrated its birthday with a special programme on the weekend of 4th–5th October 2025. 3D films 3-2-1 START! and T-Rex were screened in the cinema, virtual reality was prepared, and there were science shows in both gas and fire versions, competitions, and a birthday raffle.
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The eighth edition of the Colors of Finance conference, the largest domestic conference for financial professionals, took place on 8 October 2025 at the multifunctional auditorium Gong in Dolní Vítkovice. The programme included lectures, panel discussions, and inspiring workshops featuring a range of speakers.
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The exhibition Graphic of the Year 2024 and the 30th Vladimir Boudník Award was on display at the Gong Gallery from 23 October to 23 November 2025. It showcased a selection of contemporary graphic works by artists and students in all classical techniques, along with a presentation of the laureate of the Vladimir Boudník Award.
The creative workshop at the Great World of Technology gave a second chance to torn or stained clothing on 25th October 2025. Children and adults learned the basics of crocheting a bracelet and creative modifications using embroidery, iron-ons, or felt; the ticket was valid for one adult and one child.
The Halloween Lantern Parade set off on 30th October 2025 at 16:30 from the church at Mírové náměstí to Dolní Vítkovice. There, a programme with competitions and a disco awaited the children, and the entire autumn event concluded with a fireworks display. It was a popular family event that took place again after a year.
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Spooky DOV took place on 1st November 2025 at the Dolní Vítkovice complex. Families enjoyed the Scary Bolt Tower with terrifying rides, a programme with Wednesday in the World of Technology, vampires in U6, and a creative spooky autumn decoration workshop in the Gong Gallery.
The Light Park Lights Tell transformed Dolní Vítkovice into a cosmic spectacle from 1 November to 30 December 2025. Among the blast furnaces and halls, light planets, rockets, astronauts, and flying saucers shone with half a million lights for families and adults.
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The talk show Night with a Legend took place on 8 November 2025 at Gong. Hockey icon Jaromír Jágr and footballer Milan Baroš met for the first time on the same stage in Ostrava and openly shared their life and sports stories, anecdotes from the NHL, Premier League, World Championships, and Olympics.
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The orchestra Lords of the Sound presented the concert programme The Music of Hans Zimmer on 20 November 2025 at Gong. Pieces from films such as Interstellar, Dune, Gladiator, Inception, The Lion King, and Pirates of the Caribbean were performed by the orchestra, soloists, and choir, complemented by impressive visual effects.
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Christmas crafting at Gallery Gong took place on 22 November 2025 from 11:00 to 13:00. Participants created an Advent wreath and decorations for their homes from needles, cones, and dried fruits. The crafting was suitable for adults and children aged 10 and over, materials were provided on-site, and reservation was necessary.
The European Classical Ballet company presented Tchaikovsky's Swan Lake on 24 November 2025 at Gong, choreographed by Marius Petipa. The lead role was danced by Iana Salenko, prima ballerina of the Berlin State Ballet. The Milan company consists of dancers from many countries.
THE ŽENY SUMMIT took place on 28 November 2025 at Gong in Dolní Vítkovice. The event for women from the Moravian-Silesian Region featured stories from female entrepreneurs, well-known personalities, and speakers, along with their practical tips for advancement in careers, business, and personal life.
The creative workshop Crochet with Grandma at the Great World of Technology on 29 November 2025 taught parents and children the basics of crocheting. Under the guidance of an experienced instructor, participants tried holding the yarn and hook, making their first stitches and basic patterns, and took home a hand-crocheted bracelet.
The PRIME Orchestra – Rock Sympho Show concert took place on 29 November 2025 in the multifunctional hall Gong in Dolní Vítkovice. The symphonic crossover orchestra, along with a rock band and vocalists, performed rock hits in a new sound, complemented by LED screens and special effects.
The vernissage of Helena Salichová's exhibition titled Shapes Hidden in Wood took place on 3rd December 2025 at 5 PM in the Gong Gallery in Dolní Vítkovice. The page does not provide further information about the exhibited works and refers to a separate page for the exhibition.
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The expert conference 197 Years of Vítkovice took place on 4 December 2025 at the Gong auditorium. VÍTKOVICE, a.s. organised it in collaboration with the Archive of the City of Ostrava and dedicated it to the infrastructure, transport, and facilities of the Lower Vítkovice area and the 120 years of seamless steel bottle production from tubes.
The exhibition Shapes Hidden in Wood at the Gong Gallery presented for the first time the entire collection of Silesian painter and graphic artist Helena Salichová, which was created from the 1960s. It was on display from December 2025 to 15 March 2026 and concluded the Year of Helena Salichová in celebration of the 130th anniversary of her birth and the 50th anniversary of her death.
The concert Krhut & Kozub by the campfire took place on 4 December 2025 at Gong. Štěpán Kozub and Jiří Krhut, along with Barbara Kanyzová, sang songs like Prásknu bičem and Dám ti napít, sharing stories about their creation and inspiration. The evening offered songs, memories, and humour.
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The concert Swing! Swing! Swing! was presented by Ondřej Havelka and His Melody Makers on 16 December 2025 at Gong. Songs from the film comedies of the First Republic and pieces from across the Atlantic were performed in an authentic interpretation of the swing of the 30s and 40s, complete with period costumes, hairstyles, and direction.
Finnish singer Tarja Turunen performed on 18 December 2025 at the multifunctional hall Gong with her new Christmas programme The Spirit of Christmas. The Advent concert offered her unique interpretation of Christmas songs in a stage show that transported the audience into a festive mood.
Lucie Bílá with Petr Malásek's band, the White Choir, guest Jan Toužimský, and the Bohuslav Martinů Philharmonic conducted by Miriam Němcová performed on 20 December 2025 in the multifunctional hall Gong with the Christmas concert White Christmas of Lucie Bílá II.
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The concert at Gong in Dolní Vítkovice featured music from the films The Lord of the Rings and The Hobbit, and newly from the film The War of the Rohirrim on January 6, 2026. The orchestra played alongside the Shire choir, with the voice of Christopher Lee guiding the performance, and the melodies ranged from the sounds of Mordor to the lyrical songs of the elves.
The concert The Music of Hans Zimmer & Others took place on 6 January 2026 at Gong. The film orchestra, along with a choir, guest soloists, and a special guest, performed music from films such as Dune, Pirates of the Caribbean, The Lion King, Gladiator, Interstellar, and Bond films, complemented by selected film clips.
The concert In Honour of David Stypka from the G series took place on 7 January 2026 at Gong, five years after Stypka's untimely death. His songs were performed by the Janáček Philharmonic Ostrava, the Bandjeez band, and singers Ewa Farna, Kateřina Marie Tichá, and Mirai Navrátil.
The concert G2 In Honour of David Stypka II took place on 8 January 2026 at Gong, five years after the singer's untimely death. His songs were performed by the Janáček Philharmonic Ostrava with Bandjeez and his friends Ewa Farna, Kateřina Marie Tichá, and Mirai Navrátil. Conducted by Stanislav Vavřínek.
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The project In Honour of David Stypka returned to Gong on 9 January 2026 as part of the G2 cycle, five years after Stypka's death. His songs were performed by the Janáček Philharmonic Ostrava and the band Bandjeez featuring singers Ewa Farna, Kateřina Marie Tichá, and Mirai Navrátil.
Ostrava hosted the Czech Republic Cyclocross Championship for the first time on 10 January 2026, with the event taking place at the Dolní Vítkovice area. Juniors, junior women, women, and men competed, with an official training session held the day before and the men's race planned for broadcast on ČT SPORT.
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The interactive fair Live Library of Professions took place on 26 January 2026 at the World of Technology in Ostrava. Parents and students got acquainted with the offerings of secondary schools in the region, learned what companies expect from graduates, and had the opportunity to talk to students and professionals. It was open until 17:00.
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The festive opening of the Cirkulum 2026 festival took place on 31 January 2026 at Gong. The Camerata Janáček orchestra, led by Pavel Doležal, and the acrobats of BO CIRK Company connected Vivaldi's and Suk's baroque music with new circus. The performance is suitable for ages 10 and up.
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The demonstration meeting in support of European industry took place on Thursday, 5 February 2026, at 11 a.m. in the area under Blast Furnace No. 1 in Dolní Vítkovice. It was part of the Action Day organised by IndustriAII Europa, with information provided by the KOVO Trade Union.
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Pianists and composers Ondřej Brzobohatý and Ondřej Brousek presented their programme "Piano Battle" on 11 February 2026 at the multifunctional hall Gong. The evening combined virtuosic playing with musical humour and questions about classical and film music.
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Fat Thursday, called Donut Festival, took place on 12th February 2026 at Pecka DOV on the ground floor of Gong in Dolní Vítkovice. Visitors could sweeten their day with donuts and enjoy a bit of traditional comfort before the start of the fasting period.
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Brunch & Music took place on Saturday, 14th February 2026, in the morning at FUTURE café. The menu featuring plant-based and vegan dishes was prepared by Maková Kachna, DJs B.O.B. and DIN JARRYN played downtempo and deep house, and the bar offered Mimosas, Pilsner, specialty coffee, and non-alcoholic lemonades.
The Workshop Shapes Hidden in Wood took place on 15 February 2026 from 11:00 to 12:30 at the Gong Gallery. Participants were inspired by the work of regional artist Helena Salichová, exploring the artistic potential of wood structures and experimenting with prints, experiments, and working with the material.
The guided tour of the exhibition Shapes Hidden in Wood took place on 18 February 2026 at 16:00 in the Gong Gallery. Experts from the Chagall Art Centre, Helena Schmuckerová and Petr Pavliňák, presented the life and work of Helena Salichová, an artist and ethnographer associated with Silesia.
The dance-movement performance walk Carpe(t) Diem Reloaded featuring aerial acrobatics took place on 20 February 2026 at 16:30 and 19:00 in the former industrial building FUTUREUM. Performers included Jana Ryšlavá, Matěj Petrák, Alžběta Tichá, and Viktorie Szaloczi.
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The National Ballet of Georgia Sukhishvili performed on 28 February 2026 at the Gong in Dolní Vítkovice as part of the anniversary tour celebrating the 80th anniversary of the company. The Best of 80 years program featured the best numbers from the entire history of the company, which has danced on leading stages around the world.
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The exhibition "Private Edens – Allotment Gardeners as a Phenomenon" presented David Macháč's photographic project from March 19 to September 27, 2026, which has documented allotment colonies since 2006. It showcased the relationship between people and gardens and cottages as a cultural and social phenomenon.
RockOpera Prague, a musical theatre combining rock music with a sophisticated theatrical show, returned to the multifunctional hall Gong on 20 March 2026. It presented the rock opera Troy about the most famous war conflict in the world, which arose because of a beautiful woman.
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Mar
RockOpera Prague returned to the Gong auditorium in Dolní Vítkovice on 21 March 2026 with the horror opera The Exorcist. The story of unrequited love and terrifying rituals offered a blend of rock music and an elaborate theatrical show featuring Kamil Střihavka in the title role.
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The opening of the exhibition Godspeed, friends! took place on 25 March 2026 at 17:30 in the Gong Gallery with free admission. The exhibition commemorates mining in Northern Moravia through the works of Vilém Wünsche, Josef Liesler, and others, featuring photographs, chronicles, uniforms, and memories of mining families.
The exhibition Hail God, friends! at the Gong Gallery from 25 March to 7 June 2026 brought the history of mining in Northern Moravia closer. It showcased works by artists, photographs, chronicles, uniforms, and memories of mining families, as well as an outdoor replica of the last coal cart from the ČSM Mine in Stonava.
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Teachers' Day took place on Saturday, 28 March 2026, at the Great World of Technology and U6. From 10 am to 6 pm, teachers had free entry upon presenting a valid document, and they could also bring one child under 15 for free. The event was a thank you for their hard work.
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Easter at Landek on 3rd April 2026 invited children to search for Easter eggs in the area of the Landek Park Mining Museum. Along the route, there were stations with tasks and puzzles, and for the collected eggs, children received a bag of sweets, and the ticket included a free ride on the mining train.
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The legendary band KATAPULT visited the multifunctional hall Gong on April 11, 2026, with the anniversary tour KATAPULT TOUR 50 Years, which commemorated half a century on the music scene since 1975. Olda Říha returned to Ostrava with a two-hour concert, where the band started.
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The discussion with Tomáš Hykl about the World of Freddie project took place on 16 April 2026 at 5 PM at FUTUREUM in Ostrava-Vítkovice. Visitors learned about the upcoming exhibition on Freddie Mercury and could view its first preview.
The band Olympic visited Ostrava as part of the "Bombarďák" tour on Saturday, April 18, 2026, when they performed at 8 PM in the Multifunctional Hall Gong. The program included hits like Osmý den and Dynamit as well as new songs.
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