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Site programme
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 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.
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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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May Day 2026 was an event at the Dolní Vítkovice complex, which took place from 29 April to 3 May 2026. A more detailed description of the programme is not provided on the event page, only a link for booking through the Dolní Vítkovice reservation system was available.
The G3 concert at Gong on April 29, 2026, featured the film music of John Williams, the composer of scores for films such as Jaws, E.T., Jurassic Park, Star Wars, and Indiana Jones. The Janáček Philharmonic Ostrava performed under the baton of conductor Daniel Raiskin, with Radek Erben as the presenter.
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The Witch Parade 2026 was organised by the municipal district of Ostrava-Vítkovice on 30 April. The procession set off at 16:00 from Mírové náměstí in Vítkovice to Dolní Vítkovice, where a programme with a witchy atmosphere and the burning of witches awaited. Children in costumes received a free sausage.
The Open Day of VÍTKOVICE and CYLINDERS HOLDING took place on 1 May 2026. Visitors got a glimpse into the operations of VÍTKOVICE HAMMERING and the production of pressure vessels, toured the Vítkovice Castle, and enjoyed a programme featuring hydrogen cars, virtual reality, and games for children.
The Pojez fest in Dolní Vítkovice offered on Saturday, 9th May 2026 from 10:00 a gastro village with dozens of stalls and food trucks, a live cooking show with tastings, and concerts by Janek Ledecký and the band Adán Sánchez. A Day with Technotrail was prepared for families with children. Entry was free.
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The ninth edition of the wine festival Ostrava Lives Wine took place on 16 May 2026 at the National Agricultural Museum in Dolní Vítkovice. Wineries from Moravia, Italy, Austria, Georgia, and Portugal showcased their wines, complemented by wine workshops, talk shows, and music.
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Ostrava for the future!!! was an event that took place on 20 May 2026 at Gong in Dolní Vítkovice. Entry was free, but attendance required prior reservation. Details about the programme and further information were published by the organisers on a separate event page.
Run Rave & Sausage took place on 23rd May 2026 at 9:30 AM at Future Café in Dolní Vítkovice. The morning was filled with movement, music, dance, and food, with breakfast cooked over a fire and a badge included in the ticket price. The atmosphere was provided by Strojovna and DJs Džany and Gabi, with prizes drawn on site.
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Children's Day at Landek took place on 30th May 2026 at the Landek Park area in Ostrava-Petřkovice. Children walked along a trail featuring fairy tales, myths, and legends about Landek Hill, completing age-appropriate tasks at stations with fairy tale characters, and received a sweet treasure at the end.
SpaceBuzz in Dolní Vítkovice transformed the Great World of Technology and U6 into a space base on 30 May 2026. The SpaceBuzz simulator offered a virtual flight to Earth's orbit, an outdoor astronaut training zone with military technology, and lectures and cinema about space inside.
SQUIRT is a provocative erotic show that, according to the organisers, was a success in Las Vegas. It arrived at Gong in Dolní Vítkovice on June 6, 2026. The performance intertwined reality with fantasy, art with sensuality, offering the audience a refined provocation and a celebration of human self-expression.
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The one-day festival Rock in Ostrava 2026 took place on June 12 in Dolní Vítkovice. The Rock In series brings bands such as Dymytry, Škwor, Horkýže Slíže, Harlej, and Trautenberk to selected cities. Fans enjoyed several rock shows on one stage with a grand set and effects.
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Senior Day will take place on 15 June 2026 from 1 PM to 6 PM at the Great World of Technology, offering an afternoon for seniors. The programme, prepared in collaboration with ČSOB, includes a Digital Wisdom Course on safe internet use, a guided tour of the exhibition, and a scientific presentation with experiments.
The Great Boxing organization held its jubilee 10th gala evening titled Great 10: The New Era Starts There on June 20, 2026. The boxing evening began at 16:00 in Dolní Vítkovice, under Blast Furnace No. 1, where spectators enjoyed matches in the unique setting of the industrial complex.
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The vernissage of the exhibition Summer Salon 2 or Something for Everyone took place on 23 June 2026 at 5 PM at the Gong Gallery. The exhibition featured paintings, graphics, and objects by authors such as Vladimír Boudník, Zdeněk Sýkora, Ivana Štenclová, Andy Warhol, and Marc Chagall.
The exhibition Summer Salon 2 or Something for Everyone showcased paintings, graphics, and objects at the Gong Gallery from 23 June to 28 August 2026. Works by Boudník, Sýkora, Boštík, Reynek, Kolář, and Knížák, a portrait by Ivana Štenclová, as well as works by Warhol, Chagall, and Vasarely were displayed.
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The metal festival Ostrava in Flames took place on Saturday, 1st August 2026, for the twelfth time in the industrial area of Dolní Vítkovice. A lineup of world-renowned rock and metal names gathered in this unique industrial setting to prepare another full day of metal programming for their loyal fans.
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The DJ JuVi 3 Hours Morning House Set took place on 15th August 2026 at Gong in Dolní Vítkovice. The PECKA DOV event combined DJ JuVi's house set with artisan pizza baked on-site, specialty coffee, and prosecco in an industrial setting, as an unconventional alternative to traditional parties.
The Folklore Without Borders Ostrava festival took place from 17th to 21st August 2026 in several districts of Ostrava, showcasing folklore traditions, dances, songs, and costumes from the Czech Republic and around the world. On the final day, 21st August, it also visited the Agricultural Museum in Dolní Vítkovice.
The outdoor sketching event at Bolt Tower took place on 22 August 2026 in Dolní Vítkovice. Participants sketched the industrial architecture, structures, and nooks of the area, concluding their walk with a trip up Bolt Tower for a view of the entire site. No prior drawing experience was necessary.
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Gallery Gong hosted the exhibition Graphic of the Year 2025 and the 31st Vladimir Boudník Award from 3rd to 28th September 2026. The opening took place on 3rd September at 18:00. The exhibition showcased a selection of the best graphic works and author books from 2025, complemented by guided tours with the curator.
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Albi Game Day Ostrava 2026 offered a weekend of board games for the whole family from 18th to 20th September 2026 at the Great World of Technology. The programme included a large gaming area with hundreds of games, Albi news with instructors, tournaments for prizes, crafting for children and adults, Magical Reading, and puzzles.
The Gluten-Free Fair and national meeting of coeliacs took place on Saturday, 19 September 2026 from 10:00 to 15:00 at the National Agricultural Museum Ostrava in Dolní Vítkovice. The meeting and fair were organised by the Coeliac Club for Ostrava and the Moravian-Silesian Region.
The Living Library of Professions at the Great World of Technology presented professions from robotics and programming to metallurgy and journalism on Monday, 21 September 2026, from 9:00 to 18:00, directly from the people who do them. VŠB-TUO and secondary schools from Ostrava also added their offerings.
The Night of Science on the theme of Communication took place on Friday, 25 September 2026 from 16:00 to 21:30 at the World of Technology. The free programme for children and adults offered an escape game about Professor Zmizík, chemistry, a science show, encryption with robots, crafting, and games for the little ones.
The creative workshops at the Great World of Technology on Saturday, 26 September 2026, at 14:00 focused on bookbinding. Teams made up of an adult and a child aged 9 and over, guided by instructors, went through the entire process of creating a book, from folding papers to decorating the covers, and took home their own diary.
The original Slovak dance-theatre show LOVE2DANCE was presented on 27 September 2026 in the multifunctional hall Gong. It drew the audience into the world of standard and Latin American dances in a modern, dynamic, and visually impressive performance.
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Oct
The ninth edition of the Colors of Finance conference took place on 7 October 2026 at the multifunctional hall Gong in Dolní Vítkovice. Financial professionals, business owners, and managers enjoyed panel discussions, inspiring stories, practical workshops, all-day networking, and a closing afterparty.
The opening of the exhibition Light – A Tribute to Milan Dobeš took place on 8 October 2026 at 17:00 in the Gong Gallery. The exhibition commemorated the work of a leading figure in op-art and kinetic art and also showcased the works of ten artists who work with light and optical illusion.
The exhibition Light – A Tribute to Milan Dobeš at Gallery Gong will run until 6 December 2026. In addition to the optical and kinetic works of visionary Milan Dobeš, including the entire series of graphics Central Attraction, it showcases the works of ten contemporary authors on light.
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The World of Technology celebrated its 12th anniversary over the weekend of 10th and 11th October 2026. The programme featured a lecture by Dušan Majer on life in the Solar System, board games, an escape room, chemical experiments, the creation of a paper robot, and a chemical fairy tale at the Theatre of Science.
The Talent City 2026 conference took place on 14th and 15th October. For the first time, a stage dedicated to science centres and informal education opened at the Great World of Technology, prepared by the World of Technology in collaboration with the Czech Association of Science Centres. The first day was dedicated to workshops for schools, with free participation.
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The Beauty Days Ostrava festival will take place on Saturday, 17 October 2026, from 10:00 to 18:00 at the Multifunctional Hall Gong. It is intended for women interested in health, cosmetics, anti-ageing, and a healthy lifestyle. You can expect lectures, workshops, and brand news.
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Lucie Bílá is celebrating her sixtieth birthday with the Ordinary Girl tour, and on Sunday, 18 October 2026 at 19:00, she will perform at Gong in Dolní Vítkovice. She will be accompanied by Petr Malásek's band, the White Choir, and the Epoque Quartet. Her well-known hits and songs from her new album will be performed.
The recital The Little Prince will take place on 19 October 2026 at Gong in Dolní Vítkovice. Actor Jan Cina will join forces with singer and the Unique Orchestra string ensemble to combine words with original songs by Kryštof Marek. The performance lasts 90 minutes and is suitable for audiences of all ages.
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BLACK MILL TABLE II. is an evening at a single table for fourteen guests in the former mill of Futurea in Dolní Vítkovice. On Tuesday, 20th October 2026, an authorial tasting menu will be served over an open fire, accompanied by music and stories.
Celine The Show is returning to the Czech Republic. On Tuesday, 20th October 2026, singer Lisa Harter will perform at Gong in Dolní Vítkovice with a live band, singing songs by Celine Dion, such as My Heart Will Go On and Because You Loved Me. Tickets are sold by Ticketportal.
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On Saturday, 24th October 2026 at 14:00, the Great World of Technology in Dolní Vítkovice will transform into a slime laboratory. Parents with children aged 5 and over can mix their own slime in teams of 1 adult + 1 child under the guidance of instructors and take it home. No experience is necessary.
The Light Park Era of Inventions will illuminate Dolní Vítkovice from 24 October to 31 December 2026. Visitors can expect hundreds of thousands of LED lights, large light sculptures, and kilometres of light chains from DECOLED. The park is designed for the whole family, from children to grandparents.
The legendary British rockers Uriah Heep will perform in Ostrava for the last time as part of their farewell tour The Magician’s Farewell. On Thursday, 29 October 2026, they will play classic songs from their entire career, which began in 1970 with the album Very ’Eavy, Very ’Umble.
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