What is celebrated
Commemoration of May 8, 1945 - the end of World War II in Europe and the liberation of Czechoslovakia. During the Prague Uprising (May 5-8, 1945), the Old Town Hall was seriously damaged. The holiday has undergone several transformations - from 1991 to 2000 it was called "Liberation from Fascism Day", then until 2004 "Liberation Day", and since 2004 it has borne its current name "Victory Day".
Opening hours
Closed
Stores over 200 m²
Stores over 200 m² must be closed by law today.
Exceptions apply:
Exceptions apply
The following types of stores may remain open:
Gas stations
Shell, MOL...
Pharmacies
Airport shops
Relay, WHSmith...
Railway station shops
Pont, Relay...
Hospital shops
Shops under 200 m²
Žabka, Večerka...
E-commerce
Alza.cz, Mall.cz...
Frequently asked questions
Are stores over 200 m² open on Victory Day?
No, stores with a sales area over 200 m² must remain closed by law.
Which stores can stay open?
The following may remain open: gas stations, pharmacies, airport and railway shops, stores up to 200 m², e-shops, and other exceptions.
Legal basis
- • Act No. 245/2000 Coll., on Holidays
- • Act No. 223/2016 Coll., on Opening Hours of Retail and Wholesale