The cycling race builds on the rich history of the 1970s – 1980s, when the entire Czechoslovak top cyclists rode to Hlohovec for the spring nomination races at the Peace Race.

Experience the unique food festival in the city, which boasts the largest almond orchard in Central Europe. Take a look at the flowering almond trees and taste the most original almond treats from the masters in their field!

South Moravia belongs to wine and wine to South Moravia and of course Hlohovec is no exception. Traditionally, local winemakers organize an exhibition of delicious beverages. A particular and traditional kind of music called “Cimbál” is played during the wine tasting event, which is regularly held on Easter Sunday at the local culture house (community centre).

The oldest, largest and most prestigious wine exhibition in the Czech Republic on the premises of the Valtice chateau, in which participate international exhibitors.

In the village of Hlohovec (district of Břeclav) still lives a lively ethnographic activity. Twice a year, traditional folk costume feasts are held. The first of the two feasts is in May every year, in honour of Saint John Nepomuk, the Saint of Bohemia

The annual visiting of the wine cellars of Hlohovec and the performance of a particular music called “Cimbál” is a tradition that has been long practised. In all, about 20 cellars take part and prepare for the tasting of wines.

The World Motorcycle Championship in Brno is the most prestigious motoring event in the Czech Republic. Elite World motorcycle races take place in classes 125cc and 250cc.

Cucumber growing in the Znojmo region has a long tradition. The Cucumber Festival offers a traditional cucumber market and a special gastronomic menu, competitions for the best pickled cucumber, quick brew and a skill competition in filling jars with cucumbers on time. There is also an accompanying exhibition of agricultural equipment.

A Wine and half-fermented wine (burčák) festival, music, dance, entertainment, a costume show in the center of the royal town of Znojmo, knightly tournaments, a magnificent royal parade and fireworks.

Historical parade, performances of folk groups in the square, a craft market in the chateau park, concerts of stars from the Czech music scene at the amphitheater, a wine market at the chateau, Czech championship in recognition of aromas in wine and more.

Do not miss the traditional wine culture and half-fermented wine (burčák) festival! You can look forward to the original Moravian energy drink “half-fermented wine” and wines directly from Hlohovec winemakers, a rich cultural programme and stalls with specialties for gourmets.

“Valtice cycling” is an event for all who like to relax while cycling, want to improve their racing results and enjoy a traditional glass of the fine half-fermented wine, “burčák” or other fine wines in the beautiful surroundings of Valtice.

The celebration of wine, half-fermented wine (burčák) and good moods. Numerous folk costumes, children’s ethnographic ensembles, male and female choirs, but also the main icons of modern music.

The CHOCOLATE FESTIVAL at Valtice Chateau is a unique event for all chocolate and sweet lovers, who want to have fun, enjoy a great meal and even learn to cook using chocolate.

The traditional consecration of wine on the feast of St. John, the Apostle, the Evangelist takes place on 27 December in honour of St. John, to whom a cup of poisoned wine was served. John blessed it and drank it, and the poison did not work. Therefore, on his feast day the wine drunk is traditionally holy wine. This tradition is also maintained in Hlohovec.

Saint Martin’s, Mikulov. The chateau will host the St. Martin’s Tasting of Young Wines of the Mikulov Wine Sub-Region, and the Market Square will be linked to folklore and music programs. On the 11th of November Saint Martin visits Mikulov on a white horse accompanied by people in folk dress. In some restaurants the traditional goose will be offered on the menu.