Nov 14, 2026 at 10:00Velvet Revolution walk

The anniversary of the Velvet Revolution is approaching.
Let’s take a closer look at the student struggle for democracy .

During this walk, you will learn about:
• The students’ fight for democracy and human rights — not only in 1989, but also in 1939.
• The international atmosphere of the late 1980s and the situation in other communist countries.

• The key figures of the Velvet Revolution
• The conspiracy theories surrounding the Velvet Revolution.
• The aftermath and the wild 1990s that followed the fall of communism.
Let’s dive into the recent modern history of the Czech people and explore how the events of 1989 still shape life in the Czech Republic today.

Meeting point:
Fyziologický ústav, Albertov čp. 2029/5, čp. 2049/7 (Nové Město)

Join us for this commemorative walk and step into history!