Supermarkets and food shops in large towns and cities are open from 0600. The number of shops also open on Sunday is constantly increasing. The Czech nation is one of the most musical in Central Europe. Throughout the year there are many occasions to enjoy music in concert halls, theatres, stately homes and churches. Regular music festivals and concert cycles also take place.
Most towns have their own folk festivals, with dancing, local costumes and food.
These tend to be in the summer months leading up to the harvest festivals in September. Mar-Dec Agharta Prague Jazz Festival. Ten Centuries of Architecture, Prague. The Glory of the Baroque in Bohemia, Prague. Jul International Film Festival , Karlovy Vary.