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Guide to 2012 Ignis Brunensis festival (fireworks and more)

May 22, 2012

Again, the organisers of Ignis Brunensis, the largest event taking place in Brno, don’t give a fuck about publishing a proper English-language guide to the festival. So I picked the most interesting events from the Czech schedule.

Ignis Brunensis

Guide to the 2011 Ignis Brunensis fireworks festival

May 22, 2011

Three simple advices to follow if you want to join 200,000 spectators and enjoy the largest local event of 2011.

Photo by Zdenek Softic

Most interesting events of 2011 (or: fireworks, motorcycles, et cetera, et cetera)

January 5, 2011

There are more events yet to be announced – but let’s take a look at the list of what we already know is going to happen in Brno in 2011.

Špilberk castle (photo by Artep ^_^)

Try shooting from bow or air rifle at the 50th anniversary of Špilberk castle museum

October 29, 2010

During the afternoon, there is free entrance to the casemate of Špilberk castle and to its watchtower.

Photo by Lukáš Lalinský

Ignis Brunensis 2010: 5 nice photo galleries

June 2, 2010

There are two more fireworks to attend – at Brno dam lake tonight and at Petrov cathedral on Friday.

Fireworks, photo by Zdenek Softic

Fireworks festival Ignis Brunensis 2010 starts on Friday

May 19, 2010

All the firework shows start at 10:30 p.m. There is no entry feee, of course. Just arrive and enjoy.

Ignis Brunensis

Ignis Brunensis 2010: schedule of fireworks and other events

February 10, 2010

The festival will take place between May 21 and June 6. Here is what you can look forward to.

Fireworks at Petrov

Photo roundup: This was Ignis Brunensis 09, fireworks festival for 1,574,000 spectators

June 9, 2009

Ignis Brunensis 2010 will start on May 21 and end on June 6 – I’m really looking forward!

Hall P

Trade Fairs to open the biggest hall in central Europe; free motor show tickets for everyone

June 4, 2009

“Autosalon Night” will end on 11 p.m. Half an hour before the event ends, visitors of the exhibition ground will be able to see the last fireworks (the “Grand Finale”) of the Ignis Brunensis festival.

Night of masks

Friday night: masquerade street party, fireworks at Denis gardens

May 21, 2009

5,000 free masks will be available at the central square on Friday evening to anyone willing to have fun.

Accommodation with the best value for money in the town, recommended by Brno Now readers:

For backpackers: Hostel Mitte

Hostel Mitte

  • Located in the historical centre, 5 minutes from main station
  • New and clean hostel (est. 2011) in a cool medieval building, free Wi-Fi and a tiny café serving excellent coffee
  • Beds from €20
  • Alternatives: Hostel Fléda, Iberica

The convenient choice: VV Hotel

Hotel VV

  • Well rated by families with young children
  • Sauna, whirlpool and free parking
  • In walking distance (300 m) to main station, Petrov cathedral and the historical centre
  • Next to the largest downtown shopping mall, Vaňkovka
  • Single room: €49, double room: €64
  • Alternatives: U Šuláka, Pension na Dvořákově

The luxurious choice: Barceló (a.k.a. Comsa Palace)

Hotel Barceló

  • Beautifully restored historical building
  • Right next to the catedral & town's nicest park
  • In walking distance to the best restaurants, cafés, galleries and sightseeings
  • Single bed: €96+, double room: €209+
  • Alternatives: International, Royal Ricc, Hotel Cyro, Grandhotel

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