Covid-19 epidemic in the Czech Republic

The government restricts mass events effective from 5 October. Restrictions to be imposed for secondary schools, colleges, and universities


From 12:00 a.m. on 5 October 2020 to 11:59 p.m. on 18 October 2020, the government will impose crisis measures in connection to the COVID-19 pandemic, based on the declared state of emergency. As of Monday, concerts and theatre performances primarily involving singing will be prohibited for 14 days, as will mass events for more than 10 persons in indoor premises and more than 20 persons on outdoor premises. From 5 October to 18 October 2020, the operation of secondary schools, colleges, and universities will be restricted in the capital city of Prague and regions in the orange and red alert levels according to the valid traffic light system. Given the current epidemiological situation, in-person attendance at classes will be prohibited in these regions. Furthermore, singing and sports activities will not be included in school instruction.

The government restricts mass events effective from 5 October. Restrictions to be imposed for secondary schools, colleges and universities