FAQ

For four evenings, Signal Festival transforms the city with digital art and encourages visitors to discover Prague, reflect on current issues, and enjoy a social experience. We believe that Signal Festival is for anyone interested in contemporary art and digital culture. Visitors can look forward to a variety of art installations as well as an accompanying program in the form of an all-day conference and afterparties.

The festival features the following program: public section, Signal INSIDE, Signal Forum, Signal Afterparty, and Signal Space.

• "I want to see Prague in a new light – outdoors and for free" → Public section
  Outdoor installations in public spaces with no ticket required.
• "I want a less crowded experience with a deeper artistic dimension" → Signal INSIDE
  7 unique interior locations with tickets, controlled entry, and limited capacity.
• "I want to learn and be inspired." → Signal Forum
  Professional program with lectures and debates, registration required.
• "I want to continue after midnight." → Signal Afterparty
  Audiovisual show, Czech and foreign performers, unique locations.
• "I want the experience to continue after the festival ends." → Signal Space
  A year-round gallery of digital and immersive art in the center of Prague.

Freely accessible installations in streets, parks, and squares. You can come anytime, choose your own pace, and ideally use our map to find your way around. A great start for families, groups, and solo visitors. The program runs from Thursday, October 16, to Sunday, October 19, every day between 7:00 p.m. and midnight.

Seven unique locations with limited capacity. Site-specific installations, a quieter atmosphere, a curated selection of the best Czech and international artists. You can look forward to interactive installations, performances, and unique locations that you don't normally get to see. 

A conference and meeting for those interested in the intersection of art, technology, and society.
On Friday, October 17, from 10:00 a.m. – a day full of lectures, workshops, and networking with speakers from the Czech Republic and abroad. 

A club night with an emphasis on AV shows and a unique line-up for each day. The unusual space of Radiopalác in Vinohrady and festival energy with a different rhythm.

A permanent home for digital and immersive art. Opening in October 2025 at Rytířská 10, Prague 1. A place where you can enjoy Signal even outside the festival: exhibitions, accompanying program, children's zone, and other facilities for the community. Tickets and information can be found here.

The festival has two routes – Centrum and Vinohrady. A total of 20 installations – 13 publicly accessible, 7 located in Signal INSIDE. We ask visitors to follow our recommended routes, which have been created with safety, needs, and restrictions in public spaces in mind.

The festival takes place only once a year for 4 days. This year's edition will take place from October 16 to 19, from 7:00 p.m. to midnight. Accompanying activities such as Signal Forum and Afterparty have their own schedule. Signal Space is the only activity that you can see all year round. 

👉 www.signalfestival.com/program

Here you will find a list of all installations, marked paid and free locations and their locations

on the map.

This year, we offer three main categories of tickets to Signal INSIDE:

1. One-day ticket
   Valid for any one day of the festival and entitles you to enter all 7 paid Signal INSIDE locations. Each location can be visited once – admission is linked to your unique QR code, which is locked for further use after being scanned at each installation. 
2. 4-day ticket
   Free admission to all 7 paid locations throughout the festival. Suitable for those who want to spread the experience over several days and perhaps even return to a favorite location. Includes an audio guide on your phone.
   
   The ticket is non-transferable and linked to the name entered at the time of purchase – Signal Festival staff may request photo ID verification during checks. 

VIP ticket
Not only does it grant access to all paid locations throughout the festival and the Signal Audioguide, but also other VIP benefits: admission from 6 p.m., priority access to all locations, a welcome drink, free admission to Signal Space, and a ticket for the first 300 guests to the Signal Afterparty presented by gloTM.

The ticket is non-transferable and linked to the name entered at the time of purchase - Signal Festival staff may request photo ID verification during checks.

Signal INSIDE offers a slightly different experience from the freely accessible part of the festival. It takes place in indoor locations with limited capacity and emphasizes an individual and authentic experience of the artworks. We charge for Signal INSIDE in order to regulate attendance, and thanks to the revenue from ticket sales, we can afford to make the majority of the Signal Festival accessible to everyone for free.

Children under 6 and people with disabilities have free admission. For groups and families, we offer a 4+1 free ticket promotion. 

4-day and VIP tickets are non-transferable and tied to a specific name; ID will be required at the entrance. Name changes for non-transferable tickets can be made until October 13, 2025, by emailing info@eventlook.cz.

Tickets are non-refundable, except in the event of cancellation on our part; we proceed in accordance with the Terms and Conditions. A link to the current Terms and Conditions can be found in the footer of the website and on the purchase page.

We will send you all the benefits and information about them by email before the festival. Please keep an eye on our communications.

In September/October, we will send the first 300 VIP ticket holders a unique code for 1 free ticket to the Signal Festival Afterparty presented by glo™. Only 100 tickets are allocated for VIPs for each evening, so we recommend that you don't delay in choosing a specific date.

• Deadline: codes must be redeemed by October 13, 2025, at the latest. After that, all unused capacity will be forfeited.
• Holders of VIP tickets purchased after October 13, 2025, are not eligible for this benefit (unless capacity is exhausted earlier).
• The Afterparty is a separate event and this benefit does not apply to one-day or four-day tickets.

A QR code on your phone is sufficient at the entrance; we recommend adding it to Apple/Google Wallet (it also works offline). You will also find a PDF ticket in your email, which you can print out if necessary. 

Please note: make sure your phone is charged → you cannot check in without displaying the QR code. 

No, it is not enough. Each person has their own QR code, which you received in an email after placing your order. Therefore, the check will require scanning all QR codes according to the number of visitors. We recommend dividing your QR codes for individual check-in to speed up the process. 

First, check your Spam and Bulk folders. Try searching for the email: tickets@signalfestival.com. If you cannot find the email, please write to info@eventlook.cz and include your first name, last name, and the email address used for the purchase.

Each location is specific and has its own restrictions.

Upon entry, follow the navigation, which will gradually lead you to the entrance corridors, where your ticket will be scanned and a security check will be performed. Please have your QR code ready for quick check-in. At the same time, entry with prohibited items is prohibited - see safety notice

If you have a problem with your ticket during the check, you will be referred to the location coordinator, who will help you resolve the issue. 

Just follow our festival map, where you will find all the installations and accompanying information. There are two main routes:

Center – takes you through the Old and New Towns, where you will see video mapping on the Old Town Hall, a unique projection on the water surface, and a number of interesting interior locations.

Vinohrady – takes you through the residential district of Vinohrady, including monumental video mapping on the Basilica of St. Ludmila, unique performances, and object installations in popular parks.

The best way to get here is by public transport. Starting points include the Náměstí Republiky, Staroměstská (for the Centrum route) or Náměstí Míru and Jiřího z Poděbrad (for the Vinohrady route) metro stations. 

The best way to enjoy the festival is on foot. A walk through Prague in the evening is part of the experience. For safety reasons, we ask visitors not to ride bicycles, e-bikes, scooters, or other similar vehicles in the vicinity of the locations. There is an increased number of pedestrians on the streets.

Together with our partner, the ČEZ Group, we are introducing the Pomáhej pohybem (Help by Moving) app this year. So, whether you run or walk from one installation to another, your activity and energy with the EPP app will generate points for a unique project that the ČEZ Group will financially support through the ČEZ Foundation.

If you want to experience the lively festival atmosphere, come at 7:00 p.m. If you prefer a quieter walk, come after 9 p.m. We ask visitors to be patient when waiting at some Signal INSIDE locations. Due to limited capacity and the intention to maintain a premium experience, queues may occur. 

Signal Festival has long maintained its multimedia character. This year, you can look forward to two video mappings, immersive projections, performances, interactive object installations, and much more. Some installations run at intervals with breaks, while others run continuously. You will find a detailed description of each installation. For more information, see the Program & Map section at signalfestival.com.

Yes, Signal INSIDE locations are part of the festival routes and can be easily combined with a visit to the freely accessible installations. With one ticket, you can see the entire Signal Festival program.

Just download our Signal Festival app or visit the festival website at signalfestival.com. You can conveniently view the map on your mobile phone, including the entire program and necessary information about the festival. You can also find the festival map on light panels at each installation and on navigation totems.

Together with our partner Deník N, we are preparing a special edition with a reliable festival guide during the festival. You can get it at all ticket offices for paid installations. It includes stories about the art installations, a selection of the best of the program, and, of course, a printed map. Our SIGNALISTI volunteers in distinctive yellow jackets will also be handing out copies on the streets. Don't miss it! 

We ask all parents to consider visiting the Signal Festival with their children due to safety and restrictions such as: 

• The festival takes place at night and the city is full of people 
• Each location has loud music
• Signal INSIDE locations are not suitable for visitors with strollers

The rapidly flashing lights and effects of some installations may cause photosensitive epileptic seizures in sensitive individuals. It is best to consider your participation with regard to your health condition. Visitors can find information about installations that are not suitable for people with epilepsy in the installation details on our website.

We want the Signal Festival to be accessible to everyone. However, the situation varies depending on the specific location and access from public spaces. We recommend checking the accessibility of individual locations in advance and planning your route according to your abilities. If you need assistance on site, please do not hesitate to contact our designated staff. Basic comments on locations: 

Location | Barrier-free access | Comment

1. St. Agnes Convent | YES | Assistance required, minor obstacles
2. Dvořák Embankment | YES | Access via elevator at the Fairmont Hotel and passage through the tunnel to the embankment
3. Klausova Synagogue | NO | Stairs to the 2nd floor
4. Old Town Hall Tower | YES 
5. National Library of the Czech Republic | YES
6. Clam-Gallas Palace | YES 
7. Former Old Town Market Hall | YES with assistance | Entrance and exit on Rytířská Street
8. Savarin Riding Hall | YES with assistance | The approach is on gravel, easier access is from V cípu Street
9. Hybernská Campus | YES
10. Republic Square | YES 
11. Chapel of the Archbishop's Grammar School | NO | The location is 3 floors down with no elevator access
12. Basilica of St. Ludmila | YES
13. Tresor Club | YES | Assistance required
14. Riegrovy sady | NO | Access via staircase, limited space 
15. Sady Svatopluka Čecha | YES | The location is in a park on grass, visible from the main road
16. U Vodárny | YES 

• In case of inclement weather, some installations will be closed for safety reasons.
• Photography: flash and tripods are not permitted. The use of drones is prohibited. Please note that we use powerful lighting equipment at the venues, which may damage your photographic equipment. We are not liable for any damage. 
• Public space: please be considerate; do not block emergency routes and entrances to buildings.
• Child safety: supervise and keep children with you, especially near water and in crowded areas.
• Navigation and corridors: follow the directions and instructions of the staff; this speeds up passage and increases comfort for everyone.
• Taxi services: We ask visitors who wish to use taxi services after the end of the festival to call them to a location further away from the main festival venues. This helps us maintain safety at the festival, thank you. 
• (Shared) bikes & scooters: We ask visitors not to ride bikes, scooters, or similar vehicles to the festival locations. There are crowds around the route and installations. Thank you.

What to expect

• The historic center is busy with tourists; during the festival, large crowds of visitors can be expected - we kindly ask for your patience and that you follow the instructions of the staff.
• Walk on the sidewalks, cross only at crosswalks, and pay attention to the surrounding traffic situation - watch out for trams and cars that are also moving through the streets.
• Please do not block narrow passageways and respect one-way traffic.
• Take care of yourself and your loved ones. Keep an eye on your valuables.
• If you encounter any problems, do not hesitate to contact our staff.

What always applies

• No smoking in any indoor areas.
• No animals allowed indoors (exceptions for assistance/guide dogs).
• Controlled entry due to capacity reasons - we admit visitors on a rolling basis as capacity allows.
• Expect to have your ID checked for 4-day/VIP tickets (name-specific).
• Luggage and strollers: all locations are indoor and divided spaces with limited space. Signal Festival staff may restrict entry if necessary.

What to expect

• For safety reasons, the arrival and departure route is via the underpass at the Fairmont Hotel; movement is controlled by our staff.
• The viewing area is located on the riverbank without railings - please exercise caution and consideration for others.
• Please do not enter the closed sections of the paths, as these are safety zones for the laser projection. The bike path is also closed in this section during festival hours.
• Do not climb over the railings, sit on the edges of the embankment, or lean over the water.

Performances take place three times an hour, and the space has limited capacity and controlled entry. Expect to wait during peak times; we recommend visiting this location later in the evening. A “waiting room” for visitors will be set up inside the space with a bar.

The main food court is in front of St. Ludmila Basilica. Here you will find hot drinks and quick snacks for breaks between locations.

We accept contactless card payments and cash as standard.

Festival toilets are located on Dvořákovo nábřeží, near St. Ludmila's Basilica, and in Riegrovy sady (near the glo partner installation). You can see the exact locations on the festival map. You can also use public toilets, which are located throughout the city center—these services may be subject to a fee based on the operator's terms and conditions. 

Yes, we plan to have two ticket offices. One is at St. Ludmila's Basilica, and the other is at the first location on the Center route, near the Convent of St. Agnes. We accept contactless payments and cash. However, we recommend purchasing tickets online, which will be available on our website during the festival, so you don't have to wait in line at the ticket office. 

Volunteers (wearing reflective vests) will be available to assist you at public locations, and our coordinator will be available at Signal INSIDE locations. 

Yes, for non-transferable tickets (4-day/VIP) until October 13, 2025, via info@eventlook.cz. Include your order number, email address, and desired name in the email. One-day tickets are transferable until activation (first use), so you do not need to change the name.

Not as a rule. The exception is if we cancel the event; in that case, we proceed according to the Terms and Conditions. 

Check your spam and bulk folders. Try searching for the sender tickets@signalfestival.com. If you cannot find the email, write to info@eventlook.cz and include your first name, last name, and the email address used for the purchase.

We use notifications on the website, update the program, and add signage on site. In the event of an emergency, we use an operator to quickly inform all visitors via text message.

The link to the terms and conditions is here and the policy is here.

Please contact Eventlook ticket sales support at info@eventlook.cz

The festival takes place outdoors; the program may be modified for safety reasons (wind, rain, etc.). We will inform you of any changes via social media, our website, and the app. In the event of an emergency, we use an operator to quickly inform all visitors via text message.