Accompanying Program

Experience first-hand how pleasant it can be to wait for public transport in a modern bus shelter. You can try one out behind KVIFF.TV Park near the Hotel Thermal, right at the festival bus stop called “Hotel Thermal.” Here, you can connect to WiFi, charge your phone, or find all kinds of information on an LCD screen. This trendy bus stop is provided by the festival’s main media partner, BigBoard Praha. Innovative, fully functional shelters can be found in various locations in and around Prague, including “Slavia Nádraží Eden,” and the main square in Průhonice.

BMW will be present at KVIFF 59 in front of the Kaiserbad with its new BMW Pop-Up. Festivalgoers can look forward to an exclusive showing of the BMW XM’s Individual version, plus a presentation of M Performance Parts accessories and of the individualization options available as part of the BMW Individual program. One of the main attractions will be a BMW M4 CS performance model. A team of specialists will be on hand to answer any questions you might have about the exhibited vehicles or any other BMW products. Visitors with festival passes can also register for a test drive, meaning they can experience first-hand the joy of driving a BMW. The BMW Pop-Up will be open every day from 10 am to 6 pm.

Check out the world of Bohemian crystal and get a close-up look at the work of the most skilled master glassmakers. At the Moser Boutique right inside the Grandhotel Pupp, a unique bowl from the Magnus collection – an auction item for the Sue Ryder non-profit organization – will be on display throughout the festival. July 4–12, daily 11 am – 7 pm. www.moser.com.

During KVIFF 59, Canadian hockey brand CCM and the Sue Ryder non-profit organization are joining forces at KVIFF.TV Park. Every day from 11 am to 7 pm, you can test your accuracy at the CCM Hockey Goal while helping a good cause. Every time you get a shot to the post, hit the upper corner, or shoot between the goalie’s legs, CCM will donate a financial sum to the Sue Ryder organization, which helps senior citizens live a dignified old age. Come and shoot at the goal and support a good cause!

Radiožurnál and KVIFF invite you to the Filmžurnál program at the R-stream mobile studio at the Park Colonnade (Sadová kolonáda). Radiožurnál will again broadcast live from the film festival in Karlovy Vary. Come to see live broadcasts from Radiožurnál’s mobile studio – the R-stream – right at the Park Colonnade (Sadová kolonáda). Featuring moderators Jan Pokorný and Hanka Shánělová, Radiožurnál film critic Pavel Sladký, and their festival guests. July 4–12, daily 9 am – 5 pm.

Come and taste the festival’s official drink at the Don Papa bar at KVIFF.TV Park. The bar will be open throughout the festival, daily from 11 am to 3 am. @donpaparum, pijsrozumem.cz

Meetings, discussions, and workshops with filmmakers, television creators, and actors about new films, documentaries, and series from Czech Television. Evening concerts. For children, dance, art, and sports programs, meet-and-greets and photo ops with fairy-tale characters; visit the ČT :D photo studio and the ČT Edition shop. Café open all day with a special breakfast menu in the morning. From 9 am to 10 pm. Free admission. Full program at www.ceskatelevize.cz/vary.

Open every day from 10 am to 8 pm. Welcome to the Esprit Club 2025! Appointments for men’s haircuts or styling are accepted at +420 603 109 301. The service is provided free of charge.

Don’t miss a single film. Our rental shops have classic bikes and e-bikes ready for you to quickly and comfortably get around between the tent city and individual screening venues. The rentals are operated by professionals from the Ski & Bike Center Radotín. Rentals are free, so don't hesitate and pick up your Specialized bike at one of these four locations: the tent city, Thermal Hotel, Theater Square (Divadelní náměstí), and in the park by the Grandhotel Pupp. The bikes are available every day from 8 am to 11 pm. Follow us on Instagram @specializedcz.

The bike rental partner is the ČEZ Group.

By renting a bike, you support our official non-profit partner Sue Ryder and a selected cinema.

Visit the innogy Bistro, open every day of the festival from 9 am to midnight. Breakfast, lunch, dinner. More information at innogy.cz/kviffmoments.

Film and music with innogy. Come experience great #kviffmoments. Film quizzes, dubbing studio, face painting, balloons, talk shows featuring the creators of Princess Goldenhair, Broken Voices, Caravan, and Invincibles.

July 5 and 6: TMEL puppet theater; July 5: fencing with the stunt performers of CSFA; July 5, 8, and 10 starting at 7 pm: performances, respectively by Pavel Čadek, Adam Mišík, and Tereza Mašková. More information at innogy.cz/kviffmoments.

Discover a world of unforgettable experiences and come visit us. Among other things, you can look forward to a talk show by Libor Bouček with special guests. The IQOS LOUNGE is open every festival day from 11 am to midnight.

Your festival cup of perfection.​ Come and enjoy our unique atmosphere with a cup of excellent Italian coffee Lavazza: espresso, cappuccino, or any of our other specialties. Our stand offers not only top-notch coffee, but also moments of relaxation, inspiration, and the chance to meet other lovers of coffee and cinema. Daily 8 am – 8 pm.

As in past years, the Karlovy Vary film festival is not just about film – it’s about beauty as well. Please accept our invitation to the L’Oréal Paris Lounge and let yourself be pampered by the products of this leading cosmetic brand. You can look forward to make-up inspired by the stars of the red carpet, hair styling, and skin diagnostics. Daily from 10 am to 8 pm.

Come to life at the festival with Mattoni. At the Mattoni Life Bar, non-alcoholic Mattoni cocktails and good tunes await you every day from 1 pm until 11 pm. Come and check out musicians such as BEN CRISTOVAO, PSH, Marcell, CHINASKI, Sebastian, NobodyListen & guests, Jelen, Calin, Pokáč, Pam Rabbit, Ewa Farna, and many others. Every day starting at 1 pm, our mini-stage is available with instruments for you to jam on. Or relax and watch others perform. During the day, you can see an art exhibition organized in collaboration with light designer Pavla Beranová. More information on Instagram @mattoni_cz.

Refreshments every day of the festival with tasty Mattoni non-alcoholic cocktails at our pop-up bar. This year, try our new non-alcoholic drink: Lavazza coffee with Mattoni mineral water.

Located near the Elisabeth Spa, the info booths of the Karlovy Vary Information Center, the Živý kraj tourist program, and Dobroty Karlovarského kraje (Treats of the Karlovy Vary Region) will be open every day of the festival from 10 am to 8 pm. Come and enjoy regional products and tips for outings. Taste and get to know our region and let yourself be inspired! Discover what makes the Karlovy Vary Region unique, and take home more than cinematic experiences. Stop on by, we are here for you! More at www.zivykraj.cz and www.karlovyvary.cz.

Slow down, take a deep breath, and let yourself be carried away by summer serenity. The ORLEN zone transforms the center of events into a seaside chill-out spot – with lounge chairs, palm trees, and a beach bar full of refreshing drinks that will quench your thirst and spice up your routine. Whether you’re on your way to see a movie or just need to recharge your batteries, this is the spot to tank up on energy in style. Daily from 10 am to 10 pm. Enjoy a gourmet experience with a hot dog and a cup of delicious coffee at the nearby Stop Cafe zone. A truly irresistible combination!

Enjoy the taste of real ice cream with crunchy chocolate at the Pegas Premium Ice Cream Bar in KVIFF.TV Park! Premium refreshments in the form of smooth ice cream with delicious crunchy chocolate. Pegas Premium offers sweet joy, right at the heart of the festival. For more information, follow us on Instagram @primazmrzlina.

The best suds in Vary never change. Pilsner Urquell again serves up the best beer on tap, with creamy foam poured by our tap masters. You can also savor excellent food and a great program of events: our unique beer tapping school, pouring contests, live music, and DJs. Where can you find us?

In the main zone by the Hotel Thermal: 10 am–2 am; the “Autíčko” taproom at the Hotel Thermal: 10 am–4 am; the stand by the stairs next to the Market Colonnade (Tržní kolonáda): 10 am–2 am.

Enjoy an oasis of peace right at the heart of the film festival at the Hotel Thermal! Discover the stylish Bjut pop-up lounge by Dr. Max, where special wellness rituals await. Treat yourself to a Hydra Lift hydrating skin ritual (30 min/free) or a relaxing massage (15 min/free). All services must be ordered in advance via our reservation system at www.bjut.cz. Relax, recharge your energy, and let your beauty shine – every day from 11 am to 7 pm. Follow us on Instagram @bjut_bydrmax. Bjut by Dr. Max – your partner in beauty care.

Profimed delivers its pink container with its pop-up store to the very center of the festival not far from the Grandhotel Pupp, where it will present its hot new items for the summer. From Saturday until Friday, this trendy shop with a carefully selected range of MUST-HAVE festival products will ensure that audiences have the perfect smile and style. Express dental aesthetics with Swissdent and Smilepen or revolutionary technologies from Japan and Korea – this is just part of the care we provide specifically for the festival. Open daily from 10 am to 6 pm. For more information, follow us on Instagram @profimed.cz and www.profimed.cz.

Enjoy a day at the festival with a cup of choice coffee or a summer drink at an oasis of peace in the middle of the city. You’ll find the Progresus Café at Dvořákovy Sady (Dvořák Park), where the pleasant atmosphere will let the time flow more slowly. Follow us on Instagram @‌progresusinvestholding for the latest program and menu.

Come and relax with refreshments at the PUPP-UP Lounge – a stylish zone right by the Grandhotel Pupp, where top-quality mixology is joined by modern street food. Cocktails are provided by bartenders from the legendary Becher’s Bar and the new Splendid Bar speakeasy; gastronomic delights are provided by brothers Giang Ta Binh and Khanh Ta Quoc from Prague’s Gao Den, Taro, Dian, and Pho 100 restaurants.

The lounge is open daily from noon until midnight. Relax while enjoying great drinks and street food. Follow our program on Instagram: @grandhotelpupp.

Reflex returns to KVIFF – and we’re bringing more than ever before. On the first floor of the Hotel Thermal, you’ll find not only Reflex Backstage, but also our popular photo booth, where you can have your picture taken and become a star of Reflex’s cover page. Definitely worth checking out is the exhibition of our in-house photographer Nguyen Phuong Thao, which you’ll find at the Elisabeth Spa. More information about Reflex at Vary can be found at www.reflex.cz or on our social network profiles. We look forward to seeing you!

The fun never ends with Rohlík, on screen or off! Stop by Rohlík Park for a great place to sit and relax, our even better Rohlíček Zone with child-minding services and children’s entertainment, or the special lounge for our Xtra customers. And at the Rohlík Point, you can pick up groceries any time you need. For the latest information, check our social networks under #RohliknaKVIFF. Enjoy the movies and we look forward to your visit!

Every day from 9 am to 9 pm, Seznam.cz’s festival studio takes a fresh look at your favorite shows and showbusiness personalities. Every day, we go over super news, because everybody has a right to be a star during the festival, even without the red carpet and the glow of the spotlight.

Discover unique clothing with a story! Meet our patron, actress Antonie Martinec Formanová, plus other inspirational personalities. Spruce up your wardrobe sustainably at our charity pop-up shop while supporting our project for a dignified old age. Every day from 10 am to 5 pm. Stay in the picture on Instagram @sueryderpraha.

Explore the ČEZ Group’s World of Energy and enjoy a unique experience with a charge! Every day from 10 am to 10 pm at the Municipal Savings Bank building, you can visit the largest power plants in the Czech Republic. Just put on our special VR goggles and you’ll be transported to places that ordinary mortals will never see: the nuclear reactor at Temelín, the top of a cooling tower in Dukovany, or the inside of an empty reservoir at Dlouhé stráně! More information at www.svetenergie.cz

Every evening, the heart of Dvořákové sady (Dvořák Park) comes to life with the Digital Tree – an illuminated installation from VISA that transforms a traditional tree into a pulsating neural network of financial transactions. A metaphor for the living organism of the digital age, every impulse of light on the interactive sculpture represents a flow of digital energy, and every branch connects virtual space with the real world.

The Castle Tower will surprise you! Need a break and want to recharge your batteries for more festival adventures? We’re here for you every day from 10 am to 10 pm with coffee from a local roastery, refreshing drinks, original deserts, and a one-of-a-kind view over the pulsating city center. Check out our exclusive exhibition Great Spa Towns of Europe, which celebrates the addition of 11 European spa towns to the UNESCO World Heritage List. Follow our special festival program on Instagram @zamecka_vez.

Have your clothes ironed. Every day from 10 am to 7 pm a special ironing corner equipped with a Kärcher steam ironing station will be available to festival visitors, where we'll take care of your wrinkled clothes. For more information, follow our Instagram @karcher_cz.