On August 21, the Prague Exhibition Centre in Holešovice will host the third edition of the NeverMore 68 Festival, marking the 56th anniversary of the Soviet occupation of former Czechoslovakia. This year’s festival is dedicated to the women who had the courage to stand up against the totalitarian regime and injustice, with their moving stories of bravery, love, and loss intended to inspire all visitors.
The festival honors the so-called “women in dissent,” who actively fought for freedom and democracy during the communist era. This theme connects with last year’s festival, which focused on disinformation.
The event is organized by Výstaviště Praha in cooperation with various organizations, including the Institute for Independent Journalism, Czech Radio, the Memory of the Nation organization (Post Bellum), the National Film Archive, and the Museum of 20th Century Memory.
Tomáš Hübl, director of the exhibition center, emphasizes: “The festival is an opportunity to remember the importance of freedom and democracy. This year, we are focusing on the women who were actively involved in the fight for these values. Their stories prove that individuals can change the world.”
The rich cultural program includes discussions, exhibitions, concerts, and a video stage where thematic documentaries will be shown throughout the day. The festival has evolved compared to previous years, offering visitors even more opportunities to engage with history.
Since August 5, visitors to the exhibition grounds have been able to explore the “One Hundred Years of Women” exhibition, which tells the stories of women from different eras—from World War II to the end of communism. This exhibition is another highlight of the festival. Admission to the event is free of charge.
NeverMore 68
August 21, from 15:00 to 23:00
Výstaviště Prague Holešovice
