Svatomartinské slavnosti v Českém Krumlově (Feast of St. Martin Wine Festival, Český Krumlov) is a festive autumn celebration held each November 11th, marking the arrival of the new St. Martin’s wines in the UNESCO-listed medieval town of Český Krumlov, Czech Republic. The day begins with the procession of St. Martin on horseback, symbolizing the patron saint of winemakers, followed by wine tastings, folk music, and seasonal dishes like roast goose. With its blend of local tradition, gastronomy, and the fairy-tale setting of Český Krumlov’s historic streets, the festival is a joyful tribute to both wine heritage and community spirit.

DATES & TIMES
• Main moment: Tuesday 11 November 2025, 11:11 — arrival of St. Martin and festive opening of St. Martin’s wine. Official event page.
• Wine Festival context: part of the city’s Wine Festival Český Krumlov (Oct–Nov), which also features a week of St. Martin wine & menus after 11 Nov. Festival overview • St. Martin wine days.
• Exact daily schedule publishes annually on the official festival pages.

LOCATION
• Ceremony hub: Svornosti Square (Náměstí Svornosti), Český Krumlov Old Town. Official event page.
• Map: Svornosti Square — Open in Google Maps.

TICKETS & ENTRY
• Free entry: public ceremony in the main square; no general ticket is listed on official pages. Official event page.
• Food & wine: participating restaurants offer St. Martin’s wine and roast goose menus during the week that follows. St. Martin wine days.

GOOD TO KNOW
• Tradition: St. Martin “arrives on a white horse” and the first young wines of the year are opened. Festival overview.
• Timing tip: be in the square before 11:00 to get a spot; the ceremony is brief and crowded. Official event page.
• After 11 Nov: look for special St. Martin menus and tastings around town all week. St. Martin wine days.

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