Čochtan's Třeboň Water Goblin Festival
28. ročník tradičního vodnického festivalu Čochtanova Třeboň
Dive into the whimsical world of water goblins at the traditional 28th annual Čochtan's Třeboň Water Goblin Festival, a family-friendly celebration held at the historic State Chateau.

📜 A traditional family-friendly celebration, the 28th annual Čochtan's Třeboň Water Goblin Festival brings the whimsical world of water goblins to life.
🎭 Commemorates Jan Werich's famous water goblin Čochtan and the artists of Osvobozené divadlo, Jiří Voskovec and Jaroslav Ježek, through songs, fairy tales, and theatrical scenes.

Why Go

👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Enjoy a unique family-friendly event with water goblins and aquatic characters.
🏰 Explore the historic State Chateau Třeboň and its grounds.
🎶 Experience songs, fairy tales, and theatrical scenes.
🎁 Kids can participate in Čochtan's Fairy Tale World for prizes from Pohádka confectionery.
🎉 Witness the Water Goblin Parade to Svět pond.
🎤 Try your luck at Water Goblin Superstar or the Water Goblin Fashion Show.
🎨 Get creative with painting, making mugs, and cut-outs at "Water Goblins Have Talent".

Hours

🗓️ Friday, August 8th

  • 18:30: Water Goblin Assembly (Masaryk Square by the fountain)

🗓️ Saturday, August 9th

  • 10:00–13:00: Čochtan's Fairy Tale World (Castle Park) with activities like Wheel of Fortune, Cosmetic Salon, Treasure Hunt, and encounters with Red Riding Hood, Devils, Princesses, and Witches.
  • 10:00–13:00: Water Goblins Have Talent (Gazebo in the park) featuring painting, mugs, cut-outs, and creative ideas.
  • 13:30–16:30: Country Panoptikum (Castle Park) for listening and dancing to cheerful songs.
  • 16:30: Water Goblins for Themselves (Castle Park) including Water Goblin Superstar (singing, croaking allowed) and Water Goblin Fashion Show (funniest outfits).
  • 18:00: Water Goblin Parade to Svět pond (Large Castle Courtyard by the fountain).

🗓️ Sunday, August 10th

  • 11:00: Farewell at the Fountain (Large Castle Courtyard) with guitar and cheerful songs.

Cost

💰 No reservation necessary, admission fee information not available.

Checklist

🟢 Wear green for the Water Goblin Parade!
☕ Bring your own mug for the parade to release souls.
🍬 Prizes for kids from Pohádka confectionery in Třeboň.

Getting There

📍 Takes place in the center of Třeboň, mainly at the State Chateau Třeboň.