Two days to revisit the past—and experience something new!
Mark September 11–12, 2026, on your calendar and return to your alma mater.
A weekend awaits you where you’ll reconnect with classmates, familiar places will come alive, and the university will reveal itself in a slightly different light than you remember.
Alumni Homecoming 2026
Let us know you are coming!
By filling in the form before the event, you will make registration during the alumni gathering easier. On the day of the event, simply give your name to our ambassadors at the faculties or in front of the UPoint university shop, and in return you will receive an alumni badge, which will allow you to enjoy many benefits across Olomouc. It is as simple as that!
Win a gift package from UPoint! One gift package will be awarded to an alumnus or alumna from each faculty. All you need to do is come to one of the registration points on 12 September and let us know that you have arrived. We will add you to the list of attending alumni, from which the winners will then be drawn. So don’t forget — on-site registration is worth it!
Friday, 11 September
Opening with an Exhibition: Vernissage of Art in the New World
The alumni weekend will begin with an encounter with contemporary art. On Friday, 11 September at 16:00, we invite you to the official opening of the exhibition Art in the New World by Professor Vladimír Havlík, which will take place in the UP Rector’s Office. The exhibition curator, Dr Barbora Kundračíková, will also be present at the opening. Friday’s programme will also include an opportunity to take a look at the new U-Club, which is due to reopen in 2027 following refurbishment.
Come and enjoy an inspiring afternoon, meet fellow alumni, and take a glimpse into the world of contemporary visual art.
International Pub Quiz
Meet us at 5 pm (17:00) for an evening at FreshUP+ (Šmeralova 6, Olomouc) full of memories, laughter, and Pub Quiz Competition.
For one evening only, our International Pub Quiz returns in a special Homecoming edition created for the Palacký University community. Bring your team, test your knowledge and be part of a memorable night in Olomouc!
Gather a team of two to five people, test your knowledge, take on the competition and play for special prizes while enjoying the unique Homecoming atmosphere. Whether you come with friends, colleagues or fellow alumni, this special edition is a great opportunity to spend the evening together and be part of something a little different.
No team yet? No problem! Register individually and we will match you with other participants, so everyone has a chance to join the competition and enjoy the evening.
Saturday, 12 September
The Programme Begins and Ends in the Heart of the City (English friendly)
From the morning, registration and the first stop of the day will take place at Horní náměstí in Olomouc, near the university shop UPoint. There, you can pick up your alumni badge, register for the gathering and the Alumni Club, and get into the mood for the programme ahead.
If you do not make it to the city centre, do not worry — you will also be able to register for the Alumni Club directly at individual faculties, where our student ambassadors will be ready to help you with everything.
During the alumni gathering, Horní náměstí will also come alive with a rich cultural programme as part of European Heritage Days. The programme will include special activities prepared directly for our alumni:
- 17:00–18:00 Mixed Chamber Choir Ateneo
- 18:45–19:30 Marcell & Fidlerski
- 19:30–19:50 Welcome by the Rector and introduction of the UP Endowment Fund
- 20:45–21:30 New Street Band
After visiting university faculties, meeting former classmates, and returning to your student years, you can end the day in style right in the heart of Olomouc.
Convictorium (Konvikt) as a Meeting Place (English friendly)
For one day, Palacký University’s Konvikt will be transformed into a lively centre of alumni activities. You can look forward to:
- concerts, theatre, and a pleasant atmosphere
- a discussion with inspiring guests
- a programme for families with children
- a chill zone where you can simply meet and spend time together
- a selection of the best films from the 61st AFO festival
- alumni benefits for you directly at Konvikt and across Olomouc
Faculties as You Remember Them — and as You Have Never Seen Them Before (English friendly)
- ceremonial Silver Graduations at the Faculty of Physical Culture, Faculty of Science, and Faculty of Law
- guided tours of the Faculty of Medicine and Dentistry, Faculty of Health Sciences, and Faculty of Law buildings that are not usually open to the public
- presentation of the Dean’s Awards for promoting the good name of the Faculty of Arts, closed event
This is the day when you can return to the very places where you once sat in lecture halls and see what has changed since then.
Come back for a while. Walk through familiar corridors. Meet the people you experienced it all with. And remind yourself that some connections simply do not end with graduation.
Family Programme
Family Programme: A Morning for Children and Adults (English friendly)
During Saturday morning’s programme, from 10:30 to 14:00, you will be able to try out various activities that engage both the body and the mind. At the end, you can refresh yourself with unusual ice cream made with liquid nitrogen.
Throughout the programme, student volunteers will be available to assist you and your children. They will keep the children company and accompany them to the individual activity stations.
And what activities have we prepared for you?
Bouncy Castle and Play Corner for Children by Já sám/Zajásám Café and Playroom (English friendly)
Young visitors will have plenty to look forward to. A play corner and bouncy castle by Já sám/Zajásám Café and Playroom, located on Horní náměstí, will be prepared for them in the Convictorium (Konvikt) courtyard.
Face Painting — or Even Beard Painting (English friendly)
Come and complete your alumni look. Face painting, glitter, temporary tattoos, and sparkling decorations will be available. Visitors can decorate not only their faces, but also their hands, neckline, hair — and the more daring gentlemen can even decorate their beards.
What Does Ice Cream Made with Liquid Nitrogen Taste Like? (English friendly)
Ice cream and liquid nitrogen? It may sound unusual, but trust us, you will enjoy it. Come to the Convictorium (Konvikt) courtyard and see one of the most popular experiments — loved by both children and adults.
Student Organisation UPCrowd Will Introduce Visitors to the World of Natural Sciences and Experiments (English friendly)
Have you ever wondered what it feels like to hold real fire in your hands without getting burned? The UPCROWD association invites curious children and enthusiastic adults to take part in a programme that will spark their interest in science. Visitors can also look forward to a strange substance that cannot quite decide whether it is liquid or solid. And that is far from all — a whole range of other experiments from the world of natural sciences will be prepared.
The Human Body in the Spotlight with the Faculty of Physical Culture (English friendly)
At the Faculty of Physical Culture station, you will be able to try out what the human body is capable of and discover how challenging even seemingly simple movement tasks can be. Activities will include handgrip strength measurement, vertical jump, a balance labyrinth, step counting, and tasks focused on fine motor skills and movement coordination. Some activities will test strength, others balance, accuracy, or hand coordination — but above all, they will offer plenty of fun.
Basic Resuscitation in Cooperation with the Medical Students’ Association (English friendly)
Do you know the basics of first aid? Even if only vaguely, that is perfectly fine. Medical students from the Faculty of Medicine and Dentistry will teach you everything you need to know. You will be able to try assisted resuscitation or learn how to bandage an injury.
Music
Music Programme: From Folklore to the Evening Concert (English friendly)
Music will be a natural part of the atmosphere throughout the day, both at the Palacký University Konvikt and in the centre of Olomouc. Come and enjoy live performances, discover new artists, and experience a day that will sound exactly as it should.
CM Hejčíňan (English friendly)
12 September 2026, 14:00–15:00 | Convictorium (Konvikt) Rampart Gardens
The Hejčíňan cimbalom band will draw visitors into the world of Moravian folklore with an energy that combines tradition and the enthusiasm of young musicians. The ensemble was founded at the Gymnázium Olomouc-Hejčín, and what began as a one-off project has become a regular participant in festivities, concerts, and cultural events. Come and enjoy live music with a soul.
Unplugged Quartet (English friendly)
12 September 2026, 15:00–15:30 and 16:30–17:00 | Convictorium (Konvikt) Courtyard
Unplugged Quartet is a music ensemble from Olomouc made up of students and graduates of the Department of Music Education in Olomouc. Through elegant acoustic arrangements, it connects rock, jazz, pop, and classical elements, creating a unique atmosphere full of emotion and harmony.
Fly Tomorrow (English friendly)
12 September 2026, 17:00–18:00 | Convictorium (Konvikt) Rampart Gardens
The Olomouc band Fly Tomorrow brings an energetic mix of rock and blues with touches of modern music. Visitors can look forward to original songs featuring distinctive guitar, harmonica, and raw energy inspired by everything from delta blues to the contemporary scene. The band has performed in clubs and at festivals, and released their third album Firestarter in 2024.
Ateneo (English friendly)
12 September 2026, 17:00–18:00 | Horní náměstí
The mixed chamber choir Ateneo will bring music to Horní náměstí that combines precise vocal work with sensitive interpretation. Made up of experienced singers, the ensemble focuses on a wide repertoire across genres – from classical choral works to modern arrangements and contemporary compositions.
Their performance will offer a calmer musical pause in the middle of the Alumni Day programme, creating space to stop for a moment and let the music flow through the open space of the square.
Marcell & fiedlerski (English friendly)
12 September 2026, 18:45–19:30 | Horní náměstí
The evening highlight of the programme will be Marcell — a Palacký University alumnus returning to Olomouc with his current project alongside producer fiedlerski. Their music combines strong emotions with lightness and a modern sound. Following a successful debut, they return with the new album PIZZA PIVO DOLCE VITA, bringing energy, perspective, and catchy melodies.
New Street Band (English friendly)
12 September 2026, 20:45–21:30 | Horní náměstí
New Street Band will fill Horní náměstí with energy, naturally closing the Saturday music programme. The band builds on a strong live sound, catchy arrangements, and a repertoire that combines modern pop-rock elements with funk and soul influences.
Their concert will bring a relaxed evening atmosphere, smoothly following the main concert block and creating the ideal musical transition into the final part of the alumni gathering.
UP after hours (English friendly)
21:00–00:00 | Convictorium (Konvikt)
As night falls, the Convictorium will come alive. Visitors can look forward to an evening party with a DJ, a relaxed atmosphere, and a chance to experience the university a little differently — this time without a timetable.
Theater and Discussions
From Potential to Impact
12 September 2026, 14:30–16:00, Corpus Christi Chapel at Convictorium (Konvikt)
Leadership Matters! and the Courage to Cross One’s Own Boundaries
Talent is only the beginning. The Leadership Matters! programme helps Palacký University students develop courage, responsibility, and resilience, enabling them to cross the boundaries of their fields, expectations, and their own perceived limits.
In four short talks, programme alumni will present their personal and professional journeys and show how the experiences, relationships, and opportunities gained through the programme have influenced their further direction. Their stories will be followed by a panel discussion on whether leadership can be learned, what role the university plays in developing young talent, and what a person needs in order to cross the boundaries of what they once considered possible. The event will be hosted by Dita Palaščáková, founder and main representative of the Leadership Matters! Programme.
O.li.v.y.
12 September 2026, 15:30–16:30, Convictorium (Konvikt) Rampart Gardens
Olive Improv Show
The improv veterans from the Olomouc group O.li.v.y. will once again bring their trademark energy to the stage. Nothing is prepared in advance for an improv show — everything is shaped by the audience’s choices. Come and enjoy yourself, laugh, or perhaps even shed a tear at the stories performed by the Olomouc Olives.
UPportunities
12 September 2026, 16:30–18:00, Corpus Christi Chapel, Convictorium (Konvikt)
The World as an Opportunity: Life Not Only Beyond Borders
Some went abroad to study, others for work or adventure. This special edition of the UPportunities discussion, held as part of the Palacký University alumni gathering, will bring together alumni who set out into the world and will now share their experiences from abroad and their professional journeys. The inspiring panel discussion in the Chapel of Corpus Christi will feature Adam Matěj, who worked in Washington after his doctoral studies, Markéta Kluková from the Dutch Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Veronika Fontaine, who has experience from France and European institutions in Brussels, and Petr Opršal, an alumnus working at the Court of Justice of the European Union and the author of detective novels.
AFO
Echoes of the 61st Academia Film Olomouc Festival at the Convictorium (Konvikt)
Saturday’s programme will also include a unique film experience in cooperation with Academia Film Olomouc, the international festival of science documentary films organised by Palacký University since 1966.
Throughout the day on 12 September, the Film Hall at the Convictorium (Konvikt) will come alive with a selection of outstanding documentary films from this year’s 61st edition of AFO. The programme will feature films that received the main festival awards as well as titles that strongly resonated with audiences — in short, a showcase of some of the most interesting works currently offered by the science documentary genre.
For many visitors, the programme will also be an opportunity to return for a moment to the atmosphere of AFO, recall the energy of festival screenings, and once again immerse themselves in the world of science, powerful topics, and compelling filmmaking.
Films and Screenings
13:00 | Seafarers of Prehistory
Czech Republic | 2025 | 52 min. | Director: Tomáš Kratochvíl | AFO 2026 Award for Best Czech and Slovak Science Communication Film
Archaeology is not always just about digging in the ground. Sometimes, it also requires experimentation. Czech archaeologist Radomír Tichý took this idea seriously and assembled an expedition that carved a boat from a tree trunk in the hope of sailing across the Aegean Sea. But the journey is demanding, and the month-long voyage has more than one challenge in store for the crew. After all, if agricultural life existed on both shores of the sea and on many islands between them as early as 7,000 BC, then people must have found a way to get there — perhaps exactly like this.
14:30 | Smoke
Czech Republic | 2025 | 52 min. | Director: Robin Kvapil | Special Mention of the Jury in the Czech and Slovak Competition, AFO 2026
More than 1,500 people are serving sentences in Czech prisons for growing cannabis. A documentary filmmaker and a journalist investigate whether the judicial system is failing in these cases — as sentencing methods lag behind science and current approaches in addiction studies. Courts punish hypothetical profit that never actually occurred. Is it necessary for three young men to spend eight years in a high-security prison for thirty plants? Smoke opens a debate that has long been waiting for its place in the Czech Republic.
16:00 | Nuisance Bear (English friendly)
United States | 2026 | 89 min. | Directors: Gabriela Osio Vanden, Jack Weisman | AFO 2026 Award for Best International Popular Science Film
The town of Churchill in Canada calls itself the polar bear capital of the world. Accelerating climate change is delaying the freezing of the bay, and the ancient predator is becoming a “nuisance”. Osio Vanden and Weisman expand their award-winning short documentary, presented at AFO 2022, and follow polar bears as they wander through a world of tourists, conservationists, and hunters. An Inuit narrator reflects on generational changes in the long coexistence between humans and bears in this remote corner of the planet. The film powerfully explores both human and bear perspectives.
18:00 | Phenomena: When Elements Dance (English friendly)
Australia | 2026 | 86 min. | Director: Josef Gatti | AFO 2026 Award for Best International Popular Science Film for Science Communication and AFO 2026 Audience Award
Chemical reactions, physical forces, light refracting through matter — everything is real, captured by cameras and honest filmmaking. Phenomena is a psychedelic journey into the structure of the universe, guided by filmmaker Josef Gatti’s curiosity and accompanied by electronic music by Nils Frahm and Rival Consoles. Hypnotic experiments reveal patterns that connect atoms with galaxies. An accessible film about the breathtaking nature of the universe. Pure fascination. This is cinema.
Parallel Programme
Accompanying Programme at the Convictorium (Konvikt)
10:00–15:00 | Guided Tours of the Convictorium (Konvikt)
Discover the hidden corners of the Palacký University Arts Centre with guides from the student organisation Studium Artium. The tours will take you through the representative spaces of the Convictorium, including the Theatre Hall, Chamber Hall, and the well-known Corpus Christi Chapel. Tours begin every hour on the hour.
10:30–18:00 | Exhibition of Photographs by U3A Participants (English friendly)
Convictorium (Konvikt) Gallery
View photographs created by participants of the University of the Third Age. The exhibition will be open throughout the day in the exhibition corridor of the Convictorium.
12:30–13:00 | How the University of the Third Age Was Founded at UP
Convictorium (Konvikt) Atrium
MUDr. Vachutka, CSc., the founder of the University of the Third Age at Palacký University, will speak about its history and development.
13:00–14:00 | U3A Line Dance (English friendly)
Convictorium (Konvikt) Atrium
Come and support an energetic performance by participants of the University of the Third Age under the guidance of Mgr. Lenka Fasnerová, presenting the popular group dance style Line Dance.
15:00–18:00 | Europe Direct
Convictorium (Konvikt) Courtyard
Get to know the Europe Direct Olomouc information Centre, which has been operating at Palacký University since 2026. You will learn more about how the European Union works, opportunities for citizens, and options for studying, travelling, or volunteering. There will also be space for your questions.
15:00–18:00 | Sustainable University
Convictorium (Konvikt) Courtyard
Try out the new university cargo bike, see how Palacký University is doing in the field of sustainability, learn more about its carbon footprint and future plans, and take part in a fun interactive game.
15:00–18:00 | Palacký University Press (English friendly)
Convictorium (Konvikt) Courtyard
Create your own recycled university notebook. Combine colourful papers and photographs from university life, and decorate your creation with an alumni sticker. There are no limits to creativity.
15:00–18:00 | American Center Olomouc (English friendly)
Convictorium (Konvikt) Courtyard
The American Center at UP educates students and the general public about the United States, presents opportunities to study in the USA and the Work & Travel programme. It regularly organises cultural events, literary evenings, conversation clubs, and discussions. In cooperation with the UP Career Centre, it also prepares the Leadership Matters! programme for talented students every year. At the stand, you will find information materials, a USA puzzle, and the chance to play cornhole.
18:00–21:00 | Chill Zone (English friendly)
Convictorium (Konvikt) Courtyard and Rampart Gardens
Slow down, settle into a beanbag, and enjoy a pleasant atmosphere with calm music. It is the perfect time for conversation, meeting friends, or simply relaxing after a busy day.
21:00–00:00 | DJ Chosse Rodriguez (English friendly)
Convictorium (Konvikt) Courtyard and Rampart Gardens
As night falls, Konvikt will come alive. Visitors can look forward to an evening party with a DJ, a relaxed atmosphere, and a chance to experience the university a little differently — this time without a timetable.
OSA bar
The stylish OSA Bar will offer original mixed drinks as well as refreshing non-alcoholic options during the event.
Twinberg Brewery
Twinberg will bring an authentic atmosphere with draught beer and grilled specialities.
Vinný šenk U Zlatého Beránka
Wine lovers will find plenty to enjoy at Vinný šenk, offering a selection of Moravian wines.
Konvikt Bistro & Bar
Konvikt Bistro & Bar will also be open throughout the weekend, offering a wide selection of food, speciality coffee, and other hot and cold drinks.
Alumni can enjoy refreshments at discounted prices upon presenting their UP alumni card. Those who do not have one yet can register.
Alumni Spots
Enjoy Olomouc to the Fullest with Alumni Benefits (English friendly)
Returning to your alma mater can be even more enjoyable. During Alumni September and the main alumni weekend, special offers will be available at partner hotels, cafés, restaurants, and experience venues across Olomouc. All you need is your Palacký University Olomouc alumni card, and you can enjoy more for less. Selected offers are also available exclusively to registered members of the Alumni Club.
Stay Comfortably and with a Discount
Clarion Congress Hotel Olomouc
Plan your weekend return to Olomouc with a 10% discount on accommodation. Simply use the special code available to registered members of the Alumni Club.
Comfort Hotel Olomouc Centre
Enjoy a stay in the city centre with a 10% discount using the discount code available to registered members of the Alumni Club.
Central Park Flora
Alumni can use a discount code available in the Alumni Club when booking accommodation directly at Central Park Flora Hotel.
Long Story Short Hostel & Café
Start your day in style with a 20% discount on buffet breakfast, whether you are hotel guests or simply stopping by for brunch. The benefit is available upon presentation of your alumni card.
Miss Sophie’s Hotel
Planning to stay overnight in Olomouc during Alumni September? Use the promo code available in the Alumni Club.
Hotel Palác
Throughout September and during the alumni weekend, a special accommodation price list with breakfast will be available. Special rates are available to registered members of the Alumni Club, where you will also find an offer for family members.
Palacký University Accommodation and Dining Services
Want to relive the atmosphere of your student years? Enjoy a 15% discount on accommodation upon presentation of your alumni card.
Taste the City That Accompanied You During Your Studies
Black Stuff Irish Pub & Whiskey Bar
Stop by for special alumni drinks — Ginger Jameson and Matcha Jameson — at the discounted price of CZK 99 upon presentation of your alumni card.
Café Lyrata
Treat yourself to specialty coffee or matcha at a discount. During Alumni September, you can receive a 15% discount on all coffee and matcha drinks.
Cafe Veritas
Enjoy a signature alumni drink, a free espresso with dessert, or a Saturday breakfast with mimosa upon presentation of your alumni card.
Dobrá čajovna
Discover a special alumni tea, an original pipe blend, and the option to book tea rituals upon presentation of your alumni card.
Jásám / Zajásám
Take a coffee break — free with entry to the playroom or in a 1+1 offer in the summer garden upon presentation of your alumni card.
Konvikt bistro & bar
Throughout the weekend, you can also enjoy dining at Konvikt Bistro & Bar with a 15% discount.
Lobster Restaurant
Enjoy an Italian-inspired menu with a 15% discount upon presentation of your alumni card.
Miss Sophie’s Café
Enjoy a relaxing moment at Miss Sophie’s Café. From 1 to 15 September, you can receive a 10% discount on all purchases over CZK 100 per person.
Pikola Espressobar and Pikola Sedmička
For coffee, brunch, or an afternoon stop, enjoy a 20% discount on your order upon presentation of your alumni card.
Potrefená husa Olomouc
Head out for lunch, dinner, or a special weekend menu and take advantage of special offers upon presentation of your alumni card.
Špagetárna
During the main weekend, a signature offer and a free espresso with a spaghetti menu will be available upon presentation of your alumni card.
Discover Experiences Beyond the Campus
Motokáry Olomouc
Add a little adrenaline — throughout September and during the alumni weekend, you can enjoy a discount on go-kart rides upon presentation of your alumni card.
Premiere Cinemas
Go to the cinema as a pair and enjoy a 1+1 free ticket offer for regular film screenings during the main alumni weekend, 11–13 September, upon presentation of your alumni card. This benefit cannot be used for Premiere VIP or DBOX screenings.