St. Nicholas Celebration
Bringing a Czech Tradition to Campus
Something unusual is coming to campus. Keep an eye out for St. Nicholas, an angel and a devil as one of Czechia's best-known traditions makes its way through the university.
| Organiser | Welcome Office Team |
| Date | December 3, 2026 |
| Time | 9:00 - 16:00 |
| Place | Across the Palacký University campus |
| Target Group | Students and the wider university community |
What to expect
Every December, St. Nicholas traditionally sets out accompanied by an angel and a devil. This year, the trio will also make their way through Palacký University.
Meet them around campus, discover the story behind this Czech tradition and experience a playful custom familiar to generations of Czech children and families.
You might receive something sweet. You might be asked a question. And you may even have to prove that you have been good this year.
Keep your eyes open – St. Nicholas may be closer than you think.
Questions? Contact the Welcome Office at welcome@upol.cz.