Main program 2013
Friday, May 3, 2013 | ||
| OC Plaza mall area behind the river |
| Military history club program - Historical military machinery, uniforms, arms, glimpses into life at a historical military camp. Historical allied camps: U.S. soldiers from the 16th Armored Division and the 17th Airborne Division, Czechoslovak Independent Armoured Brigade camp, Wehrmacht camp |
| 9 a.m. –2 p.m. | Week with the Army – Civil defense sports day with the Czech Armed Forces. Static and mobile displays, contests of skill, sports competitions, vehicle fleet, uniforms, gear, arms, disciplines for the “Olympic Winners’ Versatility Badge” | |
| 10 a.m. – 5 p.m. | Presentation, Pilsen City Police Department Information about the city police department, contests for children | |
| 9 a.m. – 10 p.m. | Cultural program - 9a.m. “AFN 1945” 3:30 p.m. Flaxa 5 p.m. Military car exhibition 6 p.m. Lignit 8 p.m. Open-air country ball (performer: APLLE) | |
| Pobřežní St. | 9 a.m. – 6 p.m. | Patton Memorial Pilsen – Museum program and side exhibitions Evening in May 1945 – performance by Patrick Dewan, concert by Pilsner Jazz Band, Entrance: CZK 45 |
9 a.m. – 6 p.m. | Checkpoint Raiders - Contemporary U.S. Army checkpoint with a live demonstration of a camp and exhibition of current and historical gear, arms and equipment. Guided tours – every hour on the hour | |
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| Proluka site Křižíkovy sady (park) | 9 a.m. – 8.30 p.m. | “Plzeň 1945” – Period atmosphere of a street in Pilsen in May 1945 - US Army 2nd Infantry Division, 16th Armored Division and Czechoslovak Independent Armoured Brigade camps; the most historical military vehicles in one place: armored personnel carriers, Jeeps, Dodges, GMCs, motorcycles and more; a look at military life; authentic arms, gear and uniforms; command post; field mess; infirmary; wash rooms; fence with period posters; news stand; reenactments Cultural program: 5 p.m. fashion show 6:30 p.m. Original Alva Vinariko Orchestra “Best Photo from 1945” contest – Take your own “period photo!” For more information: www.plzen1945.com. |
| Republic Square | 6 p.m. - 10 p.m. | Cultural program - 6 p.m. Chválenická Pilsen Art School Big Swing and Brass Orchestra 8:30 p.m. Miroslav Žbirka |
Saturday, May 4, 2013 | ||
| OC Plaza mall area behind the river | 9 a.m. - 6 p.m. | Military history club program - Historical military machinery, uniforms, arms, glimpses into life at a historical military camp. Historical allied camps: U.S. soldiers from the 16th Armored Division and the 17th Airborne Division, Czechoslovak Independent Armoured Brigade camp, Wehrmacht camp 1945-style military shooting range (2:30 – 3:15 p.m.) Current army camps: REGI Base II (ISAF – International Security Assistance Force in Iraq), Military Police post in Afghanistan Air-soft shooting range for children |
| 9 a.m. - 4 p.m. | Week with the Army – Czech Armed Forces’ presentation, vehicle fleet, uniforms, gear, arms | |
| 9 a.m. - 10 p.m. | Cultural program – 9 a.m. AFN 1945 1 p.m. Čáry Máry 3:15 p.m. Blue Gate 4:30 p.m. Veteran Jiří Schrams and the Regi Base foundation (program guests) 4:40 p.m. Veteran Car Exhibition 5:30 p.m. Rivan and the Paids 7 p.m. The Storm 8:15 p.m. “Soldier´s Dance Night” – Košík band | |
| 10 a.m. - 6 p.m. | Liberate Pilsen! – Student game finals | |
| Pobřežní St. Peklo Cultural Center | 9 a.m. – 6 p.m. 9.30 a.m. 10.30 a.m. 6.30 p.m. | Patton Memorial Pilsen – Museum program and side exhibitions Nursery school competition launch, opening of the exhibition “How Nursery School Children View the Army” Meeting with World War II veterans Screening of Tobruk (entrance free of charge) |
| 9 a.m. - 6 p.m. | Checkpoint Raiders - Contemporary U.S. Army checkpoint with a live demonstration of a camp and exhibition of current and historical gear, arms and equipment. Guided tours – every hour on the hour | |
| Rebublic Square | 12 noon– 10 p.m. | Cultural program - 12 noon Mladinka and Mladina song and dance folklore troupe 1:45 p.m. General Patton scholarship winner announced 2.30 p.m. Harley Davidson Club and Mustang Riders Club presentation 4:30 p.m. Castle Guard and Czech Police Band 5:40 p.m. Announcement of the winners of Liberate Pilsen 6 p.m. “The Rebel Pipers” Scottish bagpipe performance 7:30 p.m. Taxmani 8:45 p.m. Plavci The Armed Forces provide hope – ATOS transfusion service vehicle, opportunity to register as a bone marrow donor |
| Proluka site Křižíkovy sady (park) | 9 a.m. – 7.30 p.m. | “Plzeň 1945” – Period atmosphere of a street in Pilsen in May 1945 US Army 2nd Infantry Division, 16th Armored Division and Czechoslovak Independent Armoured Brigade camps; the most historical military vehicles in one place: armored personnel carriers, Jeeps, Dodges, GMCs, motorcycles and more; a look at military life; authentic arms, gear and uniforms; command post; field mess; infirmary; wash rooms; fence with period posters; news stand; reenactments; cultural events on an authentic outdoor stage Cultural program - 10 a.m. Mladinka song and dance folklore troupe 3 p.m. Máj folklore troupe 6 p.m. Doris & Swingin’ Bastards “Best Photo from 1945” contest – Take your own “period photo”! For more information visit: www.plzen1945.com. |
Sunday, May 5, 2013 | ||
| Husova Street | 9.15 a.m. | Flower laying ceremony at the 16th Armored Division memorial and the Czechoslovak soldiers who fought on the western front in 1940-1945 |
| Chodské nám. | 10 a.m. | Flower laying ceremony at the 2nd Infantry Division |
| Klatovská St. | 11 a.m. | Convoy of Liberty - (lineup on Kaplířova St). Convoy scheduled to arrive at Republic Square at around 12 noon. |
| nám. Míru | 4 p.m. | Commemoration service at the Monument to the Victims of World War II and Fallen Czechoslovak and Allied Aviators |
| OC Plaza mall area behind the river | 9 a.m. – 6 p.m. | Military history club program - Historical military machinery, uniforms, arms, glimpses into life at a historical military camp. |
| 10 a.m.–4.30 p.m. | Pilsen Scouts presentation – trampoline, physical activities, face painting | |
| 9 a.m.– 8 p.m. | Cultural program - 9 a.m. AFN 1945 2 p.m. Míša Leicht 3:30 p.m.17th Airborne Division presentation 4 p.m. Hruškowicz 6 p.m. Na starý kolena band | |
| Pobřežní St. Peklo Cultural Center | 9 a.m. – 6 p.m. | Patton Memorial Pilsen – Museum program and side exhibitions Militaria market Sreening of Lidice (entrance free of charge) |
| 9 a.m. – 6 p.m. | Checkpoint Raiders - Contemporary U.S. Army checkpoint with a live demonstration of a camp and exhibition of current and historical gear, arms and equipment. Guided tours – every hour on the hour | |
| Proluka site Křižíkovy sady (park) | 9 a.m. – 8 p.m. | “Plzeň 1945” – Period atmosphere of a street in Pilsen in May 1945 US Army 2nd Infantry Division, 16th Armored Division and Czechoslovak Independent Armoured Brigade camps; the most historical military vehicles in one place: armored personnel carriers, Jeeps, Dodges, GMCs, motorcycles and more; a look at military life; authentic arms, gear and uniforms; command post; field mess; infirmary; wash rooms; fence with period posters; news stand; reenactments; cultural events on an authentic outdoor stage Cultural program - 2 p.m. Folklore music from Chrást 4:30 p.m. Period fashion show 6:30 p.m. Pilsner Jazz Band “Best Photo from 1945” contest – Take your own “period photo”! For more information: www.plzen1945.com. |
| Rebublic Square | 11.30 a.m.- 6 p.m. | Cultural program - 11:30 a.m. Dixiland Planá 1:15 p.m. Tremolo 3 p.m. Drop over Pilsen (parachute jump to the heart of the city) 3:45 p.m. Ivan Mládek Banjo Band 5 p.m. Glenn Miller – Tribute to the legend The Armed Forces provide hope – ATOS transfusion service vehicle, opportunity to register as a bone marrow donor |
Monday, May 6, 2013 | ||
| City Hall | 11.30 a.m. | Commemoration service at the memorial plaque on the City Hall steps |
| Americká St. | 5.30 p.m. | “Thank you, America!” memorial ceremony |
| Pobřežní St. Peklo Cultural Center | 9 a.m. – 6 p.m. 6.30 p.m. | Patton Memorial Pilsen – Museum program and side exhibitions Screening of Nicky’s Family (entrance free of charge) |
Proluka site | 9 a.m. – 6 p.m. | “Plzeň 1945” – Period atmosphere of a street in Pilsen in May 1945 US Army 2nd Infantry Division, 16th Armored Division and Czechoslovak Independent Armoured Brigade camps; the most historical military vehicles in one place: armored personnel carriers, Jeeps, Dodges, GMCs, motorcycles and more; a look at military life; authentic arms, gear and uniforms; command post; field mess; infirmary; wash rooms; fence with period posters; news stand; reenactments; cultural events on an authentic outdoor stage “Best Photo from 1945” contest – Take your own “period photo”! For more information visit: www.plzen1945.com. |
Program subject to change
