May 8 is it a real holiday, or like our President's Day???

I%26#39;m in Prague on May 8th and I understand it%26#39;s a holiday. Is it a REAL holiday, or just a pretend one like President%26#39;s Day in the US???? In other words, will attractions and stores be closed? I think we were planning on visiting the castle or Jewish cemetary that day...or more likely...doing A LOT of shopping. We are only in Prague for two days, so it would NOT be great if everything was closed for one of those days!!

Thanks!!!

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I was in Prague during this holiday last year,for the tourist very little difference would be noticed.the streets are a lot quieter of traffic but all the tourist sights ,shops resturants etc. will be open

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When you say a lot of shopping, you would be better off saving your money as you will find that it is a lot more expensive than in the US for pretty much the same stuff! You would also have more time to see the sights - you only have two days, and you don%26#39;t really want to spend them looking at the inside of shops :)

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