The Park by Baťa's Villa is a garden estate surrounding the historic villa of Tomáš Baťa in the Čepkov district of Zlín. The villa was built in 1909–1911 to a design by architect Jan Kotěra, with the garden laid out by landscape architect František Thomayer. The park serves as an open-air venue for festivals, the UTB student Majáles and other outdoor events. Since 1998 the villa has been the seat of the Tomáš Baťa Foundation.
Gahurova 292, 760 01 Zlín
Opening hours follow the event programme
A lecture exploring the life and early business ventures of Tomáš Bata, founder of the Bata company, held during Bata Week.
A lecture on the philosophy and legacy of Tomáš Baťa, the founder of an industrial dynasty that reshaped Czech economy and architecture.
Upgrade Baťa is a conference examining courage, responsibility, and innovation through the lens of industrial heritage and modern enterprise.
A concert celebrating the life of industrialist Tomáš Baťa in the park by his villa in Zlín. A musical performance in nine movements.
A lecture exploring the philosophy and legacy of Tomáš Baťa, the visionary industrialist whose ideas shaped Czech business and design.
A professionally led tour of the iconic Baťa Villa in Zlín, showcasing a unique example of functionalist architecture and industrial heritage.
Explore the architecture and history of Zikmund Villa with an expert guide in the park setting of Zlín.
Interactive installation exploring the industrial heritage and legacy of Tomáš Baťa in the park at Baťa's villa in Zlín.
A talk with historian Jan Herman exploring Baťa's legacy and the industrial architecture of Zlín in the park by Baťa's villa.
A ceremonial presentation of a book about the life and thoughts of Tomáš Baťa, founder of the Baťa company, held in the park by his villa in Zlín.
A lecture on the philosophy and legacy of Tomáš Baťa, founder of the industrial dynasty that shaped Czech and Slovak history.
A conversation with Eva Lustigova exploring the legacy of Tomáš Baťa and Arnošt Lustig in the park by Baťa Villa in Zlín.
The Banger music festival takes place in the park at Baťa Villa with a 14:00 start time.