BURGAS – The largest youth festival in Bulgaria, "Teen Boom Fest," once again transformed Burgas Sea Station into an epicenter of events, attracting a record number of young people from across the country. The sixth edition of the event, which took place on August 23 and 24, registered an impressive 16,867 visitors. They were counted with the precise IRIS counting system, which underscores the scale of the event, which has no analogue in the country.
Rich program, famous influencers, and music stars
The two-day program offered a rich palette of experiences to the thousands of attendees. The main focus was live meetings with dozens of the most popular influencers and performers in Bulgaria. Among the personalities who attracted the greatest interest were Elyasa, Nelina Ivanova, Eva, Gabriela Dimitrova, Dani Krachunov, Presinka, Toby and Eliya, Kris, Askqlte, Megson, Ay Bo, Zari, Kobi, Peshi Goshi, Sandev, and Stela. The musical performances were entrusted to artists beloved by the young audience, such as Boro Parvi, Virgo, Atanas Kolev, Emil TRF, Torino, and Pashata, who heated up the atmosphere on the stage. Special guests also included representatives of the "Life with Down Syndrome" Foundation, whose presence added an extra dimension to the event.
Marriage proposal and social mission
One of the most emotional moments of the festival unfolded on the main stage. As part of the music program, Nikolay Dimitrov surprised his partner, the influencer Svetlozara Savova, with a marriage proposal. The gesture, which moved the thousands of spectators, was met with thunderous applause and visible excitement. This romantic moment became a kind of symbol of the festival, which for another year has established itself as a springboard for love.
As every year, the organizers emphasized one of the most important topics for young people – **responsible driving and the prevention of road accidents**. In partnership with the "Ani and Yavor: The Key Is Love" Foundation, an innovative 20-meter "Road Safety Zone" was created. Visitors had the unique opportunity to experience crash simulations and be convinced of the risks posed by not wearing a seat belt and driving under the influence of alcohol. The campaign motto, "Drive with heart and mind – because you are not alone on the road," reminded young drivers of their responsibility.
Partners and security
The festival was again supported by a number of institutions and organizations, whose tents were located on site. Among the partners were:
- Teams from the municipal council on narcotic substances
- The Bulgarian Red Cross (BCH)
- The local commissions for combating anti-social behavior of minors and for human trafficking
- The International Youth Center
For the fourth consecutive year, "Teen Boom Fest" carried out close cooperation with the specialized units of the Regional Directorate of the Ministry of Internal Affairs – Burgas, "Border Police," and "Gendarmerie." As part of the two-day program, young people and their parents had the opportunity to get up close and personal with the equipment, weapons, and skills of the officers, whose presence added another layer to the security of the event. Among the exhibits that attracted interest were equipped vehicles, a patrol boat, an underwater drone for special operations, and various types of specialized suits.
The festival once again confirmed its status not just as a fun event, but as a platform that combines an entertainment program with a strong social mission, aimed at educating and informing the young generation on important social topics.