National and traditional holidays
Folklore, customs, festivals, and celebrations of important dates and traditions.
The First Bulgarian Newspaper "Maritsa": Media Breakthrough in the Era of National Revival
On July 25, 1878, a significant newspaper appeared in Plovdiv, marking the beginning of modern Bulgarian journalism after the Liberation, without being an official state holiday.
Nessebar - Feast of the Assumption of the Virgin: A Large-Scale Cultural Event in the Ancient City
On August 15, 2025, Nesebar, a city with rich historical heritage, will be the host of a large-scale festival with a diverse cultural program, including religious, artistic, and entertainment events.
Nessebar: The Epic Liberation and Revival of an Ancient Bulgarian City
On July 24, 1829, Russian troops liberated Mesembria, marking the beginning of a new historical era for this remarkable coastal city with a thousand-year cultural heritage.
Three Bulgarian municipalities with a rich holiday program during the summer season
Momchilgrad, Strelcha, and Tsar Kaloyan are preparing large-scale cultural events that will attract tourists and local residents with diverse attractions and folklore performances.
Bulgaria with Record Number of National Holidays in the European Union for 2025
A survey by European employment services reveals that Bulgaria will have 14 official holidays in 2025, placing it among the leading countries in terms of the number of days off in the EU.
The Bulgarian Army celebrates its historical beginning with solemn events
On July 22, the military department organizes large-scale celebrations in two Bulgarian metropolises, recalling the glorious roots of the national armed forces from the period of Liberation.
Mary Magdalene, the Myrrh-Bearer: A Saint with an Extraordinary Spiritual Mission
On July 22, Orthodox Christians honor the memory of one of the most significant biblical figures - Saint Mary Magdalene, whose life is marked by spiritual transformation and testimony of the Resurrection.
Varna residents honored the Apostle with a solemn ceremony by the sea
The local administration organizes a traditional commemorative event dedicated to Vasil Levski, uniting citizens and institutions in a sign of national gratitude.
Karlovo honored the memory of the Apostle with a solemn ceremony
In the hometown of Vasil Levski, a traditional commemorative event was held, paying tribute to the national hero through official celebrations and civic initiatives.
Sea Rituals and Celebrations in Honor of Saint Marina in Sozopol
The coastal town of Sozopol welcomes its patron saint's day with a large-scale three-day program that combines religious, sports, and cultural events in honor of the patron saint.
Fiery Tradition: The World of St. Marina in Bulgarian Rituals
On July 17, the Orthodox community celebrates Saint Marina the Great Martyr, accompanying the day with ancient rituals related to fire, water, and folk wisdom.
Ancient Rituals Come to Life: The Magic of Goreschnitsa in Bulgarian Villages
The traditional folk holiday Goreshnitsi reveals unique rituals related to health, fertility, and meteorological beliefs that are preserved in certain Bulgarian regions.
Saint Julia: An Unwavering Spirit Amidst the Trials of Faith
The Orthodox Church commemorates the memory of Saint Julia - a remarkable woman who preserves her Christian conviction even in the harshest conditions of slavery and persecution.
The traditional Enyovski ritual at the Ethnographic Museum
On June 24, 2025, the Ethnographic Museum in Burgas will organize the celebration of Eniovden, where visitors will be able to participate in the weaving of a traditional Eniov wreath made of 77 and a half herbs, collected at dawn. The event will commemorate the birth of St. John the Baptist and will also include a demonstration of the Eniova buria costume.