Burgas
Current news from the city — local politics, urban projects, infrastructure, and daily life in Burgas.
Burgas is the host of a prestigious European tennis tournament for juniors under 14 years of age
For the fourth consecutive year, Burgas is hosting one of the most significant tennis tournaments in Europe for children up to 14 years of age. The first-category competition will be held from May 17 to 24 on the courts of TC "Avenue" and will bring together over 100 young talents from 15 countries
The Ethnographic Museum in Burgas presents the Roma spring cuisine
The Ethnographic Museum in Burgas is organizing a Week of Roma Spring Dishes, during which residents of the village of Rusokastro will demonstrate traditional Roma recipes such as Ribnik without fish, fasting sarmi from sorrel, and the unique Lapadnik.
International recognition for young artists from Burgas
Students from the School of Fine Arts at the CPLR - Burgas, led by Mrs. Traykova, received bronze certificates at a prestigious competition in Turkey, where their works were exhibited and some of them were published in a catalog.
Young talents from Yambol shine at a national competition
The "Detsko Tsarstvo" Theater School from Yambol stood out at the national competition "This World is Also Mine", where the students presented the play "The Windmill" by Elin Pelin. Individual awards were received by Siayna Baycheva, Dimitar Stoyanov, Ivo Dobrev, and Polina Hristova for their embodiment of various roles.
The Burgas Folklore Ensemble received a prestigious award at the International Festival in South Korea.
The folklore ensemble "Nikola Ginov" from Burgas returned with an honorary certificate from the Powerful Daegu Festival 2025 in South Korea, where it was the only representative of Bulgaria and Europe among over 5000 participants from 17 countries. The ensemble received personal gratitude from the organizers for its contribution to international cultural exchange.
Burgas hosts an international VR Hackathon to combat cybercrime
From June 25 to June 26, 2025, a VR Hackathon will be held in Burgas, organized by the Swiss foundation The Knowledge Foundation in partnership with the UN, the Municipality of Burgas, and KreaTech Bulgaria. The event will bring together participants from around the world who will create innovative VR solutions to combat cybercrime. The winners will have the opportunity to present their projects at international UN forums, and the runners-up in second and third place will receive free passes to the Web3 Summit in Berlin.
The creative genius of Georgi Baev: A retrospective exhibition in Berlin marks 100 years since the birth of the legendary Bulgarian artist.
The Bulgarian Cultural Institute in Berlin is organizing an exhibition dedicated to the 100th anniversary of the birth of the renowned Bulgarian artist Georgi Baev. The exhibition presents Baev's work from different periods and highlights his contribution to Bulgarian fine arts. The event supports Burgas' candidacy for the European Capital of Culture in 2032.
The Burgas Municipality is removing an illegal kiosk in the Sea Garden and installing a new one that meets modern requirements.
The Burgas Municipality is taking action to remove an old and dilapidated pavilion, known as the "Mushroom", located in the Sea Garden - a cultural monument. A new pavilion will be placed in its place, which will preserve the spirit and function of the space, but will meet modern requirements for safety and sustainability.
Burgas to host prestigious sports and cultural events in May
Burgas will host a number of significant events in May, including the European Rhythmic Gymnastics Cup, the International Swimming Tournament "Grand Prix Burgas" and a Specialized Cynological Exhibition for German Shepherd Dogs. The events will take place between May 15 and 18 and will include competitions, exhibitions and official ceremonies.
Why Cars Were Sunk in Burgas: A New Underwater Park Beneath the Waves
Off the coast of Burgas, old cars have found a new purpose — forming an artificial reef. Here’s why these vehicles were deliberately submerged and how it benefits the environment and tourism
Roadwork Starts on Burgas–Sarafovo Route, Temporary Traffic Changes in Place
From May 16 to June 15, traffic to Sarafovo will be redirected into the opposite lane due to pavement renovation
Burgas Students Awarded in "Europe Through My Eyes" Contest
Burgas students were awarded in the "Europe Through My Eyes" contest, supporting the city's bid for European Capital of Culture.
European Film Celebrations in Burgas on May 9th
Burgas will host film screenings on Europe Day, featuring 23 Bulgarian and European films with free admission at some locations.
Record Participation in the "Petya Dubarova" National Competition
199 young talents participated in the 28th edition of the "Petya Dubarova" National Literary Competition, with the award ceremony to be held on May 9 at the "Morsko Kazino" Cultural Center.
Burgas 2032 Foundation and OPTIMISTAS discuss the future of culture in the seaside city
The Burgas 2032 Foundation and OPTIMISTAS are organizing a series of meetings with creative communities in the region to discuss Burgas' bid for European Capital of Culture 2032. The goal is to identify key needs and potentials in the field of culture.