Burgas
Current news from the city — local politics, urban projects, infrastructure, and daily life in Burgas.
Burgas bids to host the Volleyball Nations League in 2027
The Municipality of Burgas plans to host the Volleyball Nations League in 2027. Economic benefits of 4 million euros are expected, along with significant interest from fans.
Cultural Guide: Top events in Burgas from June 30 to July 5
Discover the most interesting events in Burgas this week – quiz nights, Italo Disco by the sea, electronic music, karaoke, and inspiring exhibitions. Full program here!
ODMVP-Burgas with a new look: Energy efficiency and modernization under the RRP
ODMVP-Burgas has completed a large-scale energy efficiency project under the Recovery and Resilience Plan. The building is now equipped with photovoltaics and benefits from lower energy costs.
Historic success: Burgas Programming High School becomes the first municipal IB school in Bulgaria
The Professional High School of Computer Programming and Innovation in Burgas has received accreditation for the international IB Diploma program. See what this means for the students and how the school achieved this success.
Art Festival "Seasons" 2026: Young talents from Burgas triumphed
Discover how the "Seasons" 2026 art festival in Burgas went. See which young artists from the Center for Support of Personal Development (CPLR) were awarded and what exciting events delighted the guests at the Flora exhibition center.
Saint Anastasia Island comes to life in an exhibition of works by Todor Atanasov
Discover a permanent exhibition by artist Todor Atanasov on Saint Anastasia Island. Nine graphic works dedicated to the legends of the island are now available to visitors.
National Exhibition "Friends of the Sea" 2026: List of accepted authors announced
The Burgas Art Gallery has announced the list of 167 approved authors for the 12th edition of the "Friends of the Sea" National Exhibition. See the deadlines for submitting artworks.
Attention drivers: Road narrowing on the Burgas – Pomorie route on June 29 and 30
The Municipality of Burgas is implementing a temporary traffic organization due to repair works in the area of the "Sarafovo" junction. See the details regarding the restrictions.
Attention drivers: temporary restrictions on the Burgas – Pomorie and Obzor – Sunny Beach roads
The Municipality of Burgas is introducing temporary traffic management on road I-9 due to construction, installation, and asphalt paving works. See which sections will be restricted.
Change in operating hours for mobile waste collection points in Burgas
The Municipality of Burgas is introducing changes to the operating hours of its 23 mobile separate waste collection centers due to the expected heatwave starting June 30, 2026.
Burgas Municipality against fires: protective strips are being built around critical zones
The Municipality of Burgas is taking urgent measures against forest fires by constructing mineralized strips. See which areas are protected and what the obligations of property owners are.
Burgas Appellate Court keeps driver who killed a girl in Sveti Vlas in custody
The Appellate Court of Burgas has upheld the permanent detention of the 21-year-old driver who caused the fatal accident in Sveti Vlas. The court took into account the driver's history of systematic traffic violations.
Burgas and the Sea 2026: Who are the finalists in the iconic competition?
Find out which songs and artists have been selected for the final of the National Song Contest "Burgas and the Sea" 2026. See the full list of participants here.
9 years of Aviation Museum Burgas: A celebration with free admission and aerial acrobatics
On July 4th, the Aviation Museum Burgas celebrates its 9th anniversary with an extensive program: exhibitions, workshops, an air show, and a concert. Admission is free for all visitors!
Medical breakthrough in Burgas: Doctors cure rare listeriosis in a child
Microbiologists from UMHAT-Burgas saved a 14-year-old child from a rare Listeria monocytogenes infection. Learn how precise diagnostics prevented antibiotic resistance.