Burgas
Current news from the city — local politics, urban projects, infrastructure, and daily life in Burgas.
Burgas welcomes the first edition of the Robotics Workshops at the Searchers School
The first edition of the Robotics Workshops at the Searchers School, a project of the Great Orange Foundation, concluded with a celebratory event in Burgas. Participants aged 5-12 received certificates for the new knowledge and skills they acquired in the field of robotics. The project will expand in the new academic year, with activities taking place in two locations in the city and their number being doubled.
Burgas organizes the second edition of "Health Hour by the Sea" for students.
The Municipality of Burgas and the Municipal Directorate of "Healthcare, Prevention and Social Activities" are organizing the second edition of the initiative "Health Hour by the Sea" on May 27. Participants will be 4th-grade students who will receive water safety training from the Water Rescue Service of the Bulgarian Red Cross - Burgas and the Bulgarian Red Cross Youth - Burgas.
Burgas opens its doors again for creative inspiration for adults
The Municipality of Burgas and the People's Cultural Center "Paisiy Hilendarski 1928" announce the third edition of a literary competition dedicated to the maritime memories of people over 60 years of age. The goal is to preserve the rich cultural heritage of the city through the creativity of its older residents.
The Municipality of Burgas announces a temporary suspension of the traffic light system at an intersection.
The Burgas Municipality informs that from May 27 to May 30, 2025, repair work will be carried out on the traffic light system at the intersection of Yanko Komitov Street and Lazar Madjarov Street in the P.R. Slaveykov residential area. During this period, the traffic lights will be turned off, and drivers and pedestrians are urged to be extremely careful and to obey the traffic rules.
Free parking in Burgas on the occasion of the Day of Slavic Literacy and Bulgarian Enlightenment
In observance of the national holiday on May 24, paid parking in the blue and green zones of Burgas will be canceled for the day. The green zone will return to its normal regime on Sunday and Monday.
The municipal carrier "Burgasbus" provides additional trips for the Day of Bulgarian Education and Culture.
The municipal carrier "Burgasbus" will provide additional buses on lines B1 and B2 on May 24 to ensure more frequent trips and facilitate the movement of people to the holiday procession. There will be changes in the working hours of the carrier's ticket offices during the period of May 24-26.
Bulgarian music in a solemn symphonic concert
The Burgas Opera is organizing a special symphony concert with works by Bulgarian composers on the occasion of May 24 - the Day of the Holy Brothers Cyril and Methodius. Under the baton of Maestro Yordan Dafov, works by Pancho Vladigerov, Vasil Kazandjiev, Krasimir Kyurkchiyski, and Konstantin Iliev will be presented.
The State Puppet Theater - Burgas awarded with prestigious prize for contribution to culture
The theatre was awarded a certificate and an honorary plaque by the Ministry of Culture for its long-standing active work, quality repertoire, and contribution to the cultural life of Burgas and the country.
The mayor of Burgas awarded 97 educators for their contribution to education.
The mayor of Burgas, Dimitar Nikolov, presented certificates and awards to 97 educators from kindergartens, schools, and universities in the city on the occasion of May 24 - the Day of Bulgarian Education and Culture and Slavic Literacy. The event was organized by the Municipality of Burgas as a gesture of gratitude for the work and achievements of the teachers throughout the year.
Charitable event in Burgas collects hair for children with cancer
On May 31 in Burgas, a charitable cultural event organized by the Lions Club "Via Pontica" with the support of the Municipality of Burgas will be held. The main goal is to collect hair donations that will be used to make wigs for children undergoing chemotherapy. The event will also include a rich cultural program, a charity fair, and consultations with medical professionals.
Burgas - host of the National Conference on Health Tourism, uniting key experts and institutions
Burgas has once again established itself as a leading center for balneological and health tourism in Bulgaria, hosting the Fourth National Conference on Health Tourism. The event, organized by the Bulgarian Union of Balneology and Spa Tourism, brought together leading experts, representatives of state institutions and academic circles to discuss key steps for positioning Bulgaria as a competitive European destination for year-round health tourism.
Master Dora Bareva celebrates three significant anniversaries with a grand concert spectacle
The renowned choreographer Dora Bareva celebrates her 70th birthday, 50 years of creative activity, and 20 years since the founding of the Veleka Dance Ensemble with an impressive concert-spectacle on May 23 at the National Palace of Culture. The event will feature performances by numerous vocal and dance ensembles, as well as individual performers.
The Solynaria Foundation has launched a donation campaign for a new concert grand piano for the Burgas Music School.
The Solinary Foundation launches a donation initiative to purchase a high-quality concert grand piano for the National School of Music and Performing Arts in Burgas. The new instrument will improve the training of young pianists and attract highly qualified music teachers to the school.
Burgas educators awarded prestigious awards for educational achievements
On May 22, in a solemn ceremony in Burgas, 97 educators from nurseries, kindergartens, schools and universities will be awarded for their outstanding professional merits during the 2024-2025 academic year. The event is part of the celebrations on the occasion of the Day of the Holy Brothers Cyril and Methodius and will include musical performances and the presentation of plaques and certificates by the Ministry of Education and Science.
Burgas distinguishes young talents in the art on the Day of Bulgarian enlightenment
The Municipality of Burgas presents the prestigious award "Young Artist of the Year" on May 24 - the Day of Bulgarian Enlightenment. This year, two young authors - Maria Milanova and Vulcho Vulchev, have been nominated for the honor, which is awarded by a jury composed of established artists and representatives of the local government.