Burgas
Current news from the city — local politics, urban projects, infrastructure, and daily life in Burgas.
Municipal councilors in Burgas file a complaint about inflated prices after the introduction of the euro
Municipal councilors in Burgas are filing a complaint with NAP (National Revenue Agency) and KPC (Consumer Protection Commission) due to increased service prices after the introduction of the euro. Ivan Ivanov points out examples of unjustified price increases and rounding, such as fees for burial sites, museum tickets, and visits to St. Anastasia Island.
Burgas Municipality Announces Competition for Urban Furniture: Modern Design for Sports Hall
Burgas Municipality announces a competition for a conceptual design of a modular urban furniture system for the terraces of the "Mladost" sports hall. The competition is part of a project under the European Urban Initiative and aims to create a functional and sustainable environment. Deadline for submitting proposals: January 19 - February 20, 2026.
DOCK Festival: Winter Edition on Women in World War II
The DOCK International Documentary Historical Film Festival presents a winter edition dedicated to women in World War II, featuring documentary films telling untold stories. February 4-7 in Burgas.
Film Program at NHC: Led Zeppelin, Dimitar Marinov, European Cinema and More...
A rich film program at the NHC Cultural Center at the end of January: documentaries about Led Zeppelin and Prof. Chirkov, a meeting with Dimitar Marinov, European cinema, and a Spanish comedy.
Fire in a building of NC "Railway Infrastructure" near Sungurlare, and musical equipment in Burgas also burned
Two fires in Burgas in a day – in an unused canton of NC "Railway Infrastructure" in the village of Valchin and in a building of "Information Services" in Burgas, where musical equipment worth 15,000 leva burned.
Burgas Regional Headquarters Meets Regarding Flu: What Measures Are Forthcoming?
The Regional Headquarters for combating the flu in Burgas will meet today due to the increasing number of cases. Measures to limit the spread of viruses will be discussed.
Freezing Stork Finds Shelter in Chapel: Salvation Before an Icon!
A story about saving a stork in Burgas: The bird hid in a chapel, gazing at the icon. Thanks to a quick response, the stork was taken for treatment to a specialized clinic.
Pomorie Introduces Door-to-Door Recycling: What You Need to Know?
Pomorie Municipality is launching an innovative door-to-door waste separation system under an EU-funded project. The new regulations for P. K. Yavorov Street and surrounding streets include yellow, gray, and brown bins, as well as new collection schedules.
The Problem with Fair Elections in Burgas: Criminal Elements and Vote Buying
Ivaylo Mirchev from "Yes, Bulgaria" signals the activation of criminal elements in Burgas, related to vote buying. He emphasizes the lack of functioning institutions and the need for civic engagement.
Restoration of Card Machine Operation in Burgasbus
From 17.01.2026, the card machines at key stops in Burgas will be back in operation. Payment will only be possible with a bank card.
Svetlozar Zhelev to lead Burgas' artistic strategy for European Capital of Culture 2032
Svetlozar Zhelev becomes the program director of the "Burgas 2032" Foundation. He will lead the city's artistic strategy in its bid for European Capital of Culture. Zhelev emphasizes the importance of Burgas as a cultural center and its connection to literature, as well as his intention to maintain ties with the National Palace of Culture (NDK).
School in Stara Zagora Donates 1000 Euros for a New Grand Piano in Burgas
The National School „Hristina Morphova“ - Stara Zagora supported the campaign to purchase a concert grand piano for the school in Burgas. The donation comes from the campaign „A Million for the Vibraphone“ and was announced at a charity concert.
Proposal to reduce the price of a public transport ticket in Burgas from "Vazrazhdane" and "Middle European Class"
Municipal councilors from "Vazrazhdane" and "Middle European Class" propose a reduction in the price of a public transport ticket in Burgas at the upcoming Municipal Council meeting, after the NRA (National Revenue Agency) found an unjustified increase. Two alternatives are proposed: 1.50 BGN or 1.47 BGN.
New Recreation Area and Playground Opens in the Burgas Neighborhood of "Vetren"
A new recreation area with a playground has opened in the Burgas neighborhood of "Vetren". The project was realized with the support of Burgas Municipality, donations, and the initiative of "DownTown".
Burgas Ombudsman Appeals to EVN Over Electricity Supply Issues in Banevo
Burgas Ombudsman Todor Stamboliev has appealed to EVN regarding problems with the electricity supply in the Banevo district, after receiving a collective complaint with over 150 signatures. Residents are reporting voltage drops and interruptions, which threaten their electrical appliances and daily lives.