Burgas
Current news from the city — local politics, urban projects, infrastructure, and daily life in Burgas.
Burgas Appellate Court Confirms Extradition of Bulgarian to Belgium for Rape and Robbery
The Burgas Appellate Court has decided to extradite a Bulgarian citizen to Belgium to serve a sentence for rape and other crimes. The extradition is postponed until the person serves their sentence in Bulgaria. The decision is final.
Lecture Series for Parents of Teenagers in Burgas: Parenting with Confidence
Peyo K. Yavorov Regional Library in Burgas organizes training for parents of teenagers. The Municipal Council on Narcotic Substances (ОбСНВ) of Burgas Municipality supports the initiative "Parenting with Confidence – Support for Teenagers", which will take place between December 10th and June 9th.
UMBAL-Burgas Calls: Donate Blood and Save a Life! Large-Scale Blood Donation Campaign
The Department of Transfusion Hematology at UMBAL-Burgas is organizing a blood donation campaign with the goal of reaching a record number of donors by the end of the year. Celebrities are supporting the initiative. Each donor can save three lives.
Burgas Celebrates Day of Persons with Disabilities with “Path to Accessibility”
Burgas marks December 3rd with the initiative “Path to Accessibility and Tolerance.” Users of social services will create a symbolic path expressing respect and support.
Coca-Cola's Christmas Magic Returns to Bulgaria: 17 Cities, Festive Surprises, and Charity
Coca-Cola brings back the Christmas spirit to Bulgaria with its traditional tour featuring the red truck. This year, the tour covers 17 cities, offering entertainment, influencer meet-and-greets, charitable initiatives, and new versions of classic Christmas songs.
Charity Calendar for 2026 from UMBAL Burgas: 14 Children Inspire Hope
The traditional charity calendar of the Neonatology Department at UMBAL Burgas for 2026 presents 14 children born with low birth weight, who are now healthy and thriving. Proceeds from the sale will go towards the renewal of the newborn beds.
Let's Decorate Burgas: The Campaign That Turns the City into a Christmas Fairy Tale
Join the holiday campaign "Let's Decorate Burgas" and transform the city into a radiant Christmas fairy tale. Create a decoration, take a picture of it, and send it by December 15th. Prizes and a magical atmosphere are included.
New educational building in Burgas participates in the "Building of the Year" 2025 competition
The modern educational building of the Acad. Nikola Obreshkov Secondary School of Mathematics and the Georgi S. Rakovski Professional High School of Electrical Engineering in Burgas has been nominated in the "Building of the Year" 2025 competition. The building is included in the "Social Infrastructure - Science, Culture and Education" category and provides a single-shift education system for 2000 students. Voting is open until December 15.
Protest in Burgas Against the 2026 Budget: Demands for Changes
A protest was held in Burgas against the draft budget for 2026. Citizens and representatives of various groups expressed dissatisfaction with the planned parameters, demanding a revision. The protest was peaceful, but with participants taken away by the police.
Burgas Appeal Court Reduces Sentence of Employee Who Embezzled 360,000 Leva
The Burgas Appeal Court reduced the sentence of a former bank employee convicted of embezzling nearly 360,000 leva. The sentence was reduced due to the length of the trial and the health condition of the defendant.
Cooperation between BSU and LTU for master's programs in tourism and materials science
Burgas Free University (BSU) and the University of Forestry (LTU) are discussing joint master's programs in the field of alternative tourism and materials science. The partnership aims to improve academic development and offer new opportunities for students.
Young Sailors of Yacht Club "Chernomorets" Triumph at Open Tekirdag Trophy
The school of Yacht Club "Chernomorets" – Burgas returned with excellent results from the international regatta Open Tekirdag Trophy in Turkey. Roman Konanov won first place, Semyon Emelyanov – second, and Anna Konanova – third.
Sofia University "St. Kliment Ohridski" in Burgas Opens STEM Center
Sofia University "St. Kliment Ohridski" in the Burgas district "Rudnik" celebrated its holiday with the opening of a modern STEM center for mathematics, computer science and natural sciences. The center is equipped with innovative equipment for practical training, supported by the National Recovery and Resilience Plan.
Temporary Traffic Organization on Debelt Street in Burgas: Repair Works Until the End of December
A temporary traffic organization is introduced on Debelt Street in Burgas from 02.12.2025 (Tuesday) to 31.12.2025 due to repair works on the water supply network. The section from Tsar Samuel Street to San Stefano Boulevard is closed. Please use detour routes.
Retro Diving on St. Nicholas Day: Burgas Divers Dive with 1960s Equipment
On December 6, 2025, at 11:00 AM on the Bridge in Burgas, divers from the NGO "Friends of the Sea" will demonstrate retro diving with equipment from the 1960s. Visitors will see how this equipment and a retro closed-circuit diving system are used.