Burgas
Current news from the city — local politics, urban projects, infrastructure, and daily life in Burgas.
The prestigious "Golden Pen" award honored two musical icons from Burgas.
In 2025, the prestigious "Golden Pen" award was presented to singer Toni Dimitrova and conductor Milena Dobreva from Burgas for their outstanding contribution to the Bulgarian music scene. The award is a recognition of the power of art that transforms and inspires.
Burgas celebrates May 24 with reverence for the creators, inspiration, and Bulgarian culture
The city of Burgas organized a solemn ceremony where Mayor Dimitar Nikolov presented the prestigious "Saint Nicholas the Wonderworker" plaques to deserving enlighteners of the spirit and art. Among the honorees were poets, composers, actors, musicians, artists, and other cultural figures who contributed to the development of Burgas and Bulgaria.
Burgas celebrates the Day of Bulgarian Education and Culture
The mayor of Burgas, Dimitar Nikolov, sends greetings to teachers, cultural and educational figures, students and pupils on the occasion of May 24th - the Day of Bulgarian Education and Culture. He emphasizes the significance of the work of Cyril and Methodius and calls for the preservation of the native language, culture and spirituality.
Upcoming repair activities on the water supply system on Odrin Street in Turnovo
The upcoming introduction of a temporary traffic organization in Veliko Tarnovo in connection with repair and restoration works on the water pipeline on Odrin Street. Part of the lane will be closed to vehicular traffic, with the repair work being carried out in two stages.
Burgas and India discussed cooperation in the field of technology, culture and education.
The mayor of Burgas Dimitar Nikolov held a meeting with the newly appointed ambassador of the Republic of India in Bulgaria Arun Kumar Sahu. During the meeting, opportunities for deepening bilateral cooperation in the field of high technologies, academic exchange and popularization of Ayurveda were discussed.
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.