Events
Cultural events in Burgas and the region — festivals, concerts, theatre, exhibitions, and local initiatives.
Burgas hosts the International Youth Literary and Film Festival "Friendship - Meaning and Salvation"
From May 30 to June 1, 2025, Burgas will host the fourth edition of the International Youth Literary and Film Festival "Friendship - Meaning and Salvation". The forum will bring together 30 young creators from Bulgaria and abroad, who will participate in the competition for inspiring artistic stories and videos on the theme "If It Weren't for Them..." - dedicated to the heroes who saved human lives during the Holocaust. A rich program with the participation of renowned writers, journalists and scientists is planned.
Burgas welcomes International Children's Day with a rich program of entertainment and creativity.
On June 1, Burgas will celebrate International Children's Day with a diverse program, including children's theatrical performances, dance and musical performances, sports games, creative workshops, and many other entertainments for young and old. The event is organized by the Municipality of Burgas, the Youth International Cultural Center, and the Center for Personal Development Support in partnership with Decathlon and the Burgas Pediatric Association.
The sea Burgas welcomes the children with a festival of entertainment and art.
Burgas organizes a two-day thematic event dedicated to children - Fun&Sun Weekend. The rich program includes free theatrical performances, sea cruises, and children's attractions in the cultural and tourist complex "Chengene Skele".
Burgas will once again host the Sand Sculpture Festival.
The team is already preparing the terrain for the eighteenth edition of the emblematic Sand Sculpture Festival in Burgas. The authors are working on their projects, and the festival will be open to visitors from the beginning of July until the end of September.
Brilliant return of the beloved operetta "The Csárdás Queen" on the stage of the State Opera - Burgas
The legendary operetta "The Csárdás Princess" by Imre Kálmán will be presented again on May 29 at the State Opera - Burgas. The performance will be conducted by Ivan Kozhuharov, and the leading roles will be performed by established soloists such as Joana Kadiyska, Penyo Pirozov, Jordan Hristozov, and Maria Yurkovsky. The production will impress the audience with a brilliant performance, a harmonious combination of all elements, and a vivid visual concept.
Young creators showcase their talent at a large-scale exhibition in Burgas
A center for young talents in Burgas is organizing an event called "Textures" that will present the achievements of children and youth in the field of fashion design, illustration, animation, comics, and mathematics. The event is open to all guests and will be held on May 28, 2025, at the Flora Exhibition Center.
A seven-day jazz festival "Jazz in Burgas" 2025 with a diverse program
The Jazz in Burgas Festival will be held in 2025 for seven days and will feature numerous renowned jazz musicians and ensembles from Bulgaria and abroad. The event will offer a rich program with concerts, big bands, chamber orchestras, jazz for children, and other musical performances.
Burgas writer Georgi Todorov presents new inspiring books to the local audience.
The famous author Georgi Todorov will present four new books of his at a special literary evening in Burgas on May 28, 2025. The event will provide an opportunity to meet the writer and discuss the themes of his works related to Bulgarian spirituality, history, and place in the world.
Cultural program for Sofia: Diverse entertainment and art in the last days of May and the beginning of June
The capital offers a rich program of diverse events in the last days of May and the beginning of June. Musical quizzes, karaoke evenings, concerts, exhibitions, and other entertainment for every taste are upcoming.
International Literary Festival "Holy Word" opens in Burgas
Today, on May 27, in Burgas, the official presentation of the participants in the XIX International Literary Festival "Holy Word" will be held. The event will take place in the courtyard of the Writers' House and will gather authors from Slovakia, Croatia, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Serbia, North Macedonia, Republika Srpska, as well as Bulgarian writers.
Anastasia Island is preparing for an unforgettable musical celebration.
On August 15, the beloved tourist attraction Sveta Anastasia Island in Burgas will celebrate its birthday with a unique musical event. The Deep Zone Project group will turn the summer evening into a real dance fiesta with the best Bulgarian hits.
Burgas welcomes International Children's Day with a rich program of entertainment and cultural events
Burgas, the maritime city, is preparing to celebrate International Children's Day on June 1 with a diverse program, including concerts, theatrical performances, sports competitions, games, and creative workshops. The events will take place in various locations in the city and will support Burgas' candidacy for the European Capital of Culture 2032.
Spring Book Fair and Sofia Literary Festival gather readers and authors
The 17th edition of the Spring Book Fair and the Sofia International Literary Festival for Children and Youth are opening their doors in Sofia. The events will continue until Children's Day, uniting writers and reading enthusiasts.
A colorful palette of music, dance, and entertainment in Sofia during the last days of May
A rich cultural program awaits in the capital during the last week of May, including music quizzes, karaoke parties, dance evenings, and exhibitions by young artists. The events will take place in renowned capital clubs and galleries, offering a variety of entertainment for all ages.
A colorful concert with the participation of dance groups from Pomorie and Burgas
On May 22, 2025 at 7:00 pm in the NChS "Prosveta 1888" in Pomorie, a concert will be held in which various dance ensembles from the region will participate. The event is free admission and promises a colorful dance experience.