Survakar Games Festival takes place in Blagoevgrad

Thousands of kukeri (mummers) in traditional and attractive costumes will parade on January 4 in the center of Blagoevgrad at the Survakar Games Festival. Seventeen local groups and one from Petrich will present customs and rituals characteristic of the region.

“The ringing of bells, dynamic compositions and skilful re-enactments of ancient traditions will transform the main pedestrian street ‘Todor Alexandrov’ and ‘Georgi Izmirliev’ Square into a stage of living heritage, passed down and preserved by generations,” the organizers from the Blagoevgrad Municipality say.

The festival will bring together participants of different ages – from children who are stepping onto the path of traditions for the first time, to adults who preserve and pass on centuries-old customs. A competent jury will choose the best performances in different categories, assessing authenticity, vision and stage presence.

Editor: Diana Tsankova
Photo: BTA