August 15 marks the Day of Varna

Bulgaria’s sea capital is celebrating its holiday with a rich program combining spirituality, tradition, music and festive events. The celebrations begin with a solemn Divine Liturgy at the Dormition of the Mother of God Cathedral. A military ceremony will take place at Saints Cyril and Methodius Square.

Throughout the day, the Rakovina Stage in the Sea Garden will host musical performances, dance shows, and theatrical productions by Bulgarian artists and performers representing a variety of genres. In the evening, the festivities will continue at the Summer Theatre with a gala concert and an official ceremony, during which the Mayor of Varna will confer the title of Honorary Citizen of Varna on distinguished individuals who have contributed to the development of the coastal city.

The celebrations will also continue in the area around the Pantheon in the Sea Garden, where visitors can enjoy a concert featuring well-known Bulgarian and international artists.

The evening’s highlight will be a performance by Varna-born DARA, this year’s winner of the Eurovision Song Contest. She will take the stage immediately after the traditional fireworks marking Varna Day, which are scheduled for 11:00 p.m. All concerts are free of charge.

Edited by Gergana Mancheva

Translated by Kostadin Atanasov