May 20, 2026
Plovdiv is famous for its ancient history, colorful neighborhoods, and vibrant cultural life, but the city also offers plenty of green spaces where visitors can relax and escape the summer heat.
April 24, 2026
Plovdiv has two bus stations. Schedules can vary depending on the day, so it’s always best to check at the station in advance.
April 9, 2026
Easter is the holiest day in the Christian calendar. It is recognized as a legal holiday in most countries with a significant Christian tradition.
April 5, 2026
Palm Sunday is a moveable feast celebrated a week before Easter by all Christians. Palm Sunday is also celebrated as a Name Day for people who carry the name of a flower, plant, tree or other forms of vegetation. The holiday is also called ‘Tsvetnitsa’ in Bulgaria which means ‘Flower Day’.
March 19, 2026
Throughout the year, the city hosts a variety of festivals that blend music, art, food, and local traditions. If you want to experience Plovdiv at its liveliest, these five festivals are a great place to start.
March 8, 2026
The Bachkovo monastery was built in 1083 by two brothers of Byzantine and Georgian origin. It is the second biggest monastery in Bulgaria.
March 2, 2026
Bulgarians celebrate Liberation Day on the 3d of March and Independence Day on the 22nd of September. There is also Unification Day - on the 6th of September
February 17, 2026
If you walk around any Bulgarian city, town, or village on the 1st of March, you’ll immediately notice something curious — almost everyone is wearing red-and-white yarn decorations called martenitsa. Some wear them as bracelets, others pin them to their coats, scarves, or bags.
February 2, 2026
In Bulgaria, February 14th isn’t just about love — it’s also Trifon Zarezan, a lively celebration of vines and wine. Whether you're sipping local vintages at a local bar, watching the sunset from Plovdiv’s hills, or sharing a cozy dinner in Kapana, this day blends romance with Bulgaria’s rich winemaking traditions.