Christmas in Plovdiv
Friday, 28 November 2025 – Sunday, 4 January 2026
Central Square
The most inspiring Christmas market in Bulgaria awaits you. The central area of the city transforms into a true winter fairy tale – with sparkling decorations, themed stages, entertainment, and cozy experiences for the whole family.
European elegance, Bulgarian traditions, and moments that remain forever in the heart.
Among the main attractions you will find Santa’s Elevator and the impressive Carousel – a Christmas Tree unlike anything you’ve seen before. Visitors will be able to immerse themselves in many more magical experiences. At Santa’s Post Office, every child will have the chance to write a letter to the kind old man and receive their well-deserved gift personally from him. The Christmas cottages will offer a warm and welcoming atmosphere filled with the flavors and aromas of the season. Everywhere you go, you’ll sense the fragrance of mulled wine and festive specialties that warm every heart. For both children and adults, creative workshops will be available – a special zone for artistic and imaginative activities.
The program includes theater, ballet, and exciting concerts that will delight visitors of all ages. Bulgarian and European Christmas traditions will also be presented, including welcoming carolers and kukeri performers.
Programme “Christmas in Plovdiv”
Monday, 1 December
18:15 – Festive parade and concert by the Military Brass Band of the Joint Special Operations Command
18:30 – Official opening and concert “Christmas in Plovdiv” featuring Art Voices & Ivon Lochova (Zornitsa Arts Centre – Sofia)
19:00 – Dara Ekimova – concert
Friday, 5 December
17:30 – Dance formation from the School of Arts “Kiril and Methodiy”, Plovdiv
18:00 – Modern Singing School with instructor Venera Mancheva, at Community Centre “Hristo G. Danov – 1904”
18:30 – Singing School at Community Centre “Săvremennik – 1986”: Liliya Gateshka, Maria Bankova, Yoana and Biserka Marinovi
19:00 – Women’s Folk Choir “Pletenitsa” at Community Centre “Săvremennik – 1986”
Saturday, 6 December
12:00 – Ballet “Elektra”
12:20 – Art Voices
18:00 – Art Voices
18:30 – The River of Blues
Sunday, 7 December
12:00 – Art Voices
12:40 – Vocal Group “Bulgarka” at Community Centre “Tsar Boris III and Queen Joanna – 1931”
13:00 – Folklore Ensemble “Zharava” at Community Centre “Mladost – 1982”
17:30 – “The Secret Show of…”
18:00 – Plovdiv Big Band
18:30 – Neli Petkova, Viktor Kalev & Plovdiv Big Band
Every day from 11 a.m. to 10 p.m.
Christmas Market
Creative Workshop “Gush”
Festive installations and entertainment
Santa Claus’s Elevator
Christmas Holidays Program
24 December – PPD “A. Bukoreshtliev” Hall
11:00 – Concert by Plovdiv Singing Society “Angel Bukoreshtliev”
25 December – Stefan Stambolov Square
12:00 – Concert by Plovdiv Big Band
17:00 – Concert by Viktoria Dimova
18:00 – Concert by Intro Quartet
26 December – Stefan Stambolov Square
12:00 – Concert featuring participants from the show “Asya in the Land of Talents”
17:00 – Concert by Polinerock’s Project Band
27 December – Stefan Stambolov Square
12:00 – Concert by Children’s School of Professional Dance Formation “Elika”
17:00 – Concert by Stenli
28 December – Stefan Stambolov Square
12:00 – Concert featuring students from the Music School “Art Voice Center”
17:00 – Concert by K.LINA & The Ladies
For more information and a detailed programme: facebook.com
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