31 December – New Year’s Eve
Stefan Stambolov Square

Plovdiv will once again transform into a stage of dreams to kick off 2026 with a spectacular musical show!
This year, the concept of our celebration is “Roots & Beats” – A Bridge Between Tradition and the Future.
Get ready for an unconventional and dynamic event that will energize us for the entire year!
The host of this explosive cultural journey is the beloved showman Deyan Slavchev – Deo, who will effortlessly guide us through the hybrid concert-show, filled with solo performances and daring collaborations.

Program:
22:05 – 22:50
Tioneb (France) – The One-Man Orchestra
French artist Benoit “Tioneb” Poujade will demonstrate the power of innovation. His style is a mix of hip-hop, rock-pop, and electronic music, created entirely live before your eyes using vocal-looping techniques. Tioneb is the 2012 BOSS Loopstation World Champion, who approaches the loopstation as an instrument for producing high-quality music, not just for entertainment.

22:50 – 23:35
Artful Dodger (UK) – The Legends of UK Garage
Directly from Southampton, the legendary English duo Artful Dodger takes the stage. They played a key role in shaping and popularizing the UK Garage and 2-Step genres in the late ’90s.

23:35 – 00:30
Ensemble “Trakia” – The Depth of Roots
To bring the depth of authentic Bulgarian folklore and lead us into the New Year, the pride of Plovdiv – Folklore Ensemble “Trakia” – will perform. Exactly at midnight, under the sounds of the national anthem, Plovdiv will light up with a grand fireworks and light show. The dancers will ensure the perfect transition to midnight, and immediately after the fireworks, they will lead a traditional horo dance, uniting thousands of people in a shared rhythm.

00:30 – 01:15
Ersin Mustafov – Jazz, Ethno, and Indie
After midnight, the program continues with Ersin Mustafov, the lead frontman of the band JEREMY. In this performance, he blends jazz, oriental, and ethno motifs with his indie-rock style. His set perfectly embodies the bridge between tradition and modernity, adding a multi-genre and personal touch.

01:15 – 02:00
Deo – DJ Set