Festive opening parade
Colorful march through town, followed by opening concert under the stars
~18:00
Международен фолклорен фестивал "Велико Търново"
Jul 17 - 24, 2026Expected
Each mid-July, the city of Veliko Tarnovo fills its Summer Theater with folk music for an international festival. Ensembles from around the world give nightly concerts in the old Bulgarian capital, in a celebration that has been part of the city's cultural calendar since the 1990s.
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About media standardsColorful march through town, followed by opening concert under the stars
~18:00
Veliko Tarnovo, Bulgaria
Open in MapsRespect performers, especially folk artists.
Appreciate the cultural performances; no disruptive behavior at shows
Ask permission
Crowd level: moderate.
Free events are available.
REGIONAL CULTURAL FESTIVAL
Международен фолклорен фестивал "Велико Търново"
Veliko Tarnovo, Bulgaria
Each mid-July, the city of Veliko Tarnovo fills its Summer Theater with folk music for an international festival. Ensembles from around the world give nightly concerts in the old Bulgarian capital, in a celebration that has been part of the city's cultural calendar since the 1990s.
Held since the 1990s, Veliko Tarnovo’s festival is an important part of the city’s cultural calendar. It draws on the city’s history as a medieval capital, combining performance arts with celebrations of Bulgarian heritage. The slogan for each year expresses collective identity (e.g., 'This is us, this are WE' in 2025).
Colorful march through town, followed by opening concert under the stars
first-timer tips
Respect performers, especially folk artists.
Appreciate the cultural performances; no disruptive behavior at shows
Ask permission
Jul 17 - 24, 2026
Estimated
Veliko Tarnovo
Veliko Tarnovo
Free public events available
Families welcome
Very High visitor welcome
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