Odessa Festival of Bulgarian CultureФестиваль болгарської культури

A celebration of Odessa's Bulgarian community and Slavic literary heritage, held around 24 May (Day of Cyril and Methodius). The event features Bulgarian folk music and dance performances, display of traditional crafts, and cultural exhibitions 1. The Odessa mayor and Bulgarian consulate officials often attend, highlighting mutual Ukrainian-Bulgarian ties.

Commemorating Saints Cyril and Methodius (patrons of Slavic writing), this festival showcases the literary and cultural legacy shared by Ukrainians and Bulgarians 1. The large Bulgarian community of the Budjak region gathers to celebrate their native heritage and connect with their roots.