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Date: 28th February 2026
In Bansko, Todorovden will again be solemnly celebrated - one of the most accurate spring holidays, also called Horse Easter. This year, the holiday is celebrated on February 28 - six weeks before Easter.
With the support of the Municipality of Bansko and the Nikola Vaptsarov National Community Center, local farmers and horse lovers prepare a rich festive program with traditional rituals, procession and city-wide fun. Everyone is welcome to join and share the atmosphere of this beloved Bulgarian holiday.
Holiday program:
11:00 A.M. - Official start with a ceremonial water light on the street. "King Simeon" to the city stadium.
Procession: After the Water Festival, the festive procession will pass through the streets "Tsar Simeon", "Bulgaria", "Todor Kableshkov", "Naiden Gerov" and "Ikonom Chuchulain", will cross the roundabout and end at "Nikola Vaptsarov" Square.
12:00 p.m. - Ritual feeding of horses and great folk celebration.
Residents and guests of Bansko will have the opportunity to enjoy a holiday that combines respect to traditions, the beauty of horses and the spirit of Bulgarian customs.
Date: 17th - 19th July 2025
A grand ROCK experience – 6 bands, a DJ, a host and three unforgettable nights. From July 17 to 19, Bansko will be an arena of rock. For three days, all residents and guests of the city will indulge in the exciting performances of some of the most loved rock bands in our country. In the midst of summer, Bansko will welcome the bands AHAT, NO MORE MANY MORE, HAMMERHEAD, ODD CREW, everyone's favorite rock artist Milena Slavova and in the culminating last Saturday evening, the audience will welcome the unique SEVI on stage.
Come to the Rock Festival in the center of Bansko, under the open sky and feel the rhythm of some of the most popular rock artists in Bulgaria.