Observed Signal · Aug 13, 2026 · Event Announcement · Source: DWDL · Impact: 2/5 · Sentiment: Neutral
Eurovision 2027 Will Be Held in Burgas, Bulgaria
The European Broadcasting Union (EBU) and Bulgarian broadcaster BNT have confirmed that the Eurovision Song Contest 2027 will be hosted in Burgas, Bulgaria, rather than the capital Sofia. The final is scheduled for 15 May 2027, with the two semi-finals to take place on 11 and 13 May at the Burgas Arena, opened in 2023. Plovdiv and Varna had also bid but were eliminated in the selection process. EBU praised Burgas's overall concept and logistical capacities, while ESC director Martin Green and BNT head Milena Milotinova commented on the city's suitability and the responsibilities of hosting. This will be the first time Bulgaria hosts the contest after singer Dara won Eurovision in Vienna earlier this year.
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- The European Broadcasting Union (EBU) and Bulgarian broadcaster BNT confirmed Burgas as host city for Eurovision Song Contest 2027.
- The ESC 2027 final is scheduled for 15 May 2027; semi-finals will be on 11 and 13 May at the Burgas Arena.
- Burgas was chosen over Sofia; other bidder cities Plovdiv and Varna were eliminated earlier in the selection process.
- ESC Director Martin Green and BNT head Milena Milotinova provided public statements praising Burgas and noting the responsibilities of hosting.
- This will be the first time Bulgaria hosts the Eurovision Song Contest after Dara won Eurovision in Vienna earlier in 2026.
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