Eurovision Song Contest 2027 to be Held in Burgas, Bulgaria

The Bulgarian coastal city of Burgas will host the Eurovision Song Contest (ESC) in May 2027. This was announced by the Bulgarian National Television (BNT) and the European Broadcasting Union (EBU). Burgas was chosen over the capital Sofia, which was the only other remaining candidate.

The competition will take place between May 11 and 15, 2027. The semifinals are scheduled for May 11 and 13, while the final will be held on May 15. This information comes from official announcements by the EBU and BNT.

The Arena Burgas, which recently opened, will serve as the venue and can accommodate up to 15,000 spectators. This location will thus become the center of one of the largest music events in the world, promising a maritime atmosphere.

The decision to select Burgas as the host city was seen as surprising, as the capital Sofia had previously been considered the favorite. The location was chosen for its 'compelling overall package,' although no further details about this package were disclosed.

The choice of Burgas is also viewed as a step toward giving Eurovision events in Bulgaria a broader base. The event has not yet taken place in this city, and fans are excited about the upcoming events in the coastal city.

The prospects for the ESC 2027 in Burgas are promising, especially following the victory of Bulgarian singer Dara at the last competition held in Vienna. Dara won the 2026 competition with her song 'Bangaranga,' contributing to the decision to bring the event to Bulgaria.