Travel Reference
In-Depth Information
July
High temperatures are recorded across the country in July. Both Bulgarian and for-
eign tourists flock to the coastal resorts while the cities bake.
SAND SCULPTURE FESTIVAL
Come to the beach in Burgas to admire the fantastic sand sculptures (
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created
by visiting artists. There's a different theme each year and the sculptures remain all sum-
mer.
August
Temperatures are at their highest in August, with long, hot sunny days, warm even-
ings and little or no rain. Music festivals are in full swing.
BANSKO INTERNATIONAL JAZZ FESTIVAL
Top jazz musicians from across Europe and beyond come to Bansko (
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). Free
concerts are held in the main square over a week in early August.
SPIRIT OF BURGAS FESTIVAL
A popular Black Sea music event, Spirit of Burgas (
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) brings in international
rock and jazz acts for a three-day beach party in early August.
September
Days are still hot in September, but begin to cool later in the month. A good time for
birdwatching, as the Via Pontica migration begins.
