Bulgaria’s Prime Minister Rumen Radev has expressed strong confidence in Burgas’s ability to host the Eurovision Song Contest 2027. His remarks come following the recent selection of the Black Sea city as the host venue for the prestigious international music event. Radev believes Burgas will proudly represent Bulgaria on the global stage.

Prime Minister Rumen Radev has officially endorsed Burgas as the host city for the Eurovision Song Contest 2027, stating that the city is well-prepared to deliver a spectacular event. This endorsement follows Bulgaria’s victory at the Eurovision Song Contest 2026 with DARA‘s ‘Bangaranga‘, which earned the country the right to host.

Bulgaria’s Prime Minister Rumen Radev’s statement reads:

I think that every Bulgarian city has something to offer both in terms of culture and history, especially in terms of people and modern services. So let’s present ourselves with dignity. I think that Burgas is a really good choice. Let me emphasize, this is a choice of an international expert committee. I am putting an end to all speculation. I think that Burgas will succeed in representing Bulgaria with dignity.

The announcement of Burgas as the chosen city, with the Grand Final scheduled for May 15, 2027, at Arena Burgas, has been met with enthusiasm. Prime Minister Radev’s comments highlight the national pride associated with hosting Eurovision. He emphasised that Burgas possesses the necessary infrastructure and vibrant culture to ensure a memorable contest for both participants and viewers worldwide, having been chosen over other strong bids like Sofia due to its accommodation capacity, venue potential, and overall vision.

Bulgaria’s hosting of Eurovision 2027 marks a significant moment for the nation, showcasing its commitment to international cultural exchange and its capacity to manage large-scale events. This will be the first time Bulgaria hosts the Eurovision Song Contest.


Sanjay (Sergio) joined esctoday.com in December 2006 as an editor. He was appointed as the Head of Press of ESCToday.com in 2011. Hereafter in 2016 he was promoted as the Head of International Relations & Communications at ESCToday. Sergio has covered the Eurovision Song Contest live 23 times since 2000, having worked for several international magazines and media outlets.