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The Bulgarian government is demonstrating its strong commitment to hosting the Eurovision Song Contest 2027 in Burgas by allocating a significant €20 million in state funding. This announcement comes as preparations intensify for the prestigious event, following Bulgaria’s victory in Eurovision 2026.
Bulgaria is set to host the Eurovision Song Contest for the very first time in 2027, with the vibrant coastal city of Burgas officially confirmed as the host city. In a significant boost to the preparations, Deputy Prime Minister Ivo Hristov announced that the state will provide €20 million this year.
The announcement was made following a meeting between Deputy Prime Minister Hristov and the Mayor of Burgas. This substantial financial commitment underscores the nation’s dedication to delivering a memorable contest. Deputy Prime Minister Hristov is also leading an interdepartmental organising committee established to oversee the extensive preparations required for the international music competition.
The security and safefy at the Eurovision Song Contest 2027 in Burgas was another matter which was also discussed during the meeting.
BNT’s press release reads:
The state will fully participate in the organization of Eurovision – this was assured by Deputy Prime Minister Ivo Hristov. He heads the interdepartmental organizing committee for the song contest. Five ministries are involved in the organization. The Deputy Prime Minister said that Burgas beat the other cities with strong motivation and proactive actions. He also said that he does not accept the criticism regarding Burgas’ hosting, since the seaside city has a working economic model.
This year, around 20 million euros have been earmarked for the organization of the competition. Funds will also be provided for next year, but only after the budget for next year is adopted in the fall.
Mayor Dimitar Nikolov announced that many administrative procedures and strict compliance with the Public Procurement Act are yet to be coordinated. The ambition is to complete the preparation of the hall by the end of the year.
Ivo Hristov (Bulgaria’s Deputy Prime Minister) says:
The relevant money has been provided for this year – about 20 million, which will go towards the guarantee that must be deposited before the start of the organizational process and for current needs. Such funds will be provided for the 2027 budget, but it is yet to be reviewed and adopted. The money provides everything – from infrastructure, to transport, to accommodation, to branding the country as a tourist destination. We offer delicious food, mountains, ski resorts, the sea, historical tourism, but we are still not as recognizable as Italy and Greece.
We want to finish the preparation of the hall together with BNT by the end of the year, so that we can hold a test concert in the presence of EBU experts and if there are any weaknesses in terms of internal logistics and acoustics, we have enough time to fix these details. Let’s not forget that the main part of the equipment arrives from China and this is extremely slow and we must catch up with time.
Burgas, known for its beautiful Black Sea coast, will welcome the Eurovision family to the modern Arena Burgas, which boasts a capacity of up to 15,000 spectators for live music events. The dates for Eurovision 2027 have been confirmed as May 11, 13, and 15, 2027, with the Grand Final taking place on Saturday, May 15.
The funding will facilitate various aspects of the city’s readiness, ensuring that Burgas is fully equipped to host an event of Eurovision’s scale and prestige. This marks a proud moment for Bulgaria, showcasing its ambition and capability to stage one of Europe’s biggest television spectacles.
