Moodymann Brings Detroit to Sofia This September
Kenny Dixon Jr. has made exactly one promise in thirty years of records: everything he wants to say, he says through the decks. On September 11, Moodymann plays The Purgatory's open-air stage in Sofia — the first headline act in Reel Feel's SUMMER GATES series.
The Lambeth Venue London's Music Scene Needed
Tensor Studios was built to record music. Somewhere along the way, it became where London's next generation plays it live for rooms small enough that the artists can see your face and feel your energy.
The Night James Brown Saved Boston
In April 1968, the night after Martin Luther King Jr.’s assassination, James Brown’s live concert at Boston Garden helped prevent riots and unrest. Broadcast citywide, his words and music calmed tensions and are now remembered as the night the “Godfather of Soul” saved Boston with song and conviction.
Reels Don’t Build Careers: Why Music Requires More Than Social Media
Where Hip-Hop Legends Collide: DJ Premier and The Alchemist Bring Their World Tour to Sofia
From Marseille to Sozopol: Matt Sassari Takes Over EXE Beach Bar
Global techno force Matt Sassari lands in Sozopol on July 26 for an open-air beach session at EXE Beach Bar, joined by local talents Peppou and Bagerziev. Expect sunset grooves, heavyweight drops, and one of the summer’s standout seaside events on Bulgaria’s Black Sea coast.
Come and Feel the Heavens Dancing This Sunday at Bar SODA
This Sunday, the garden of SODA becomes the city’s most rhythmic sanctuary. Jaffar—the Afro-house alter ego of Bulgarian producer Peppou—returns with a live set alongside AKIKI, the voice behind their powerful track “More Than Joy.”
Weekend Highlight: JAMIIE and Alan Dixon Steal the Show at Ritual Gatherings
Ritual Gatherings returned to Cape Akra with three days of music, movement, and unexpected contrasts. From JAMIIE’s hypnotic night-two set to the sea-shaking finale at the Water stage, the festival offered moments of real connection—set against a backdrop that was equal parts ancient, curated, and wild.
Peggy Gou, Black Coffee, and Mochakk Headline Panorama Festival 2025 in Southern Italy’s Most Iconic Open-Air Venue
This August, Panorama Festival brings Peggy Gou, Black Coffee, and Mochakk to the breathtaking Cave del Duca in Lecce, Italy. Set in a natural stone amphitheatre under open skies, the two-day event promises an unforgettable fusion of electronic music and Mediterranean magic.
Lost Gipsy Land 2025: Radical Change in the Heart of the Balkan Forest
Lost Gipsy Land 2025 returns to Bulgaria’s Central Balkan Mountains with a boundary-blurring lineup led by BEARD2BEARD, Diass, Sundragon, and more. From tribal downtempo to deep house rituals, this forest-rooted festival offers five days of music, transformation, and sensory immersion.
Opens Today! Drink Rink flips Yunak Stadium into Sofia’s daily disco rink through July.
The Duo That Gathers: Inside the Rituals of Bulgaria’s Most Soulful Festival
There I was on a July Morning: Bulgaria’s Sunrise Ritual of Freedom
Every year, on the night of June 30th, people across Bulgaria head east—to Kamen Bryag, Gradina, or any stretch of coast where the sky meets the sea. They stay up all night, waiting for the first light of July 1st. It’s called July Morning. What began in the late 1970s as a quiet act of rebellion has become a nationwide tradition.
The Sixth Sofia Graffiti Battle Takes Over South Park
This June, Sofia’s South Park underpass sheds its concrete skin for a new, feathered look. The sixth Sofia Graffiti Battle brings together over 30 artists from Bulgaria and across Europe to paint large-scale murals inspired by the city’s rich birdlife, while enjoying live music, workshops, and a graffiti battle.
Step Out of the Feed and Into the Pulse: OFFLINE Party Takes Over Toplocentrala on July 19
On July 19, Sofia goes OFFLINE — a day-to-night electronic gathering that invites you to disconnect from the digital and reconnect through rhythm. From sunlit grooves on Toplocentrala’s terrace to deep night pulses in Hall 2, this is where real music meets real presence.
Raw, Real, and Unfiltered: Catch Cool Den Live at Kino Cabana
On June 15, they take over Kino Cabana for a one-night-only concert under the stars as part of SoFest 2025. Expect raw energy, charged lyrics, and a crowd that knows every word.
Jean-Michel Jarre to Perform in Sofia on June 23 with Spectacular Audiovisual Show
Legendary electronic music artist Jean-Michel Jarre will perform in Sofia for the first time on June 23, 2025, at Vidas Art Arena. The concert will feature an immersive multimedia experience, combining music, visuals, and technology, as part of Fest Team’s summer event series.
ROBOLOCO Celebrates 16 Years of Local-Only Techno at Nutone, Sofia
Subcultura Hosts the Oborishte Social & Creative Market This Weekend
Sofia's Most Loved Beach Bar Opens for Season 2025
Sofia’s favorite summer hideout is back. Beach Bar reopens on June 5 with a sunset set by Dimitar Petrov, kicking off a new season of barefoot nights, deep grooves, and warm city sand.
From Trip-Hop to Post-Punk: Massive Attack, Kiwanuka, and Molchat Doma Light Up Sofia Live Festival
From June 27 to 29, 2025, Sofia Live Festival returns to Arena Sofia Velodrome, nestled within the lush Borisova Garden. This year's lineup boasts iconic acts like Massive Attack, Michael Kiwanuka, and Molchat Doma, promising an unforgettable musical experience.
Burgers, Beats, and a New Creative Pulse in Sofia's New Burger Joint
On Saturday, May 31st, Inabun hosted their second pop-up day party in Sofia, blending music, burgers, and community into one unforgettable afternoon. Held at the Inabun space, the event featured local DJs Santo Domingo and Nena, creating an open, laid-back vibe for friends and music lovers to gather.
Hardwell, Afrojack, Lost Frequencies Headline AURA 2025
This June, Sofia enters a new dimension of sound. From June 20 to 22, AURA Festival makes its debut at Arena Sofia, bringing together global EDM icons like Hardwell, Lost Frequencies, and Afrojack for a three-day journey through music and light.
The Festival Turning Sofia’s Dead Canals Into Living Places
The 2025 edition of Rivers of Sofia brings the conversation back to where it matters: public access, environmental care, and urban visibility. Across three days in August, sections of the Perlovska and other waterways will turn neglected riverbanks into clean and cozy public spaces.
Discover the Best of Sofia in June at KvARTal Fest 2025
Bonobo by the Danube: OUTLIER Lands in Belgrade
The Return of the Wolf: Rushi at Kino Cabana This June
On June 11, pop icon Rushi returns to the stage with a full live band at Kino Cabana – the city’s open-air haven for music under the stars. Expect tracks from his bold new album Вълк, a fresh sound, and the kind of night that pulses long after the lights go down.
Morcheeba and Natalie Imbruglia Open the Big Garden Party in Borisova Garden
On May 31 and June 1, The Big Garden Party turns Borisova Garden into a vibrant playground of music, food, and joy. With Natalie Imbruglia, Morcheeba, Apollo 440, and Kraak & Smaak leading the soundscape, and a lineup packed with comedy, theatre, live cooking shows, and kid-friendly activities.
Street Music Pioneer Dub FX Returns to Sofia with Woodnote
Dub FX kicks off his 2025 Open Secret Society tour with longtime collaborator Woodnote, performing tracks from their new joint album. They play Sofia’s Club Maymunarnika on Monday, Sept 29 as part of the European leg.
Deep Dish Brings Progressive House Legacy to Bulgaria's Black Sea
Deep Dish, the Grammy‑winning duo of Sharam and Dubfire, will bring their signature progressive house to Kavatsi Beach’s EXE Beach Bar on the 21st of June 2025.
South Park Swings Again: A to Jazz Returns This July
Cyrille Aimée, MonoNeon, and Kinga Głyk lead a genre-spanning lineup in a celebration of jazz, world rhythms, and city life. From funk royalty to Balkan grooves, the 14th A to JazZ Festival promises four days of music, culture, and community in Sofia’s summer heart.
Sofia Summer Fest 2025: 66 Days of Culture, Comedy & Open-Air Fun
Macy Gray to Perform in Sofia on June 12, 2025
How Dance Heals the Psyche: From Neuroplasticity to Spiritual Connection
Science is validating what ancient cultures always knew: movement heals, and dance is our most potent somatic medicine.
French Pop Meets Balkan Energy: Francofolies Returns to Bulgaria This June
On June 20–21, Francofolies 2025 returns to Plovdiv’s scenic Rowing Base, bringing global stars like Alexandra Stan and ZAZ for two nights of open-air magic.
Robbie Williams in Sofia: Let Him Entertain You and He Will
The British pop icon will take over Bulgaria’s biggest stage on the 26th of September.
EXIT Festival 2025: 25 Years of Sound, Rebellion and Rhythm
From July 10–13, the Petrovaradin Fortress in Novi Sad, Serbia, transforms once again into a sonic universe for the 25th anniversary of EXIT Festival — a milestone celebration that promises a rare collision of music, history, and community.
A First for Bulgaria: Coss, Zettka & Kyong Sono at the LOFT
On March 7, aMuse brought the Berlin-based label Betonstrand to Sofia for the first time, hosting a powerful night at LOFT with DJs Coss, Zettka, and Kyong Sono. More than just a party, the event marked the start of a new cultural bridge between Bulgaria’s local scene and Europe’s underground music hubs.
