Varna Summer International Theatre Festival (2026: 31 May-11 June): International theater performances in open-air venues throughout city, featuring Bulgarian and European productions.
Varna Summer International Jazz Festival (2026: 13-16 August): Premier jazz event attracting world-class musicians and lovers to outdoor and indoor venues.
Easter Orthodox Celebrations (April/May): Solemn religious processions, traditional foods, and candlelit evening services in churches citywide.
National Day of Enlightenment (May 24): Parades, educational events, and celebrations of Bulgarian culture and Cyrillic script.
New Year (December-January): Street celebrations, concerts, fireworks display over Sea Garden, holiday markets.