„OPEN BUZLUDZHA“ 2025 celebrates 5 years of the festival, 10 years of the cause in August

A rich cultural program, a spectacular 3D mapping show, and a vibrant festival atmosphere await visitors at the foot of the monument—with free entry in celebration of 10 years of the Buzludzha Project.

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For the fifth year in a row, the Buzludzha Project Foundation invites all lovers of unforgettable experiences, breathtaking nature, and meaningful causes to a unique three-day event „OPEN BUZLUDZHA"festival, from August 15 to 17 in the heart of the Balkan Mountains.

PROGRAM

During the day, visitors will be able to enjoy a rich variety of activities: tours around the monument and along scenic mountain trails , creative workshops for children and adults, themed lectures and discussions, and other interactive experiences. In the evening, after sunset, the monument’s facade will come alive with an impressive 3D mapping showcreated byMP-STUDIO—the organizers of the “Lunar” Festival of Lights in Sofia. The visual spectacle will transport viewers into a world of fantasy, reinterpreting the building in a new and exciting way. Themed DJ parties will set the mood under the stars, while delicious food and refreshing drinks will complete the festival atmosphere. 

10 YEARS BUZLUDZHA PROJECT FOUNDATION

This year's edition celebrates the 10th anniversary of the "Buzludzha Project" - a transformative decade during which thousands of volunteers and supporters have united to preserve one of Bulgaria's most iconic architectural landmarks. On-site, visitors will find information about the progress made so far and the next steps: construction of a new roof and windows, as well as the creation of the building’s first exhibition. The cause is non-political and does not aim for full restoration, but rather for conservation and adaptive reuse for educational and touristic purposes. 

Under the motto "A Story to Share",this year's festival invites visitors to share their personal stories, reflections, and visions for Buzludzha while learning about the experiences of people connected to the site. The festival itself is a story of shared experience and a shared cause. It becomes a stage where stories and visions meet—past and future, here and now.

In celebration of the 10th anniversary of the “Buzludzha Project” Foundation, entry to the festival is free.The full program - both daytime and nighttime – will take place in front of the Buzludzha monument, turning the space into a vibrant cultural hub already this summer. 

Enjoy the festival's atmosphere with last year's edition aftermovie. 

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Let's experience OPEN BUZLUDZHA 2025 together!