Tchaikovsky’s Christmas ballet performed by the soloists and corps de ballet of State Opera Burgas.

Tchaikovsky’s festive ballet in two acts, staged by Varna’s own ballet company on the opera’s main stage.

Varna switches on its Christmas tree and festive lights with a children’s concert on Nezavisimost Square.

A 20-minute light-and-sound show that brings the icons and murals of Bulgaria’s great Revival painter to life.

Tchaikovsky’s Christmas ballet in Yuri Grigorovich’s choreography, a festive family favourite.

Tchaikovsky’s Swan Lake, with an afternoon and an evening performance on the same day.

Tchaikovsky’s Nutcracker ballet, with a Saturday morning show for families, to start the Christmas season.

Ruse celebrates the river on International Danube Day with games, art workshops and contests on the quay.

Ten days of folk music, dance and costume parades as ensembles from around the world fill the old capital.

Razlog greets the New Year with Starchevata: kukeri in furs, masks and bells parade and dance on the main square.