Plovdiv to host Urban Wine Fest 2026 featuring 15 Bulgarian grape varieties

The city of Plovdiv will host the Urban Wine Fest Plovdiv 2026 on October 23 and 24 at Central Square. Organized by the Bulgarian Association of Wine Professionals, the festival aims to promote local grape varieties and wine tourism.

Visitors can sample over 50 wines representing 15 different Bulgarian varieties, including Mavrud, Gergana, Rubin, Pamid, Shiroka Melnishka Loza, Melnik 55, Dimyat, Tamianka, Gumza, and various Misket types. The selection will include white, red, rosé, sparkling, and natural wines.

The event will feature special emphasis on two regional communities: ‘Plovdiv Wine Routes’ and ‘Wines of Sakar’. The program includes masterclasses on regional wines and Mavrud, alongside culinary offerings from Mish-mash and Zara Catering. Musical performances will accompany the tastings, which are open to adults over 18.