# Cultural festivals in Stara Zagora

> Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/cultural-festivals-in-stara-zagora
> Updated: 2026-10-06T09:19:07.000Z. Sources: 4. Developments: 2.

Stara Zagora, Bulgaria, has hosted a series of cultural events. In late September, the 14th Augustiada wine and cultural heritage festival opened at the Ancient Street of Augusta Traiana, featuring 40 wineries, regional culinary offerings, and international participation from Moldova.

Following this, the ninth ‘Zdravei, Zdrave!’ festival was scheduled for October 10 and 11 at the Augusta Traiana Ancient Forum and the Zahari Kniazheski Regional Library. This event, themed ‘One is Us’, focuses on health, Bulgarian traditions, and intergenerational continuity through parades, lectures, and musical performances.

## Timeline

### 2026-10-06: Stara Zagora to host ninth Zdravei, Zdrave! festival

The ninth ‘Zdravei, Zdrave!’ festival will be held on October 10-11 in Stara Zagora, focusing on health, Bulgarian traditions, and intergenerational connection.

3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/stara-zagora-to-host-ninth-zdravei-zdrave-festival

### 2026-09-25: Augustiada wine festival opens in Stara Zagora

The 14th Augustiada wine and cultural heritage festival has opened in Stara Zagora, Bulgaria, featuring 40 wineries, culinary arts, and international participation from Moldova.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/augustiada-wine-festival-opens-in-stara-zagora

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Cite as: Cultural festivals in Stara Zagora. CLSTR, https://clstr.news/situations/cultural-festivals-in-stara-zagora