Traditions

On the sixth of May, the Bulgarian Orthodox Church honors Saint George the Victorious on Gergiovden. Georgi, a courageous martyr for the Christian faith,...

Crafting non-woven textiles, known as "felt," is a time-honored Bulgarian tradition with roots extending far back in history. The earliest written records of felt...

Grandma Marta Day, also known as Baba Marta, is celebrated in Bulgaria on March 1st. People create Martenitsas, typically wristbands, tiny yarn dolls, or...

A Festive Beginning Todorovden, or Horse Easter, marks a pivotal day in Bulgaria. On the first Saturday of Great Lent, the nation honors St. Theodore...

St. Vasil’s Day, also known as Survaki, is a vibrant celebration observed annually by Eastern Orthodox Christians on January 1st. This holiday honors St. Vasil the Great, a distinguished philosopher and writer of the early Christian Church, known for his contributions to monastic life and his role as a prominent apologist of the Eastern Church.

Celebrating name days is a unique and deeply rooted practice in Bulgaria closely tied to Christian beliefs. Before the influence of Christianity, pagan cultures celebrated...