Urban Wine Fest - Ruse 2026 is an invitation to everyone - residents and guests of the city, travelers and professionals - to start the celebration of Bulgarian wine together with inspiration, unforgettable meetings, and good taste.
Location: Ruse, Svoboda Square
A wine event in which everyone will find their ideal way to meet and celebrate with Bulgarian wine. To challenge themselves to discover new regions and unknown aromas through tastings and to enrich their wine knowledge. To enjoy a glass of their favorite wine or share a bottle with friends. To feel the rhythm of the city while live music sounds in the city center.
On October 2 and 3, Ruse continues the tradition of wine autumn with the second edition of Urban Wine Fest - Ruse 2026 - a city festival that begins the month dedicated to Bulgarian wine and the International Mavrud Day.
A festival where wine, presented in an expert and independent way, street food, beautiful music, culture, and the urban environment harmonize in an impeccable BLEND.
WE ARE WAITING FOR YOU ON:
02/10/2026: 14:00 - 22:00
03/10/2026: 12:00 - 22:00
Entrance is free. Consumption will be paid on site.
The Bulgarian local grape varieties, with which Bulgarian winemakers give an authentic look to Bulgarian wine, are the inspiration and cause of the festival.
Love for Bulgarian wine is what the charming team of wine experts from the Bulgarian Association of Wine Professionals will infect you with. The wine bars will present you with more than 40 expressive wines from over 15 local varieties.
Experts will tell the stories that each sip seeks to reveal in a captivating way - about the terroirs in which these wines were born, about the people who put their heart and soul into each bottle, about the challenges, the successes, the meaning.
Something delicious, prepared at the culinary stands of local chefs, will complement the atmosphere with contemporary flavors inspired by local products and seasonal accents. Violi Fasta Pasta with Chef Violina Marinova and Sushi Bar Ruse with Lyubo's top team will challenge you with new suggestions for wine pairings. SkaraVana Foods, Mezeta Valkovi, Elenski Balkandjii and Kooperativ - Znam kako yam will also take care of your mood.
Program 02/10/2026:
DJ Groovy George
Lockdown Group
Program 03/10/2026:
DJ Groovy George
Big Band Ruse
Mary Boys Band Group
Visit the festival and (re)discover not only popular but also lesser-known Bulgarian varieties and wines, professionally presented by the BAVP team.
For greater comfort and pleasure, bring your favorite tasting wine glass or use the opportunity to purchase or use one for a deposit on site.
Warning: The event is not suitable for persons under 18 years of age. Please consume moderately and responsibly. Please note that there will be photo and video filming during the event.
The International Mavruda Day is an initiative of the Bulgarian Association of Wine Professionals BAWP and is held under the patronage of the Minister of Tourism, with the official support of the Ministry of Tourism, the Ministry of Agriculture, and the Municipality of Ruse.
