13 August 2026

Bulgarian coastal city Burgas to host Eurovision 2027

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Bulgarian coastal city Burgas to host Eurovision 2027

Burgas, a Black Sea city in Bulgaria, has been chosen to host next year's Eurovision Song Contest after Bulgarian singer Dara won this year's competition.

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