Events in Sofia in December 2026
Sofia event dates for December 2026 are still being announced. Start with the planning leads and the city guide below — the lineup firms up closer to December.
Sofia's December 2026 lineup is still being announced — planning leads below.
By TripSapien · Updated October 15, 2026
Sourced events
Dates for this month are still being announced. Start with the planning leads below, or build the rest of your visit from the city guide.
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Add your dates and we'll build the rest of your trip around these events — every place checked for closures and booking needs.
Planning leads
Early leads on events still lining up. Exact dates and details firm up closer to your trip.
- Dec 1 - Dec 31
Sofia Christmas Market
Annual Christmas market held in the city center featuring local crafts, festive foods, and holiday entertainment.
Planning lead · details firm up closer in · Source: festival research
- Dec 15 - Dec 30
Sofia Puppet Theatre Holiday Performances
Special holiday-themed puppet shows for children and families at the Sofia Puppet Theatre.
Planning lead · details firm up closer in · Source: festival research
- Dec 18 - Dec 27
Christmas Jazz Nights at Sofia Live Club
A series of live jazz performances featuring Bulgarian and international artists celebrating the holiday season.
Planning lead · details firm up closer in · Source: festival research
Holidays, observances & long weekends
Holiday and observance schedules can affect services and venue hours; confirm each place directly.
- Christmas Eve · publicDec 24
- Christmas Day · publicDec 25
- Long weekendDec 24–Dec 27
- Long weekendDec 25–Dec 27
Holiday data: date-holidays (ISC/CC-BY-3.0).
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Turn these December events into a full Sofia plan, every place checked for closures, limited hours, and booking needs on your dates.