Arena Market: Bulgaria
Bulgaria became one of the newest members of the EU’s free-roam Schengen Region in March, opening doors and borders for international fans and tours alike. hello
The newest Bulgarian venue, Arena Burgas, opened in May 2023, nearly a decade after constructors broke ground in 2014. Convertible from 4,100-15,000-capacity, the multipurpose arena is home to a professional basketball team.
Since opening, the venue has hosted the Glory 89 kickboxing event and the 2024 Bulgarian Basketball Cup.
However, in November 2023, national media site Iskra reported that there were flaws in the construction and organisation of the venue, and it is unclear whether it is a functioning venue.
In the capital, Arena Sofia is the leading venue for international artists, hosting Louis Tomlinson, Hollywood Vampires, and Pantera over the past year. The multipurpose venue is set to host an influx of rock and metal acts over the next 12 months, including Megadeth, Five Finger Death Punch, and…
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