Bulgarian Presidency of the Council of the European Union

Gold treasure, Sboryanovo

The ancient Thracian gold treasure

The famous sea side resort - Sunny beach

The Bulgarian rose

The Alexander Nevsky cathedral, Sofia

Traditional Bulgarian Kukeri show

Nessebar, the sea side resort named 'the pearl of the Black Sea'

The Magura cave

The Rila Monastery, the largest and most famous monastery

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If you have already fallen in love with Bulgaria and its culture, or you're just curious and browsing, then this is the place to be! The home of the cultural scene for all things related to Bulgaria, you will find all the information you need on this website. If you have any questions or would like to get in touch, please do not hesitate to contact us, or see our FAQs.


The Bulgarian Cultural Institute London aims to promote, support and develop cultural relations between Bulgaria and the UK through various means:

  • Introduce Bulgarian culture to the UK’s international audience through exhibitions, performances, concerts, film screenings, theatrical productions, recitals, literary evenings, discussions and other events.

  • Organise a multitude of interesting courses and seminars, as well as Bulgarian traditions and crafts evenings and workshops.

  • Collaborate with, support and partner with other similar institutions, Anglo-Bulgarian associations and other cultural representatives.

  • Offer a library and reading room with a wide selection of Bulgarian and foreign literature, albums, films, dictionaries, guides and other materials.

  • Provide tourist information and materials for all those who wish to visit Bulgaria and experience its exquisite cultural monuments first-hand.

  • If these aims correspond with your interests and you would like to find out more, come and visit the Bulgarian Cultural Institute London today!

LONDON FESTIVAL OF BULGARIAN CULTURE: Two Evenings with Georgi Toshev and Tatiana Lolova

19:00h, "Sofia Gallery" RSVP Required: office@bcilondon.co.uk - THE FILM DOES NOT HAVE ENGLISH SUBTITLES- Film Screening and Discussion: "Portrait of a Lady: The Actress Who Laughs" 50 mins, DOCUMENTARY The famous Bulgarian journalist Georgi Toshev presents the premier of his documentary feature, dedicated to the life of the Bulgarian theatrical, television and cinema legend, the great actress Tatiana Lolova. ... Read more

LONDON FESTIVAL OF BULGARIAN CULTURE: “Diagnosis: Edith Piaf”, A spectacle by the Bourgas theatre “Adriana Budevska”

18:30 The Clapham Grand 21-25 St John's Hill Clapham Junction London SW11 1TT The Bourgas theatre from the coast of the black sea in Bulgaria is coming to visit with the play "Diagnosis: Edith Piaf", a spectacle starring the famous Bulgarian singer, Toni Dimitrova. Hurry up and reserve your tickets for this unique play! Toni Dimitrova's breathtaking voice in combination with the talented actors from... Read more

LONDON FESTIVAL OF BULGARIAN CULTURE: Concert and Exhibition: An evening of young Bulgarian Talents

19:00 h, "Sofia" Gallery 6 November, Friday, 7pm Sofia Gallery, Bulgarian Cultural Institute 188 Queen’s Gate, South Kensington, London, SW7 5HL TITLE: Exhibition by talented Bulgarian children and concert by the winners and special guests of Whitgift International Music Competition. DESCRIPTION: A wonderful opportunity to hear Bulgarian musicians of the future, who are the winners of the Whitgift’s International Music Competition. The recital will feature performances... Read more

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