15 August / Day of Varna 'Dormition of the Mother of God'

15th of August is officially announced as the DAY OF VARNA. The start of the celebration is given by a Liturgy served  in the Cathedral and is followed by many other solemn  commemorations in the city.

An integral part of the event is the award given by the Mayor of Varna with the title 'Honorary citizen of Varna' handed to a Bulgarian or foreign citizens for their exceptional contributions to the development of the Municipality.