Frequently Asked Questions
Festival Dates: Saturday, June 27 & Sunday, June 28, 2026
(Possibility of a third bonus day — TBA)
Location: Vidas Art Arena Sofia (ex–Arena Sofia) / Velodrome Serdika — Borisova Garden
Sofia Live Fest returns in 2026 for two unforgettable days — and potentially a third — in Bulgaria’s most iconic urban park. Below is everything you need to know before arriving.
Where and when is the festival?
Sofia Live Fest 2026 takes place on:
June 27 (Saturday)
June 28 (Sunday)
Optional Day 3: To Be Announced
Venue: Vidas Art Arena Sofia, inside Borisova Garden.
Please note: There is no parking available inside the park.
For arrival details, see Access & Rules.
Festival hours
Gates open at 17:00.
All performances end at 23:00 due to strict municipal curfew.
When will the daily timetable be published?
The full schedule will go live in mid-June in the LINEUP section.
Follow our social channels for real-time updates.
Are tickets refundable?
All ticket sales are final and non-refundable.
If you can’t attend, resale is safely available via TicketSwap.
Can I re-enter the festival?
Single-day tickets: one-time entry only
2-day passes: festival wristband, valid both days
If a 3rd day is added, wristbands will automatically include access for all purchased days
Tampered or removed wristbands cannot be replaced.
Are tickets personal?
No.
The person presenting the ticket at the gate is considered the ticket holder.
We do NOT check IDs to match ticket names.
Under 18 must be accompanied by an adult with a signed parental consent form (downloadable in Access & Rules).
Children under 10 enter for free with a guardian.
A copy/photo of their birth certificate may be requested.
Kids Zone 2026
A safe, engaging area featuring:
● Creative workshops
● Board games
● Relaxation corners for parents
● Free noise-cancelling headphones for children (limited stock)
Sofia Live Fest is a family-friendly event — music culture starts early.
You may bring a small personal camera.
Prohibited without accreditation:
● Professional cameras with detachable lenses
● GoPro, action cameras
● Drones
● Tripods, monopods, selfie sticks
Media accreditation: pr@sofialiveclub.com
To stay comfortable in summer conditions:
● 1 plastic bottle of water (0.5 L, cap removed at entrance)
● Small bags up to 40×20×20 cm
● Rain jacket / poncho
● Earplugs
● Personal items not listed as prohibited
On-site you will find:
● Free sunscreen
● Free mosquito repellent
Liquids & Food
● No liquids except the permitted 0.5 L bottle
● No reusable cups, thermoses, flasks
● No outside food (except baby food)
● No glass of any kind
Equipment & Hazardous Items
● Professional cameras, GoPros, drones
● Tripods, selfie sticks
● Musical instruments, megaphones
● Fireworks, flares, lasers
● Aerosols
● Markers, spray paint
Bags & Objects
● Bags over 10 L or approx. 35×25×12 cm
● Chairs, stools, mats, tents, sleeping bags
● Umbrellas (ponchos only)
● Large or visibility-blocking objects
Substances & Weapons
● Drugs, illegal substances
● Knives, pepper spray, firearms
● Metal chains, belts with spikes
Transport Devices
● Bicycles
● Electric scooters
● Kick scooters
● Skateboards, rollerblades, hoverboards
No parking or storage for these items is available.
For safety reasons, no pets are allowed at the festival.
You may bring one 0.5 L plastic bottle of water.
Caps will be removed at the gate (artist safety protocol).
On site:
● Drink vendors everywhere
● Free sunscreen
● Mosquito repellent
The festival is not responsible for lost or unattended items.
A Lost & Found station will operate throughout the event.
If the event is cancelled or rescheduled due to unforeseen circumstances, you will receive instructions by email regarding next steps.
