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Plovdiv will host Francofolies 2025 festival for French music and culture

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Favorite Bulgarian and French artists will gather on one stage in Plovdiv to present a mix of contemporary hits, golden classics and unforgettable melodies. 

From today until June 22, the Rowing Base in the city under the hills is hosting the Francofolies 2025 festival. Among the participants are Lili Ivanova, ZAZ, Gipsy Kings with the participation of Tonino Baliardo, Master KG, La Caravane Passe, the performer of the hit Mr. Saxobeat, the Romanian with Bulgarian roots Alexandra Stan (her grandmother is Bulgarian), and others.

A rich accompanying program with discounts for ticket holders from the musical events of Francofolies is also planned - an open-air French brunch on June 21 and 22 in the city garden next to the Natural History Museum and many other interesting events.


Edited by Miglena Ivanova
English publication: R. Petkova



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