site.btaPersina Fest 2025 to Take Place in Belene Sept. 5-8

The 2025 edition of the Persina Fest music and cultural festival will take place from September 5 to 8 along the banks of the Danube River in the town of Belenе, the organizers told BTA. The event will feature popular Bulgarian and international DJs and performers, and admission is free.

The festival kicks off on September 5 with a night of electronic beats. Taking the stage will be DJ Buckshot and the dynamic duo Dan Tanev & Matizze, alongside a live percussion show by Daniil Stoychev, promising a high-energy opening to the long weekend.

On Saturday, September 6, the spotlight turns to one of the most recognizable names in the Romanian electronic scene, Christian Lepah, who will bring his signature sound and immersive show to the Persina Fest audience.

The festival continues on Sunday, September 7, with performances from the Bulgarian electronic duo Bowax & 5prite, joined by Vera Russo, a rising star of modern house music gaining traction both in Bulgaria and abroad, according to the organizers.

The festival will conclude on September 8 with a special appearance by Adrian Asenov, known as the best impersonator of legendary Bulgarian actor and singer Todor Kolev, and a popular contestant on national television.

In addition to music and entertainment, Persina Fest will offer a vibrant arts bazaar, creative workshops, open-air yoga sessions, and various other cultural activities, creating a rich and relaxed atmosphere for visitors of all ages.

The event will be held next to the Persina Nature Park Directorate in Belene, close to the ancient Roman customs site Dimum, combining modern music with a historic and natural setting on the Danube.