Bulgaria’s Prime Minister Rumen Radev confirms a special Eurovision 2027 task force as Sofia, Burgas, Varna and Plovdiv compete to host the contest.

Following the major win of Dara at Eurovision 2026 in Vienna, Bulgaria is already accelerating preparations to host Eurovision 2027. Bulgarian Prime Minister Rumen Radev announced the creation of an interministerial committee that will oversee cooperation efforts and financing for Eurovision-related events in Bulgaria next year.

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Bulgarian Deputy Prime Minister Ivo Hristov will lead the newly established committee, which is expected to include representatives from multiple ministries and public institutions. Radev described the victory as “a great Bulgarian success that goes far beyond the musical dimension.” He added that “it is the government’s responsibility to organize everything in the best possible way,” while stressing that “there is no time for emotions,” as preparations are already approaching rapidly – if they have not already begun.

Radev also invited Dara, her team, and members of the Bulgarian national broadcaster to participate in consultations regarding all organizational aspects of Eurovision 2027. According to local discussions, the Eurovision 2026 winner may have some influence over key decisions surrounding the event.

Sofia Leads – But Varna Has Powerful Support

The Bulgarian capital Sofia is currently viewed as the consensus favorite among Eurovision fans and organizers alike, mainly due to its advanced logistical infrastructure, large hotel capacity, and arena facilities that meet the strict requirements of the European Broadcasting Union (EBU). However, the hosting race is far from decided. Three additional major Bulgarian cities – Burgas, Plovdiv, and Varna – have officially approached the government and expressed strong interest in hosting the contest.

At this stage, Sofia remains the leading favorite to secure Eurovision 2027. However, Dara herself reportedly prefers for the contest to take place in Varna, her hometown on Bulgaria’s Black Sea coast.

In recent years – excluding this year’s contest in Vienna – the European Broadcasting Union has demonstrated a growing preference for hosting Eurovision outside national capitals whenever possible. Since 2018, Eurovision has been staged in a capital city only twice: Lisbon and Vienna.

That trend could potentially strengthen the chances of cities such as Varna or Plovdiv, especially as Eurovision continues seeking broader regional representation and economic flexibility from host cities.