Saint George's Day, Day of the Bulgarian Army in 🇧🇬 Bulgaria
Public Holiday
Yes
National Holiday
No
Type
Public Holiday
Saint George's Day, Day of the Bulgarian Army in Bulgaria
Bulgaria's Saint George's Day (Gergyovden) on May 6th is a major folk holiday; roasting a whole lamb is the central tradition, and as the patron saint of the Bulgarian Army, military ceremonies are held nationwide.
About Saint George's Day, Day of the Bulgarian Army
Bulgarian public holiday on May 6 combining the feast of Saint George, patron of the Bulgarian Army, with Armed Forces Day, honoring soldiers with military parades and church blessings.
Dates
| Year | Date | Day |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | May 6 | Tuesday |
| 2026 | May 6 | Wednesday |
| 2027 | May 6 | Thursday |
| 2028 | May 6 | Saturday |
| 2029 | May 6 | Sunday |
| 2030 | May 6 | Monday |