Grafa at Tuida Fortress in Sliven on July 23 - the Bulgarian Pop Star With 25 Years of Career in a Medieval Fortress

Grafa, one of the most recognisable figures on the contemporary Bulgarian pop scene, comes to Sliven on July 23, 2026 as part of his 2026 tour. The concert will take place at the Tuida Fortress, the medieval citadel above the city dating from the 11th-14th centuries, in the open air.

Kiril Marichkov, known as Grafa, has been active since 2002 and is one of the central figures on the Bulgarian pop scene. His style is a recognisable blend of contemporary pop-rock production and emotional lyrics. With 9 studio albums and hits like Pyatat ot zvezdite, Da ti pochaka, Ot drugata strana, Mozhe and Pesen za teb, he is one of the most successful Bulgarian pop singers of the past decade. His collaborations with other key names in the Bulgarian pop market also make him a central figure in joint releases.

The setlist covers all the major hits along with material from the latest albums. Tuida Fortress is one of the most striking summer stages in Bulgaria - a medieval citadel with preserved towers and walls, at the foot of the Stara Planina mountain. The stage layout suits the summer tour format.

Tickets are available through eventim.bg at 35 leva. The concert starts at 20:30 on Thursday, July 23, 2026. The tour continues with a show in Burgas on July 24. For Macedonian fans of contemporary Bulgarian pop, this is one of the key dates in the neighbourhood this summer.