Courtesy of: Violeta Zlateva, Regional Coordinator of HomeNet Eastern Europe and Central Asia
The twenty-first International Tourism Exhibition “Weekend Tourism” 2026 took place in Ruse, Bulgaria, from May 14 to 16, 2026. The event brought together tourism industry professionals, as well as representatives of businesses, associations, craft chambers, museums, and tourism destinations. It was held in the “Revenue Building”in the city center.
In the City Garden, Freedom Square, and Holy Trinity Square in Ruse, visitors saw craft stalls and live demonstrations.
More than 150 artisans from across Bulgaria participated in the exhibition, presenting their products in central Ruse. Visitors attended exhibitions, presentations, and demonstrations focused on cultural, festival, wine, and adventure tourism.
Over the three-day event, more than 10,000 tourists visited Ruse municipality.
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