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Caravan Party 11
CARAVAN PARTY XI is returning to where it belongs — Arapya. The eleventh edition of the most beloved seaside event will once again gather friends, music, dancing, summer emotions, and unforgettable evenings under the open sky. On July 24 and 25, Caravan Party XI will transform Arapya into a stage for music, sea, and true festival vibes — with favorite Bulgarian artists, live band performances, DJ sets, cold drinks, a food & drinks zone, merchandise, and that specific energy that can't be easily explained with words but is felt from the very first song. This year, the stage of CARAVAN PARTY XI will welcome RUSHI on July 24 and IVO DIMCHEV on July 25 — two special evenings created for those who love live music, the sea, and great company. As always, Caravan Party remains more than just an event — it is a gathering of people who return to Arapia every summer not just for a concert, but for an experience.
Two nights. Two distinct moods. July 24 brings a pop-forward set from Rushi, a chart-topping voice who first broke out in 2001 with “Vsichko se vrashta” and has continued releasing new material into the 2020s, including the sunny single “Oshte malko.” Expect sleek grooves, hooks you’ll recognize within a bar or two, and the elasticity of a singer who moves comfortably between polished pop and electronic textures. On July 25, Ivo Dimchev steps in with his unmistakable blend of concert and performance art — the Bulgarian theatre-maker and singer whose work spans dance, visual art and music. Dimchev’s stage presence is magnetic and unpredictable; his acclaimed projects range from the album “Sculptures” to the award‑winning stage piece “Operville.”
Why Arapya? Because the place itself shapes the show. The cove is tucked between Lozenets and Tsarevo — roughly 2.5 km from each — in a pine-framed, wind‑sheltered bay that’s been a beloved camping spot since the 1960s. Music here doesn’t just echo; it carries over water and cliffs, with the sea breeze cooling down the height of summer. If you’re coming without a car, regular buses reach Tsarevo from Burgas South Bus Station; from there it’s a short hop by local taxi to Arapya.
What to expect each evening
- July 24 — Rushi + band: A slick, high‑energy run through modern Bulgarian pop with live arrangements built for dancing and big sing‑alongs.
- July 25 — Ivo Dimchev + band: Vocals that pivot from intimate to operatic, theatrical storytelling, and fearless genre‑mixing — the kind of performance that turns a concert into a happening.
The evenings will be steered by Kamen Alipiev, known to Bulgarian audiences as “Kedara,” a veteran BNT sports journalist and one of the country’s most charismatic live hosts. He keeps the flow tight, the timing sharp and the crowd in on the joke.
Insider tips
- Late July sunsets on the southern coast are generous — plan to arrive before golden hour to settle in and explore the bay.
- The terrain is coastal; footwear that handles sand and packed earth will make moving between stage area and beach effortless.
- Staying longer? Strandzha Nature Park and the coves around Tsarevo reward early risers with quiet swims and coffee-with‑a‑view mornings.
If you’re building a culture‑packed summer beyond the seaside, keep an eye on our calendar for theatre titles like Zaoznanstvo za roditeli — a very different vibe, but the same attention to live experience that turns a ticket into a memory.
180 min.
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