A Week All About Children

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In this week’s Buzz:

• Water treatment for the low zone starts tomorrow

• Bansko celebrates International Children’s Day

• Is Rila Fun Park open at the moment?

• Beginner Bachata dance classes

• Are BSD pub quizzes returning this month?

Charity Run in Bansko For All The Family

Yesterday (Saturday 31st), the local Rotary Club organised a charity run in Bansko town to raise money for the “Give Them Wings” foundation. Nearly 300 people participated in the 3km run around town, raising over 2,000 BGN for the charity.

See photos from the event here.

Explore Bansko Chalets

Book your chalet in Bansko. We have three great chalets located in the centre of town (Snow Pine, River Pine & Ginchini). Visit our website to check availability and create your own package tailored to your requirements and budget.

Inside the Bansko Notice Board Group

✍️ 46 New Posts, 💬 177 Comments, 👍️ 832 Reactions

Can Anyone Recommend a Good Mechanic?
Daniella is looking to buy a second-hand car in the local area and wants a reliable mechanic to check it over. See who people suggested.

Is Rila Fun Park Open At The Moment?
Tony asked whether anyone knew if Rila Fun Park was currently open or if it would be a wasted journey. Elica called them and confirmed their opening hours 💪.

Group Cover Photo Competition
Do you take great photos? The group cover photo competition is open and waiting for your entry.

My Glasses Broke Into Pieces, and I Need Some New Ones
Marie asked for recommendations for a local optician to buy some new glasses after her current pair broke. See where people suggested.

(The above posts are publicly accessible. You don’t need a Facebook account to view them.)

Local/Municipality News

Bansko Municipality Confirms Budget for 2025 
The local municipality has confirmed its budget of just under 6.3 million BGN to be allocated to various projects, including construction projects, replacing traffic lights at intersections, and repairing pavements and roads. Read more.

Bansko Celebrates International Children’s Day
Today (Sunday) is International Children’s Day, and Bansko hosted a number of events (see the photos here). This week, local schoolchildren shared their knowledge with visitors to the town’s museums in an effort to enhance learning and activities outside the classroom. Read more.

Municipality Promotes Local Electronics and Energy High School
The local municipality has announced four major areas of the curriculum for students who wish to join the local electronics and energy high school: Artificial Intelligence Programming, Computer Technology, Electric Vehicles, and Heating Technology. Read more.

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SAVE on your ticket to Bansko Nomad Fest this year. Head to the BNF website and get €25 off using the discount code buzz on this page.

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Events Next Week

Bansko Run Club
On Tuesday (3rd) at 6.30pm a few people in town will gather to go for a run together. They will meet at Altspace’s central location on Gotse Delchev Street and finish up at Pirin 75 for some well-deserved refreshments. More info.

Beginner Bachata Dance Classes
Kizomba Bansko is running a very beginner-level 1 Bachata dance course that starts on Tuesday (3rd) at Four Leaf Clover at 7pm. If you’ve always wanted to try this is a great opportunity. More info.

Biathlon For All
On Saturday 7th of June, there will be a biathlon event for people of all ages. A sporting competition that aims to bring together young and old, amateurs and professionals, to show that movement and sport are for everyone. The event will take place in the town square, and tickets are available to purchase online. More info.

It looks like the next Bansko Street Dogs’ quiz is being planned. It could be next Monday (9th) or towards the end of the month.

Photo of the Week

When the weather has mixed feelings, it produces a rainbow.

Tag @banskobuzz to get your photo in the Buzz.