Hills of Rock

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MusicPlovdiv
DatesDates TBA · Usually JulyCheck locally before booking
DurationSummerEstimate from available data
Crowd-Public scale varies
Best forLive music, late nightsThe venue is the standout feature: a
LanguageLocal language; English access variesCurrency: BGN
CategoryMusicFestival type
The story

Hills of Rock in Plovdiv

A three-day summer rock and metal festival staged on the grounds of Plovdiv's Rowing Canal, launched in 2017 and grown into Bulgaria's largest event dedicated to the genre. International touring acts headline alongside camping packages built into ticket sales, with the festival positioned as a companion to Plovdiv's Roman and Ottoman-era old town rather than a stand-alone destination.

Plovdiv's Rowing Canal, built for competitive rowing, doubles every July as the stage for Bulgaria's largest rock and metal festival.
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What is special

The part that makes it specific.

01

The place changes

The venue is the standout feature: a competitive rowing canal with long grandstands and open embankments, repurposed for three days into stages, camping grounds and food areas rather than a conventional fairground or stadium

02

The mystery stays covered

Since its 2017 launch the festival has built a reputation for booking substantial international rock and metal acts rather than relying on a domestic bill, giving it a scale unusual for a Bulgarian festival of its genre

03

The city starts moving

Multi-night camping packages are sold directly alongside show tickets, and the site's distance from Plovdiv's historic core means most attendees treat the festival as one leg of a longer city visit rather than an isolated event

Traditions & symbols

The language of the festival.

Symbols

Custom

Hills of Rock is documented as a recurring music festival in the Eventisimus atlas.

Participation

Calendar

Some moments are open to visitors; others belong to local participants. Follow barriers, steward instructions, and local etiquette.

Place memory

Place

The strongest version of the event is the one tied to Plovdiv, not a generic copy of the same category elsewhere.

The local code

Meaning

The venue is the standout feature: a competitive rowing canal with long grandstands and open embankments, repurposed for three days into stages...

Before you go

Essential information

When to go

Dates TBA · Usually July

Getting around

Hills of Rock is easier when the venue, route and way back from Plovdiv are chosen before the day starts.

What to wear

Festival wear suited to open-air summer heat by day and cooler nights: breathable clothing, sun protection, and closed-toe shoes for standing on gravel and grass.

Safety

Hills of Rock is easier with a small bag, charged phone and group plan that survives poor signal.

Where to stay

For peak dates, book flexible lodging near reliable routes into and out of Plovdiv.

Tickets/cost

Official ticket link is available. Confirm access rules before booking.

Language/currency

BGN

Family friendly

unknown

Interactive map42.15 N, 24.75 EOpen in Google Maps

Plovdiv, Plovdiv, Bulgaria

Nearest airportPDV — Plovdiv
TransportHills of Rock is easier when the venue, route and way back from Plovdiv are chosen before the day starts.
Stay areaFor peak dates, book flexible lodging near reliable routes into and out of Plovdiv.

Your Trip Starts Here

External travel services to turn the plan into a trip — each opens in a new tab.

How to get thereRoutes, times and prices to Plovdiv via local transport.Search routesFind a place to stayStays near Plovdiv, close enough for the event-day route.Browse staysFind flightsCompare fares into the nearest practical airport for July.Compare faresFestival gearFestival wear suited to open-air summer heat by day and cooler nights: breathable clothing, sun protection, and closed-toe shoes for standing on gravel and grass.Shop the kitCheck visa requirementsSee whether you need a visa for Bulgaria and apply online.Check entry rulesTravel insuranceCover for trip hiccups, gear and health on the road.Get covered

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FAQ

Quick answers.

When is Hills of Rock?

Hills of Rock is listed for July · Summer. Always re-check the official or local source close to travel.

Where does Hills of Rock take place?

The festival is listed in Plovdiv, Bulgaria. The map coordinate is a planning reference, not a guarantee of a ticket gate or exact venue.

How long should I plan for?

Summer is the listed festival span. Add time for arrival, local transport, queues, and any route changes during the event.

Is a source linked?

Official source linked. Eventisimus separates source confidence from travel suggestions, so check final details before booking.

Where exactly is it?

Plovdiv, Plovdiv, Bulgaria

Is it family friendly?

unknown

Sources and editorial review

About this guide

This guide is independently written by Eventisimus using publicly available information, official event and organiser sources where available, local tourism references, and additional editorial research. Eventisimus is not the official organiser of this festival and is not affiliated with it unless explicitly stated.

Festival dates, schedules, ticket conditions, access rules, and local arrangements can change. We aim to present useful and accurate information, but travelers should confirm important details with the official event source before booking transport, accommodation, or tickets.

Found something inaccurate or outdated? Email hello@eventisimus.com with the festival page link and the correction.

Official URLhillsofrock.com
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SourceSource link available
Listed datesDates TBA · Usually July
Source statusOfficial source linked
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