{"id":39898,"date":"2026-05-15T16:03:27","date_gmt":"2026-05-15T13:03:27","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/villamelnik.com\/july-melnik-2026\/"},"modified":"2026-06-05T16:58:46","modified_gmt":"2026-06-05T13:58:46","slug":"july-melnik-2026","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/villamelnik.com\/en\/july-melnik-2026\/","title":{"rendered":"July Melnik 2026: Music and Wine on the hill above the vineyards"},"content":{"rendered":"

Friends, adventurers, and free souls, it\u2019s time for the most magical night of the year!<\/em><\/p>\n

On the night of July 4th to July 5th, we invite you to July Melnik 2026<\/strong><\/em> on the hill overlooking Villa Melnik, where we will bid farewell to the sunset and welcome the first rays of the July sun together.<\/p>\n

A majestic 360-degree panorama over a sea of vineyards awaits us at the foothills of the Pirin, Belasitsa, Osogovo, Slavyanka, and Ograzhden mountains. The view is unforgettable, and the company is always warm-hearted.<\/p>\n

July Melnik 2026 Program<\/h4>\n
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  • 10:00 AM \u2013 6:30 PM (July 4th & 5th)<\/strong>: The winery will open during standard hours for wine tours and tastings. You can check out our various tasting packages here<\/a>.<\/li>\n
  • After 5:00 PM<\/strong>: Pitching tents and parking campers on the hill.<\/li>\n
  • After 6:00 PM:<\/strong> Outdoor sports, games, and art activities: badminton, kite flying, barrel painting, and more.<\/li>\n
  • After 6:00 PM:<\/strong> Wine bar and a delicious BBQ. In the morning, we’ll have aromatic coffee and croissants ready for breakfast.<\/li>\n
  • 9:00 PM:<\/strong> Live concert by Stefan Valdobrev and the usual suspect, Vesselin Vesselinov – Eko.
    \nWe\u2019ll start \u201cPo-poleka\u201d (Take it easy) so we can sing at the top of our lungs over this \u201ccoast of the greenest color.\u201d Put on your \u201cwhite sneakers,\u201d grab your \u201cfaded jeans,\u201d and come see for yourself that the sky over Villa Melnik is pure \u201cParadise\u201d! (n.b. references to Stefan Valdobrev’s most famous hit songs).<\/li>\n
  • After-Party:<\/strong> The band Black Rose from Blagoevgrad is back to rock out with rock classics, favorite hits, and original music.<\/li>\n
  • Until Sunrise:<\/strong> DJ party into the early hours, a campfire at dawn, and Uriah Heep\u2019s legendary anthem to welcome the sunrise in proper style.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
    Important Information:<\/strong><\/h5>\n
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    • Hill Admission:<\/strong> Free!<\/li>\n
    • Camping & Accommodation:<\/strong> Everyone is welcome with tents, campers, caravans, or just sleeping bags. Camping is highly recommended to fully experience the magic of a night under the stars. There is no fee for the camping area. Kids and pets are more than welcome!<\/li>\n
    • Reservations:<\/strong> There is no guest limit, but we would highly appreciate it if you could RSVP by calling +359 884 840 320<\/em> or emailing us at office@villamelnik.com<\/em> so we can prepare accordingly.<\/li>\n
    • Rules:<\/strong> Lighting individual fires is strictly forbidden (we will take care of the main communal campfire). Bringing outside alcohol not purchased from the winery is not allowed.<\/li>\n
    • Handy Tips:<\/strong> Bring a flashlight or headlamp for evening walks, a warm jacket for the night, comfortable closed-toe shoes, mosquito repellent, and sunscreen.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

      Come celebrate summer and freedom with a glass of wine in hand!<\/em><\/p>\n

      Join the Facebook Event<\/a> for more updates.<\/p>\n

      Watch the recap video from July Melnik 2025:<\/p>\n