Programme overview

PBI 2025 

20-22 October 2025, Sofia

Programme overview

20 October, Monday

Welcome Event (in the evening, exact time TBC) 

BNR welcomes you to Sofia!

A Welcome Cocktail for the delegates will be held in the Military Club – located in the heart of Sofia, a walking distance from the event venue and the recommended partner hotels. 

21 October, Tuesday

Official Opening and Full-day Conference

This day is dedicated to high-level sessions and important trend media topics (which will include sessions dedicated to Innovation, Existential Challenges for Public Service Media, Youth Engagement, AI, Promoting PSM Value, and others).

Official dinner

Delegates will have the opportunity to visit a traditional Bulgarian restaurant and try typical dishes from our country. The restaurant “Vodenitzata” is located in the outskirts of Sofia, on Vitosha Mountain (transport with busses will be provided).

22 October, Wednesday

Half-day Conference

The second day of the Conference will focus on more strategic sessions and discussions. The Conference is expected to end at lunchtime.

Cultural Programme 

A guided tour of Sofia’s main landmarks and historical sites will be offered in the afternoon hours.

*More information on the programme and the speakers will be published on this website in the coming weeks