Kota Bilo 2026
Program
Day 1
Saturday 12 September
Official Opening of Kota Bilo +26
Festive opening with welcome words from the organizers, program overview, and a live demonstration from the championship participants.
Discipline 1: Anatomy of the Joint
Individual competition — crafting complex structural wooden joints with micron-level precision. Only hand saws and chisels permitted.
Discipline 2: Surface and Geometry
Individual competition — masterful hand planing of solid beams to perfect smoothness and natural pore closure without chemicals.
Lecture Panel — Day 1
Specialized presentations from partners and exhibitors in the sustainable construction, innovative materials, and traditional techniques sectors.
Heritage Zone — Family Activities
Masterclasses — Live Demonstrations
Proven masters pass on authentic knowledge live — specific wood processing techniques and methods, accessible to every visitor.
Day 2
Sunday 13 September
Start of Day Two
Official start of day two of Kota Bilo +26. Review of Day 1 results and introduction to the team final "Structural Rise".
Discipline 3: Structural Rise (team)
Spectacular team finale — erecting a large-scale timber structure (roof truss or facade module) using only ropes, classical mechanics, and wooden pegs. No metal fasteners.
Lecture Panel — Day 2
Second panel of specialized lectures, company presentations, and masterclasses — new topics, new speakers, a fresh perspective on sustainable architecture.
Heritage Zone — Day 2
B2B / B2C Business Meetings
Structured meetings between business representatives, masters, investors, and visitors. Exhibition area, product testing, and direct contacts all in one place.
Award Ceremony
Official awards ceremony for the winners and all participants of the National Timber Carpentry Championship "Kota Bilo +26".
Official Closing of Kota Bilo +26
The official announcement of "Kota Bilo" as an annual timber carpentry forum in Bulgaria. See you next year!