Around seven million people are eligible to vote. About half that number is expected to appear at voting stations around the country. The two main candidates are the incumbent Iliana Iotova and the pro-EU opposition figure Andrey Gyurov. All past presidential elections have proceeded to a runoff vote, meaning the election will likely continue to the second round of voting scheduled for November 1. Traffic during the day will be concentrated near designated voting stations.

The International AI Summit is scheduled for October 14 at the Royal Dublin Society, beginning at 8:00 AM. The summit will serve as the opening event of European AI Innovation Month, with government officials, international delegates, and CEOs from around the world expected to attend. The event is scheduled to conclude at approximately 6:00 PM. Increased attendance and potential security measures may result in localized traffic congestion, public transportation disruptions, and travel delays near the venue. 

The Bulgarian National Institute of Meteorology and Hydrology (NIMH) issued an Orange warning, indicating a moderate to severe safety risk. Heavy rainfall across the Varna, Burgas, Haskovo, Kardzhali, Shumen, Smolyan, & Yambol territories is expected to disrupt travel and public services. Yellow warnings are in effect for all other regions in Bulgaria, indicating a moderate safety risk. Most rainfall will occur from October 13-14. Expect severe flooding and travel disruptions.