The Eurovision Song Contest 2026 will mark the 70th edition of the event, set to take place in Austria following JJ’s victory in 2025 with the song “Wasted Love.” The contest is scheduled for May 2026, with specific dates yet to be announced.
Host City Bidding Process
Several Austrian cities have expressed interest in hosting the event:
Vienna: Having hosted in 2015 and 1967, Vienna is a strong contender due to its experience and infrastructure.
Graz: The city is considering a bid, with potential venues like Stadthalle Graz and Schwarzl-Freizeitzentrum.
Innsbruck: Plans to bid with the Olympiahalle as the venue.
Wels: Intends to bid with a new exhibition hall set to replace the current Messe Wels, scheduled for completion by March 2026.
Oberwart: Has also expressed interest in hosting the event.
Cities like Klagenfurt and Salzburg have ruled out bids due to financial constraints and venue availability.
Confirmed Participants
As of May 2025, the following countries have confirmed their participation:
Other countries, including Andorra and Australia, have shown interest but have not yet confirmed their participation.
Ticket Information
Tickets for Eurovision 2026 are expected to go on sale in late 2025. Fans are advised to stay updated through official channels for announcements regarding ticket sales.
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Additional Events
“Eurovision in Concert,” a pre-Eurovision event, is set to return to Amsterdam on April 11, 2026, providing fans an opportunity to see participating artists perform ahead of the main contest.
For the latest updates on Eurovision 2026, including host city announcements and participant confirmations, stay tuned to official Eurovision channels and news outlets, like this one.
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