Latvian broadcaster LSM confirmed the country will participate in Eurovision 2026.
Latvia will select an artist and a song via “Supernova 2026″
“Supernova 2026” – Known Details
The competition will consist of two semi-finals (which may be reduced to one) and a grand final.
The shows will take place between January and February 2026. The final will be held of February 14th, 2026.
Registration can be made online here
The submission window opened today (August 1st, 2025) and will close on October 1st, 2025.
The selection committee (composed of independent music and entertainment industry experts) will shortlist up to 20 songs.
The jury will evaluate the songs’ originality, arrangement, message, and compliance with modern market trends. The jury will also relate to vocal abilities and potential to compete in the international competition.
Up to 10 artists will compete in each semi-final. 11 artists will qualify for the final (including wildcard).
The results of each show will be based on a combination of jury and public vote.
The performer must hold Latvian citizenship (either live in Latvia or abroad) or live in Latvia.
The performer must be at least 16 years old.
Foreign writers/producers/composers are welcome, as long as their contribution is up to 49%.
The songs mustn’t be released before September 1st, 2025,
Tautumeitas represented Latvia in Eurovision 2025
They performed “Bur Man Laimi” and ended in 13th place
Eurovision 2026 will be held in Austria in May 2026