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Eurovision 2026: Grand Final Tickets Sold Out in Just 14 Minutes!

January 13, 2026 by Rachel Geron Comment Closed

(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Ticket sales for the 70th Eurovision Song Contest, set to take place in Vienna, Austria, have shattered records: all Grand Final and Semi-Final tickets in the first sales round sold out within minutes, with one of the largest venues in the Contest’s history expected to be filled to capacity. This afternoon, at 13:00 CET, the first round of ticket sales for Eurovision 2026 officially opened - and ended faster than anyone could have imagined. This was only the first wave of tickets released, and the overwhelming demand once again highlights Eurovision’s status as Europe’s biggest and most exciting cultural event. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); A Historic and Hysterical Event Eurovision 2026 may still be months away, but excitement surrounding the Contest’s 70th anniversary is already at its peak. The extraordinary demand for tickets to the Vienna shows turned the sales launch into an event in its own right, with all nine shows selling out at record speed. The Grand Final...

Ukraine: The List of Participants for “Vidbir 2026” Is Complete

January 13, 2026 by Oscar Diefenthal Comment Closed

(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Ukraine completes its "Vidbir 2026" lineup as Suspilne announces the final qualifier for the national final ahead of Eurovision in Vienna. Ukraine’s national broadcaster, Suspilne, which oversees “Vidbir 2026”, has recently revealed that the winner of the final entry ticket to the national final, scheduled for February 7th, is KHAYAT, with his song “Hertzi”, after receiving approximately 32.41% of the public vote. Second place in the audience vote went to MON FIA with her song "Do You Hear Me?", which secured 17.31% of the votes, while Marta Adamchuk finished third with the song "Silvered Pines", earning around 15.36% of the total votes. The remaining nine competing songs in the national selection will be revealed on January 15th, at 18:00 CET. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); View this post on Instagram As previously reported, out of 15 final candidates, nine artists were initially selected and revealed as finalists for the Ukrainian national final. The six songs that did not qualify directly...

Conchita Wurst: “I Am Stepping Away from the Eurovision World”

January 13, 2026 by Oscar Diefenthal Comment Closed

(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Conchita Wurst announces her departure from the Eurovision world, ending a decade-long association after her landmark 2014 victory and cultural impact. Many Eurovision fans had hoped for the return of Eurovision 2014 winner Conchita Wurst as a host of Eurovision 2026 in her home country, Austria. However, in a recent post shared on social media, the singer made it clear that she does not intend to return to the Eurovision arena in any capacity, effectively dismissing ongoing rumors. Conchita won the contest with the iconic song "Rise Like A Phoenix" and is portrayed as a drag persona by Austrian singer Thomas Neuwirth. The announcement contradicts remarks she made just a week earlier in an interview with the German magazine BUNTE, where she had officially confirmed a return to the Eurovision world, although without specifying in which role. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); “The Person I Became – Thanks to Eurovision” In the statement published by Neuwirth...

Eurovision 2026: Ticket Sales Begin Today at 13:00 CET!

January 13, 2026 by Noy Yehoyada Comment Closed

(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Today at 13:00 CET, the first round of ticket sales for Eurovision 2026 in Vienna, Austria, will commence. How to order a ticket? How much does a ticket cost? All details in the article. This afternoon at 13:00 CET, the first round of ticket sales for the Eurovision Song Contest 2026 will begin. This marks the first batch of tickets made available for purchase. This year, as in the previous one, fans who wished to buy tickets were first required to register for the ticket mailing list through Oeticket, along with registering on the new Eurovision website and creating a Eurofan account. The purpose of this registration process is to prevent ticket resales - a common issue that makes it difficult for many fans to obtain tickets to live shows. The early registration period has already closed, which was open until December 18, 2025, at 23:59 CET. Tickets cannot be purchased without prior registration. To purchase a ticket – click here! (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); The...

Eurovision 2026: Watch the Results of the Semi-Finals Draw!

January 12, 2026January 12, 2026 by Aviad Berger Comment Closed

(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Following the recent semi-final draw, it was determined what countries will participate in each semi-final of Eurovision 2026 in Vienna. Watch the full draw results below The traditional Eurovision host city exchange ceremony took place between Basel and Vienna. Conradin Cramer, Head of Government of the Canton of Basel-Stadt, handed over the Eurovision insignia to Michael Ludwig, the Mayor of Vienna. The ceremony was hosted by news presenter Alexandra Maritza Wachter along with Cesár Sampson, Austria's 2018 representetive at Eurovision, who achived 3rd place. This annual ceremony marks the symbolic transfer of hosting responsibilities from the previous host city to the new one. Moreover, during the semi-final draw, it was decided for each country in which Semi final of Eurovision 2026 they'll perform. The exact position for each country will be determined by the Eurovision production team based on the style of the songs relative to the other selected entries over the next two months. This strategic positioning aims...

Sweden: The Running Order Of Melodifestivalen 2026 Have Been Revealed!

January 12, 2026January 13, 2026 by Adiel Shtainmetz Comment Closed

(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); The Swedish Broadcaster SVT has revealed the running order of the songs competing in Melodifestivalen 2026. The winner of the selection will represent Sweden at the contest, which will take place in Vienna, Austria. SVT officially unveiled today (Monday) the running order of the songs competing in Melodifestivalen 2026, which will determine who earns the right to represent Sweden at Eurovision 2026 to be held in Vienna, Austria. Thirty artists, revealed about two and a half months ago, will compete in five different heats. The heats will be held weekly, every Saturday. The first heat will take place on January 31, while the thrilling grand final be held on March 7. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); First Heat - 31st January: Greczula - "Half Of Me" Andreas Werling, Karl Ivert, Kian Sang, Kristofer Greczula Jacqline - "Woman" Dino Medanhodzic, Jimmy Jansson, Moa "Cazzi Opeia" Carlebecker, Thomas G:son Noll2 - "Drunk Words" Fredrik Andersson, Jakob Westerlund, Wilmer Öberg Junior Lerin - "Copacabana Boy" Fredrik Andersson Indra - "Beautiful Lie" Anderz...

Tonight at 19:00 CET: Eurovision Song Contest 2026 Semi-Final Allocation Draw

January 12, 2026 by Aviad Berger Comment Closed

(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Watch: Tonight at 19:00 CET, the Semi-Final Allocation Draw for Eurovision 2026 will take place. At the end of the draw, the participating countries will be allocated to the two semi-finals. A link to watch the broadcast is below! Tonight at 19:00 CET , the allocation draw for the semi-finals will take place, at the end of which it will be revealed which country will compete in which semi final, the first or second semi-final. As every year, the European Broadcasting Union (EBU) conducts an allocation draw to determine the semi-final participation of the competing countries. This year, following the withdrawal of the Netherlands, Slovenia, Spain, Ireland, and Iceland, 30 countries are expected to compete in the two semi-finals and were divided into five different pots (with the sixth pot consisting of countries automatically qualified for the Grand Final). The allocation is based on historical voting patterns between countries over the years and is intended to reduce neighbor...

HaKokhav HaBa – Episode 29: Agam Hazan Is the Fourteenth Contestant Eliminated From the Show

January 11, 2026January 12, 2026 by Ilay Gaist Comment Closed

(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Agam Hazan is the fourteenth contestant to bid farewell to HaKokhav HaBa. 7 contestants remain in the race, including Michael HarPaz, Alona Erez, Nave Levi, and Noam Bettan. Full recap of Episode 29. In 9 days, the grand finale of "HaKokhav HaBa for Eurovision 2026" will take place, featuring four finalists. The winner of the competition will represent Israel at the Eurovision Song Contest 2026, which will be held in Vienna, Austria, on May 12th, 14th, and 16th. 8 contestants remain in the competition so far, but by the end of tonight’s episode, only the top 7 will continue. The episode aired this evening was the second of two in the Shlomo Artzi special, in which each contestant chose a song by one of Israel’s leading singers, who also represented the country at Eurovision 1975 with his song "At VaAni". During the episode, the show’s judges performed Shlomo Artzi’s song “Lo Ozev Et Ha'Ir”. Toward the end of the episode, singer Amir Benayoun joined the judging panel, replacing Itay...

Yuval Raphael Reveals: “I Faced Hate from Every Direction”

January 11, 2026 by Ilay Gaist Comment Closed

(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Yuval Raphael reveals everything: from online hate and death threats to winning the public vote and confronting global controversy face-to-face. Yuval Raphael — Israel’s representative at Eurovision 2025 — finished second with her song "New Day Will Rise". In an interview with "Daily Mail", she laid all her cards on the table - from her take on Nemo’s provocation and the trophy return to death threats and the emotional high of winning the public vote. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Love and Hate: Yuval Raphael’s Rollercoaster Yuval begins the interview with her heroic story from October 7th, describing how she survived in a shelter she calls “the bunker of death”, and how, just 18 months later, she found herself on the world’s biggest stage. She says that even there, pro-Palestinian activism followed her: “The love in my heart guided me, even when I was surrounded by hate from all sides—hate aimed at my people, rooted in a distorted perception...

Greece: “Sing for Greece 2026” Postponed to the Second Week of February

January 11, 2026 by Ilay Gaist Comment Closed

(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); According to Greek media, "Sing For Greece 2026", originally set for February 3rd, 5th, and 7th, has been postponed by a week. Will Greece join the four shows held on Valentine’s Day? According to Greek media, "Sing For Greece 2026" - originally planned for February 3rd, 5th, and 7th - has been rescheduled to the following week. The national final will feature two semi-finals and a grand final, with the winner representing Greece at Eurovision 2026 in Vienna, Austria. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Greek media reported that the national broadcaster decided to delay the "Sing For Greece 2026" shows, which were originally scheduled for February 3rd, 5th, and 7th. According to the reports, organizers wanted to avoid holding the event on February 14th - Valentine’s Day - which already features four other national finals (Poland, Denmark, Latvia and Estonia), and to steer clear of the Greek holiday Tsiknopempti, which falls on that Thursday, February 12th....