EBU and ORF reveal 95,000 tickets sold for Eurovision 2026 to fans from 75 countries, including the non-European countries, and surprising ones.
Vienna is busily preparing for the 70th edition of the Eurovision Song Contest! In less than two weeks, the famous “Te Deum” melody will resonate within the Wiener Stadthalle, and today (Wednesday), the EBU and the Austrian national broadcaster ORF released the official ticket sales data. The conclusion is clear: Eurovision is becoming a more powerful global phenomenon.
The Numbers Behind the Celebration
According to the data, 95,000 tickets were sold for the nine shows (Jury rehearsals, Family shows, Semi-finals, and the Grand Final). While the host country, Austria, holds 58% of the tickets, a surprisingly high figure comes from the international arena: 42% of the audience in the arena will travel from outside Austria.
The top 10 countries that purchased the most tickets are:
- Austria
- Germany
- United Kingdom
- Switzerland
- United States
- France
- Australia
- Czechia
- Slovakia
- Netherlands
It is interesting to see that among the top ticket-purchasing nations, there are countries that do not participate in the contest, and even non-European ones. Countries like the United States and Australia continue to secure spots in the top ten, testifying to the strength of the “Eurovision” brand outside the continent. The Netherlands, whose national broadcaster withdrew from Eurovision last December in protest against the participation of Israel in the contest, is also among the top ten purchasing countries. Another surprising country on the list is Slovakia, which has a small population and has not participated in Eurovision since 2012.
From Asia to South America
This year features extraordinary representation from distant countries. Fans will arrive in Vienna from Brazil, Mexico, Japan, South Africa, and even the UAE. Even smaller nations such as the Solomon Islands, Paraguay, and Sri Lanka will be represented in the crowd.
Martin Green CBE, Director of the Eurovision Song Contest for the EBU, commented on the high Asian presence: “What makes the Eurovision Song Contest so special is the way it brings people together, United by Music, and these figures really bring that to life. To see fans travelling from more than 70 countries – from across Europe and as far away as New Zealand, the Americas and beyond – is incredible. And it’s great to see so many ticket buyers from Asia as we get ready for the exciting launch of Eurovision Song Contest Asia in November. There’s a real sense of joy in knowing that people from all over the world will come together in Vienna to celebrate music, culture and connection. The Eurovision Song Contest isn’t just watched globally – it’s experienced globally, and this year Vienna will truly be at the heart of that.”
Michael Krön, Executive Producer for the Austrian national broadcaster ORF, added: “Welcoming fans from more than 70 countries to Vienna highlights the extraordinary reach and enduring significance of the Eurovision Song Contest. For us as Host Broadcaster, it is both an honour and a privilege that so many people from around the world want to experience this anniversary edition live. Working closely with the City of Vienna and the EBU, our team is committed to ensuring a well‑organized, safe and truly memorable Eurovision week for everyone involved.”
What Awaits Us in Vienna?
The entire city of Vienna will be in a festive mood. Aside from the performances in the hall, the Eurovision Village will be established at Rathausplatz and will offer live performances and giant screens. Norbert Kettner, CEO of the Vienna Tourist Board, promises: “Vienna moves Europe and welcomes the world – and there is no better stage to prove it than the 70th Eurovision Song Contest. The city has always been a place of dialogue, a place where the world comes together through music. For this anniversary edition, the Wiener Stadthalle will become a festival arena like no other – but the experience goes far beyond the stage. From the Eurovision Village at Rathausplatz to cultural events across the city and public screenings, it will be a true host city experience that brings Eurovision to every corner of the city. Vienna has something to offer for everyone.“
If you were planning on a last-minute trip, take note: a very limited number of tickets are currently available on the official website.
Eurovision 2026: Eurovision 2026, the 70th edition of the contest, will take place in Austria following the country’s third victory with the song “Wasted Love,” performed by JJ. This will mark the third time Austria hosts the competition, after previously doing so in 1967 and 2015.
