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Austria to Close Eurovision 2026 Grand Final in Vienna – Auri Mascot Unveiled

March 17, 2026 by Talya Raviv Comment Closed

(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Austria will perform last at the Eurovision 2026 Grand Final after a dramatic draw in Vienna, with new mascot Auri unveiled and fresh insights from the Heads of Delegation meeting. As part of the Heads of Delegation Meeting for Eurovision 2026, held recently in Vienna, it was officially announced that Austria will perform as the 25th and final act in the Grand Final following a live draw. The draw was conducted by the contest’s newly revealed mascot, Auri, who randomly selected the final performance slot - securing the host nation the prestigious closing position on May 16th. Austria, as the host country of Eurovision 2026, automatically qualifies for the Grand Final along with the "Big 4" – the four main financial contributors to the contest. Austrian represantative will be COSMÓ with the song “Tanzschein”. Performing last in the running order is widely considered one of the most advantageous positions, giving Austria a strategic edge in the final ranking. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Auri: The New...

Eurovision 2026: Ticket Sales for the EuroClub Begin on March 18th

March 17, 2026 by Ilay Gaist Comment Closed

(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Ticket sales for the EuroClub 2026 will begin tomorrow, March 18th, 2026, at 18:00 CET. How to order tickets? How much will they cost? All the details - Below! As every year, ahead of Eurovision 2026, the host city Vienna is launching its Eurovision party week, expected to take place at the EuroClub between May 11th and May 16th, 2026. Ticket sales for the EuroClub will open tomorrow (Wednesday), March 18th, at 18:00 CET for six parties throughout Eurovision week. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); This year, the EuroClub will take place at Prater DOME in Vienna, Austria, located near the city’s famous Ferris wheel. All parties will begin at 22:00 CET and continue late into the night. Ticket Purchases and Pricing Tickets for the EuroClub can be purchased through the website euro-club.at. Below are the planned events and prices per ticket: Opening Night – Monday, May 11th, 2026 – €20 Ice Night – Tuesday, May 12th, 2026 – €20 Pink Night – Wednesday, May 13th, 2026...

Cracked the Formula: Why Finland Stays Top in Eurovision 2026 Betting Odds

March 17, 2026 by Talya RavivNo Comments

(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Finland's Linda Lampenius & Pete Parkkonen lead Eurovision 2026 odds with "Liekinheitin" at 30%. Discover the formula fueling their Vienna triumph potential. In less than two months, Eurovision 2026 will kick off in Vienna, Austria. Preparations are in full swing, and all 35 entries have begun intensive rehearsals for their performance on Europe's grandest stage. As every year, one element captivates fans in the pre-contest period above all: the betting odds table. Throughout the Eurovision season, this table carries immense weight, and after all songs are unveiled, it serves as a key mirror reflecting the coveted contest's likely outcomes. Plenty of strong, worthy songs compete, but the current picture is clear: from the outset, one nation has dominated the top position. Linda Lampenius x Pete Parkkonen, Finland's representatives with the song "Liekinheitin", are surging in percentages and appear poised to claim the trophy in Vienna. We set out to uncover what lies behind the song's success and what the current betting percentages indicate...

Eurovision Scandals: The Dirty Secrets of the Contest’s Early Years

March 14, 2026April 9, 2026 by Oscar Diefenthal Comment Closed

(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); A journey behind the scenes of Eurovision: from the Swiss “arrangement” of 1956 to the dictator who bribed judges. The first chapter of the “Eurodrama Files” series exposing the contest’s dirtiest secrets. 70 years ago, in a small casino hall in Lugano, Switzerland, only seven countries gathered for a modest song competition that was broadcast almost entirely on radio. No Finnish monsters, no smoke machines, and no glass trophies shattering live on air. Seven decades later, the Eurovision Song Contest is far more than just a music competition it has become one of the world’s largest pop-culture phenomena. To mark the contest’s 70th anniversary, EuroMix editorial team members Roie Ben Hoor, Talya Raviv, and Oscar Diefenthal embarked on a journey through the archives to bring you the most fascinating stories from Eurovision’s past. In every episode of this series, we will open a different “file” and revisit the biggest, strangest, and most unforgettable moments that shaped the history of...

Eurovision 2026 Odds: These Are the 10 Countries Favoured to Win

March 12, 2026 by Ilay GaistNo Comments

(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Eurovision 2026: All contest songs have been revealed, and one country still holds the lead in the betting odds! Which countries are leading? This is the current state of the betting tables. The list of competing songs in Eurovision 2026 has been completed, and all 35 songs were unveiled yesterday (Wed) for listening! With the release of the songs, the betting table is stabilizing and providing a clearer picture of who has a chance to win the contest and who is expected to miss out on the final. The betting tables now carry significant weight as a tool for predicting the results of the contest, which will be held in May in Vienna, Austria. The betting will close in parallel with the broadcast of the Eurovision Grand Final, which will be held on May 16th. The full betting table is at the bottom of the article! (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Who Are the Top 10 Countries Competing...

Eurovision 2026: All 35 Artists and Songs Revealed

March 11, 2026 by Talya Raviv Comment Closed

(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); After a long season of national selections, internal choices and pre-contests across the continent, the 35 artists and songs competing at Eurovision 2026 in Vienna have been revealed. Listen to all the entries. All 35 participating entries for Eurovision 2026 set to take place in Vienna, Austria have now been published! Thirty‑five countries and their acts from across Europe and Australia have been selected over the last five months, officially kicking off the contest season. A long run of internal selections, national finals and intense debates over Israel’s participation - which even led to the withdrawal of Iceland, Ireland, the Netherlands, Slovenia and Spain - has now come to an end. Over the past half‑year, all participating countries gradually unveiled or chose their representatives for the upcoming May contest. Thirty countries will compete in two semi‑finals, held on May 12th and May 14th, aiming to qualify for the grand final on May 16th. They will join the four biggest financial contributors – Italy, the...

Listen: Noam Bettan Reveald His Entry “Michelle” For Eurovision 2026

March 5, 2026March 5, 2026 by Adiel ShtainmetzNo Comments

(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Israel at Eurovision 2026: Noam Bettan revealed the song "Michelle", which he'll perform on the Eurovision stage in May. Listen to the song. "Michelle" is the title of the song to be performed by singer Noam Bettan, who will represent Israel in the second half of the first semifinal of the Eurovision Song Contest 2026, to be held on May 12 in Vienna, Austria. The song was written by Yuval Raphael, Tzlil Klifi, and Nadav Aharoni - three prominent figures in the Israeli music scene, with Yuval Raphael, who represented Israel in the previous Eurovision as a singer. Noam Bettan also joined the list of lyricists. The Israeli entry for Eurovision was revealed this evening during a special broadcast aired on the Israeli Public Broadcaster, KAN 11. The show featured the song’s creators alongside members of the selection committee who chose Israel’s entry for the contest. Hila Korach hosted the event, and during the broadcast, Bettan performed with Yuval Raphael...

Tonight at 20:30 CET: Israel’s Eurovision 2026 Song Reveal – “Michelle” by Noam Bettan

March 5, 2026 by Talya RavivNo Comments

(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Tonight at 20:30 CET: Israel's Eurovision 2026 song "Michelle", performed by reprasentative Noam Bettan, will be reveald on a special broadcast on KAN. All the details - below! Tonight, following the evening news, Israel’s national broadcaster KAN will air a special international broadcast revealing Noam Bettan’s Eurovision 2026 entry, “Michelle”. The event will follow an adjusted format due to ongoing regional tensions. Unlike the original plan, the show will take place without a live studio audience, maintaining a more intimate presentation. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Exclusive song and video reveal Broadcasting from the Neve Ilan studios, Bettan will unveil the official music video for “Michelle”, produced in recent weeks under strict secrecy by his creative team. An exclusive interview with the singer will follow, where he will share his emotions and thoughts ahead of representing his country on the international stage in Vienna, Austria. A broadcast adapted to the security situation The show will comply with emergency guidelines issued by Israeli authorities and will be able to...

Under a War: Israel’s Eurovision 2026 Song Reveal Broadcast to Be Held in Special Format

March 3, 2026 by Ilay GaistNo Comments

(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Due to the ongoing war with Iran and the security situation, KAN 11 announced that Noam Bettan’s Eurovision 2026 song reveal will be broadcast this Thursday without a studio audience and in a special format. All the broadcast details - Below. The tense security situation and the ongoing war with Iran continue to impact Israel’s broadcasting schedule — and even Eurovision must adapt to the new reality. The Israeli national broadcaster KAN confirmed today that Israel’s song reveal for Eurovision 2026, scheduled for this Thursday, will be broadcast in a special format. Contrary to the original plans, the show will be filmed and aired without a live studio audience. Despite the difficult circumstances and the tense atmosphere in the country, the broadcaster decided not to postpone the broadcast, aiming to offer viewers a moment of escapism, music, and national pride. During the special program on KAN 11, Noam Bettan, Israel’s representative for Eurovision 2026 and winner of “HaKokhav HaBa”, will unveil for the...

Eurovision 2026: 500 Guards Secure Vienna Venue

March 2, 2026 by Talya Raviv Comment Closed

(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Thorough security checks, 500 guards and upgraded infrastructure: Wiener Stadthalle is being transformed into a highly protected venue to ensure a safe and smooth Eurovision 2026 experience for all visitors. Recently, Austrian authorities and the European Broadcasting Union (EBU) announced that they have decided to step up preparations and deploy a reinforced security operation in the area of the Wiener Stadthalle, which will host the semi‑finals and the Grand Final. The security arrangements will far exceed the minimum requirements and are designed to address the heightened protest climate that has surrounded the contest in the past two years. The move follows the exposure of shocking attempted attacks during Eurovision 2025, held in Basel, Switzerland, and will include a significantly increased police presence in the area to ensure the full safety of everyone inside the arena. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Preparations in full swing: how Vienna is gearing up Extensive demonstrations connected to the contest have taken place around Europe over...