Category: Eurovision

(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); The hope for another “Australian surprise” has vanished: the EBU officially confirmed that Canada and Kazakhstan, once considered for a historic debut in Vienna, will remain out.  what is preventing them from joining? All the details - Right here! One of the season’s most persistent Eurovision rumors was officially dispelled yesterday (Thursday). During a press conference, Eurovision Executive Supervisor Martin Green confirmed once and for all: Kazakhstan and Canada will not make their debut in Vienna for the 70th Eurovision anniversary celebrations. The reason, he explained, is that the deadline for new countries to join has passed, and it’s now too late to add participants this year. The announcement follows months of speculation about potential new countries joining the competition. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); It had been widely speculated that the EBU was planning a special gesture to mark Eurovision’s 70th anniversary, similar to how Australia was invited to participate for the first time at Eurovision 2015 during the contest’s 60th anniversary....

(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); The European Broadcasting Union unveiled the Eurovision 2026 live concert tour across ten cities—all in Western Europe. This exclusionary route raises questions about representation, unity, and the contest’s identity. Yesterday, the European Broadcasting Union (EBU) unveiled the first-ever Eurovision Song Contest live concert tour, celebrating the contest’s 70th anniversary. Ten cities across Europe will host concerts this summer, but one thing immediately stands out on the map — the Iron Curtain seems to remain alive and well in Europe, even in 2026. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Ignoring the East: A Risk to Eurovision’s Core The cities selected for the tour are located in the United Kingdom, Italy, Denmark, Sweden, Switzerland, Belgium, France, Germany, and the Netherlands — a country that, ironically, is not even participating in this year’s Eurovision, having withdrawn in protest over political disputes surrounding Israel’s participation. When plotted on a map, all the chosen cities form a solid stretch through Western Europe. None of the concerts...

(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Eurovision 2026 celebrates 70 years with its first-ever European live tour, bringing iconic artists and contest participants to major cities across Europe. Revealed today: the EBU has announced the first-ever live tour of the Eurovision Song Contest, marking 70 years of musical history. The tour will visit ten major European cities during the summer, inviting audiences to experience a live celebration with past stars and Eurovision 2026 participants. Live Performances with Eurovision Legends and Eurovision 2026 Participants According to an official announcement released moments ago, the live tour will feature performances by iconic artists who have created unforgettable moments across 70 years of Eurovision history, alongside ten participants from the Eurovision 2026 Grand Final, set to take place in May in Vienna, Austria’s capital. In addition, each concert will host different special guests, ensuring a unique, one-of-a-kind experience for ticket holders. The artists will perform their contest songs as well as cover versions of some of the most beloved tracks...

(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...

(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...

(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...