Eurovision 2026 Kicks Off: EuroMix Heads to Vienna With Full On-Ground Coverage

Eurovision 2026 Kicks Off: EuroMix Heads to Vienna With Full On-Ground Coverage

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(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); As delegations arrive in Vienna and rehearsals begin, EuroMix joins the action with live updates, interviews, and exclusive behind-the-scenes content throughout Eurovision 2026. Eurovision 2026 season has officially begun. With just two weeks to go until the Grand Final, delegations from across Europe are already arriving in Austria. As the city prepares to host Eurovision 2026 The EuroMix team will also be heading to Vienna in the coming days. Join us for full coverage from the ground, including live updates, interviews, and exclusive content throughout the competition. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); The moment we have all been waiting for has arrived and the Eurovision season is officially underway. The eyes of Europe and Eurovision fans around the world are now on Vienna, as it fills with delegations from across the continent and with the first rehearsals on the main stage set to begin in the coming hours, it is now official: Eurovision 2026 has begun. Among those joining the artists...
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Eurovision 2026: Leléka Reveals Staging Secrets for Ukraine

Eurovision 2026: Leléka Reveals Staging Secrets for Ukraine

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 (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Ukrainian national broadcaster confirms Illya Dutsyk as director for Leléka’s Eurovision 2026 entry "Ridnym", promising brand-new staging and special effects in Vienna. Eurovision month has officially arrived, and preparations for Eurovision 2026 in Vienna are reaching full speed. The Ukrainian national broadcaster, Suspilne, released official and intriguing details today, May 1st, regarding the planned performance for Leléka and her song "Ridnym". Ukraine, consistently recognized for its mesmerizing visual presentations, is preparing several surprises for the stage. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Illya Dutsyk to Lead Artistic Vision The man leading the artistic vision for the Ukrainian performance this year is director Illya Dutsyk. While this marks his debut on theEurovision stage, Dutsyk is no stranger to the world of the competition - he was the creative force behind the memorable staging for the band Ziferblat during the 2025 Ukrainian national selection. According to the team, the concept for the performance in Vienna will be built around a...
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Vienna 2026: Full Schedule and Rehearsal Details for the 70th Contest

Vienna 2026: Full Schedule and Rehearsal Details for the 70th Contest

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(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); With the Eurovision 2026 schedule confirmed by ORF, rehearsals are set to begin at the Wiener Stadthalle. Here is the full Vienna timeline. Eurovision 2026 is approaching rapidly, and excitement is reaching its peak. This year, the Eurovision Song Contest will be held in Vienna, Austria. As it does every year, the competition will attract millions of viewers from around the globe, eager to witness the musical highlights of the season. For fans tracking the final preparations, the schedule for the Semi-Finals, the Grand Final, and the intensive rehearsal cycle is already set. This guide provides all the essential information to ensure the international community does not miss a single moment of the most glittering musical event of the year. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); The Eurovision 2026 Event Timeline The Austrian national broadcaster, ORF, will host the event at the Wiener Stadthalle. The first Semi-Final is scheduled for May 12th, followed by the second Semi-Final on May 14th. The week...
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Eurovision 2026 Commercial Breaks Confirmed for Vienna Broadcasts

Eurovision 2026 Commercial Breaks Confirmed for Vienna Broadcasts

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(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Eurovision 2026 commercial break schedule confirmed for Vienna while hinting at complex staging for several entries Just before the start of artist rehearsals for Eurovision 2026, the final timings for commercial breaks during the broadcasts have been released. These intervals cover both semi-finals and the Grand Final. The placement of these breaks is highly significant due to their potential impact on the level of exposure for participating entries, as well as their role in facilitating the construction of elaborate stage sets. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Semi-Final Breakdown During the first semi-final, a break has been scheduled following the entry from Georgia, with Italy appearing immediately upon the return to the broadcast. A second pause will occur after the performance from Germany and prior to Belgium taking the stage. In the second semi-final, advertisements will be aired after France and before the song from Armenia. An additional break in the live broadcast will take place after the performance from Denmark,...
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Eurovision 2027 Budget Crisis: How Spain’s Absence Affects All Nations

Eurovision 2027 Budget Crisis: How Spain’s Absence Affects All Nations

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(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Christer Björkman reveals RTVE’s withdrawal over the Israeli entry creates a budget deficit, potentially raising fees for all Eurovision 2027 participants. The Spanish boycott against Israel is beginning to take a heavy toll - and this time, the other participating nations will be the ones to pay. The veteran Swedish producer, Christer Björkman, who is considered one of the most senior and influential figures behind the scenes of the contest and produced the recent Eurovision 2025 in Basel, revealed in an interview with the Swedish national broadcaster SVT that Spain's withdrawal has severely damaged the financial balance of the EBU. Consequently, Björkman predicts a significant increase in the participation fees that will be collected from the countries for the Eurovision Song Contest in 2027. Spain is a member of the "Big 5" (the five founding countries and main financial backers of the contest, which qualify automatically for the final, and include the United Kingdom, France, Germany, and Italy...
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Malta: Dream team behind Aidan’s preformance revealed

Malta: Dream team behind Aidan’s preformance revealed

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(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Aidan heads to Vienna for Eurovision 2026 with a high-profile British production team, aiming to set the record for Malta. Just days before Aidan and the Maltese delegation depart for Vienna for the start of rehearsals for Eurovision 2026, the British "dream team" responsible for the singer's performance has been revealed. The production team consists of highly acclaimed names in the Eurovision world and beyond. Will Aidan meet the high expectations set by the bookmakers? (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); The Maltese Superstar Team The artistic direction of the performance will be led by the British studio Black Skull Creative, founded by Dan Shipton, Jay Revel, and Ross Nicholson. Shipton was responsible for the direction of the United Kingdom in 2022 with Sam Ryder, who achieved second place, and also served as the artistic director for Eurovision 2023 in Liverpool. The British studio is known for its collaborations with global superstars such as Dua Lipa, Ava...
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Serbia: Protests at RTS Over Israel’s Presence in Eurovision 2026

Serbia: Protests at RTS Over Israel’s Presence in Eurovision 2026

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 (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Protesters at RTS in Belgrade demand a boycott of Eurovision 2026 due to the inclusion of the Israeli entry by Kan A small group of protesters, organized under the initiative Naš pRoTeSt (Our Protest), recently held a demonstration in front of the building of the Serbian national broadcaster, RTS, in Belgrade. The protesters demanded that the national broadcaster boycott the upcoming Eurovision Song Contest, claiming that the country's participation alongside Israel constitutes a legitimization of its policies. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); A Small Scale Protest in Belgrade During the demonstration, organizers called on RTS to withdraw from the competition, asked local Serbian artists to cancel their performances, and urged business owners in the capital not to screen the contest broadcasts. Instead, the protesters suggested holding alternative events focusing on Palestinian culture and the situation in Gaza. Despite the media attention, it is important to emphasize that this was a small group of protesters that does...
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Beyond Europe: Surprising Countries Traveling to Eurovision in Vienna

Beyond Europe: Surprising Countries Traveling to Eurovision in Vienna

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(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); 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. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); 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 ...
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Belgium’s Essyla Breaks Silence on Israel Controversy: “Music is Universal”

Belgium’s Essyla Breaks Silence on Israel Controversy: “Music is Universal”

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 (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Essyla defends the Israeli entry Noam Bettan and Eurovision 2026 participation, criticizing VRT's stance and comparing the contest to international football tournaments. Reports emerged yesterday (Monday) regarding political tension in Belgium after VRT announced it would broadcast programs critical of Israel prior to the Eurovision broadcasts. The national broadcaster also faced backlash over antisemitic remarks made by a local member of parliament. Now, the internal divide within the country has reached Essyla herself. The singer Essyla, who will represent Belgium in the first semi-final of Eurovision 2026 with the song "Dancing on the Ice", was interviewed by the Flemish national broadcaster and addressed the criticism surrounding Belgian participation in a contest that includes Israel. Essyla will share the first semi-final stage with the Israeli entry, Noam Bettan. She is set to perform as song number 11 - immediately following Bettan (song number 10) and the live performance of the German representative, Sarah Engels, who performs between them as...
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ORF Reveals Eurovision 2026 Stage: A 210-Ton LED Masterpiece

ORF Reveals Eurovision 2026 Stage: A 210-Ton LED Masterpiece

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(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); President Alexander Van der Bellen inaugurated the Eurovision 2026 stage today, as ORF reveals technical details and cinematic Hollywood-inspired visual plans. Just days before the official rehearsals begin on May 2nd at the Wiener Stadthalle—the venue hosting the Eurovision Song Contest 2026 in Vienna next month—the stage has been officially unveiled. While stand-in rehearsals are currently underway at the arena, the Austrian national broadcaster (ORF) has provided an official glimpse into the final result of one of the most ambitious productions to date. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); In a festive ceremony held this morning (Tuesday) at the arena, the President of Austria, Alexander Van der Bellen, inaugurated the Eurovision 2026 stage. With a symbolic press of the start button, the stage was launched with a spectacular light show revealing the technical capabilities of the set. “Eurovision shows just how colorful our continent is,” the President said during the ceremony. “Despite our differences, the competition allows us to find...
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