Eurovision 2026 takes place in May, with the grand final on Saturday 16 May 2026 and semi‑finals on 12 and 14 May 2026, all in Vienna, Austria.

Key dates at a glance

  • Semi‑final 1: Tuesday 12 May 2026, 21:00 CEST.
  • Semi‑final 2: Thursday 14 May 2026, 21:00 CEST.
  • Grand Final: Saturday 16 May 2026, 21:00 CEST, Wiener Stadthalle, Vienna.
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Show Date (2026) Day Local time City & venue
Semi-final 1 12 May Tuesday 21:00 CEST Vienna, Wiener Stadthalle
Semi-final 2 14 May Thursday 21:00 CEST Vienna, Wiener Stadthalle
Grand Final 16 May Saturday 21:00 CEST Vienna, Wiener Stadthalle

Extra quick scoop

  • It’s the 70th edition of the Eurovision Song Contest.
  • Vienna is hosting for the third time, again at Wiener Stadthalle.

TL;DR: If you just want to watch the main event, mark Saturday 16 May 2026 in your calendar.

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