Where to watch Eurovision in the West Midlands
Venues across the region are hosting screenings of the final in Liverpool.
Last updated 13th May 2023
As Liverpool prepares to host one of the biggest music events in the world, Eurovision fever is sweeping the West Midlands!
Dozens of venues are hosting screenings of tonight's Grand Final, for those unable to get tickets to be there in person.
A number of events are being hosted across the West Midlands, combining performances from Ukrainian bands and dancers - a nod to the original hosts of this year's contest.
In Birmingham, the City Council and Centrala have teamed up to put on a Eurovision fan zone.
There'll be a big screen in Centenary Square with hours of free, live entertainment. Ukrainian and Romanian music will feature, as well as a family rave.
The event will be hosted by drag queen Ginny Lemon, Fatt Butcher and Iryna Muha.
Alicja Kaczmarek is the director of Centrala and said: "Eurovision is organised on behalf of Ukraine and it's really important to have Ukrainian representation and they get that acknowledgment on the road.
"It's also a reminder about the ongoing war that is taking place, so I'm glad that there is a lot of Ukrainian involvement and it's very respectful and a big gesture."
Coventry will also be hosting a Watch Party at The Yard, with an ABBA tribute act to bring the Eurovision party to life.
Many bars and nightclub venues are also hosting viewing parties with fancy dress competitions and themed drinks.
The Alma Tavern and The Brunswick Arms in Worcester are among those screening tonight's contest.
James Edge is the theatre manager at the Old Joint Stock in Birmingham, and said: "We wanted to give people in Birmingham a place to celebrate Ukraine's turn of hosting Eurovision.
"We'll have flags to wave and the party will be flowing.
"Nothing beats Eurovision, the songs are electric and the atmosphere is incredible and the fashion is incomparable. I think it's going to be the best party for everyone."
The Eurovision Song Contest will begin at 8pm on Saturday 13 May.