Eurovision Song Contest 2026: Host city and new logo revealed

Despite the UK not having the greatest success at the Eurovision Song Contest in recent years, that doesn't stop fans across the country coming together to celebrate the biggest and cheesiest night in music.

After Austria won the show earlier this year, the 2026 contest will head to Vienna for the 70th anniversary, so here's everything we know so far...

Where is the Eurovision Song Contest in 2026?

Thanks to JJ winning this year's Eurovision for Austria, the 2026 contest will take place in the country's capital Vienna, at the Wiener Stadthalle.

This will be the third time that Vienna have hosted, after taking on the honour in both 1967 and 2015.

When is it?

The Grand Final will take place on Saturday 16th May 2026, with the two Semi-Finals scheduled for Tuesday 12th and Thursday 14th May 2026.

What is the new logo?

To celebrate a massive seven decades of Eurovision, bosses have showcased a brand new logo for the 70th contest.

The logo, which has been used for the last 20 years, has been refreshed into a simplified single, unique marque, with one familiar element at its centre: that unmistakable Eurovision heart.

Who is representing the UK?

It's too early to know who will represent the UK at Eurovision 2026.

Pop country girl band Remember Monday had the honour in 2025, where they finished in 18th place.

How can I watch the Eurovision Song Contest?

Both Semi-Finals and the Grand Final will be available to watch on BBC One and BBC iPlayer.

How long is Eurovision on for?

Strap in and get your food and drink supplies ordered, because the Eurovision Song Contest is a mammoth ordeal, lasting a huge four hours!

Which countries are taking part in 2026?

It hasn't yet been revealed which countries will take part in Eurovision 2026.

Who is hosting?

The hosts for the 2026 contest haven't been announced just yet.

Who will be UK jury spokesperson?

It's not yet known which famous face will be the UK's jury spokesperson. Sophie Ellis-Bextor had the job in 2025.

When did Eurovision first start?

Eurovision first started way back in 1956, with the first ever contest taking place in Lugano, Switzerland. Taking place on 24th May 1956, the contest was held at the Teatro Kursaal, and was inspired by the Italian Sanremo Festival.

It was a lot different back then though, the contest lasted less than two hours, and only seven countries took part with two entrants each!

Lys Assia from Switzerland was crowned the first ever winner with her song 'Refrain'.

Who has won Eurovision the most?

In a fact which may left you in shock, Ireland have actually won the Eurovision Song Contest the most, along with Sweden. The countries have seven victories each.

UK, France, Luxembourg and the Netherlands have all won Eurovision five times.

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