The Eurovision 2026 final takes place on Saturday in Vienna, Austria, with 25 countries competing in the contest’s 70th edition.
The final begins at 21:00 CEST on May 16, according to Eurovision details cited in public listings.
Spain, Ireland, the Netherlands, Slovenia and Iceland are boycotting over Israel’s participation amid the Gaza war.
Israel is represented by singer Noam Bettan with “Michelle,” while Finland’s Pete Parkkonen and Linda Lampenius lead betting attention with “Liekinheitin.”
Austria hosts the contest after JJ won Eurovision 2025 with “Wasted Love.”
Organisers tightened voting rules after recent public-vote disputes. Viewers can vote by phone, text or online.
UK viewers can watch on BBC One and BBC iPlayer. Global viewers can follow through local broadcasters or Eurovision’s official YouTube feed.
