Eurovision 2026: Austria is looking for Host City for the mega event!

Eurovision 2026: Austria is looking for Host City for the mega event!

The Eurovision Song Contest 2026 will take place in Austria in May under the motto "United by Music". It is the third time that Austria is hosting this prestigious competition, according to the expenditure in 1967 and 2015. However, the exact city for the 70th edition has not yet been determined.

By July 4, 2025 at 12 noon, interested cities and municipalities can submit their applications to the ORF. There are strict requirements for the Host City, which include an international connection, sufficient accommodation in the region and the ability to secure and sustainably implement the event. The venue must offer space for around 10,000 spectators and are available for at least eight weeks for the preparations and the event itself. Interested cities include Vienna, Graz, Innsbruck, Oberwart, Wels/Linz, St. Pölten and Premstätten, while Klagenfurt and Salzburg are excluded.

application process for the Host City

The first phase of the application process is two -stage and begins with an expression of interest. Cities that do not meet the minimum requirements are not taken into account in the further procedure. The ORF has not yet announced which cities actually apply, but the deadlines are clearly defined - an early submission can accelerate the details of the application, such as the ORF reported .

Austria "won" the ESC 2026 by winning the previous competition. This is a gratifying development for the country and shows the commitment and anticipation of a new edition. The ESC final 2026 is to take place either on May 16 or 23, and as always, all active full members of the EBU are invited to participate. Australia as an associated member will also receive a special place.

changes and new regulations

A few interesting innovations are also on the program. An adaptation of the ESC rules includes the starting order in the final as well as changes in voting and in the presentation of the big five countries; A jury vote will no longer take place in the semi -finals. These changes bring a breath of fresh air to the traditional event, which has been organized annually by the European Radio Union (EBU) since 1956, as reported Wikipedia .

The anticipation for the Eurovision Song Contest 2026 is now enormous. Ticket sales are expected to start in autumn. It is clear that all large countries will go on stage again and the spectators will inspire their musical performances. It is all the more hoping that the best talents from the different nations will give spectators an unforgettable evening.