Eurovision 2026: Celebrate the Music, the Moments, and the Magic
Published on 27 March 2026
Eurovision is back for 2026 — and it’s shaping up to be bigger than ever, marking the 70th anniversary of the iconic song contest. This year, the grand final will be held in Vienna, Austria, following Austria’s win last year with Wasted Love by JJ.
Across the competition, 35 countries will battle it out through two semi-finals, with the top 25 advancing to the final. The grand final takes place on the morning of 17 May at 5am (AEST) and is a must-watch moment for Eurovision fans around the world.
Australia will once again be part of the excitement, with Delta Goodrem representing the nation with her song Eclipse. Already generating buzz in the odds, fans can watch her song's official video ahead of the grand final.
Eurovision continues to be one of the world’s most-watched non-sporting events, reaching an audience of over 160 million viewers globally. Over the decades, it has launched and showcased countless international stars, including ABBA, who famously won in 1974 with Waterloo. Other notable performers include Olivia Newton-John, Cliff Richard, Bonnie Tyler, Julio Iglesias, Måneskin, and even Celine Dion, who won the contest for Switzerland in 1988.
Australia also has its own Eurovision history. Dami Im achieved a remarkable second-place finish in 2016 with Sound of Silence, one of the country’s strongest results to date.
A lesser-known connection to Australia comes from Johnny Logan, the only performer to win Eurovision twice (1980 and 1987 for Ireland) and also a songwriter of a winning entry in 1992. Born in Frankston in 1954, he moved to Ireland at a young age—highlighting Australia’s long-standing links to the contest.
To celebrate Eurovision 2026, we're hosting a Grand Final Watch Party!
- Where: Cheltenham Library
- When: Sunday 17 May from 5am to 9am
Let's raise our voices and support and watch and cheer together!
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Whether you’re a lifelong Eurovision fan or just discovering the contest, it’s the perfect time to explore the music, history and global impact of this much-loved event through your local library.