The Eurovision Song Contest is one of the biggest international entertainment competitions. This year he returns to Sweden, home of the most famous Eurovision winner, ABBA.
In 2023, Loreen earned her second win with her powerful song Tattoo. However, she was closely contested by popular champion Käärijä from Finland, with her catchy hit Cha Cha Cha. This year, the UK is pinning its hopes on pop star Olly Alexander and his slick showmanship.
We’ve rounded up all the information about the Eurovision Song Contest 2024, including when the show will air, how to tune in from the UK and abroad, who’s taking part and much more.
When is the Eurovision 2024 final?
The Eurovision Grand Final takes place on Saturday May 11, 2024. Here are the times it will start around the world:
- 8pm BST (UK)
- 9:00 p.m. CEST (Europe)
- 3 p.m. ET (US East Coast)
- 12 p.m. PT (US West Coast)
The two semi-finals are now broadcast. You can watch the 2023 winning performance below:
Who is hosting Eurovision this year?
Sweden is the host country for the seventh time. The stadium is in the city of Malmö, which will host the competition for the third time.
You can view the scenography below:
How to watch the Eurovision Song Contest in the UK
As in previous years, you should be able to follow the Eurovision 2024 grand final on BBC One.
You’ll also be able to watch the show live on BBC One via iPlayer and stream it shortly after the broadcast on the BBC iPlayer website or app on your tablet or smartphone.
How to watch the Eurovision Song Contest from the US and abroad
US viewers can tune in via Peacock. An ad-supported plan costs $5.99 per month, while an ad-free plan costs $11.99 per month.
YouTube will also live stream the entire Grand Final on the official Eurovision channel.
You can see a full list of international broadcasters here.
Who presents Eurovision 2024?
Eurovision fans will be delighted to see Petra Mede return to host the Swedish presenter in 2013 and 2016. Her musical comedy talents are quite renowned. Last time out, she performed the parody hit “Love Love Peace Peace” with former winner Måns Zelmerlöw, a song dedicated to the cliché pageant tropes.
She will be joined by actress Malin Ă…kerman, known for her roles in The Utopia, Harold & Kumar Go to White Castle and Watchmen. She was also the lead singer of the band Petalstones. So, she could join Petra in another iconic duet.
On the BBC, Graham Norton returns for his usual hilarious commentary.
Sarah Louise Bennett/EBU
Sarah Louise Bennett/EBU
Sarah Louise Bennett/EBU
How to vote in the Eurovision Song Contest
The easiest way to vote for your favorite artist in the Eurovision Song Contest is to download the app to your smartphone or tablet. It is available on Google Play, the iOS App Store and the Windows Store, and can be downloaded for free. You can also vote via the official website.
Once you have the app, you will be able to find out more about the participants from the participating countries, and you will also be able to find out the latest Eurovision news.
But more importantly, you can vote using the app by simply clicking the vote button and choosing your favorite. You can vote multiple times, but you cannot vote for the country you are voting for.
Sarah Louise Bennett/EBU
Sarah Louise Bennett/EBU
Sarah Louise Bennett/EBU
Who are the finalists for the Eurovision Song Contest 2024?
37 countries participate in Eurovision 2024, but only 26 make it to the grand final. Sweden automatically earns a place in the Grand Final as hosts.
They will be joined by the United Kingdom, Germany, France, Italy and Europe – members of the Big Five who automatically qualify due to their greatest contribution to the competition. Romania and North Macedonia will not participate this year.
Here is the running order for the Grand Final:
Eurovision 2024 finalists and running order
- Sweden | Marcus & Martinus – Unforgettable
- Ukraine | all all and Jerry Heil – Teresa and Mary
- Germany | ISAAK – Still on the run
- Luxembourg | TALI – Fighter
- Netherlands | Joost Klein – Europapa
- Israel | Eden Golan – Hurricane
- Lithuania | Sylvestre Belt – Luktelk
- Europe | In Nebula – ZORRA
- Estonia | 5MINUS x Woodpecker – we don’t (yet) know anything about (these) drugs
- Ireland | Bambie Thug – Doomsday Blue
- Latvia | Donations – Hollow
- Greece | Marina Satti – The best of Marina Satti
- United Kingdom | Olly Alexander – Dazed
- Norway | Riddle – Ulveham
- Italy | Angelina Mango – Boredom
- Serbia | TEYA DORA – RAMONDA
- Finland | Windows95man – No rules!
- Portugal | iolande – Cree
- Armenia | REFRIGERATOR – Strong
- Cyprus | Silia Kapsis – Liar
- Switzerland | Nemo – The Code
- Slovenia | Raiven – Véronique
- Croatia | Lasagna for babies – Rim Tim Tagi Dim
- Georgia | Nutsa Buzaladze – Firefighter
- France | Slimane – My Love
- Austria | Kaleen – We will delight
Who is the UK’s Eurovision entry?
This year, Years and Years frontman Olly Alexander will represent the UK with nostalgic pop track Dizzy. Given Olly’s success in the music industry, hopes are high. The staging of this year’s entry also looks exciting.
Here is the semi-final performance:
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