Pour the prosecco and break out the bunting — Eurovision is back!
After a widely-boycotted Eurovision Song Contest in Switzerland, last year, the glittery cheesefest is taking place in Vienna, Austria in May 2026. At time of writing, Israel — the reason for many boycotts and protests last year— is taking part again this year, despite calls for them to be excluded. Ireland, the Netherlands, Slovenia and Spain have all announced their intention to boycott the 2026 events if Israel's participation goes ahead.
The planned Eurovision Song Contest Live Tour, a new event for 2026, which would have visited 10 European countries beginning here in London in June, has been postponed due to "unforeseen circumstances".
The final will broadcast on BBC One on Saturday 16 May 2026, with semi-finals on Tuesday 12 and Thursday 14 May. The UK's entry is LOOK MUM NO COMPUTER, AKA Sam Battle, a solo artist, experimental singer/songwriter, live electronics performer and composer, and inventor of unique musical machines.
The below London venues are hosting Eurovision 2026 parties and screenings, though several places which have held huge Eurovision parties in the past are not doing so this year. We'll be adding more events to this list as they're announced.
Eurovision Your Decision at the Royal Vauxhall Tavern
Back for a sixth year, Eurovision Your Decision is a show described as "Part parody, part cabaret, part Euro-Pop fever dream", featuring West End stars performing 14 past Eurovision songs, with the audience voting for a winner. It runs over several days at the Royal Vauxhall Tavern, including on the evening of the final.
Eurovision Your Decision at the Royal Vauxhall Tavern, 6-16 May 2026.
Eurovision Après Alpine Party
BAM Karaoke Box, Victoria takes inspiration from this year's host country, transforming its venue into an Alpine escape for the duration of the competition. Expect alpine-inspired décor, themed food and drink, and Eurovision-inspired open mic sessions for anyone who fancies having a go.
Eurovision Après Alpine Party, 12, 14 and 16 May 2026.
Eurovision 2026 at Sambrook's Brewery Taproom
Wandsworth's Sambrook's Brewery screens the full Eurovision final show on a large screen, accompanied by singalongs and a lively atmosphere (no doubt helped along by the range of beers brewed on site). There's also freshly-made pizza, available to order throughout the show.
Eurovision at Sambrook's Brewery Taproom, 16 May 2026.
Eurovision Song Contest at Eastcheap Records
Eastcheap Records — the vinyl-packed listening bar near Monument — is screening the Eurovision final, with 2-for-1 cocktails in the run-up (until 7pm), plus stone-baked pizzas throughout the evening. DJ Emma Gower spins tunes between Eurovision acts (presumably drowning out the often bizarre presenter monologues), while DJ Hayley plays Eurovision classics from 10pm until midnight; the dancefloor then jives on until 2am.
Eurovision Song Contest at Eastcheap Records, 16 May 2026.
Eurovision 2026 Watch Party at The Conductor
Expect sequins, flags and outrageous outfits galore at wine bar The Conductor in Farringdon, which asks you to "Come dressed as your favourite country, favourite diva, or simply come as yourself" for its live Eurovision screening party.
Eurovision Watch Party at The Conductor, 16 May 2026.
Eurovision at KERB Social Club
It'll cost you £12 to watch the Eurovision final at Shoreditch's KERB, although that gets you a welcome cocktail, as well as the chance of winning prizes for being one of the best dressed guests (anyone coming as the lead singer of Lordi will surely win top prize.) There's also a sweepstake for a £50 bar tab, plus of course, all the cheesy Eurovision action broadcast live.
Eurovision at KERB Social Club, 16 May 2026.
If you happen to be lucky enough to travel to Vienna to experience Eurovision 2026 live, have a look at our guide to spending a weekend in Vienna before you go.
