The Eurovision Song Contest is a one-of-a-kind competition, known for its quirky music, extravagant staging, and witty commentary by Graham Norton (if you’re in the UK).
This year’s event will be held in Basel, Switzerland, following Nemo’s victory in 2024 with “The Code”. The current favorite is Sweden’s catchy hit “Bara bada bastu” by KAJ, a song dedicated to saunas.
We have compiled all the details about the Eurovision Song Contest 2025, including the air date, how to watch from the UK and abroad, the participating countries, and more.
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When is Eurovision?
Most viewers will tune in to the Eurovision Grand Final, scheduled for Saturday, 17 May 2025. Here are the start times across different time zones:
- 8pm BST (UK)
- 9pm CEST (Europe)
- 3pm ET (East Coast US)
- 12pm PT (West Coast US)
The event will last several hours, likely until close to midnight, considering performances, voting, guest acts, and results.
The UK automatically qualifies for the final as one of the Big Five. However, if you want to watch all participants, the semi-finals will air on:
- Semi-final 1 – Tuesday, 13 May 2025 at 8pm BST
- Semi-final 2 – Thursday, 15 May 2025 at 8pm BST
You can watch the previous year’s winner’s performance below:
Who is hosting Eurovision this year?
Switzerland, specifically Basel, is hosting this year’s Eurovision Song Contest.
How to watch the Eurovision Song Contest in the UK
As in previous years, viewers in the UK can watch both the semi-finals and the Grand Final on BBC One. The show can also be streamed live on BBC iPlayer and accessed afterwards on the BBC iPlayer website or app.
How to watch the Eurovision Song Contest from the US
American viewers can watch via Peacock, with ad-supported and ad-free subscription options.
How to watch the Eurovision Song Contest from abroad
In the past, the official Eurovision channel on YouTube has streamed the Grand Final. If not, using a VPN to access BBC iPlayer from abroad is an option.
NordVPN is recommended for its reliability, user-friendliness, and affordability. More information can be found in our guide to watching BBC iPlayer abroad.
Who is presenting Eurovision 2025?
Hazel Brugger, Michelle Hunziker, and Sandra Studer have been chosen as hosts for this year’s Swiss edition. Graham Norton will provide his entertaining commentary for the Grand Final on the BBC.
How to vote in the Eurovision Song Contest
Voting for your favorite act in Eurovision can be done through the app or the official website. The app provides information on participants and allows multiple voting.
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Who are the Eurovision Song Contest 2025 finalists?
37 countries are participating in Eurovision 2025, with only 26 making it to the Grand Final. Switzerland and the Big Five (UK, Germany, France, Italy, Spain) automatically qualify.
Eurovision 2025 semi-final 1 running order
- 1. Iceland: VÆB – RÓA
- 2. Poland: Justyna Steczkowska – GAJA
- 3. Slovenia: Klemen – How Much Time Do We Have Left
- 4. Estonia: Tommy Cash – Espresso Macchiato
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Eurovision 2025 semi-final 2 running order
- 1. Australia: Go-Jo – Milkshake Man
- 2. Montenegro: Nina Žižić – Dobrodošli
- 3. Ireland: EMMY – Laika Party
- 4. Latvia: Tautumeitas – Bur Man Laimi
- …
Eurovision 2025 finalists (in no particular order)
- Switzerland: Zoë Më – Voyage
- Germany: Abor & Tynna – Baller
- Spain: Melody – ESA DIVA
- United Kingdom: Remember Monday – What The Hell Just Happened?
- …
Who is the UK entry for Eurovision?
The UK’s entry for Eurovision 2025 is Remember Monday with their song “What The Hell Just Happened?”. The country girl group has been enjoying the Eurovision experience with humor and theatrics. Watch their entry below:
