Eurovision 2026: Second Semi-Final Qualifiers Announced

Ten acts advanced to the Grand Final of the 70th Eurovision Song Contest in Vienna on May 14, 2026.

Eurovision 2026: Second Semi-Final Qualifiers Announced

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The second semi-final of the 70th Eurovision Song Contest took place on Thursday, May 14, 2026, at the Wiener Stadthalle in Vienna, Austria. The show determined the final 10 qualifiers for the Grand Final on Saturday, May 16, 2026.

According to the official Eurovision website, the qualifiers from the second semi-final include acts from Austria, Belgium, Czech Republic, Denmark, Finland, Greece, Iceland, Israel, Latvia, and the Netherlands. These countries join the 10 qualifiers from the first semi-final and the Big Five (France, Germany, Italy, Spain, and the United Kingdom) plus host country Austria in the final.

The second semi-final featured 16 countries competing for 10 spots. The results were determined by a combination of jury votes and public televotes. The full running order for the Grand Final will be announced after a producers' meeting.

❓ Frequently Asked Questions

When is the Eurovision 2026 Grand Final?

The Grand Final is on Saturday, May 16, 2026, in Vienna, Austria.

How many countries qualified from the second semi-final?

Ten countries qualified from the second semi-final for the Grand Final.

Which countries are in the Big Five for Eurovision 2026?

The Big Five are France, Germany, Italy, Spain, and the United Kingdom.

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