Eurovision launches first Asia edition in Bangkok
The Eurovision Song Contest will hold its first Asia edition in Bangkok on 14 November 2026, with ten countries, including South Korea, Thailand, the Philippines and Vietnam, taking part.
The Eurovision Song Contest is expanding to Asia, with its grand final set for 14 November 2026 in Bangkok. Ten countries, including South Korea, Thailand, the Philippines and Vietnam, will hold national selections before sending representatives to the final.
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Marking Eurovision’s 70th anniversary, organisers say the Asia edition celebrates the region’s rich musical culture. Bangkok was chosen as host for its vibrant cultural scene, and the event will be organised by the European Broadcasting Union alongside Voxovation and Thailand’s S2O Productions.
Fans can expect original pop music performed live, following the contest’s signature format, as Eurovision reaches millions of new viewers across the continent.