This year’s Eurovision excitement centers on Turin, the host city where the eventual winner will be crowned. Before the grand finale, two semi-finals separate Europe’s top acts and set the stage for the final showdown. The first semi-final unfolds on Tuesday, May 10, opening with Albania, delivered with power by Ronela Hajati singing Sekret. Armenia follows with Rosa Linn and Snap, a performance that helps shape the evening’s momentum. France and Italy also contribute to elevating the field, balancing jury insight with audience sentiment to determine which ten acts secure a place in the final.
The second semi-final is scheduled for Thursday, May 12. Finland leads with The Rasmus performing Jezebel, followed by a decisive closing act from the Czech Republic, We Are Domi, with Lights Off. Throughout the night, Spain, Germany, and the United Kingdom will decide the finalists through a blend of expert jury voting and public opinion, mirroring the festival’s long-standing tradition of combining professional evaluation with popular choice.
Among the contenders in this round, several nations stand out in early betting and polling. Poland shows a modest chance of victory, while Australia attracts a small share of votes for River and Not the Same, signaling evolving tastes across regions. The event remains intensely competitive, with many acts delivering memorable choruses, distinctive staging, and compelling narratives that captivate both live audiences and home viewers.
The second semi-final can be followed on Thursday, May 12, across regional broadcasts and streaming platforms. In Europe, mainstream outlets typically provide bilingual commentary and extra analysis, while international audiences may access regional feeds for the best viewing experience. Since the mid-1990s, the lineup blends established participants with rising acts offering fresh sounds. The familiar Big Five — Spain, France, Italy, Germany, and the United Kingdom — will be part of the broader final-night dynamic, alongside the Netherlands, which has a history of delivering strong entries to the competition’s legacy.
Second Semi-Final performance order (May 12)
- 1. Finland: Rasmus – Jezebel
- 2. Israel: Michael Ben David – IM
- 3. Serbia: Konstrakta – In Corpore Sano
- 4. Azerbaijan: Nadir Rüstemli – Dark from Visit
- 5. Georgia: Circus Mircus – Lock Me Inside
- 6. Malta: Emma Muscat – What Am I
- 7. San Marino: Achille Lauro – Stripper
- 8. Australia: Sheldon Riley – Not the Same
- 9. Cyprus: Andromache – Hazel
- 10. Ireland: Brooke – This Rich
- 11. North Macedonia: Andrea – The Circles
- 12. Estonia: Stefan – Hope
- 13. Romania: WRS – Call Me
- 14. Poland: Ochman – The River
- 15. Montenegro: Vladana – Breathe
- 16. Belgium: Jérémie Makiese – Miss You
- 17. Sweden: Cornelia Jakobs – Hold Me Closer
- 18. Czech Republic: We Are Domo – Lights Off
Fans watching from home will find the semi-final lineup rich with diverse voices, languages, and musical styles. The competition emphasizes more than vocal prowess; it values staging, storytelling, and stagecraft that translate across borders. Observers often consider how each entry might perform in the final, weighing live energy, tempo shifts, and crowd engagement. For audiences in Canada and the United States, national broadcasters typically offer synchronized coverage with local commentary, ensuring an accessible experience no matter where viewers tune in.