Stream every note of the 2026 Eurovision song contest!
Stream every note of the 2026 Eurovision song contest!
Contestants from 35 countries will be on hand to belt their hearts out with the whole world watching!
The most wonderful time of the year has arrived for Eurovision fans. The 2026 Eurovision song contest is set to begin on Thursday, May 12 at 3 p.m. ET, with coverage available on Peacock, and streaming free on the Eurovision YouTube channel. Contestants from 35 countries will be competing for the ultimate bragging rights in the competition; will your favorite song make it through to the end? Find out by watching with a subscription to Peacock, or on YouTube.
How to watch 2026 Eurovision contest
- When: Starts Thursday, May 12, 2026, at 3 p.m. ET
- TV: Peacock, YouTube
- Stream: Watch with a subscription to Peacock or on YouTube.
- From anywhere: Watch with a subscription to a VPN.
Everything you need to know about the 2026 Eurovision contest
What is the schedule of the 2026 Eurovision contest?
| Date | Time (ET) | Coverage | Platform |
|---|---|---|---|
| Thursday, May 12 | 3 p.m. | First semifinal | Peacock, Eurovision YouTube |
| Friday, May 13 | 3 p.m. | Second semifinal | Peacock, Eurovision YouTube |
| Saturday, May 14 | 3 p.m. | Grand final | Peacock, Eurovision YouTube |
Why do we recommend watching the 2026 Eurovision contest on Peacock?
While you can certainly check out the Eurovision song contest on YouTube for free, you’ll get so much more with a Peacock subscription. Peacock customers get access to original TV titles like “M.I.A.,” blockbuster Universal movies, old favorite titles like “The Office,” and live sports like MLB games with the streamer’s Premium plan, starting at $11 per month.
Can you watch the 2026 Eurovision contest for free?
You can watch the Eurovision song contest free on YouTube, using the Eurovision channel. Peacock does not offer new or returning customers a free trial of any kind. The cheapest way to watch Eurovision on Peacock is with a subscription to the streamer’s Premium plan.
Watch all 35 songs from the 2026 Eurovision contest
What you need to know about Eurovision 2026
Eurovision is the largest music competition in the world, and the 2026 edition of the contest will be its 70th. Every year, members of the European Broadcasting Union and invited associates are eligible to participate, with each broadcaster submitting one original song.
The winner gets no cash prize, showing that Eurovision is all about the love of music. Contestants are in the show for bragging rights and worldwide exposure; will your favorite singer win the day?
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