Eurovision 2025: Full list of final performances, songs, and more to know

The countdown is over as the Eurovision 2025 grand final is almost upon us. With a total of 26 countries participating in the event, Eurovision is set to take place on May 17 and will be broadcast live to viewers in the US on Peacock. As the event continues the tradition of celebrating musical diversity, it has created a stir among fans all over the world. The event will also be available on YouTube.

Venue and Participants

Taking place every year since 1956, Eurovision has become a well-loved tradition for many Europeans, and this year marks a return to Switzerland after more than 30 years. Switzerland’s victory in 2024 with Nemo’s “The Code” brought the contest back to Swiss soil, increasing the fervor for the event across the country. Thus, it has been announced that Eurovision 2025 will take place at St. Jakobshalle, which seats 12,400 people.

There were 37 countries that had signed up for Eurovision 2025, but the competition has since been narrowed to a total of 26 countries. We can expect even greater things from this conference, thanks to the presence of the big 5 nations, such as France, Germany, Italy, Spain, the United Kingdom, and many others, adding their own touch. The contest will be hosted by Hazel Brugger, Michelle Hunziker, and Sandra Studer.

Running Order

Following the semi-final 2 that was held on May 15, the running order had already been announced by the organizers. The running order places Norway’s Kyle Alessandro in the opening spot, and the show will draw to a close with Albania’s Shkodra Elektronike. Here's the running order according to the website:

1. Norway | Kyle Alessandro – Lighter

2. Luxembourg | Laura Thorn – La Poupée Monte Le Son

3. Estonia | Tommy Cash – Espresso Macchiato

4. Israel | Yuval Raphael – New Day Will Rise

5. Lithuania | Katarsis – Tavo Akys

6. Spain | Melody – ESA DIVA

7. Ukraine | Ziferblat – Bird of Pray

8. United Kingdom | Remember Monday – What The Hell Just Happened?

9. Austria | JJ – Wasted Love

10. Iceland | VÆB – RÓA

11. Latvia | Tautumeitas – Bur Man Laimi

12. Netherlands | Claude – C’est La Vie

13. Finland | Erika Vikman – ICH KOMME

14. Italy | Lucio Corsi | Volevo Essere Un Duro

15. Poland | Justyna Steczkowska – GAJA

16. Germany | Abor & Tynna – Baller

17. Greece | Klavdia – Asteromáta

18. Armenia | PARG – SURVIVOR

19. Switzerland | Zoë Më – Voyage

20. Malta | Miriana Conte – SERVING

21. Portugal | NAPA – Deslocado

22. Denmark | Sissal – Hallucination

23. Sweden | KAJ – Bara Bada Bastu

24. France | Louane – maman

25. San Marino | Gabry Ponte – Tutta L’Italia

26. Albania | Shkodra Elektronike – Zjerm

What to expect from Eurovision 2025?

As with any event, this year's Eurovision has its fair share of favorites as well, with Sweden’s KAJ and Austria's JJ leading the pack in the fan polls as of today. However, with the voting power split evenly between the public televotes and national jury scores, it could be anyone's guess who swoops in with the trophy at the last second by resonating with the audience. Eurovision is known for its unpredictability, and a surprise winner can not be discounted as well.

Stay tuned for further updates!