Eurovision 2026 unveils jaw-dropping stage that's unlike anything before (video)
What the Eurovision 2026 stage will look like (photo: Getty Images)
Organizers of Eurovision 2026 have unveiled, for the first time, the massive stage where performers from 35 countries will compete. The structure stands out for its impressive scale and technical capabilities.
What the Eurovision stage will look like
Construction of the stage took just under two weeks and continued even during night shifts. At peak times, up to 300 specialists were working on the project simultaneously.
The stage is located at Austria's largest indoor arena, Wiener Stadthalle. It spans around 2,000 square meters and weighs 210 tons.
More than 5,000 square meters of recyclable materials were used in its construction, along with a complex framework of metal tubing totaling over 800 meters in length.
The stage is equipped with an advanced LED structure. The concept was created by German stage designer and creative producer Florian Wieder.
This year's lighting installation includes:
- 2,135 lighting fixtures;
- more than 8,500 LEDs;
- 80 high-speed lifts for lighting elements.
What we know about Eurovision 2026
Following JJ’s victory with the song Wasted Love in 2025, the 70th Eurovision Song Contest will take place in Vienna.
The first and second semifinals are scheduled for May 12 and 14, with the grand final set for May 16.
A total of 35 countries will take part. Of those, 30 will compete for a spot in the final, while last year’s winner and the four founding countries automatically qualify.
Singer LELÉKA will represent Ukraine with the song Ridnym. According to the draw, she will perform 12th in the second semifinal.
