The First Semi-Final of the 2026 Eurovision Song Contest has concluded, revealing the first 10 qualifiers for the Grand Final. The show took place at the Wiener Stadthalle in Vienna, captivating audiences around the world.
Semi-Finalists Announced for the First Round
A total of 10 songs will advance to the Grand Final on Saturday, 16 May. Following the announcement, artists also determined the running order for their performances.
First Semi-Final Qualifiers
- First Half: Greece, Belgium, Serbia
- Second Half: Sweden, Lithuania, Poland
- Producer’s Choice: Italy, Germany, Israel, Finland, Moldova, Croatia
This semi-final featured inspired performances from all participating artists. Each contestant poured creativity and enthusiasm into their acts, deserving recognition for their efforts.
Non-Qualifiers
While celebrating the successes, there were some disappointments as five entries did not qualify. Viewers are encouraged to support all artists by streaming their music and connecting on social media.
Voting Process Insights
The Semi-Final results emerged from a combination of jury votes and public votes, each with a 50% weighting. Votes were cast during the live broadcast, including contributions from 15 participating countries and the non-competing nations of Italy and Germany.
The 10 qualifiers will join other finalists from the upcoming Second Semi-Final on Thursday, 14 May, alongside the Big 4—France, Germany, Italy, and the United Kingdom—and the reigning champions, Austria, at the Grand Final.
For those interested in voting for future rounds, details are available through El-Balad.
