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Burgas selected to host Eurovision 2027
Burgas will host Eurovision’s first contest in Bulgaria.
What happened
Eurovision organisers and Bulgarian National Television selected Burgas over Sofia to host the contest next year. The event will use Arena Burgas, a sports and entertainment venue. The grand final is scheduled for May, with rehearsals and semi-finals also due in the city.
Numbers
- 15 May 2027date of the grand final
- 4 citiesBulgarian cities sought hosting rights
- 2023Arena Burgas opened
Questions
- Why will Bulgaria host the contest?
- The host role follows Dara’s victory for Bulgaria in Vienna, which gave the country its first Eurovision win and hosting right.
- How did Burgas win selection?
- Organisers chose Burgas from four Bulgarian candidates, citing its venue, technical capacity, accommodation, transport and international travel links.
- What changes for next year’s contest?
- Canada will participate for the first time, while countries in armed conflict or sensitive geopolitical situations cannot host after winning.
- What happens beyond the arena?
- Burgas plans Eurovision-related events in its Sea Garden and city centre, extending the contest beyond the arena.
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The catch
Coverage differs on the opening date for contest activities, though all sources place the final in May.