FOLLOWING the host city announcement by SRG SSR, the Swiss national broadcaster and the EBU, the European Broadcasting Union, for the 2025 Eurovision Song Contest, further details have been revealed – including:

• Dates: Grand Final on Saturday 17 May with Semi-Finals on Tuesday 13 and Thursday 15 May
• Basel chosen as Host City and it’s the first time the Eurovision Song Contest hasn’t been hosted by a capital city for 6 consecutive Contests
• TICKETS to go on sale later in the year

Martin Österdahl, Executive Supervisor of the Eurovision Song Contest, had the following to say:

“The EBU is thrilled that Basel has been selected as the Host City for the Eurovision Song Contest 2025. The Contest was born in Switzerland in Lugano back in 1956 and it’s great to be bringing it back to its birthplace almost 70 years later.

Basel’s strategic location at the crossroads of Europe makes it the ideal setting for an event that celebrates the power of music to connect people across borders. With its unique blend of tradition and innovation, Basel reflects the spirit of the Eurovision Song Contest. The city’s exceptional St.Jakobshalle venue and outstanding hospitality will ensure a memorable experience for delegations, artists and fans alike.

Following Contests in the Italian and French speaking parts of the country in 1956 and 1989 we’re also excited to bring the Eurovision Song Contest to German Switzerland for the very first time. Together with Host Broadcaster SRG SSR and the city of Basel we will create a spectacular celebration of music on the banks of the River Rhine that resonates far beyond the stage.”

Reto Peritz and Moritz Stadler, SRG SSR’s Joint Executive Producers of the 2025 Eurovision Song Contest, had the following to say:

“We were impressed by the quality of the cities’ applications! All 4 cities, and especially Geneva and Basel in the final round, fought for the title of “Host City” with creative approaches and a very constructive approach. Such commitment is by no means a matter of course. Our thanks therefore go to all the cities that applied. We look forward to working with you to make the ESC an unforgettable experience for the whole population.”

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Author: Richard Taylor

Source: eurovision.tv & SRG SSR