RTP, the Portuguese national broadcaster, have confirmed participation, at the 2027 Eurovision Song Contest, in Burgas.

As well as confirming participation at the 2027 Eurovision Song Contest, in Burgas, RTP have revealed that Festival da Canção 2027 will be held on Saturday 6th March. For the first time since 2012, Festival da Canção will not feature any Semi Finals and for the first time since 2011, RTP will not invite any composers to compose entries for the Contest.

An open selection for the 16 competing entries will be used. Applications to participate in the Contest will open on Sunday 1st November and will close on Monday 30th November.

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Author: Richard Taylor

Source: Eurovoix