Junior Eurovision 2024: 23 million viewers for the children’s contest!

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The European Broadcasting Union published a report for this year’s Junior Eurovision 2024!

The 22nd Junior Eurovision Song Contest, broadcast live on Saturday, November 16, proved extremely popular with young audiences worldwide, reaching 23 million viewers in 15 measured television markets and many more millions through the event’s official digital channels.

The spectacular 2-hour event, organised by the Spanish public broadcaster, RTVE, in Madrid under the slogan “Let’s Bloom”, achieved a 15.7% audience share among children aged 4 to 14, more than three times the channel’s average (4.9%). It also surpassed last year’s share of 14%.

The Contest also achieved an 8.1% audience share among people aged 15-24, significantly exceeding the average of 5% usually achieved by the same group of broadcasting channels.

Furthermore, 43% of those who watched the event on the official Junior Eurovision YouTube channel were under 24 years old, with the largest number of viewers for the live broadcast being recorded in the host country, Spain, followed by Poland, Armenia, the Netherlands, Germany, the United Kingdom and Greece.

Significant online growth

The online viewing of the Junior Eurovision Song Contest has also seen significant growth each year.

On Instagram, content featuring talented artists from 17 countries reached 5.6 million accounts, marking a third year of year-on-year growth. TikTok also saw massive growth with 46 million post views, up from 28 million in the same period in 2023. On Facebook, 6 million accounts were reached, up by 4 million compared to the 2023 contest.

The Executive Supervisor of the Junior Eurovision Song Contest Martin Österdahl stated:

“We’re thrilled to see the huge success of the 22nd Junior Eurovision Song Contest, capturing the hearts and imaginations of millions of viewers worldwide with unprecedented engagement and growth among younger audiences.”

“From record-breaking digital interactions to massive TV viewership in participating countries, the Junior Eurovision Song Contest has once again solidified its place as a global celebration of young talent, creativity, and unity. Our thanks go once again to RTVE for hosting such a memorable edition for everyone involved.”

In this year’s Junior Eurovision there was an increase in the number of the participating nations, since 2021, thanks to the return of Cyprus and San Marino, raising the participating countries number to 17, from 16 that there were in the 2022 and 2023 editions.

It was also the first time since JESC 2015 that the contest took place on Saturday.

Rating Success

On television, the host country, Spain, saw its third largest audience for the Contest with 1.1 million viewers on channel La 1. An annual increase of over 200,000 viewers year-on-year.

France and Poland attracted the largest television audiences, with around 1.3 million viewers each. For France, the winner of the previous two Contests, this marks the second highest audience ever recorded.

In Portugal, the audience increased significantly in relative terms, doubling in size to become the fourth largest ever recorded for the event. On average, more than 500,000 viewers watched their participation, with Victoria Nicole, who finished in 2nd place in the contest (being the big favorite to win the trophy).

Junior Eurovision 2024 had an average audience share of 8.4%. 10 out of 15 markets delivered a better audience share than the broadcaster typically achieves.

Armenia achieved the highest audience share of all broadcast markets by a significant margin. At almost 40%, this figure is four times the channel’s typical primetime performance.

In the winning country of Georgia, tens of thousands tuned in to watch Andria Putkaradze’s victory with “To My Mom.” The broadcast nearly doubled the channel’s typical primetime viewership share.

Andria’s victory gave his country a record-breaking 4th victory in the Junior Eurovision Song Contest – all with songs written by Giorgi Kukhianidze.

Finally, as far as the 2025 edition of the Junior Eurovision Song Contest, the official announcement for the host country is expected by the EBU within the new year.

Source: EBU

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It’s Official: “Crystal Waters” tops Spotify’s Viral Top 50 in Greece!

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Maria Pissarides and her song Crystal Waters, which represented Cyprus in Junior Eurovision 2024, have achieved an unprecedented viral success. The song has climbed to the top of Spotify’s Viral Top 50 in Greece, surpassing renowned artists like Sicario and The Weeknd!

Despite not securing a high placement in the competition as initially expected, Crystal Waters has become a sensation in recent days. Hundreds of social media users are singing its catchy refrain: Ti na sou protopo? (What should I tell you first?).

The song reached the second spot on November 19 and, as of today, November 20, sits proudly at number one. It’s safe to say that this is the most significant achievement for a Junior Eurovision song in Greece. What makes Maria Pissarides’s accomplishment even more remarkable is that Greece neither participates in nor broadcasts the contest.

The song’s infectious melody and lyrics have captivated Greek listeners, who are humming it everywhere, often unaware that it’s Cyprus’s entry in the Junior Eurovision Song Contest!

Let’s not forget that 11-year-old Maria Pissarides and Crystal Waters placed 13th out of 17 entries in Junior Eurovision 2024, held in Madrid on Saturday, November 16.

Could the massive success of this song prompt CyBC to continue participating in the competition? Could it even encourage ERT to reconsider its stance and return to Junior Eurovision? Only time will tell. Until then, keep singing about the crystal waters of Cyprus!

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Georgia is ready to host the 23rd Junior Eurovision Song Contest!

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A few hours after Georgia’s triumphant victory at the 22nd Junior Eurovision Song Contest, held in Madrid, the Georgian delegation expressed their readiness to host the contest in their country:

“Yes, we will host Junior Eurovision 2025 in Georgia. We know how to do it, and you’re all invited!”

 

 

Georgia’s History in Junior Eurovision

Georgia has proven to be one of the most successful countries in the Junior Eurovision Song Contest, now celebrating its fourth victory. Georgia first won the competition in 2008 with the song “Bzz..” performed by Bzikebi. The second victory came in 2011, when Candy claimed the top spot with their song “Candy Music” The third victory, which also marked the last time Georgia hosted the contest, was in 2016 when Mariam Mamadashvili won with the song “Mzeo” Following this victory, Georgia hosted the 15th edition of the contest in 2017 at the Olympic Palace in Tbilisi.

Eight years later, Andria Putkaradze, with the song “To My Mom” has brought Georgia back to the top, making them responsible for organizing the upcoming 23rd Junior Eurovision Song Contest.

Below is Georgia’s performance at the 22nd Junior Eurovision Song Contest:

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Georgia wins the 22nd Junior Eurovision Song Contest!

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The 22nd edition of the Junior Eurovision Song Contest has concluded with a thrilling finale. After a tense voting process, Georgia emerged victorious with Andria Putkaradze and “To My Mom“, clinching the title for this year’s competition. Portugal secured second place, while Ukraine rounded out the top three.

Junior Eurovision 2024

Following Spain’s second-place finish in Nice and France’s decision not to host for a second consecutive year, the event was held in Madrid, marking the first time Spain hosted the contest. The iconic Caja Mágica served as the venue, welcoming delegations from seventeen participating countries. Hosting duties were masterfully carried out by Ruth Lorenzo, Marc Clotet, and Melani Garcia.

This year’s competition saw an increase in participants. San Marino and Cyprus returned after absences of nine and seven years, respectively. However, the United Kingdom, despite a successful comeback in 2022, opted not to participate this year.

The show was opened by Simone Grande from Italy, while Ramires Sciberras from Malta was the last to perform:

  1. Italy: Simone Grande – “Pigiama Party”
  2. Estonia: Annabelle – “Tänavad”
  3. Albania: Nikol Çabeli – “Vallëzoj”
  4. Armenia: Leo – “Cosmic Friend”
  5. Cyprus: Maria Pissarides – “Crystal Waters”
  6. France: Titouan – “Comme ci, comme ça”
  7. North Macedonia: Ana and Aleksej – “Marathon”
  8. Poland: Dominik Arim – “All Together”
  9. Georgia: Andria Putkaradze – “To My Mom”
  10. Spain: Chloe DelaRosa – “Como la Lola”
  11. Germany: Bjarne – “Save the Best For Us”
  12. Netherlands: Stay Tuned – “Music”
  13. San Marino: Idols SM – “Come noi”
  14. Ukraine: Artem Kotenko – “Hear Me Now”
  15. Portugal: Victoria Nicole – “Esperança”
  16. Ireland: Enya Cox Dempsey – “Le Chéile”
  17. Malta: Ramires Sciberras – “Stilla ċkejkna”

Opening and Interval Acts

The evening kicked off with a spectacular opening act celebrating the history and legacy of Junior Eurovision. Themed around the growth of a garden, the act symbolized the festival’s evolution from its beginnings two decades ago to its vibrant present.

The opening number included three prominent Junior Eurovision figures. Maria Isabel, Spain’s only Junior Eurovision winner, on the 20th anniversary of her victory with “Antes muerta que sencilla” took the stage along with Zoé Clauzure, France’s 2023 winner, and Sandra Valero, Spain’s 2023 representative who achieved second place in Nice. Together, they performed a unifying anthem with this year’s contestants, reflecting the contest’s spirit of togetherness.

Later in the evening, as online voting opened, Spanish singer Abraham Mateo energized the crowd with his hit song “Maníaca,” adding to the excitement.

Junior Eurovision 2024 – the voting procedure

The winner of the Junior Eurovision Song Contest 2024 was decided as following:

  • on a 50% via the Online Voting, which was conducted in two phases (before and during the live broadcast)
  • on the remaining 50% by the participating countries’ national juries. The national jury of each country included three music industry professionals and two kids aged 10 to 15.
The national juries’ result

At the first place, there was Georgia with 180 points, followed by Ukraine with 123 points and France with 103 points. Georgia secured the most top marks, twelve.

The results of the Online Voting

Portugal won the online voting with 116 points, followed by Ukraine with 81 points and Malta with 79 points.

The Winner

Combining the national juries’ and the public vote, Georgia was declared as the winner of Junior Eurovision 2024 with a total of 239 points.

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Junior Eurovision 2024: Live Tonight from Madrid!

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The time all Junior Eurovision fans were waiting for has arrived. Tonight, live from Caja Mágica in Madrid, the 22nd Junior Eurovision Song Contest takes place.

After having arrived in Madrid and completing their technical and dress rehearsals, young artists from the seventeen participating countries will take the stage of Caja Mágica and showcase their talent in front of a worldwide audience.

The show will be broadcasted live at 18:00 CET, while Ruth Lorenzo, Marc Clotet and Melani Garcia will guide us during the event.

The running order

After an initial draw took place in Madrid, the complete running order was revealed about a month prior to the competition. Simone Grande from Italy will be the first to take the stage, while Ramires Sciberras from Malta will close the show. Spain, the host country, with Chloe DelaRosa will perform tenth.

  1. Italy: Simone Grande – “Pigiama Party”
  2. Estonia: Annabelle – “Tänavad”
  3. Albania: Nikol Çabeli – “Vallëzoj”
  4. Armenia: Leo – “Cosmic Friend”
  5. Cyprus: Maria Pissarides – “Crystal Waters”
  6. France: Titouan – “Comme ci, comme ça”
  7. North Macedonia: Ana and Aleksej – “Marathon”
  8. Poland: Dominik Arim – “All Together”
  9. Georgia: Andria Putkaradze – “To My Mom”
  10. Spain: Chloe DelaRosa – “Como la Lola”
  11. Germany: Bjarne – “Save the Best For Us”
  12. Netherlands: Stay Tuned – “Music”
  13. San Marino: Idols SM – “Come noi”
  14. Ukraine: Artem Kotenko – “Hear Me Now”
  15. Portugal: Victoria Nicole – “Esperança”
  16. Ireland – Enya Cox Dempsey – “Le Chéile”
  17. Malta: Ramires Sciberras – “Stilla ċkejkna”

How will the winner be decided?

The winner of Junior Eurovision 2024 will be determined by a 50/50 split between the Online Voting and the national juries:

  • 50% of the final score will come from the Online Voting conducted in two phases.
  • The remaining 50% will come from the national juries of the participating countries. Each jury consists of three music industry professionals and two childrenaged 10 to 15.

The first phase of online voting commenced yesterday evening and will conclude just before the show begins. For more information on how to vote:

Junior Eurovision 2024: The Online Voting Starts now | How to vote for your favorites!

Where to watch the show?

All seventeen participating countries will broadcast the show live via their participating broadcasters. Meanwhile, Junior Eurovision 2024 will be broadcasted live in several non-participating countries, such as Luxembourg, Croatia and Lithuania . Hence, make sure to check your broadcaster’s schedule for more details.

If you’re watching from a non-participating country, Junior Eurovision does not apply to any geographical restrictions and you can follow the event live from JuniorEurovision.tv.

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Maria Isabel to perform as a special guest at Junior Eurovision 2024!

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As the 22nd Junior Eurovision Song Contest approaches, excitement is building for what promises to be a spectacular event hosted in Madrid, marking a historic moment for Spain. For the first time in fifty-five years, the Spanish capital will host a Eurovision event, adding to the significance of the show.

A symbolic Opening Act

In a heartwarming tribute to the history of Junior Eurovision, the Spanish audience will be treated to a special Opening Act that celebrates the past, present, and future of the contest.

The Opening Act will be a symbolic representation of the festival’s journey, with the theme of a garden — starting from the seed planted two decades ago to the blooming of a new generation of artists today. This visual metaphor ties into the artwork of this year’s contest, which emphasizes growth, unity, and the celebration of music across generations.

The Opening Act will feature three prominent Junior Eurovision figures. The one and only Spanish Junior Eurovision winner, Maria Isabel, will take the stage, on the twentieth anniversary of her victory in Lillehammer with her classic “Antes muerta que sencilla“.

Joining María Isabel on stage will be Zoé Clauzure, winner of Junior Eurovision 2023 for France and Sandra Valero, Spain’s representative in 2023, who secured a second-place finish in Nice.

All of them will join forces with the participating artist, singing a common song that reflects the spirit of unity and musical celebration. This performance will culminate in the traditional flag parade, where each country’s flag will be proudly displayed, marking the beginning of the show.

More Special Guests and Performances

As the Online Voting opens during the broadcast, Abraham Mateo, the 26-year-old Spanish singer and songwriter, will take to the stage with his hit song “Maníaca,” injecting even more energy into the vibrant atmosphere of the show.

With a stellar line-up of past and present Junior Eurovision stars, and the anticipation building for the 22nd edition of the competition, Junior Eurovision 2024 is set to be an unforgettable night. As Spain takes center stage, the country promises a celebration of music, unity, and the spirit of youthful talent — a fitting tribute to the legacy of the contest and its incredible journey over the past two decades.

Junior Eurovision 2024

The 22nd Junior Eurovision Song Contest will take place tomorrow at 18:00 CET live from Caja Mágica in Madrid. Spain will host the event following the country’s second-place finish last year and the refusal of the winning country, France, to host for the second year in a row. The slogan for this year’s contest is “Let’s Bloom!”, while Ruth Lorenzo, Marc Clotet and Melani Garcia will serve as this year’s hosts.

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Source: RTVE

Junior Eurovision 2024: Exclusive TV footage from all seventeen second rehearsals!

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The rehearsals at Caja Mágica are in full swing as the first technical rehearsals have concluded and the second round is now underway.

The second set of rehearsals at Junior Eurovision has given delegations the opportunity to address any issues that came up during the first round. This has allowed the artists to feel more confident and secure as they prepare to take the main stage.

However, details about the performances remain limited, as accredited journalists are not allowed to attend either the first or second rehearsals. To give fans a sneak peek, the European Broadcasting Union (EBU) has shared a recap of all the seventeen second rehearsals on YouTube via the official Junior Eurovision channel. This exclusive footage offers highlights from today’s sessions, providing viewers with a behind-the-scenes look at the preparation process.

You can watch the recap of the second rehearsals below:

What’s next?

On Friday, November 15, the two Dress Rehearsals will be held. The Dress Rehearsals are full run-throughs of the show from start to finish, including the performances, interval acts, and voting sequence.

Then and it is time for Dress Rehearsals. The First Dress Rehearsal will take place on Friday morning, while the Second Dress Rehearsal will take place in the evening. The Second Dress Rehearsal is particularly important as it is also the Jury Final. This is when the seventeen national juries will watch the full show and cast their votes, which will help determine the final outcome of the competition.

Moreover, on Friday the first phase of the Online Voting will commence and the half of the contest’s outcome will be determined.

Junior Eurovision 2024

Seventeen countries will take part in the 22nd edition of the Junior Eurovision Song Contest:

  1. Italy: Simone Grande – “Pigiama Party”
  2. Estonia: Annabelle – “Tänavad”
  3. Albania: Nikol Çabeli – “Vallëzoj”
  4. Armenia: Leo – “Cosmic Friend”
  5. Cyprus: Maria Pissarides – “Crystal Waters”
  6. France: Titouan – “Comme ci, comme ça”
  7. North Macedonia: Ana and Aleksej – “Marathon”
  8. Poland: Dominik Arim – “All Together”
  9. Georgia: Andria Putkaradze – “To My Mom”
  10. Spain: Chloe DelaRosa – “Como la Lola”
  11. Germany: Bjarne – “Save the Best For Us”
  12. Netherlands: Stay Tuned – “Music”
  13. San Marino: Idols SM – “Come noi”
  14. Ukraine: Artem Kotenko – “Hear Me Now”
  15. Portugal: Victoria Nicole – “Esperança”
  16. Ireland – Enya Cox Dempsey – “Le Chéile”
  17. Malta: Ramires Sciberras – “Stilla ċkejkna”

The 22nd edition of the Junior Eurovision Song Contest will be held on November 16 in Madrid, Spain, following the country’s second-place finish last year and the refusal of the winning country, France, to host for the second year in a row. The slogan for this year’s contest is “Let’s Bloom!”, while Ruth Lorenzo, Marc Clotet and Melani Garcia will serve as this year’s hosts.

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Listen to the Spanish version of “Crystal Waters”!

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The Cypriot delegation is currently in Madrid for the technical rehearsals of the 22nd Junior Eurovision Song Contest, and Maria Pissaride’s team has already prepared a lovely surprise for her fans.

In a video shared on her personal social media accounts, Maria is seen dancing to the Spanish version of “Crystal Waters.” This unexpected moment delighted her followers and added a fun and creative touch to Cyprus’s preparations for the contest.

@maria_pissarides The Spanish version of Crystal Waters is out!✨. A special surprise just for you! We were out in the streets of Madrid, singing and dancing to celebrate. Let’s keep the energy alive! #CrystalWaters #JuniorEurovision #MadridMagic #JESC2024 @danai @ciara_econ @♡︎ @adriana_markich44 @Elena Zacharia @Sophia Patsalides @Andreas Anastasiou @Konstantina ♬ original sound – maria_pissarides

With this unique performance, Maria showcases her talent while letting her personality shine, further enhancing Cyprus’s potential in Junior Eurovision 2024.

Maria Pissarides just had her first rehearsal yesterday at Caja Mágica, leaving a great impression and setting the stage for the country’s best result ever at the Junior Eurovision Song Contest.

Cyprus will perform fifth on Saturday night with “Crystal Waters”.

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Junior Eurovision 2024: Day Two of the technical rehearsals at Caja Mágica!

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As the 22nd edition of the Junior Eurovision Song Contest draws near, the excitement is building. Young artists from seventeen countries have gathered in Madrid, preparing to perform live in front of millions of viewers from across Europe and beyond.

These talented artists have been working hard for months in anticipation of this moment, and they are now ready to “bloom”. While, the first nine countries conducted their first technical rehearsals yesterday, artists from the following eight countries took the stage of Caja Mágica today:

  • Ireland
  • France
  • Poland
  • San Marino
  • Netherlands
  • Germany
  • Malta
  • Portugal

The First Rehearsals

In line with the tradition of the adult Eurovision Song Contest, the first rehearsals were closed to the press. As a result, no journalists were allowed to watch the rehearsal sessions, and there were no official rehearsal clips shared by RTVE. This means that, for now, there is no audiovisual footage available to fans, but the official social media channels of Junior Eurovision have shared a few photos offering a sneak peek behind the scenes.

Ireland – Enya Cox Dempsey

Enya Cox Dempsey, dressed in a vibrant pink and purple outfit, was the first artist to take the stage. She is not alone—four female dancers accompany her, suggesting a high-energy dance performance. The backdrop features colorful visuals.

France – Titouan

The Junior Eurovision champions, France, are back with Titouan, aiming to win for the third consecutive year. Titouan wears a white jacket with stamps and is joined by four dancers on stage. The performance is dominated by blue tones.

Poland – Dominik Arim

Dominik Arim from Poland took to the stage in a stylish beige ensemble, accompanied by four female dancers. The LED screens behind them showcase themes inspired by the earth and the sea, adding a natural, immersive element to the performance.

San Marino – Idols SM

The Sanmarinese group, Idols SM, is all about friendship, as their performance reflects the message of their song “Come Noi”. The girls wear matching outfits, creating a strong sense of unity. It is clear that San Marino is bringing a fun and energetic performance to the stage.

Netherlands – Stay Tuned

The Dutch act, Stay Tuned, is bringing a playful twist with matching outfits and full of bright neon colors. Their performance features interesting stage props, including two mirrors, which will likely add a unique visual element.

Germany – Bjarne

Bjarne from Germany also takes to the stage in beige tones, joined by five dancers who perform an extensive dance routine. The performance promises to be colorful and full of movement, with the LED screens displaying beautiful natural landscapes.

Malta – Ramires Sciberras

Ramires takes the stage in a total-black, sparkling outfit, and from what we’ve seen so far, his performance is visually impressive. Snow falls from the ceiling, smoke fills the stage, and dramatic lighting is complemented by a fiery backdrop. Could Malta be this year’s surprise contender? Personally, I think so.

Portugal – Victoria Nicole

Wearing a stunning blue-green dress, Victoria Nicole is the last to take the stage today. Her performance is dramatic, featuring smoke on stage, yet highlighted by a vibrant LED backdrop. Victoria also brings her piano to the stage, adding an intimate and personal touch to her act. The emotional performance is especially meaningful as Victoria wrote the song herself, and she is aiming for Portugal’s first-ever win at Junior Eurovision. Her heartfelt delivery and strong connection to the song make her a standout contender this year.

What’s next?

After the First Rehearsals, the Second Rehearsals will follow. These rehearsals give the artists a final opportunity to perfect their acts before the Dress Rehearsals. Any last-minute changes to the performances can be made during this time.

It is expected that the voting recap video, which will be shown before the live show, will also be filmed during these second rehearsals.

On Friday, November 15, the two Dress Rehearsals will be held. The Dress Rehearsals are full run-throughs of the show from start to finish, including the performances, interval acts, and voting sequence.

Then and it is time for Dress Rehearsals. The First Dress Rehearsal will take place on Friday morning, while the Second Dress Rehearsal will take place in the evening. The Second Dress Rehearsal is particularly important as it is also the Jury Final. This is when the seventeen national juries will watch the full show and cast their votes, which will help determine the final outcome of the competition.

Moreover, on Friday the first phase of the Online Voting will commence and the half of the contest’s outcome will be determined.

Junior Eurovision 2024

Seventeen countries will take part in the 22nd edition of the Junior Eurovision Song Contest:

  1. Italy: Simone Grande – “Pigiama Party”
  2. Estonia: Annabelle – “Tänavad”
  3. Albania: Nikol Çabeli – “Vallëzoj”
  4. Armenia: Leo – “Cosmic Friend”
  5. Cyprus: Maria Pissarides – “Crystal Waters”
  6. France: Titouan – “Comme ci, comme ça”
  7. North Macedonia: Ana and Aleksej – “Marathon”
  8. Poland: Dominik Arim – “All Together”
  9. Georgia: Andria Putkaradze – “To My Mom”
  10. Spain: Chloe DelaRosa – “Como la Lola”
  11. Germany: Bjarne – “Save the Best For Us”
  12. Netherlands: Stay Tuned – “Music”
  13. San Marino: Idols SM – “Come noi”
  14. Ukraine: Artem Kotenko – “Hear Me Now”
  15. Portugal: Victoria Nicole – “Esperança”
  16. Ireland – Enya Cox Dempsey – “Le Chéile”
  17. Malta: Ramires Sciberras – “Stilla ċkejkna”

The 22nd edition of the Junior Eurovision Song Contest will be held on November 16 in Madrid, Spain, following the country’s second-place finish last year and the refusal of the winning country, France, to host for the second year in a row. The slogan for this year’s contest is “Let’s Bloom!”, while Ruth Lorenzo, Marc Clotet and Melani Garcia will serve as this year’s hosts.

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Junior Eurovision 2024: Day One of the technical rehearsals at Caja Mágica!

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As the 22nd edition of the Junior Eurovision Song Contest draws near, the excitement is building. Young artists from seventeen countries have gathered in Madrid, preparing to perform live in front of millions of viewers from across Europe and beyond.

These talented artists have been working hard for months in anticipation of this moment, and they are now ready to “bloom” with half of them having completed their first technical rehearsals at Caja Mágica. Today, artists from the following nine countries took the stage of Caja Mágica:

  • Georgia
  • Cyprus
  • Italy
  • Albania
  • Ukraine
  • Estonia
  • Armenia
  • North Macedonia
  • Spain

The First Rehearsals

In line with the tradition of the adult Eurovision Song Contest, the first rehearsals were closed to the press. As a result, no journalists were allowed to watch the rehearsal sessions, and there were no official rehearsal clips shared by RTVE. This means that, for now, there is no audiovisual footage available to fans, but the official social media channels of Junior Eurovision have shared a few photos offering a sneak peek behind the scenes.

Georgia – Andria Putkaradze

Your first glimpse of Georgia! Andria Putkaradze had his First Rehearsal in Madrid today

Watch #JESC2024 on Saturday 16 November at 18:00 CET and vote for your favourites at jesc.tv! #LetsBloom

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Cyprus – Maria Pissarides

Pics as clear as ‘Crystal Waters’! Here’s what Maria Pissarides’ First Rehearsal looked like for Cyprus

Watch…

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Italy – Simone Grande

It’s Italy’s ‘Pigiama Party’! Some snaps from Simone Grande’s First Rehearsal

Watch #JESC2024 on Saturday 16 November at 18:00 CET and vote for your favourites at jesc.tv! #LetsBloom

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Albania – Nikol Çabeli

Nikol Çabeli stepped onto the #JESC stage for her First Rehearsal today Here’s your preview of Albania

Watch…

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Ukraine – Artem Kotenko

It was Ukraine’s turn for a First Rehearsal in Madrid this afternoon Here’s a sneak peek of what Artem Kotenko has…

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Estonia – Annabelle

ANNABELLE has arrived in Madrid! The Estonian talent had her First Rehearsal today – here’s what it looked like …

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Armenia – Leo

Our ‘Cosmic Friend’ has touched down at the Caja Mágica Here’s what Leo’s First Rehearsal for Armenia looked like …

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North Macedonia – Ana and Aleksej

Ana and Aleksej to the stage please! ‍♂️ ‍♀️ The delightful duo have just had their First Rehearsal for North…

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Spain – Chloe DelaRosa

What’s next?

Tomorrow, the remaining eight countries will rehearse at the stage of Caja Mágica. After the First Rehearsals, the Second Rehearsals will follow. These rehearsals give the artists a final opportunity to perfect their acts before the Dress Rehearsals. Any last-minute changes to the performances can be made during this time.

It is expected that the voting recap video, which will be shown before the live show, will also be filmed during these second rehearsals.

On Friday, November 15, the two Dress Rehearsals will be held. The Dress Rehearsals are full run-throughs of the show from start to finish, including the performances, interval acts, and voting sequence.

Then and it is time for Dress Rehearsals. The First Dress Rehearsal will take place on Friday morning, while the Second Dress Rehearsal will take place in the evening. The Second Dress Rehearsal is particularly important as it is also the Jury Final. This is when the seventeen national juries will watch the full show and cast their votes, which will help determine the final outcome of the competition.

Moreover, on Friday the first phase of the Online Voting will commence and the half of the contest’s outcome will be determined.

Junior Eurovision 2024

Seventeen countries will take part in the 22nd edition of the Junior Eurovision Song Contest:

  1. Italy: Simone Grande – “Pigiama Party”
  2. Estonia: Annabelle – “Tänavad”
  3. Albania: Nikol Çabeli – “Vallëzoj”
  4. Armenia: Leo – “Cosmic Friend”
  5. Cyprus: Maria Pissarides – “Crystal Waters”
  6. France: Titouan – “Comme ci, comme ça”
  7. North Macedonia: Ana and Aleksej – “Marathon”
  8. Poland: Dominik Arim – “All Together”
  9. Georgia: Andria Putkaradze – “To My Mom”
  10. Spain: Chloe DelaRosa – “Como la Lola”
  11. Germany: Bjarne – “Save the Best For Us”
  12. Netherlands: Stay Tuned – “Music”
  13. San Marino: Idols SM – “Come noi”
  14. Ukraine: Artem Kotenko – “Hear Me Now”
  15. Portugal: Victoria Nicole – “Esperança”
  16. Ireland – Enya Cox Dempsey – “Le Chéile”
  17. Malta: Ramires Sciberras – “Stilla ċkejkna”

The 22nd edition of the Junior Eurovision Song Contest will be held on November 16 in Madrid, Spain, following the country’s second-place finish last year and the refusal of the winning country, France, to host for the second year in a row. The slogan for this year’s contest is “Let’s Bloom!”, while Ruth Lorenzo, Marc Clotet and Melani Garcia will serve as this year’s hosts.

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