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Basel Announced as Host City for Eurovision 2025!
Basel has been officially selected as the host city for the 69th Eurovision Song Contest, as announced just moments ago by the European Broadcasting Union (EBU) and Swiss public broadcaster SRG-SSR.
Selection Process
Forty days ago, Basel and Geneva emerged as the two finalist cities in SRG-SSR’s selection process to determine the host for the 69th Eurovision Song Contest, set to take place in Switzerland next May. After weeks of anticipation, the mystery has been solved, and Basel will welcome the biggest televised event in Europe next spring.
Dates
The 69th Eurovision Song Contest is scheduled for the second/third week of May. The first semi-final will be held on Tuesday, 13th May, the second semi-final on Thursday, 15th May, and the grand final will take place on Saturday, 17th May.
Venue
The contest will be hosted at St. Jakobshalle, an arena located in Münchenstein, near Basel. Primarily used for indoor sports and concert events, St. Jakobshalle originally opened in September 1976 with a capacity of 9,000 people. Following renovations, the venue can now accommodate up to 12,400 spectators and has hosted numerous concerts and sports events, including the Swiss Indoors men’s tennis tournament.
Statements
Martin Österdahl, Executive Supervisor of the Eurovision Song Contest said:
”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.’
Conradin Cramer, President of the Government of Basel said:
‘It is a great honour for Basel to be able to host the world’s biggest live music event! We are looking forward to this fantastic opportunity to present Basel to the world as a cosmopolitan city of culture in the heart of Europe. As an open city in the border triangle of Germany, France and Switzerland, we overcome borders of all kinds every day. This fits in perfectly with the Eurovision Song Contest. We are already looking forward to welcoming our guests from all over Europe: welcome to Basel!’
Reto Peritz and Moritz Stadler, SRG SSR’s Joint Executive Producers of the 2025 Eurovision Song Contest, added:
‘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.’
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=l6ff8tNCY2M
What Do You Think?
How do you feel about Basel being chosen as the host city for the 69th Eurovision Song Contest? Share your thoughts in the comments!
Source: Eurovision.tv
Eurovision 2025: Host City announcement to take place on August 30!
We are now officially a few weeks away from knowing the first major detail about the upcoming Eurovision Song Contest. We are of course talking about the announcement of the host city of the next Contest, which seems to be really close!
In particular, SRG SSR, the public broadcaster of Switzerland, announced through a post on their social media accounts, the exact date of this announcement. In one month from now, this long-awaited announcement is going to take place, namely, on August 30:
The two cities left in the race are Basel and Geneva. Whichever of the two cities chosen in the end, for yet another year, the capital of the hosting country, will not host the Contest.
Which city would you like to see host Eurovision 2025? Write us in the comments!
Stay tuned to Eurovisionfun for all developments regarding Eurovision 2025, in Geneva or Basel!
Basel and Geneva: Finalists for Eurovision Song Contest 2025 Host City
Basel and Geneva have been selected as the two finalist cities in SRG’s ongoing process to determine the host city for the Eurovision Song Contest in Switzerland in May 2025. The final decision will be made public in late August.
Selection Process Details
Cities had until the end of June to submit their bids to SRG, based on a comprehensive set of requirements. The evaluation focused on:
- Arena concept
- Public transport links
- Sustainability
- Available hotel accommodation
- Security and waste disposal plans
- Investment
- Event experience
- Citywide support and enthusiasm
Thorough Assessment
Proposals from Basel, Geneva, Zurich, and Berne/Biel were carefully examined by an ESC core team working group. The review included both quantitative and qualitative factors, as well as the cities’ commitment and innovative ideas to ensure ESC 2025 is a standout event.
The review process was overseen by PricewaterhouseCoopers (PwC). Following the recommendation of the core team, the ESC 2025 Steering Committee, led by SRG Director General Gilles Marchand, chose Basel and Geneva as the leading candidates.
Significant Investment – Economic Opportunities
Reto Peritz and Moritz Stadler, co-executive producers of ESC 2025, personally informed the finalist cities of their status and outlined the next steps. The project team remains available to assist Zurich and Berne/Biel with any planned Eurovision-related activities, such as public viewings.
Hosting the Eurovision Song Contest is a major investment but promises substantial economic benefits. According to a study by the University of Liverpool, the Eurovision Song Contest 2023 brought an economic boost of EUR 62 million to Liverpool. In May 2023, 175,000 hotel rooms were booked in the city, and 600 jobs were created over the year.
Celebrating Diversity and Unity
The Eurovision Song Contest in May 2025 aims to be a grand celebration for the host city and an event that promotes diversity, music, and culture. It seeks to unite people and foster a sense of community.
Stay updated with Eurovisionfun for all the latest news on the Eurovision Song Contest 2025!
Source: SRG-SSR
Eurovision 2025: Almost half of the Swiss population doesn’t want the Contest to take place in their country!
Despite the country’s victory in the Contest, according to a survey conducted by a local newspaper, almost half of the Swiss population is not positive about the hosting of Eurovision Song Contest in their country.
Eurovision 2025: Is the contest taking place on May 17?
After Nemo‘s triumph in Malmö, Switzerland will have the great honor of hosting Eurovision for the first time since 1989. But when will the Contest take place and which are the most likely days?
According to the Swiss newspaper NZZ, the Eurovision Song Contest 2025 looks set to take place during the week of May 11-18, with the three shows being broadcast on May 13, 15 and 17. If the above dates are the correct ones, the Turquoise Carpet will be held on Sunday 11th May. The other possible dates are May 6th, 8th and 10th, but it’s relatively early.
Of course, neither the EBU nor the SRG-SSR have confirmed the official dates of Eurovision 2025. Today is the deadline for cities interested in hosting to submit their proposals to the Swiss public television.
The cities that have declared their interest in claiming the hosting of the Contest are:
- Zurich
- Bern & Biel
- Geneva
- Basel
https://youtu.be/CO_qJf-nW0k
Stay tuned on Eurovisionfun for all the news regarding the Eurovision Song Contest 2025, in Switzerland!
Source: nzz.ch
Eurovision 2025: Zürich is the favourite city to host, according to the betting odds!
Even though the city of Zürich, has not yet confirmed that it will claim the hosting of Eurovision 2025, it is already the favourite of the betting companies, to win this process and host next year’s contest.
Eurovision 2025: Cities interested in hosting have received a detailed requirements catalogue!
Preparations for Eurovision 2025 have already started in Switzerland and on its public broadcaster, SRG SSR, and we are already one step closer to knowing the first important detail about the upcoming contest, the host city! Read more
Eurovision 2025: Bern encouraged to host by Biel and the Canton of Bern!
Preparations for Eurovision 2025 are already underway in Switzerland, and of course, the first phase is finding the right city to host the Contest. Read more
