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Eurovision 2025: The hosts to be revealed on 20th of January!

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The hosts of Eurovision Song Contest 2025 in Basel are going to be revealed on 20th of January.

The national broadcaster of Switzerland, SRG SSR, revealed on ESC Discord channel, on Discord platform, that the announcement of the hosts of the 2025 Eurovision Song Contest is scheduled on Molday 20th of January. The announcement is going to take place during a press event broadcast live on the official Eurovision YouTube channel at 15:00 CET.

The Eurovision Song Contest 2025 is going to take place in Basel Switzerland on the below days:

  • Tuesday 13th of May – A’ Semi-Final
  • Thursday 15th of May – B’ Semi-Final
  • Saturday 17th of May – Final 

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Eurovision 2025: Soon to be announced – stage, tickets, and the presenters!

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As 2024 comes to a close, preparations for the Eurovision Song Contest 2025 in Basel are already underway. Switzerland is getting ready to host Europe’s biggest music celebration, and some details about the competition are gradually being revealed.

According to the Swiss newspaper Blick, Edi Estermann, Head of Communications for Eurovision 2025, confirmed that on Monday, the organizers from SRG will present the stage design, visual identity, sound, and ticket information for the contest.

However, the names of the presenters who will host the grand competition on television will remain a secret for now. Specifically, the names will be announced in January. Estermann revealed that the hosting role has generated a lot of interest, describing it as

probably the most sought-after job in the Swiss entertainment industry right now

In an online poll conducted by Blick, 45% of users expressed their preference for long-time SRF presenter Sven Epiney to take on the hosting role. Epiney has been commenting on the contest since 2008 for SRF and is seen as a key figure for Eurovision in the German-speaking part of Switzerland. For many, it seems clear that he should host the contest in Basel.

However, his potential selection has also been met with some internal criticism from SRF and SRG. What works for the Swiss audience may not necessarily be suitable for the international stage. A long-standing commentator is seen as the face of Eurovision, but that doesn’t automatically guarantee the role of host. This was evident after Conchita Wurst’s victory in 2014. The following year, there was great surprise in Austria when Andi Knoll, who had been commenting on the biggest TV entertainment event in the world for ORF audiences since 1999, was not part of the presentation team in Vienna.

In any case, all that’s left is to wait for the official announcements in January, when the names of the hosts for Eurovision 2025 will be revealed.

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Source: Blick

Eurovision 2025: Helvetia announced as official partner of the contest!

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Helvetia has been announced as an official partner of the Eurovision Song Contest 2025, set to take place in Basel, Switzerland! Read more

Eurovision 2025: Florian Wieder to design the stage of the contest!

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For yet another year, German designer, Florian Wieder, will be in charge of the design of the stage, for Eurovision Song Contest 2025, to be held in Basel, Switzerland.

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Eurovision 2025: Novartis is the official sponsor for the competition in Basel!

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A few hours ago the EBU announced its official sponsor for the Eurovision 2025 contest that will take place in Basel next May. The pharmaceutical company Novartis will be the “official partner” of the competition!

Martin Österdahl, head of the organisation of the 2025 contest, said specifically:

‘We are thrilled to announce Novartis as an official partner of the Eurovision Song Contest 2025! With their headquarters in next year’s Host City, it’s great to have Novartis, a global leader in healthcare, supporting the Contest in Basel. This partnership marks an exciting collaboration between two iconic brands known for their commitment to innovation and excellence. Together, we stand for a vision of unity, hope, and the belief that through collaboration, we can achieve extraordinary things.’

The choice of Novartis was made in the unifying spirit promoted by Eurovision and is closely linked to the company’s identity, which is based in the city that will host the contest. Novartis actively promotes diversity and a sense of belonging as an employer of people from all countries of the world. Through this commitment, it fosters cultural diversity and creates an environment where all employees feel accepted and respected.

Rob Kowalski, Chief People & Organization Officer at Novartis, said:

‘Novartis is honoured to be an official partner of the 2025 Eurovision Song Contest in Basel – our home city. Both our organisations were born in Switzerland and believe deeply in the power of collaboration and bringing people together.’

 

Reto Peritz and Moritz Stadler, executive producers of SRG, said of the partnership:

‘We are delighted to welcome Novartis on board and are excited about their commitment and engagement. Their support will play a key role in helping us reach our goals and make a meaningful impact.’

The city of Basel will host the 69th Eurovision Song Contest in May 2025 after Nemo’s victory with The Code.

Source: Eurovision.Tv

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Switzerland: The referendum against Eurovision 2025 on 24th of November!

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The referendum against the Council’s decision to approve the expenditure for the organization of the Eurovision Song Contest 2025 in Basel is about to take place. Voters are going to vote on this and two other cantonal and four federal proposals on November 24, 2024. At the same time, the second round of general renewal elections for the Governing Council is going to take place.

The request for a referendum was submitted today with the gathering of the required 2,000 signatures. A total of 3,912 valid signatures were counted. At the same time this weekend a vote is going be held, under the popular initiative of the canton “for more musical diversity” (“für mehr Musikvielfalt”), on the partial revision of the cantonal constitution regarding the right to vote and be elected to foreign residents as well as on four federal bills.

Election papers will be packed and sent next Monday. By the end of the week, the voters will have received the documents.

Source: Kanton Basel-Stadt 

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Eurovision 2025: More than 3,000 have applied for volunteers!

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More than 3,000 persons have already apllied to become volunteers at the Eurovision Song Contest 2025 in Basel, Switzerland!

One month has already passed since the opening of the applications for volunteers for Eurovision 2025 and more than 3,000 individuals have already signed up. The Event Manager of Basel, Beat Läuchli, explained that he is encouraged by the enthusiasm that Basel has shown so far toward the hosting of the event.

In his interview Beat Läuchli confirmed that the plans for the supporting events related to Eurovision are under way. The city of Basel plans to invite former Eurovision contestants to appear in numerous public event around the city. Further information regarding the hosting plans of Basel are to be announced within the coming months.

As far as the skills of the volunteers are conserned, the knowledge of the German language will be a top priority, but the knowledge of French, Italian, English or any other langyage will also be taken into account. Those interested to apply for volunteers are able to do so, by clicking the link here.

Source: swissinfo

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Eurovision 2025: Michelle Hunziker would like to host the Contest!

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During Switzerland Tourism’s fall campaign, Michelle Hunziker, famous Swiss-Italian TV host and model, visited Zurich and talked about the Eurovision Song Contest! Read more

Eurovision 2025: Basel Grand Council approved funding for Eurovision hosting!

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Eurovision Song Contest 2025 is one step closer, after today’s meeting of the Grand Council of Basel-Stadt, in which, among other things, the funding for Eurovision hosting was approved. Read more

The reaction of Basel’s executive council members to finding out that their city is going to host Eurovsion 2025!

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SRG SSR shared the moment of Basel’s executive council’s reaction to hearing that the city is going to host the Eurovision Song Contest 2025!

A few hours after the much-anticipated revelation that Basel had been chosen to host Europe’s biggest music competition, Switzerland’s national broadcaster shared footage of the reaction of members of the city’s executive council.

The competition is going to take place in St. Jakobshalle on 13, 15 and 17 May 2025. 

Don’t miss tonight’s LIVE TALK at 22:00 EET  to comment together on the city’s announcement for the 69th Eurovision Song Contest as well as all the latest news of the week!

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