Bangkok will host the first-ever Eurovision Song Contest Asia in 2026, the European Broadcasting Union (EBU) announced on Tuesday. The event will be organised in partnership with Voxovation, S2O Productions, and Thailand’s Channel 3.
Broadcasters from 10 countries across Asia have already confirmed their participation, with more expected to join in the coming months. Each country will bring its own voice, identity and storytelling to the stage. The Grand Final is scheduled for Saturday, 14 November 2026, with participating broadcasters selecting their entries through national finals in the months leading up to the event.
The contest will feature artists from South Korea, Thailand, the Philippines, Vietnam, Malaysia, Cambodia, Laos, Bangladesh, Nepal and Bhutan. It is the first time Eurovision will expand outside Europe, aiming to showcase Asia’s diversity, creativity and cultural energy.
Martin Green, director of the Eurovision Song Contest at the EBU, said the Asian edition marks a new chapter in the contest’s 70-year history. “This is about evolving Eurovision together with Asia, building something that reflects the voices, identities and ambitions of the region, while staying true to what has always made the Contest special,” he said.
Peter Settman, CEO and co-founder of Voxovation, added that the show will connect artists and fans across borders through participation and community engagement. The contest’s social partner, ZOOP, will provide a platform where audiences can engage with artists, join fan communities, and be recognised for their participation.
Bangkok was chosen as host city for its blend of tradition and modernity, offering a natural home for a contest built on cultural exchange. Officials say hosting the event will boost international visibility, tourism and Thailand’s creative industries.
Chuwit Sirivajjakul, deputy governor for policy and planning at the Thailand Tourism Authority, welcomed the announcement. “Bangkok has always been a place where cultures come together, where music fills the air, and where celebration is part of everyday life. Eurovision Song Contest Asia embodies that spirit, and we are proud to welcome it home,” he said.
The confirmed broadcasters are Channel 3 (Thailand), ENA (South Korea), Media Prima/TV3 (Malaysia), ABS-CBN (Philippines), VTV3 (Vietnam), TV5 Cambodia, Vientiane Capital Television (Laos), NTV (Bangladesh), Bhutan Broadcasting Service (Bhutan) and Himalaya TV (Nepal). Additional countries will be announced in the coming weeks.