Published: 7 May 2024
BBC Studios will once again produce the BBC’s coverage of the biggest and most watched song competition in the world following the 67th Eurovision Song Contest which was hosted by the BBC in Liverpool, on behalf of Ukraine in May 2023.
Following Loreen’s victory in Liverpool with the song Tattoo, the 68th edition of the Contest will be taking place in Sweden, culminating in the Grand Final which will be broadcast live from Malmö Arena. This will be the seventh time Sweden hosts the Contest and this year it'll be hosted by a Hollywood star and an iconic Eurovision-veteran; Malin Åkerman and Petra Mede will together lead the three broadcasts, live from Malmö Arena.
All three live programmes - both Semi Finals and the Grand Final - will once again be broadcast live on BBC One and BBC iPlayer in 2024.
How to watch the Eurovision 2024 Semi-Finals on TV and iPlayer and listen on Radio and BBC Sounds
On Tuesday 7 and Thursday 9 May, the Eurovision 2024 Semi-Finals will be hosted by commentators Scott Mills and Rylan, live on BBC One and BBC iPlayer.
Over on BBC Radio 2 and BBC Sounds, Richie Anderson will be taking the reins for the first time and leading the commentary on the airwaves.
You can watch and listen to all the action across BBC One, BBC iPlayer, BBC Radio 2 and BBC Sounds from 8pm on Tuesday 7 and Thursday 9 May.
- Read more:Scott Mills, Rylan and Richie Anderson on what to expect from the world’s biggest music competition
Eurovision 2024 Semi-Final Line Up
The First Semi-Final takes place on 7 May 2024 and 15 countries will compete.
- Croatia
- Cyprus
- Ireland
- Lithuania
- Poland
- Serbia
- Ukraine
- Australia
- Azerbaijan
- Finland
- Iceland
- Luxembourg
- Moldova
- Portugal
- Slovenia
Audiences in the United Kingdom, Germany, Sweden and non participating countries grouped in a 'Rest of the World' category will be able to vote in this Semi-Final, along with audiences from the participating countries.
Benjamin Ingrosso, who previously represented Sweden at Eurovision, will perform during the interval.
The Second Semi-Final on 9 May 2024 features 16 countries competing for a spot in the Grand Final.
- Albania
- Armenia
- Austria
- Czechia
- Denmark
- Greece
- Malta
- Switzerland
- Belgium
- Estonia
- Georgia
- Israel
- Latvia
- Netherlands
- Norway
- San Marino
Audiences in France, Italy, Spain and non participating countries grouped in a 'Rest of the World' category will be able to vote in this Semi-Final, along with audiences from the participating countries.
In the Second Semi-Final, the audience will have the opportunity to participate in the world's biggest sing along, together with three iconic Eurovision queens – Helena Paparizou, Sertab Erener and Charlotte Perrelli.
United Kingdom to performsong in fullin Semi-Final for first time
For the very first time, the artists from the Big Five countries - France, Germany, Italy, Spain and the United Kingdom - plus host nation Sweden - will each perform their entries in full live during the Semi-Finals. Olly Alexander will perform the United Kingdom’s song Dizzy during the First Semi-Final on Tuesday 7 May 2024.
The Big Five and Sweden will perform as follows:
First Semi-Final
- Germany
- Sweden
- United Kingdom
Second Semi-Final
- France
- Italy
- Spain
Thesethree additional performances in each Semi-Final will be slotted in between the competing countries’ acts. The Big Five plus Sweden automatically qualify for the Grand Final, so whilst they will perform their song in full live, these countries will notcompete for votes in the Semi-Finals and will not be part of the Semi-Finalvotingsequences.
How to watch the Eurovision Grand Final 2024 on TV and BBC iPlayer and listen on Radio and BBC Sounds
On Saturday 11 May, the Grand Final will be hosted by commentator Graham Norton, live on BBC One and BBC iPlayer.
Over on BBC Radio 2 and BBC Sounds, Scott Mills and Rylan will be leading the commentary on the airwaves.
You can follow all the action live from Malmö from 8pm across the BBC.
- Read more:Eurovision 2024 across the BBC
- Read more:United Kingdom participation in Eurovision 2024 is confirmed
Eurovision 2024 Grand Final Running Order
Sweden will be the first country to perform in the Grand Final, following a random draw for the host country.
The full running orders of the First and Second Semi-Finals and Grand Final will be determined at a later date.
Eurovision 2024 Voting Window Changes
During the Grand Final on Saturday 11 May, voting will open just before the first song is performed. Viewers at home will be able to cast their votes as the songs are performed, rather than waiting until all entries have been presented, as has been the case since public voting was introduced in 1997 (except in 2010 and 2011 when voting also began at the start of the show).
Olly Alexander represents the UK at Eurovision 2024 with Dizzy
Olly Alexander, will represent the United Kingdom at the 68th Eurovision Song Contest in Malmö, Sweden in May 2024.
Olly revealed the news during the Grand Final of BBC One’s Strictly Come Dancing on Saturday 16 December 2023 to a delighted studio audience and to the millions of viewers watching at home.
Olly's UK Eurovision song, Dizzy, is co-written with Danny L Harle.
- Read more:Olly Alexander will represent the United Kingdom at Eurovision 2024
- Read more:Olly Alexander releases Eurovision 2024 entry Dizzy
Joanna Lumley is the UK Jury spokesperson for Eurovision 2024
Multi-award winning actor, Joanna Lumley, will be joining the BBC Eurovision family as the United Kingdom’s Eurovision spokesperson, where she will deliver the results of the UK’s National Jury live during the Grand Final on Saturday 11 May 2024.
A long term fan of Eurovision, Joanna Lumley is already getting into the mood for her iconic Spokesperson role. Joanna says: “Good Evening Malmö, it's Joanna here! I am delighted to be announcing the jury vote for the UK at this year's Eurovision. It's such a fabulous honour to give the iconic 'douze points'!"
Joanna follows in the illustrious footsteps of previous spokespeople which includes Catherine Tate, AJ Odudu, Amanda Holden, Nigella Lawson, Mel Giedroyc, Richard Osman, Alex Jones, Cheryl Baker and Katrina Leskanich from Katrina & The Waves amongst many others.
Olly Alexander’s Road to Eurovision ‘24
This revealing film follows high profile pop star, Olly Alexander, as he navigates the road to representing the United Kingdom at the biggest song contest in the world, the Eurovision Song Contest.
In the months leading up to the competition, the cameras are given exclusive access to Olly as he prepares for one of the most important performances of his life. We see Olly embark on the Eurovision promotional circuit as he releases his song, “Dizzy”. He must juggle huge press attention, and perform at Eurovision Pre-Parties in Madrid and London, whilst preparing for the big event in May, at the Malmö Arena in Sweden.
The Big Eurovision Party
Straight from the Ziggo Dome in Amsterdam, Eurovision legends come together to celebrate the rich musical legacy of the iconic event.
The Big Eurovision Party is a celebration of music, energy and excitement as the artists take the stage to perform some of the most memorable songs from the past while Rylan catches up with some of them backstage.
With performances by Conchita Wurst, Johnny Logan, Käärijä, Måns Zelmerlöw, Cornelia Jakobs, Gjon’s Tears, Alessandra, Rosa Linn and many more. You do not want to miss this party!
