Tickets for Vienna 2026
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Tickets for the 70th Eurovision Song Contest have sold out across all nine shows, in record time!
Interested ticket buyers had until 23:59 CET on Thursday 18 December 2025 to register for tickets at eurovision.com
Those who registered successfully but were not able to purchase tickets when they went on sale on Tuesday 13 January will have another opportunity in the coming months when a small number of tickets will go on sale.
Access to this sale will only be granted to those who took part in the initial Eurofan sign-up and ticket registration in 2025.
Please Note:
Avoid all other third-party websites. An official resale platform will be announced in the coming months.
Should you wish to book a hotel for your stay in Vienna you can find many options on the website of our official accommodation partner Congrex.
If you managed to purchase tickets but have questions relating to your order or attendance, further information can be found below in our Ticket FAQs below. Further information can be found on the website of our official ticketing partner, oeticket.
The 70th Eurovision Song Contest will take place in Vienna, Austria, thanks to JJ who scored victory at Basel 2025 for his country with the song Wasted Love. This means that the 2026 edition will be hosted by Austrian broadcaster ORF.
Venue: Wiener Stadthalle, Vienna, Austria
The Eurovision Song Contest isn't just one Saturday night spectacular... it isn't even just the three broadcast Semi-Finals and Grand Final... it's actually nine arena shows across the Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday and Saturday of Eurovision week!
This means fans have plenty of opportunities to watch an arena show and can also enjoy their time in the Host City without everything being focused around the Grand Final live show.
The Arena Shows in 2026 will be:
First Semi-Final: Tuesday 12 May, 21:00 CEST
- Evening Preview: Monday 11 May, 21:00 CEST
- Afternoon Preview: Tuesday 12 May, 15:00 CEST
- Live Broadcast: Tuesday 12 May, 21:00 CEST
Second Semi-Final: Thursday 14 May, 21:00 CEST
- Evening Preview: Wednesday 13 May, 21:00 CEST
- Afternoon Preview: Thursday 14 May, 15:00 CEST
- Live Broadcast: Thursday 14 May, 21:00 CEST
Grand Final: Saturday 16 May, 21:00 CEST
- Evening Preview: Friday 15 May, 21:00 CEST
- Afternoon Preview: Saturday 16 May, 12:00 (noon) CEST
- Live Broadcast: Saturday 16 May, 21:00 CEST
What's the difference between the shows?
The Evening Preview (previously known as the ‘Jury Show’) is a full run through of the show that takes place the night before the televised version. It’s when the international juries cast their votes for the participants that are announced in the live Grand Final. Audiences can stay for a randomized version of the qualifier/points reveals, as the presenters rehearse for different scenarios.
The Afternoon Preview (previously known as the ‘Family Show’) is a full run through of the show that takes place earlier in the day of the Live TV Show; it serves as one final rehearsal for the artists and crew, and as the name suggests, it’s much more convenient for those who wish to bring younger Eurovision fans. Again, the Family Show features a randomly generated presentation of the qualifiers and points.
The Live Broadcast is exactly that: a live broadcast television show. Audiences across Europe (and Australia) will get to cast their votes to add to the Jury scores. No randomizations this time - it's all for real!
Interest in Eurovision tickets is always high, but as fans who have travelled to a Contest before will tell you: traditionally it can be easier to secure tickets for the Preview shows. These shows have all of the content and performances of the broadcast shows, but leave you free to watch the Live Broadcast TV Show as it was intended… on the television!
For the Live Broadcast and Evening Previews, the minimum age of attendees is 14 years old. For the Afternoon Previews the minimum age is 3, but children under 12 are not allowed to stay beyond 17:00 and cannot be in the standing area. For the Live Broadcast, any child under 16 must be accompanied by an adult. And all children under 12 must have hearing protection brought by their legal guardians.
We want to make the Eurovision Song Contest accessible to everyone. Wheelchair tickets will be available for purchase online, and the ticket registration process at the top of the page should be followed for those tickets, too. The Eurovision Song Contest has also set itself the goal of making all nine performances accessible to visitors with hearing or visual impairments. As this is still in the planning stage, we will provide further information at a later date.
Safety around the purchasing of tickets
Registration for ticket sales was only possible on official platforms eurovision.com and oeticket.com until 18 December 2025.
Anyone who has not registered by then cannot purchase tickets. Any tempting offers and secret allocations on social networks and online platforms, often sold at inflated prices, will all be fake.
Most Common Scammer Tricks
Experience from cyber experts shows that the number of fake shops and ticket offers increases around major events, with fraudsters creating deceptively authentic copies of ticket websites. Buyers pay but never receive a ticket – or they receive a fake that gets them turned away at the entrance.
Emails from supposed organisers promising prizes or last-minute tickets should also be ignored – these are phishing emails. A quick look at the email address is usually enough to spot the fraud.
A threat beyond ticket sales is so-called 'quishing' – where criminals cover real QR codes at parking metres, e-charging stations, or on tables in restaurants with their own stickers. An innocent scan of a supposed 'ESC info' (or something similarly named) with your phone, then leads to fake banking pages that steal sensitive data.
Central Contact Points for Tips and Help
Security at the 70th Eurovision Song Contest is a shared responsibility. While ORF secures the technical infrastructure, public participation is a crucial factor. "Security is a team sport," says Martin Pils, Head of Cyber Security for Vienna 2026, "we rely on tips from the public because we can't see everything."
To identify fraud patterns early and offer help, a network of contact points has been established:
Reporting Point:
- Please immediately send suspicious emails or websites related to Eurovision ticket sales to ORF's central address: esc-cybersecurity@orf.at
- To report a criminal offense, any police station can be contacted, or online via the Federal Criminal Police Office's reporting center for internet crime at: against-cybercrime@bmi.gv.at
Help & Advice:
- For concrete support and advice, the City of Vienna's Cybercrime Helpline is available at telephone number 01 4000-4006. www.wien.gv.at/kontakt/cybercrime-helpline
Information:
- Current warnings about online traps are continuously listed by Watchlist Internet on their platform www.watchlist-internet.at
Ticket FAQs
The 70th Eurovision Song Contest will be hosted by ORF at the Wiener Stadthalle, in Vienna, Austria, on Tuesday 12, Thursday 14 and Saturday 16 May 2026.
There will be tickets available for a total of nine shows. You will be able to buy tickets for the Live TV Shows (on 12, 14 and 16 May) as well as the Afternoon Preview Shows (on 12, 14, 16 May) and Evening Preview Shows (on 11, 13 and 15 May).
A maximum of four tickets for all shows can be purchased per account. You are able to buy tickets for multiple shows, but at a maximum of four (4) tickets in total per order/code/email address/person.
For example, if you book two (2) tickets in one (1) order, your code will then become invalid, as the code is only valid for one order. You cannot purchase another two (2) tickets in a second order. If you would like to book seats for different shows as part of your four (4) tickets, you must do so in one order BEFORE making payment. Your code will become invalid once you make your payment.
Information on registration and how to get an access code can be found higher up in these FAQs.
Please note that you can only register once for all ticket sales; there will be no new registration period for new sales that happen after the first sale on 13 January.
Please note: the access code doesn’t guarantee you tickets!
No, codes are non-transferable and cannot be shared.
No. Only one (1) code can be processed during each order.
An order is defined as any booking (1-4 tickets) that has been completed with payment. It is important to note that only one order is possible per code. If you would like to book seats for different shows within your four (4) tickets, you must do so in one order BEFORE making payment. Your code will expire once payment has been made.
For example, if you book two (2) tickets in one (1) order, your code will lose its validity because you already booked two (2) tickets and the code is only valid for one (1) order; you cannot book four (4) tickets in two (2) separate orders. If you want to have tickets for different shows, you need to book these in one (1) order with a maximum of four (4) tickets in total.
You can find your access code by logging in to your Eurofan account on eurovision.com, under 'Tickets'.
If this does not work, please contact our customer service department via eurofan@eurovision.com.
As you enter the booking page and tickets are in your online basket, you will have 15 minutes to finalise your order. Please keep your payment details ready.
Memory tickets are available for Eurovision Song Contest 2026 events that are delivered via the electronic delivery method oeticket.pass. A memory ticket serves as an exclusive souvenir. You can easily add it to your shopping cart during the purchase process. It is free of charge; only the shipping costs apply. Please note, however, that memory tickets will only be shipped after the Eurovision Song Contest 2026. Therefore, please make sure to provide a correct delivery address. It is not possible to order the memory ticket at a later date.
The Hospitality Upgrade includes free drinks and catering two hours before all shows, and for the Evening Preview and Live Shows, also two hours after the show. Guests can enjoy an exclusive entrance, access to a lounge with DJ entertainment and surprise Eurovision Song Contest acts and receive an official hospitality wristband.
During this year’s ticket sale, you can exclusively order the Friends of Eurovision Package – your practical companion for the world’s biggest music event in Vienna.
The package includes a stylish bandana, a practical phone lanyard, and a compact pouch for your most important belongings. This way, you’re perfectly equipped and automatically in line with the Eurovision Song Contest’s no-bag policy.
Order the Friends of Eurovision bag exclusively together with your ticket now – limited availability, only while stocks last!
The following payment methods will be available:
Credit card, online banking, PayPal, Klarna, Google/Apple Pay
Tickets for the Eurovision Song Contest 2026 events are available exclusively in digital form as oeticket.pass. This means you cannot download a PDF and print it and you cannot make a screenshot of the QR-code stated on the ticket.
You can find your tickets in the oeticket.app. If you have more than one (1) ticket, please note that each ticket must be personalised and transferred to the correct person. You will be able to forward your tickets in good time before the event.
You have to show your ticket at the entrance on your mobile phone in combination with your ID. More info about the oeticket.pass can be found here https://www.oeticket.com/campaign/oeticket-app/
The QR code will activate at the latest two (2) hours before doors open. Please connect your mobile device to the internet to update the ticketing app.
Yes, a name change feature will be available in good time before the event. Further information on this will follow.
Please contact esc@oeticket.com
There are no discounted tickets for the shows. Every visitor pays the same price according to the selected category.
- Children under the age of 3 are not permitted to attend due to the lighting effects, noise levels, and other show effects that are not suitable for this age group.
- 3 - 14 years: may only attend when accompanied by an adult and only in seated areas.
- 14 - 16 years: may attend all shows except the Final Show (live broadcast TV show) in the seated area alone. In the standing area and at the Final Show (live broadcast TV shows), young people between the ages of 14 and 16 must be accompanied by an adult.
- 16 years and older: no admission restrictions
Parents/guardians must provide their own hearing protection for children under 12 years of age. The use of earmuffs is recommended.
The Eurovision Song Contest venue is accessible, and the designated audience areas are wheelchair accessible. Wheelchair tickets will be available for purchase online. Information about registration and how to obtain your access code can be found here in the FAQ.
Please note: The wheelchair ticket is valid for the wheelchair user. There will be no discounted tickets. Each wheelchair user has the option of booking a free ticket for one (1) accompanying person during the online purchase process. Please note that eligibility for wheelchair tickets will be checked at the entrance. Please have appropriate proof (e.g., disability pass) ready. Without appropriate proof, access to wheelchair seats may be denied.
Important note regarding the seating area:
Assistance dogs (guide dogs, service dogs, and signal dogs) are also allowed in the wheelchair seating area. These animals are registered in the disability pass, specially trained, and support their owners during the event. Assistance dogs that are identified as such are not required to wear a leash or muzzle.
Accompanying persons
If you require an accompanying person to attend the event due to your disability, please contact us by phone at +43 (0) 1 96096 202 or by email at esc@oeticket.com
There you will receive all the information you need to purchase tickets for yourself and one (1) accompanying person. Proof (e.g., disability card) with a corresponding additional entry indicating the need for an accompanying person will be checked at the entrance. Without appropriate proof, admission may be refused.
The Eurovision Song Contest is committed to creating an inclusive and accessible event for everyone and we encourage all fans to buy tickets.
Please purchase your ticket online and indicate any special requirements, such as those listed below, in an email to ticketing.esc@orf.at:
International sign language interpreter
Induction loop system
Accompanying person (not included)
Seated/standing ticket
As this is still in the planning stage, we will provide further information at a later date. We have set ourselves the goal of making all nine performances accessible to visitors with hearing or visual impairments.
Yes, that is possible. Advance registration is required, presenting a disability pass with an additional entry for the assistance dog or a comparable international document as proof of access rights and the allocation of appropriate seats. At the same time, it must be expressly pointed out that stroboscopic light and fog effects are used, which can cause irritation to the animal, and that sources of noise cannot be avoided.
A wheelchair ticket must be purchased for the visit, which is selected during the booking process like a ticket for a wheelchair user, even if there is another form of disability that requires an assistance dog. This means that a free ticket for one (1) accompanying person can be added during the purchase process. In this case, this free accompanying ticket is used for the assistance dog – the dog is therefore considered an accompanying person (+1).
Assistance dogs include guide dogs, service dogs, and signal dogs. The guidelines of the Federal Ministry of Labor, Social Affairs, and Consumer Protection regulate the requirements for assistance dogs in accordance with the Federal Disability Act (BBG), BGBl. I 283/1990 (§ 39a). Assistance dogs serve as aids and may be used in all areas of life to safely guide the person they are assisting to their destination and to support them during their stay.
A total of nine (9) shows will be accessible for public audience.
First Semi-Final
Evening Preview Show: Monday, 11 May 2026, 21:00 CEST
Afternoon Preview Show: Tuesday, 12 May 2026, 15:00 CEST
Live Broadcast TV Show: Tuesday, 12 May 2026, 21:00 CEST
Second Semi-Final
Evening Preview Show: Wednesday, 13 May, 21:00 CEST
Afternoon Preview Show: Thursday, 14 May, 15:00 CEST
Live Broadcast TV Show: Thursday, 14 May, 21:00 CEST
Grand Final
Evening Preview Show: Friday, 15 May, 21:00 CEST
Afternoon Preview Show: Saturday, 16 May, 12:00 CEST
Live Broadcast TV Show: Saturday, 16 May, 21:00 CEST
The Evening Preview Show is a full run through of the show that takes place the night before the televised version. During this show the international juries cast their votes for the participants that are then announced in the live TV show. Audiences can stay for a randomized version of the qualifier/points reveals, as the presenters rehearse for different scenarios.
The Afternoon Preview Show is a full run through of the show that takes place earlier in the day of the Live TV Show; it serves as one final rehearsal for the artists and crew and it’s much more convenient for those who wish to bring younger Eurovision Song Contest fans. Again, the Afternoon Preview Show features a randomly generated presentation of the qualifiers and points.
The Live Broadcast TV Show is exactly that: a live television show. Audiences across Europe (and Australia) will get to cast their votes to add to the Jury scores. No randomizations this time - it's all for real!
The duration of the Semi-Final shows is approx. two and half (2.5) hours and for the Grand Final shows it’s approx. four (4) hours.
The following ticket categories are available:
Golden Circle: Standing room directly in front of the stage for those who want to be close to the action.
Arena Standing Room: Standing area with an unobstructed view of the stage, so you can join in the fun at every performance.
Category A: Seats with an excellent view of the stage for a particularly intense experience.
Category B: Very good seats with a good view of the stage.
Category C: Seats slightly further away from the stage, but with a pleasant overall view.
Second level standing: Affordable standing room in the 2nd level, where visibility may be restricted.
Wheelchair tickets: Specially designated seats for wheelchair users.
The re-sale platform opens later in the upcoming year, keep an eye on our website and socials for more information.
Please only purchase your tickets via the official website oeticket.com or fansale.at.
If you are unable to attend one of the shows, tickets can only be legally resold at the original price at a later date via the official fanSALE platform.
You can contact Eventim via esc@oeticket.com.
You can find all the information about ticket insurance here.
Close to the event, we will communicate what you may or may not bring to the venue. However, keep in mind that there is a strict NO BAG policy.
A strict “No Bag Policy” applies to all shows. Backpacks, bags (including fanny packs), or larger items may not be brought into the venue. Only small personal items such as a wallet, mobile phone or keys are allowed. Medication that you require may of course be brought with you, please keep it easily accessible and be able to show a medical certificate / doctor’s note.
If you would like to request assistance for your visit to one of the shows, please send an e-mail to ticketing.esc@orf.at.
IMPORTANT: Make sure to register for oeticket with the same e-mail address as your Eurofan account or you may not receive your access to the ticket sale.
- To get started, you need to create a free Eurofan account here on eurovision.com.
- Once you have verified your Eurofan account, check your email for info on how to register with our official ticket partner oeticket.com. Make sure you use the same email address to register for both your Eurofan and oeticket accounts.
- You will need both a verified Eurofan and oeticket account to be able to buy tickets. Both oeticket and eurovision.com will then authenticate your registration after it closes on December 18.
More details will then be sent in early January, when you will receive a link to buy tickets and an access code. Tickets will go on sale at 13:00 CET on Tuesday 13 January.
Step by step, date by date
🗓️ Monday 24 November: registration opens for tickets to Vienna 2026.
🖥️ Register for a free Eurofan account at eurovision.com, then follow the instructions to register with our official ticketing partner, oeticket.com.
🗓️ Thursday 18 December: registration closes.
🛌 Relax while our friends at oeticket verify your details and add you to our list of potential Vienna voyagers.
🗓️ Friday 9 January: you'll receive an email confirming that you will be able to buy tickets to the 70th Eurovision Song Contest.
🗣️ Tell your friends and get their details written down. You'll be able to buy up to four tickets with your access code, but you'll need the names of all attendees at the point of sale.
🗓️ Tuesday 13 January: ticket sales open at 13:00 CET.
You’ll have received an email 48 hours prior to this with an access code and a link to the ticket sales. Good luck!
Please Note:
Receiving a purchase link and code does not guarantee tickets. We expect demand for Vienna 2026 to be high, and therefore ticket availability is likely to be limited.
The 13 January date will be the first ticket sale. More sales will likely take place in the coming months. Keep an eye on your email account if you weren’t able to buy tickets the first time, and we’ll send you details and dates of the next ticket sales.
You can only register once on eurovision.com until 18 December 2025 at 23:59 CET. This registration is valid for the 13 January date and any future ticket sales.
Avoid all other third-party websites. Only those who follow the official process can be certain of purchasing valid tickets.