the Eurovision Song Contest The Song Contest has become an annual televised event for Americans despite the permanent state of the nation’s viewership. Fortunately, the 2023 iteration of the long-running, international music competition will be accessible to stream anywhere in the US via Peacock for the third year in a row. Considering the high bar set in 2022 by Ukraine’s Kalush Orchestra, the reigning champions spent their winnings of military drones, as well this year Frankie Goes to Hollywood reunion with the opening festival weekend, Eurovision 2023 is set to be another must-see exhibition.
Find all the details about Eurovision 2023 below, including when and where to tune in, and who’s hosting and performing.
When is Eurovision 2023?
The 2023 Eurovision Song Contest will be divided into three stages, starting with the First Semi-Final on Tuesday, May 9. The Second Semi-Final will follow on Thursday, May 11 and the event will conclude with the Grand Final on Saturday, May 13. Each episode live stream from the M&S Bank Arena in Liverpool, England at 3:00 pm ET/12:00 pm PT.
How Can I Watch Eurovision 2023?
In the US, Eurovision 2023 will be available to stream live and on-demand via Peacock. To access the livestream, viewers must sign up for one of Peacock’s Premium plans, which start at $4.99/month; you can register and stream the ceremony HERE.
For details on how to watch outside the US, go to The Eurovision website.
Who’s Performing?
The international competition will feature artists representing 37 countries across Europe and Australia. The contestant pool includes established acts such as the UK’s Mae Muller and Ireland’s Wild Youth, who beat John Lydon’s Public Image Ltd. in a preliminary round, as well as returning competitors from Italy, Sweden, and more, plus a wide swath of up-and-coming talent.
Who’s Hosting?
The Grand Final of the event will be hosted by legendary television personality Graham Norton, Ukrainian musician Julia Sanina, Emmy-winning. Ted Lasso actor Hannah Waddingham, and Britain’s Got Talent judge Alesha Dixon. Norton will also serve as commentator, as he has since 2009, alongside the original Great British Bake-Off presenter Mel Giedroyc.
Meanwhile, two-time Olympic figure skating champion and sports analyst Johnny Weir will return to the Peacock after providing commentary during the 2022 contest. This year, the famous Eurovision super-fan will host a special livestream during the Grand Final titled “Watch With Live,” which will allow Peacock users to interact with Weir and ask real questions time. Walk With Live” livestream and commentary-free feed will be available on Peacock HERE.