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Media release 04.03.2025

ESC 2025: New sponsors, media partners, public value projects, launch of EuroClub ticket sales and media accreditation

Only 68 days to go until the opening ceremony of the Eurovision Song Contest (ESC) in Basel. At a media breakfast held at the offices of Eurovision sponsor Helvetia in the city, the Project Team presented an update on preparations, which are moving forward apace.

Media release 26.02.2025

Introducing Basel’s mascot for Eurovision 2025

The Eurovision Song Contest (ESC) 2025 has revealed its mascot. It was designed as part of a competition in which 1,100 students from Basel Academy of Art and Design FHNW and the Basel School of Design were invited to submit their creative ideas. The top five, including the winning mascot, have now been unveiled.

Media release 12.02.2025

Public viewings: register now and celebrate the Eurovision Song Contest together

The Eurovision Song Contest 2025 will take place in Switzerland - a highlight for music and Eurovision Song Contest fans from all over Europe! Those who cannot experience the event directly in Basel have the opportunity to enjoy the special ESC atmosphere with their own public viewing. Events with more than 300 expected guests must be registered in advance.

Media release 10.02.2025

ESC 2025: Second ticket wave on March 27

The available tickets for the Eurovision Song Contest (ESC) live and preview shows sold out within just a few minutes on 29 January – now the second wave of tickets will follow on 27 March, but only for those who have already registered.

Media release 29.01.2025

ESC 2025: record start for ticket sales – first wave of tickets sold out

The first wave of ticket sales for the Eurovision Song Contest (ESC) 2025 in Basel got off to a flying start today. Tickets for the live shows sold out within 7 minutes. Preview shows sold out within 20 minutes. The first wave of sales went smoothly, and the high demand shows the enormous enthusiasm for the world's favourite music event. A total of 42’000 tickets were sold.

Media release 28.01.2025

Eurovision Song Contest: Malmö hands over to Basel

Joint announcement from the Presidential Department of the Canton of Basel-Stadt and SRG SSR: The official Eurovision insignia were handed over from Malmö to Basel at the traditional Eurovision Song Contest Semi-Final Draw ceremony today. The Swedish team handed over a specially created gown to Conradin Cramer, president of the Basel Cantonal Council. The draw was subsequently held to allocate the participating countries to one of the two Semi-Finals. The ceremony was broadcast live all over the world.

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News 28.01.2025

«2 x Christmas» campaign generates huge solidarity

The Swiss population and numerous companies support people living in poverty at home and abroad. A total of 390 tonnes of foodstuffs and toiletries were donated to the 28th «2 x Christmas» campaign for distribution within Switzerland. This is in addition to CHF 222'000 in cash donations to SRC winter aid projects in other countries. This meant that over 50'000 people were able to experience a little joy in their otherwise difficult lives.

Media release 20.01.2025

ESC 2025: The Hosting Team is Announced

The presenters for the Eurovision Song Contest 2025 (ESC 2025) have been confirmed: Hazel Brugger, Michelle Hunziker, and Sandra Studer will host the various live shows. In addition, ESC 2025 will become an event for the whole of society through various projects.
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Media release 16.01.2025

Basel seeks 700 volunteers for ESC 2025 - registration opens today

Joint announcement from the Presidential Department of the Canton of Basel-Stadt and SRG SSR. Starting today, volunteers can register for the Eurovision Song Contest 2025 in Basel. Around 700 volunteers are needed to help shape the world’s largest music event and contribute to the atmosphere of the Host City. A variety of tasks and an exclusive behind-the-scenes experience await them. Anyone aged 18 and above can apply – local knowledge is an advantage. The organization is managed by Swiss Volunteers.

Visual ESC 2025

Media release 16.12.2024

Eurovision Song Contest 2025: stage design, visual and audio identity, partners and ticketing revealed

The Eurovision Song Contest (ESC) 2025 is taking shape, as the stage, visuals and audio identity are revealed. The Project Team presented the visual concept for the 69th Eurovision Song Contest to be held in Basel and launched the registration process for tickets. Four national partners were also presented.