ESC 2026: Bulgaria returns after three-year break
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www.hashtageurovision.comBulgaria is preparing to return to the Eurovision Song Contest in 2026, marking a comeback after a three-year absence. The official announcements have come from Bulgaria’s national broadcaster (BNT) and Eurovision authorities, with plans to select both artist and song through a national process in the lead-up to Vienna 2026.[2][4][6]
Key points
- Return confirmed: Bulgaria will participate in Eurovision 2026 in Vienna, Austria, as part of the contest’s 70th anniversary edition.[4][2]
- Selection process: BNT has outlined that the national selection will determine both the performer and the entry, with details on formats to be announced as the process unfolds.[2][4]
- Context: Bulgaria’s last participation before the hiatus was in 2022 with Intelligent Music Project; the 2026 comeback follows years of discussions about rejoining, with renewed support from BNT and Eurovision leadership.[3][6]
Recent developments you might want to follow
- Official BNT and Eurovision communications for the exact format, dates, and voting procedures of the Bulgarian national selection in early 2026.
- Updates on Bulgaria’s chosen artist, song title, and their national final performances as the process progresses toward Vienna 2026.
- Semifinal and final scheduling for Eurovision 2026: two semifinals on May 12 and 14, with the grand final on May 16 in Vienna.[2]
If you’d like, I can pull the latest official statements and summarize any new dates or changes as they’re announced, and even track Bulgaria’s national selection results in a concise timeline. Would you like me to do that? Citations: Bulgaria’s return and event details are reported by BNT and Eurovision sources, with context on past participation and reception.[3][4][2]