Eurovision Song Contest 2026: Vienna Tourism Seeks Partners for Supporting Program

Under the title "Vienna OffStage," an event and cultural program will be offered for about 2,500 delegates and accredited media representatives coming to Vienna in May. A jury will select a representative mix for Vienna from all submissions. The ESC offers the opportunity to present to an international audience and expand digital presence, according to Vienna Tourism.

Eurovision Song Contest 2026: Program from Culinary Delights to Workshops

Projects are being sought that range from culinary highlights and exclusive experiences to workshops or courses. The goal is to present Vienna's advantages as diversely as possible, create lasting memories for guests, and multiply the number of media contributions and social media posts about the city, it is emphasized. A prerequisite is that participation is free. Paid offers will not be accepted.

Vienna's Tourism Councillor Barbara Novak (SPÖ) pointed out to the APA the program of the Song Contest this year in Basel. This example shows that such events not only bring great economic effects but also sustainable offers for guests and the population. Additionally, there is a high advertising value and worldwide media presence. "Vienna will not only build on the success of Basel with the 70th edition of the Eurovision Song Contest but will also set new standards with its unique backdrop and strong partnerships," she expressed confidently.

Building on Eurovision Song Contest 2015

Vienna's Tourism Director Norbert Kettner also saw a global positioning opportunity for companies or cultural institutions. The ESC 2015 in Vienna was already rated better by around 80 percent of experienced journalists than previous events, he emphasized: "We want to seamlessly build on this success and, together with the Visitor Economy, present a business card for Vienna from which the city will benefit for a long time."

For fans and visitors, Vienna Tourism operates an online portal for the major event. On "www.eurovision.wien.info," daily news on the topic is published. Information on ticket sales or tips for the stay can also be found there. According to Vienna Tourism, the website is available in five languages and is continuously being expanded.

(APA/Red)

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