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EBU Postpones Eurovision Live Tour 2026 Citing Unforeseen Challenges

The decision comes in a season already strained by broadcaster withdrawals over Israel's participation.

Overview

  • Organisers said thousands of ticket holders will receive full refunds as soon as possible.
  • The 10-city indoor arena tour was slated for June–July with a London launch on June 15 and stops including Hamburg, Milan, Zurich, Antwerp, Cologne, Copenhagen, Amsterdam, Paris and Stockholm.
  • Planned performers included past stars Johnny Logan, Katrina, Lordi, Helena Paparizou, Verka Serduchka, Alessandra Mele and Guy Sebastian.
  • The EBU said it will relaunch the tour only when it can deliver a world-class experience, with focus now on staging May’s contest in Vienna.
  • Media reports and fan comments highlighted frustration over high ticket prices and questioned sales, though organisers did not cite commercial reasons.