The Song Contest in Vienna is open

10. May 2026, 19:15

The 70th Eurovision Song Contest started in Vienna. The Eurovision Village opened on Sunday. It is in front of the town hall. Up to 30.000 people celebrate there together. Entry is free for everyone. There is 80 hours of music program.

35 artists walked on a turquoise carpet. They come from many different countries. Mayor Michael Ludwig welcomed all the guests. Sarah Engels sings for Germany this year. The young singer Cosmó sings for Austria.

The ORF shows the contest for deaf people. Experts translate songs into sign language. Deaf people feel the music through vibrations. This means a movement of the floor. Everyone can enjoy the contest now. The big final is next Saturday.

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Definitions

Eurovision Song Contest: A big music competition in Europe. Many countries send singers. People choose the winner.
Sign language: A language for people who cannot hear. People use hands and faces to talk.
Vibrations: A shaking of the floor. You can feel this with your body.

People

Sarah Engels: A famous singer from Germany. She takes part in the music competition.
Cosmó: A young singer. He sings for Austria.
Michael Ludwig: The mayor of the city Vienna.

Locations

Vienna: The capital city of Austria. The music competition is here.

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