Australia’s not just showing up to Austria this year — we’re practically moving in. As the Eurovision Song Contest hits a glittering 70-year milestone, SBS is leaning all the way into the moment, turning the celebration into a full-blown Aussie takeover.
This year, multi-hyphenate entertainer and global icon Courtney Act will present SBS’s exclusive commentary with special guest, former Australian Eurovision representative and international treasure, Voyager’s Danny Estrin. Don’t miss the LIVE and prime time event coverage from the Wiener Stadthalle in Vienna, Austria, from Wednesday 13 – Sunday 17 May on SBS and SBS On Demand.
Following a hugely successful inaugural year as host, Courtney Act returns to the bright lights of the Eurovision Song Contest. With a formidable track-record on competition shows, Courtney first mesmerised audiences with history-making dual identity auditions in and out of drag on Australian Idol before ascending to international stardom on RuPaul’s Drag Race, clinching the UK Celebrity Big Brother crown and a dazzling second place run on Dancing With The Stars All Stars - all while illuminating the nuances of gender fluidity and championing LGBTQI+ visibility.
Last year’s co-host, Tony Armstrong, is no longer able to join this year’s event due to a scheduling clash with other projects. SBS thanks Tony for the energy, humour and heart he brought to the 2025 coverage and looks forward to seeing his signature sparkle return to the network in the coming months.
Instead, Courtney will take the lead as host and be joined by the charismatic, keytar-wielding frontman Danny Estrin of Perth “synthsational” prog-metal outfit Voyager. Australian audiences will remember his blend of soaring vocals, retro flair and metal precision from the band’s larger-than-life turn representing the country at the Eurovision Song Contest 2023 in Liverpool — where they stormed into the top 10, finishing ninth with their euphoric anthem Promise.
Get ready for witty commentary, sparkling banter, and behind-the-scenes insights that bring every moment to life. Make sure you join in the conversation during the prime time event coverage using the hashtag #SBSEurovision, with tweets and party pictures promoted on screen, where you can catch all the performances, interviews, and more.
Delta set to "Eclipse" the stage in Semi-Final 2
One of Australia’s most accomplished and globally recognised performers, Delta will take to the stage at the Wiener Stadthalle this May with her powerful new single Eclipse, bringing her signature vocals, cinematic pop sound and commanding live presence to one of the world’s biggest live music events.
Signing her first record deal at just 15, Delta exploded onto the global stage with her debut album Innocent Eyes — a 23-times Platinum phenomenon and one of the highest-selling albums in Australian history. The album produced five #1 singles and remained at #1 for a record-breaking seven and a half months – making Delta a household name, with one in every four homes in Australia owning a Delta Goodrem album.
Across her career, Delta has sold more than nine million albums worldwide, achieved five #1 albums and nine #1 singles, and earned 12 ARIA Awards. She has collaborated and toured with global icons including Celine Dion, Olivia Newton-John, Andrea Bocelli, Tony Bennett, Shania Twain, Backstreet Boys and Ricky Martin, captivating audiences across Europe, Asia and the US. In 2022, she launched her own label, ATLED Records, taking full creative control of her music and ushering in a new era defined by independence, ambition, and artistic conviction.
"Eclipse" was written by Delta Goodrem, Ferras Alqaisi, Jonas Myrin and Michael Fatkin (who also produced the single).
"Milkshake Man" Go-Jo performs in Semi-Final 1
Australian fans have a “sweet, sweet” treat in store as "Milkshake Man" Go-Jo joins Austrian hosts Victoria Swarovski and Michael Ostrowski for the Semi-Final 1 interval act, performing the playful song Kangaroo—a fun tribute to the differences between Austria and Australia. It’s a moment sure to delight Aussie viewers and bring a touch of home to the Wiener Stadthalle.
How to vote in Eurovision?
*The jury and Australian public can vote for any country except Australia.
Australian viewers will need to tune into the LIVE broadcast of Semi-Final 2 on Friday 15 May at 5:00am AEST and the Grand Final on Sunday 17 May at 5:00am AEST and follow the voting prompts that appear on screen. For more information on how to vote please visit the official Eurovision Song Contest website here
Where to watch?
The 70th Eurovision Song Contest is held from Tuesday 12 May - Saturday 16 May (CEST) 2026 in Vienna, Austria, and will broadcast in Australia at the dates and times listed below:
LIVE early morning broadcast on SBS and SBS On Demand
Semi-Final 1 – Wednesday 13 May at 5:00am AEST
Semi-Final 2 – Friday 15 May at 5:00am AEST *FEATURES DELTA
Grand Final – Sunday 17 May at 5:00am AEST
Prime time ‘Access All Areas’ event coverage on SBS and SBS On Demand
Semi-Final 1 – Friday 15 May at 7:30pm AEST
Semi-Final 2 – Saturday 16 May at 7:30pm AEST *FEATURES DELTA
Grand Final – Sunday 17 May at 7:30pm AEST
How does it work?
The UK, France, Germany, and Italy are already in the Grand Final but will perform in the Semi-Finals and can vote.
10 countries from each Semi-Final advance based on public and jury votes, with online votes counting as one set of points. The winner is decided 50/50 by public and juries. For further information, visit SBS What’s On.
SBS’s supporting Eurovision content
For more exclusive Eurovision content, head to SBS On Demand to stream free on our dedicated Eurovision Song Contest 2026 Hub. Get better acquainted with the stars of the 70th Eurovision Song Contest via their official music videos, with live streams, replays, mini mixes, exclusive behind-the-scenes extras, and performance clips to roll out when the song contest kicks off on Wednesday 13 May.
The party continues on SBS On Demand with the Music in the Movies Collection featuring the Olivia Newton-John classic Xanadu, Backstage Docs: Behind the Music Collection, and Spanish mini-series The Song Contest, where an ambitious television executive is tasked with winning the Eurovision Song Contest in 1968. And because we can't get enough Delta Goodrem, the beloved Aussie film, Hating Alison Ashley. SBS World Movies celebrates the best time of year with Moulin Rouge! Walk the Line, The Full Monty, Danny Collins, and more.
Enjoy a special edition of the renowned quiz show Mastermind with a night of celebrating Eurovision on Monday 11 May, looking at Eurovision 2020 – 2025, Sweden in Eurovision, Early Eurovision Winners and Eurovision 2010 – 2019.
SBS Audio celebrates the Eurovision Song Contest, connecting audiences with the languages, music, and communities of Eurovision 2026. With dedicated Eurovision news and artist interviews in English and in language, download the free SBS Audio app available now at the iTunes App Store and Google Play. SBS Audio is also launching SBS PopEuro! For the month of May, SBS PopEuro is playing non-stop Eurovision hits. All the winners, all the 2026 songs and those songs that we’ll never forget. Turn it up from Friday 1 May until Saturday 31 May on DAB+ Radio, SBS Audio, and SBS On Demand.
Austria’s JJ won the 2025 Eurovision Song Contest in Basel, Switzerland, with his song Wasted Love. This year sees Australia go back to where it all began in 2015 with Guy Sebastian and his song Tonight Again, marking 10 years in the song contest last year with Go-Jo and his song Milkshake Man.
The Eurovision Song Contest is held from Tuesday 12 May - Saturday 16 May 2026 in Vienna, Austria with SBS’s exclusive broadcast LIVE and in prime time from Wednesday 13 May – Sunday 17 May on SBS and SBS On Demand.
Find out everything you need to know about this year’s contest here
Stay tuned to the SBS Eurovision website for updates
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