The countdown to the 69th Eurovision Song Contest is officially on! With just 163 days to go until the Grand Final on May 17, 2025, anticipation is building across the world for Eurovision 2025, set to be hosted in Basel, Switzerland. A special media event has been announced, offering a first glimpse into the staging, design, and ticketing plans for this year’s competition.
Media Event Details
The media event is scheduled to take place on Monday, December 16, 2024, from 3:00 PM to 5:00 PM at the iconic “Bar Rouge” in MesseTurm Basel, a fitting venue that offers panoramic views of the host city. During the event, attendees will be introduced to the visual identity, stage design, and soundscapes that will set the tone for Eurovision 2025.
Key Speakers and Presenters
The event will feature Conradin Cramer, President of the Basel-Stadt Government, alongside Moritz Stadler and Reto Peritz, the Executive Producers of ESC 2025, who will officially welcome media representatives.
Attendees will also hear from:
- Artur Deyneuvé, Art Director
- Florian Wieder, Stage Designer
- Thomas Pittino, responsible for ticketing and media partnerships
Iinterviews will be available with Beat Läuchli, ESC Project Leader for Basel, and Letizia Elia, Director of Basel Tourism, who will provide insights into the host city’s preparations.
As the host broadcaster SRG SSR gears up for the challenge, the media event serves as a pivotal step in building excitement for fans across the globe. The evening will be moderated by Jennifer Bosshard, familiar to Swiss audiences as the host of SRF’s “Faces and Stories.”
Mark your calendars for December 16, and stay tuned to escXtra for more updates as the Eurovision Song Contest 2025 takes shape.
