Now that the class of the Eurovision Song Contest 2026 is complete, it is time for the artists and their delegations to start a European tour of preview parties in the build up to Vienna. Coming up this weekend is the Nordic Eurovision Party 2026.
What is the Nordic Eurovision Party?
Formerly known as the Nordic Music Celebration, the event has expanded in recent years to become the Nordic Eurovision Party. The event is a Eurovision-themed gala of entertainment that brings together artists from across the Nordic region. Including many Eurovision acts from past and present. The event also features international guest acts to truly unite the region in music and culture. The party was founded by the collaborative work of OGAE Norway, ESC Norge and Eurovision Norway.
Where is it?
The Nordic Eurovision Party 2026 will take place at the Rockefeller, Oslo. Situated in the heart of the city centre, it is one of Oslo’s popular entertainment hotspots. The former public baths boasts a capacity of 1300. It was established as a music venue in 1986.
When is it?
This years’ edition of the Nordic Eurovision Party will take place March 21 2026. Tickets are still available through the official ticket partner Ticketmaster Norway.
Who is performing at the Nordic Eurovision Party 2026?
Over 30 acts are performing at the Nordic Eurovision Party 2026. This includes 17 acts going to Vienna for Eurovision 2026. The full line-up is as follows:
- Alis (Albania 2026)
- Delta Goodrem (Australia 2026)
- COSMÓ (Austria 2026)
- DARA (Bulgaria 2026)
- Antigoni (Cyprus 2026)
- Sarah Engels (Germany 2026)
- Akylas (Greece 2026)
- Atvara (Latvia 2026)
- Lion Ceccah (Lithuania 2026)
- Evan Marija (Luxembourg 2026)
- AIDAN (Malta 2026)
- Satoshi (Moldova 2026)
- Tamara Živković (Montenegro 2026)
- Jonas Lovv (Norway 2026)
- Alexandra Căpitănescu (Romania 2026)
- Senhit (San Marino 2011, 2020, 2021, 2026)
- Veronica Fusaro (Switzerland 2026)
Special guests:
- Poli Genova (Bulgaria 2011, 2016)
- Olsen Brothers (Denmark 2000)
- Aliona Moon (Moldova 2013)
- Sunstroke Project (Moldova 2010, 2017)
- Guri Schanke (Norway 2007)
- Ilinca (Romania 2017)
- Ovi (Romania 2010, 2014)
- Elisabeth Andreassen (Sweden 1982, Norway 1985, 1994, 1996)
- Lindsay Dracass (UK 2001)
- Leonardo Amor (MGP 2026)
- Mileo (MGP 2024, 2026)
- Silke (MGP 2026)
- IRÍSA (MGP 2025)
- Piera & MÁIJÁ (Sámi Grand Prix 2025)
- Jeanette Krommen (Opening Act)
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