nuSep 23, 2026, 10:47

Netherlands will participate in Eurovision Song Contest after all

The Netherlands will participate in the 2027 Eurovision Song Contest in Bulgaria after the NPO reached an agreement with the European Broadcasting Union. The selection process will now be managed by a committee of experts from various broadcasters, while NOS will handle the event's television coverage.

The Netherlands will participate in the 2027 Eurovision Song Contest, which is scheduled to take place in Burgas, Bulgaria, this coming May. The decision follows productive negotiations between the NPO and the European Broadcasting Union regarding the contest's core values. While the broadcaster AVROTROS had previously opted out due to geopolitical concerns involving the Middle East, the NPO has taken over the organizational responsibilities to ensure the country remains represented on the international stage.

Moving forward, the selection and preparation process for the Dutch entry will be managed differently than in previous years. A committee composed of various broadcasting experts will now select the artist and provide necessary support, while NOS will handle the official broadcasts of the semi-finals and final. This shift aims to refocus the participation on the festival's connective nature amidst current international polarization. While other nations like Ireland have confirmed they will not attend, the Netherlands is proceeding with its commitment to the competition.

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Based on reporting by nu. Translated and condensed by LocalHeadlines.

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