Junior Eurovision 2026 running order announced

The European Broadcasting Union (EBU) has released the official running order for the Junior Eurovision Song Contest 2026. The event is scheduled to take place on Saturday, October 24, 2026, at the MFCC venue in Ta’Qali, Malta.

The 16 participating countries and their performers are set to compete, with the Netherlands opening the show with Maria performing ‘Stronger Together’. Spain will be the final act of the night, featuring Lucas Paulano with ‘Cuore bello (te quiero, te quiero)’. Other participants include Cyprus, Portugal, Montenegro, San Marino, France, Poland, Armenia, Malta, Italy, Ukraine, North Macedonia, Ireland, Albania, and Georgia.