Eurovision hopefuls hit the turquoise carpet in Basel as Switzerland hosts the song contest for the first time since 1989—setting the stage for a week of music, unity, and glitter.
Eurovision hopefuls walk 'turquoise carpet' for opening night in Basel Acts representing entries for the Eurovision Song Contest introduced themselves to the media on Sunday (May 11), as Switzerland began hosting the extravaganza for the first time since 1989.
The European Broadcasting Union (EBU) hopes its theme of "United by Music" will help keep the focus in Basel on the performers and their songs at the world's biggest entertainment show by viewership.
The final, which was watched by 163 million viewers around the world last year, will take place on May 17 in Basel's St. Jakobshalle arena, a multi-purpose sport and music venue that can accommodate 12,000 fans.
With a week to go, Sweden's KAJ are the favourites to win this year.
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