The Eurovision Song Contest 2025 is returning to Switzerland, specifically Basel, with the semi-finals on May 13 and 15, and the grand final on May 17. The event will be held at St. Jakobshalle.
Hosts and Commentators
Hazel Brugger, Sandra Studer, and Michelle Hunziker will host the Grand Final. Brugger and Studer will also host the semi-finals. Mélanie Freymond and Sven Epiney will present the pre-show and live viewing at Arena plus.
Various countries have announced their commentators. For example, Toms Grēviņš will commentate for Latvia, with Marija Naumova joining for the Grand Final. Azerbaijan's commentators are Elnara Khalilova and Ağa Nadirov. Czechia will have Ondřej Cikán and Aiko.
UK Jury Spokesperson
Ncuti Gatwa, known for his role in Doctor Who, will be the UK jury spokesperson, announcing the UK's jury points during the Grand Final on May 17.