The Eurovision Song Contest 2026 concluded with a historic win for Bulgaria. Dara, a prominent Bulgarian pop artist, took home the trophy with her energetic and captivating song "Bangaranga." This marks the first time Bulgaria has won the renowned contest.

The grand final took place in Vienna, Austria, with 25 countries competing for the coveted title. Dara's song, co-written by herself alongside Anne Judith Wik, Cristian Tarcea, and Dimitris Kontopoulos, was complemented by impressive staging directed by Fredrik Rydman.

Bulgaria amassed a total of 516 points, securing victory in both the national juries vote with 204 points and the public televote with 312 points. This reflects widespread acclaim from both music professionals and viewers across Europe and participating countries worldwide.

About Dara

Dara is an established Bulgarian artist with an international presence in the Balkan music scene. She has millions of streams and several number-one hits, and has worked with notable producers such as Chris Young, Jungleboi, Yoad Nevo, and Monoir. Her recent projects have moved towards a more global and experimental pop sound.

Since 2021, Dara has also contributed to the music industry as a mentor on Bulgaria's "The Voice" and released her personal album ADHDARA in 2025, illustrating her artistic growth and confidence.

Eurovision 2026 Details

The contest maintained a voting system introduced in recent years, including online votes from non-participating countries weighted equally as one voting country. The event was produced by ORF, the Austrian national broadcaster, celebrating the contest's 70th edition.

With this win, Bulgaria not only earns its first Eurovision trophy but also the honor of hosting the next Eurovision Song Contest.