Eurovision Song Contest Asia 2026 will be hosted by two celebrated Thai personalities: Woody Milintachinda and Cindy Bishop. The event is scheduled for Saturday, 14 November 2026, and will take place live at the One Bangkok Forum in Thailand's capital.

Hosts with cultural influence and hosting prowess

Woody Milintachinda, known for his engaging hosting style and passion for music, has built a reputation across Asia through his popular show Woody Talk and founding the S2O Songkran Music Festival. Cindy Bishop brings over 30 years of experience in entertainment, including hosting Asia's Next Top Model (seasons four to six) and serving as a UN Women Goodwill Ambassador for Asia and the Pacific, advocating gender equality.

Event details and participation

The event will feature performances from 11 pioneering Asian countries, each showcasing their unique musical narratives and cultural identities. Several countries, including Bhutan, Philippines, South Korea, and Laos, have already selected their songs through National Selection Shows, while Malaysia has announced its artist with the song forthcoming.

Tickets and further engagement

Tickets will go on general sale on 2 October 2026, with an exclusive presale for Eurovision fans on 1 October. Fans can sign up as Eurofans to access early ticket sales. National selection shows will continue ahead of the contest, streamed live on the Eurovision Song Contest YouTube channel, with voting available through the Eurovision Asia website.

This marks a significant new chapter for the Eurovision brand, expanding the celebrated contest's reach into Asia, uniting diverse cultures through music under the theme ‘United by Music’.