**Eurovision 2027 will take place May 11–15 in Burgas, Bulgaria, after Dara’s 2026 victory with “Bangaranga.”** As of mid-October 2026, 31–32 countries have confirmed participation. Canada makes its debut following full EBU membership, while the Netherlands returns under NPO (with an independent selection panel) after boycotting 2026 over Israel’s involvement amid the Gaza conflict. Ireland has confirmed another absence, and Spain, Iceland, and Slovenia remain undecided. The EBU’s updated rules bar countries in armed conflicts from hosting and raise the minimum artist age to 18, addressing broadcaster concerns. National selections are underway, with submission windows closing and early events like Albania’s Festivali i Këngës and Estonia’s Eesti Laul already active; the final participant list is expected by late 2026.