**Eurovision 2027 will take place May 11–15 in Burgas, Bulgaria, at Arena Burgas after Dara’s 2026 victory.** As of mid-September 2026, roughly 24 broadcasters have confirmed participation, including returning North Macedonia and debutant Canada—the first new entrant since Australia in 2015—following its full EBU membership in June. The Netherlands has withdrawn, citing neutrality concerns tied to Israel’s involvement, while Spain’s return remains uncertain after its 2026 absence. Application deadlines fall in mid-September with a grace period for penalty-free withdrawals through mid-October. Recent EBU rule updates raising the minimum performer age to 18 and clarifying hosting eligibility amid conflicts add further context. National selection processes, such as Albania’s Festivali i Këngës in December, will begin shaping lineups ahead of the May contest.