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Netherlands and Belgium confirm Eurovision 2027 participation

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The Netherlands and Belgium have officially confirmed their participation in the Eurovision Song Contest 2027 in Burgas, bringing more clarity to the roster of competing nations and exciting news for fans planning their trip to Bulgaria’s Black Sea coast.

Netherlands Confirms Return to Eurovision 2027

The governing body for Dutch public broadcasting, NPO, has officially confirmed that the Netherlands will return to the Eurovision Song Contest in 2027 (Eurovoix, ESCXTRA, ESCToday.com). This significant decision marks the country’s comeback after its previous broadcaster, AVROTROS, chose to boycott the 2026 contest (ESCXTRA, NL Times, HuffPost UK, Aussievision). This return has been widely reported by numerous news outlets, including PinkNews, AOL.com, and Anadolu Ajansı.

The European Broadcasting Union (EBU) issued a statement welcoming the Netherlands’ return, expressing anticipation for their participation in Burgas (Eurovoix, eurovision.com, eurovisionfun.com). For the 2027 entry selection process, NPO has outlined a collaborative approach. They confirmed that no single broadcaster will be solely responsible for the Dutch participation. Instead, a consortium of Dutch public broadcasters will work together on the entry selection, with NOS specifically designated to oversee the actual broadcasting aspects of the contest (Eurovoix, ESCXTRA). This new collaborative model aims to ensure a strong and unified Dutch presence at Eurovision 2027.

A map highlighting the Netherlands and Belgium, representing their confirmed participation in Eurovision 2027. A map highlighting the Netherlands and Belgium, representing their confirmed participation in Eurovision 2027.

Belgium Also Confirms Participation

In a separate but equally important development, VRT, the Dutch-language Belgian national broadcaster, has officially confirmed its participation in Eurovision 2027 (Eurovoix, ESCToday.com, That Eurovision Site, ESCBEAT, eurovisionfun.com). This announcement means that both parts of Belgium, Flanders and Wallonia, will continue their alternating participation tradition.

VRT’s confirmation of participation comes amidst some internal debate. According to Eurovoix, the broadcaster is currently facing a mixed reaction, including criticism from trade unions but also considerable support from various other parties regarding its decision to participate. Despite these internal discussions, the commitment to join the contest remains firm. The EBU has also issued a statement regarding VRT’s confirmed involvement, acknowledging Belgium’s continued presence in the event (Google News: “Eurovision 2027”, eurovisionfun.com).

What this means for your trip

The official confirmations from both the Netherlands and Belgium are positive developments, adding two more well-established Eurovision nations to the list of expected competitors for Eurovision 2027 in Burgas. This news solidifies the foundation for what is shaping up to be an exciting contest and provides further reassurance for international visitors planning their travel to the Bulgarian Black Sea coast.

While the show dates of 11, 13, and 15 May 2027 are widely anticipated, they remain unconfirmed by the EBU. We recommend that fans begin considering their travel logistics and exploring where to stay for Eurovision 2027 in Burgas or nearby popular resorts like Sunny Beach and Nessebar. Keep an eye on our website for future updates regarding Eurovision 2027 tickets and comprehensive information on getting to Arena Burgas, ensuring a smooth experience for your trip.

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