The Eurovision Song Contest 2023 was held in Liverpool, United Kingdom, from May 9th to May 13th. This 67th edition of the contest took place at the Liverpool Arena following Ukraine’s victory in 2022 with Kalush Orchestra’s song “Stefania.” The event was hosted by Julia Sanina, Graham Norton, Hannah Waddingham, and Alesha Dixon, and the official slogan was “United By Music.”

Theme and Hosts

The 2023 contest featured a theme inspired by the diversity and unity of music, captured in the slogan “United By Music.” The hosts brought a mix of humor, charm, and professionalism to the event, making it a memorable experience for the viewers.

Format and Voting

The contest maintained its traditional format with two semi-finals on May 9th and 11th, and a grand final on May 13th. The voting system combined jury and public votes, with national juries from each participating country and a global online voting system allowing for broader engagement.

Highlights and Winners

Loreen from Sweden won the contest with her song “Tattoo,” scoring 583 points. This marked her second Eurovision victory, the first being in 2012 with “Euphoria.” Finland’s Käärijä with “Cha Cha Cha” finished second with 526 points, and Israel’s Noa Kirel with “Unicorn” took third place with 362 points.

Final Results

Here are the detailed final results for Eurovision 2023:

1. Sweden: Loreen – “Tattoo” – 583 points
2. Finland: Käärijä – “Cha Cha Cha” – 526 points
3. Israel: Noa Kirel – “Unicorn” – 362 points
4. Italy: Marco Mengoni – “Due Vite” – 350 points
5. Norway: Alessandra – “Queen of Kings” – 268 points
6. Ukraine: TVORCHI – “Heart of Steel” – 243 points
7. Belgium: Gustaph – “Because Of You” – 182 points
8. Estonia: Alika – “Bridges” – 168 points
9. Australia: Voyager – “Promise” – 151 points
10. Czechia: Vesna – “My Sister’s Crown” – 129 points
11. Lithuania: Monika Linkytė – “Stay” – 127 points
12. Cyprus: Andrew Lambrou – “Break A Broken Heart” – 126 points
13. Croatia. Let 3 – “Mama ŠČ!” – 123 points   
14. Armenia: Brunette – “Future Lover” – 122 points
15. Austria: Teya & Salena – “Who The Hell Is Edgar?” – 120 points
16. France: La Zarra – “Évidemment” – 104 points
17. Spain: Blanca Paloma – “Eaea” – 100 points
18. Moldova: Pasha Parfeni – “Soarele şi Luna” – 96 points
19. Poland: Blanka – “Solo” – 93 points
20. Switzerland: Remo Forrer – “Watergun” – 92 points
21. Slovenia: Joker Out – “Carpe Diem” – 78 points
22. Albania: Albina & Familja Kelmendi – “Duje” – 76 points
23. Portugal: Mimicat – “Ai Coração” – 59 points
24. Serbia: Luke Black – “Samo Mi Se Spava” – 30 points
25. United Kingdom: Mae Muller – “I Wrote A Song” – 24 points
26. Germany: Lord of the Lost – “Blood & Glitter” – 18 points

Events and Attractions

Liverpool turned into a Eurovision hub, featuring several attractions:

• Eurovision Village: Located at the Pier Head, it hosted performances by contest participants and local artists.
• Euroclub: Hosted at Camp and Furnace, it became the official after-party venue for the Eurovision week.

Eurovision 2023 in Liverpool was celebrated for its vibrant cultural exchange and the unifying power of music, creating lasting memories for participants and fans alike.