Eurovision 2026 Host City Odds: Vienna Favourite to Host After Austria's Victory

Austria will host Eurovision 2026 after JJ’s win in Basel. Vienna leads the betting at 2/1 to be named host city, with Graz and Innsbruck among the key contenders in the market.
Eurovision 2026 Host City Odds: Vienna Favourite to Host After Austria's Victory
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  • Vienna is 2/1 favourite to host Eurovision 2026 after Austria’s win in Basel.
  • Graz (3/1) and Linz & Wels (5/1) are next in the odds.
  • Official hosting decision from the EBU expected by August 8.

Austria to Host Eurovision 2026 – But Where Will It Be Held?

After JJ’s victory with “Wasted Love” at the 2025 Eurovision Song Contest in Basel, all eyes now turn to Austria, who will host the 2026 edition. 

It marks the third time Austria has won the contest, following previous triumphs in 1966 and 2014.

With the bidding process now underway, several Austrian cities and towns have already expressed interest in hosting the global spectacle, including Vienna, Graz, and Innsbruck. 

While no official selection has been made, punters are already speculating where the world’s biggest music event will land next year.

Eurovision 2026 Host CityOddsProbability
Vienna
2/133.3%
Graz
3/125.0%
Linz & Wels
5/116.7%
Innsbruck
6/114.3%
St Pölten
8/111.1%
Oberwart10/19.1%
Ebreichsdorf
14/16.7%

As betting sites are not currently offering a market on the Eurovision 2026 host city, these odds have been compiled as theoretical probabilities by an OLBG entertainment betting expert.

Vienna the Front-Runner

Vienna, Austria’s capital, is the obvious front-runner in early predictions. The Wiener Stadthalle, which hosted Eurovision in 2015 following Conchita Wurst’s win, remains one of Europe’s most versatile arenas. 

With its experience, infrastructure, and global accessibility, Vienna looks well positioned for a repeat.

But Graz (3/1) isn’t far behind. Austria’s second-largest city has strong cultural credentials and hosted national song contests in the past. With strong local support and solid venue options, it could mount a serious bid.

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Where to Bet on Eurovision 2026

While host city markets are currently speculative, fans can still find Eurovision 2026 outright winner odds on offer at many of the best entertainment betting sites.

Once markets open, leading betting sites will price Eurovision city specials, with plenty of value likely on lesser-known cities as the bidding process plays out. 

In the meantime, check out the free bets available for new customers across these sites.


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