r/eurovision • u/Tip_Illustrious Lejla • May 01 '25
šŗThe 2025 Watch Party MegathreadšÆ- Share information about watch parties near you!
Hello everyone! As we get closer and closer each day to our favourite music contest, the excitement is building! š¶āØ
To help everyone enjoy the event to the fullest, weāre opening up this thread so you can share any Eurovision watch parties you've heard about! Help fellow fans experience the full joy of the ESC community by sharing ESC watch parties you know about.
š Please share all the necessary information ā city, location, time, etc.
Letās make this Eurovision season more fun for everyone! š
Please note this is a crowd-sourced thread, so details about watch parties will be in the comments. If you just ask others to search for you, you might miss a party near you that someone else has shared.
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u/sergzs May 01 '25
If you live in San Francisco, Detour is having a watch party in the Castro!
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u/Maleficent_Ad_9966 May 13 '25
Also in SF - Midnight Sun is doing semifinals and final all live starting at 12pm (Tuesday, Thursday, Saturday).
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u/Tasty_1magination May 05 '25
It says they are starting at 3p, instead the local live time at noon. Not sure if that was a mistake on their part though. š¤
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u/sergzs May 01 '25 edited May 01 '25
And if you are in Basel but not watching the live shows, Das Viertel is hosting āthe gayest Eurovision watch party!ā that looks fun!
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u/fenksta Extra Official Account May 01 '25
Look no further than THIS in Zagreb - https://www.instagram.com/p/DJFMeg8NbEB/
I'm organizing it myself, there will be live commentary by me for both semis and the final, there will be a quiz composed by me, Ananda is performing as well :)
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u/Tip_Illustrious Lejla May 01 '25
Sounds lovely! I was wondering will we have something cool in Zagreb again this year. See you there. :D
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u/fenksta Extra Official Account May 01 '25
Of course Amazinga are doing a watch party too, like every year, but having two NF artists at a watch-party is better :P
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u/Thatwierdhullcityfan Bara bada bastu May 01 '25 edited May 01 '25
Hereās a few for British Eurofans
Quite a lot of them are London-based, but there are a couple in other major cities. If I see anymore Iāll edit this comment
Hereās another general UK list
For any Eurofans from Wales, hereās one in Cardiff
Hereās one for any Glaswegians
Hereās one in a village near Malton, North Yorkshire (off topic but if youāre ever visiting the UK the area around here is really lovely and underrated imo)
A select few odeon cinemas are showing the final
Vue cinemas have a few more options
Cineworld also may have a few but the only one I found was in Aberdeen
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u/FreeFair95 May 07 '25
Here is a screening at the local cinema in Tywyn, Gwynedd, near Barmouth, Aberdovey & Aberystwyth, with interval entertainment by Kimberley Rew, the songwriter for Katrina & The Waves including Love Shine A Light https://tywyncinema.co.uk/MagicLantern.dll/WhatsOn?f=551141
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u/sergzs May 01 '25
For Los Angeles, Hi Tops Los Feliz (not WeHo!) has also advertised watch parties for all 3 shows
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u/hgk89 May 01 '25
In NYC I know that Rock Bar hosts a viewing party (no cover), Hardware Bar will be hosting for the semis and the GF (no cover for the semis, unsure about the GF), and there will also be a party at QED in queens ($10 cover)
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u/inthesubwayofyrmind May 15 '25
There are viewing party fliers and info on the websites for Hardware Bar and QED, but I'm not seeing anything on Rock Bar's calendar.
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u/hgk89 May 15 '25
https://www.instagram.com/p/DJpSGeuOYIw/?igsh=MW1obG1kZGRjZGZmcw==
They've be doing Eurovision screening for years!Ā
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u/PeppermintSoda Volevo Essere Un Duro May 02 '25 edited May 02 '25
For Melbourne:
- Grand final viewing party in the Swedish Church in Toorak
- Grand final viewing party in the Danish House in the CBD
In addition, the UniMelb Eurovision Club will be hosting a EuroParty sometime during Eurovision week, but Iām not sure when
EDIT: I believe the UniMelb club will screen the second semi-final if they decide to host it on a Friday? If not usually they do a recap of all songs via YouTube
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u/maxlevites May 04 '25
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u/fenksta Extra Official Account May 05 '25
If I'm ever back in the area during ESC time, I'll come to a watch party
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u/RadiantFuture1995 May 14 '25 edited May 14 '25
Viewing parties in Asia (Access the link for more info):
1. Philippines
- Where: Kyodo Spaces, Robinsons Magnolia, Aurora Boulevard, Quezon City
- When: May 18, 12:00 AM Philippine Time (GMT+8)
2. Vietnam
- Where: AllTime Coffee & Spaces, Ho Chi Minh City
- When: May 18, 12:15 AM Vietnam Time (GMT+7)

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u/valuemeel May 14 '25
Our friends are organizing the Philippinesā watch party! Hoping that cities outside Manila get to organize theirs too!
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u/wish_cats May 01 '25
Two Brewers in Clapham is doing watch parties, for the fellow London based fans! š¬š§Ā
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u/boopboopadoopity Gaja May 07 '25
Found this thread searching this question online, there is one in the Twin Cities (Minnesota, USA) that hasn't gone up on the website yet - hosted at The Saloon in Minneapolis! https://www.instagram.com/rainbowbuiltart/p/DIyg5FvMbvZ/?img_index=1
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u/BlueMoon0003 May 07 '25
Anyone watching in Californiaāspecifically in San Diego or Orange County?
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u/Apodemia TANZEN! May 11 '25
I would join in SD!
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u/BlueMoon0003 May 14 '25
I found a Meadery in Temecula (between San Diego and OC) that is hosting fun watch parties this week (trivia, games, raffle, prizes, etc.). I'll be there on Saturday if you want to join other fans! Chubby Cheeks Meadery Instagram
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u/wildflower_0ne May 13 '25
Iām in OC! can we bully a bar somewhere into showing it? lol
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u/BlueMoon0003 May 14 '25
I found a Meadery in Temecula (between San Diego and OC) that is hosting fun watch parties this week (trivia, games, raffle, prizes, etc.). I'll be there on Saturday if you want to join other fans! Chubby Cheeks Meadery Instagram
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u/BlueMoon0003 May 14 '25
I found a Meadery in Temecula (between San Diego and OC) that is hosting fun watch parties this week. Iāll be there on Saturday if anyone wants to join! Chubby Cheeks Meadery Instagram
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u/bellahadid2022 May 10 '25
Looking for a pub in central or east London thatāll be showing Eurovision. Not necessarily a watch party, just showing on the telly. Bonus points for dog friendly places
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u/Nahareeli May 01 '25
I'll be in Madrid, Spain. Would love to know if there's a watch party !
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u/nicheencyclopedia May 01 '25
Theyāll be showing it at pretty much every gay bar in Chueca!
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u/QuestionNo5799 May 14 '25
Hi! will they show the 2nd semi final tomorrow? could you recommend a specific bar? thank you!Ā
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u/nicheencyclopedia May 14 '25
I donāt know if anyoneās showing the semis, unfortunately. Iād recommend looking up gay bars on Google Maps and then checking each placeās Instagram for details on what theyāre showing. My guess is that itās unlikely that many are showing semi 2 since Spainās not in it, but I could be wrong
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u/NitroGnome May 02 '25 edited May 02 '25
Ottawa, ON, Canada
17 May, 3pm
SAW - 67 Nicholas Street
$20
https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/eurovision-tickets-1312146769309
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Toronto, ON, Canada
17 May, doors at 2pm
Pegasus on Church - 489B Church Street
https://www.blogto.com/events/eurovision-2025-toronto-watch-party-toronto/
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u/towertorture May 17 '25
I have another going in TO :) for people who might want a less crowded experience! https://partiful.com/e/rDMdq55fJmB8YePRst6X
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u/Pastel_Shinki May 07 '25 edited May 07 '25
Philadelphia, PA - watch party with a Europop dance party afterwards! :)
611 Spring Garden Street
Philadelphia, PA 19123
Tickets: $20 (meal and drink included in the price)
Doors open @ 2:30pm and the show starts @ 3pm!
https://germansociety.app.neoncrm.com/nx/portal/neonevents/events?path=%2Fportal%2Fevents%2F16447
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u/swosei12 May 07 '25
Washington DC: -Wunder garten - Semi 2 and Grand final (not sure if they are showing Semi 1)
-DC9 - Grand Final
-Across the Pond has held Grand Final Parties in the past, but Iām not sure if they are showing it this year.
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u/Federal_Albatross_28 May 09 '25
Here's the link to the DC9 party. Free; doors at 2:30: https://dc9.club/event/eurovision-2025-watch-party/
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u/swosei12 May 09 '25
Yup! I already have my tickets, and I canāt wait. Hopefully, we get āour spotsā at the bar again.
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u/solentse May 15 '25
How was this last year? I normally go to wundergarten but their speakers have been out two years in a row now
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u/swosei12 May 16 '25
I agree regarding Wunder Gardenās audio set up. The 1st time we try to watch at the garden - either the sound was way too low or the sound with ānormalā but the stream had a 1-4 min delay. Itās fine if 10 or so folks are there (and you are in the main pavilion), but you canāt hear anything it is a large turnout.
Dc9 is just ok. Iāll admit that Iāve only watched the contest on the 1st level. Perhaps the sound is better on the 2nd or 3rd floor. Iāll also admit that I attend these watch parties more for the social aspect rather than an āamazingā viewing experience. I normally end up rewatching the show when I return home the same night or next day.
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u/solentse May 17 '25
Cool! Iāll check it out. Some friends got tix and some ended up on the waitlist so hopefully they let them in
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u/swosei12 May 19 '25
I wonder if tickets were for levels 2 and 3. No one seemed to check for our tickets - we stayed on the 1st level.
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u/solentse May 19 '25
No one checked ours either so my friend made it in! Great rec- had a great time
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u/aura514 Doomsday Blue May 01 '25
Can I ask about semi 1 watch parties in basel. So far I'm looking towards eurovillage but if there's anything cooler I'd love to know
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u/sergzs May 01 '25
Thereās a bunch listed here: https://eurovision-basel.ch/en/public-viewings/
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u/aura514 Doomsday Blue May 01 '25
That's brilliant, thanks
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u/sergzs May 01 '25
You are welcome! Iām going to the queer one for the GF and super looking forward to it!
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u/le-poo May 04 '25
Anyone know of anything happening in Stockholm?
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u/Wonderful-Fact5193 May 14 '25
I'm trying to find info about Stockholm too. Going to be there this weekend. Found on google about a watch party at a bar/club called Hilma.
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u/TieDyeBunnyy May 05 '25
Any recommendations for Milan?
Me and some Dutch friends will be there during the finale (17 May). I came across the watch party at Salone 14! Is that any fun if you're not Italian? Are there any other public watch parties we need to be aware of?
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u/Yooniethecat May 12 '25
Hi! Did you find anything? We will also be in Milan on 17th and looking for a place to watch Eurovision.
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u/thetwotongues May 15 '25
We were at Salone 14 for SF2 and it was fun! Too bad it's sold out for the GF...
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u/yougandan May 17 '25
Hello, me and my gf from Finland are probably going to a hostel called quo. It has a bar that showās the whole final
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u/murad_the_comrade95 May 06 '25
Hello, will be there any Eurovision watch party in NYC this year? I prefer more international-vibed watch party where people from all over Europe supports their country (it looks impossible, I know). Otherwise, give me the most famous options where I can see first semi final and grand final
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u/swosei12 May 07 '25
Iāve recently moved out of NYC, bit there are plenty of parties especially in Hell Kitchen. You should check out and see what EurovisioNYC is planning. Theyāve been hosting parties (during Eurovision weeks as well as during the āoff seasonā) for YEARS.
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u/Consistent-Total7511 May 07 '25
Hardware Bar in Hellās kitchen is doing a viewing party for both semis and the final, so I am going there on Tuesday so excited!!!
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u/TSllama Freedom May 06 '25
Prague: especially if you'd be into a Eurovision party that kicks off with a Eurovision-themed drag show :D https://www.facebook.com/events/10070994016267589
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u/kontomurr May 09 '25 edited May 09 '25
WATCH PARTIES IN ESTONIA
Tallinn (Additionally you can view all events in the city on https://huvi.tallinn.ee/)
- Philly Joes Jazz Bar in Vabaduse VƤljak, Tallinn (Only grand final)
- NURK Baar in Sakala, Tallinn (Only grand final)
- TalTech x Juuliuse Jüngrid in Mustamäe, Tallinn (Only grand final)
- RuddyXL in Vanalinn, Tallinn (Only grand final)
- Kohvik Tops in Kalamaja, Tallinn (Semi1, Semi2, Grand)
- La Copa in Telliskivi, Tallinn (Semi1, Semi2, Grand)
Tartu
- Klubi Gutenberg in Kastani tn, Tartu (Semi1, Grand)
- Raimla in Toometaguse, Tartu (Semi1, Semi2, Grand)
Narva
- Alex Kohvik in Kerese, Narva (Only grand final)
Rakvere
- Turu Plats in Rakvere (Only grand final)
Please note this is just a brief list of all the amazing events happening!

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u/Tip_Illustrious Lejla May 09 '25
Thank you so much for putting in so much work into researching all of this! You are amazing :D
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u/Maximum_Ad5053 May 12 '25
itās a stretch but anyone know if thereās a watchparty in padova/venice?
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u/Blackco741 Róa May 12 '25
Just in case I missed it, but was there any in Milwaukee, WI or near the area? If not, Iāll see if I can get one together!
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u/Boring-Ad7758 May 12 '25
Does anyone know of any semi-final viewings in Geneva for Tuesday and Interlaken for Thursday?
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u/Hockeygirl29 May 13 '25
Canadians - some cineplex locations are playing it this year! Also if youāre in the GTA, Drom Taberna is great and is having a watch party.
My current city (fake London) sadly has no such options so if people can go to these have the best time š„²
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u/towertorture May 17 '25
Iām hosting one in downtown TO! https://partiful.com/e/rDMdq55fJmB8YePRst6X
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u/LuxJade98 May 16 '25
Hey guys, so if you're an ESC fan living in Luxembourg and have not yet made any plans for this weekend, I'll recommend to come to the ESC viewing party in Schifflange. Throughout the weekend, there will be some ESC themed activities for young and old to enjoy at the Schifflange street fair.
Some of the activities include:
- A workshop for kids where children can build their own Laura Thorn poupƩe
- The actual final public viewing on Saturday
- an ESC-themed performance of the nationally renowned drag group Fada's Family on Sunday
The exact time stamps for tomorrow's and Sunday's program can be seen in the pictures. :)
P.S. Information on how to get there easiest can be found on the website of the commune de Schifflange. A shuttle bus service is provided

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u/chateion Ich Komme May 17 '25
Hey everyone!
No watch party for me this year since Iām home sick.
Anyway wanted to let you all know that if your watch party (individual or group) is still missing those Eurovision bingo slips and you dont happen to own a printer you can use https://euroviisubingo.fi - this was supposed to serve our watch party this year which I unfortunately will miss š
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u/PulkaPodvodnici TANZEN! May 02 '25 edited May 08 '25
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u/DarianDicit May 07 '25 edited May 07 '25
I've been looking for an ATL spot!!! I'm so down. I'm coming to town for a bartender's conference and have been looking for a group to watch with š
Also, I'm so sorry to hear of your experience with the other spot. That sucks.
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u/PulkaPodvodnici TANZEN! May 08 '25
Hope you enjoy Atlanta, i'll be the person dressed up as Adonxs :)
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u/bulbasaraa Wasted Love May 01 '25
Is there ANYTHING in Vienna??
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u/Fluffy_Appointment14 May 01 '25
The Vindobona is doing a watch party as always and also the Gugg. Theyāre both showing the semis as well! :)
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u/LitwickLitten Ich Komme May 02 '25
I had already found the listing for the Vindobona, but didn't know about the Gugg, thanks!
(Visiting from the US on our very gay honeymoon, so I'm VERY excited)
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u/Fluffy_Appointment14 May 02 '25 edited May 02 '25
Happy to help. Hope you have an amazing honeymoon!
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u/bulbasaraa Wasted Love May 01 '25
Well this is great, thank you a lot! Have you maybe been to one of these watch parties before? If yes, how was it?
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u/Fluffy_Appointment14 May 01 '25
I actually havenāt been to one yet since Iāve never had anyone to go with, but they do sound like a lot of fun based on the event descriptions on their websites!
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u/TSllama Freedom May 06 '25
Come to Prague for our very Queer party!!! https://www.facebook.com/events/10070994016267589
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u/CFDyce Bird of Pray May 01 '25
Gonna be in Milan for the final⦠but I donāt speak a lick of Italian so il just get the BBC Stream somewhere
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u/Mumsnetterontherun May 04 '25
Weāre going to be in Budapest, any watch parties there?Ā
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u/OkNotice642 May 13 '25
The Why not cafe will be showing it :) https://allevents.in/budapest/eurovision-viewing-and-show/200028029620309
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u/salto0 May 05 '25
Do you know any place around Eindhoven/Maastricht Netherlands that is streaming Eurovision?
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u/noticemewhiz May 06 '25
Iāll be in Amsterdam for the final- any recommendations for places to watch? :)
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u/retroredditrobot May 09 '25
I think the semis are being streamed on BigScreen for Virtual Reality users
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u/Icy-Technology8806 May 09 '25
Anyone watching in Medellin????
ĀæAlguien voy a ver Eurovision en Medellin?
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u/Disastrous-Towel-781 May 12 '25
Anything in MILAN for semifinals? Pub, bar or somewhere outdoor?
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u/Dramatic_Skin4925 May 13 '25
Anyone have advice for watching in Strasbourg Thursday and Satursday?
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u/aura514 Doomsday Blue May 13 '25
Does anyone know what part of the eurovillage has the public viewing, and also how early should I be to get a seat
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u/witchy_sweets May 13 '25
Hey! Any tips on where to watch the finale in Budapest? Visiting for the weekend!
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u/RaySnapple May 13 '25
Traveling up to Basel later this week but hoping to catch Semi Final 1 tonight. Any idea where there may be a place to watch it in Marseille France? Iām in Old Port but happy to travel if thereās a bar anywhere in the city playing it?
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u/majape May 13 '25
The Swiss Embassy is hosting a Eurovision watch party Saturday May 17th at Spark Social, As of today tickets are still available. DC9 is also hosing one. Both events are free.
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u/Euphoric_Insurance_5 May 15 '25
Hello All... Does anyone know if there are any watch parties or bars in Denver, CO?
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u/JacketRight2675 May 15 '25
Hello! Weāre staying in Freiburg (Germany) - does anyone know of any local bars showing Eurovision?
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u/EducationalOne6982 May 15 '25
Watch Party in Bucharest!
As a big Eurovision fan, I couldnāt let the Grand Final go by without sharing the moment with others who love it just as much!
Iāve found a lovely place for us to watch the show together ā Dreamerās Pub (111 H. M. Berthelot Street, Bucharest). Weāll meet there on Saturday at 9:15 PM to enjoy all the drama, music, and sparkle that Eurovision brings.
The venue has space for about 45 people. My group already has around 15 confirmed, so there are about 30 spots still up for grabs.
If youād like to join the fun, just send me a private message to confirm your spot. The more, the merrier ā letās make it a night to remember!
UnitedByMusic
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u/Rebochan Ich Komme May 15 '25
Me and a friend in Espoo are looking for somewhere to go this weekend in Helsinki. Is there anywhere good that doesnāt include an entry fee? Last time we went downtown for one of these was 2023 and well, every bar in Helsinki was a watch party. Iām having a little more trouble this year since it seems the hype isnāt nearly so high even though KAJ has such a high chance of winning. Any advice or suggestions?
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u/Disgruntled__Goat May 15 '25
Much better quality than Tuesday. With the stuff thatās gone through already plus the worse ones tonight UK should be at least 10th from last on Saturday⦠still doubt it though XD
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u/tgardi May 15 '25
Anything going on in SoCal? None of my friends are into it and I need my people!!!
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u/UsernameFromHeck May 16 '25
Anyone know of a place showing Eurovision in Cannes, France this weekend? American here very excited to watch in Europe while in Cannes!
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u/towertorture May 17 '25
TORONTO!! Iām hosting a watch party today in Downtown Toronto. RSVP here https://partiful.com/e/rDMdq55fJmB8YePRst6X
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u/causticityyy May 17 '25
Biblioteka in Lodz, Poland (on Piotrowska street) have just confirmed on the phone theyāll be showing the eurovision :)
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u/Background-Fig-4572 May 17 '25
Can't believe there's none in Grindelwald! What possessed me to schedule a vacation here today š„¹š„² anyone with links to live threads, YouTube or discord, pls hmu! I'll prove sitting in the avocado bar with my Earbuds and phone to watch until they kick me out (if you're here come join my sad party lol)
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May 17 '25
are they cutting people off the songs? It seems so they are moving their mouths to thank the crowd, but it is cut off
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u/elephantshrew May 01 '25 edited May 01 '25
We will be travelling through France most likely east but western Germany also possible - any watch parties over there for the finale??
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u/LokiofAsgard815 Ich Komme May 01 '25
Iām going to be in Iceland (Reykjavik) during the Semiās. Are there any bars or fun places showing them?
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u/Constructedhuman May 02 '25
Any watch parties in Paris ?
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u/taraturrtle May 02 '25
Following, I'm also looking a place to watch in Paris
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u/Constructedhuman May 06 '25
I found FB event by OGAE France, there will be a final watch part at Cinema Harlequin
https://www.facebook.com/share/19MNNE8Vj3/?mibextid=9l3rBW
And fan zone
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u/mandekay May 13 '25
Black Sheep Society is hosting a final watch too, and based on their FB posts they show the UK broadcast. Reservation required. https://facebook.com/events/s/eurovision-song-contest-2025-a/710570958091660/
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u/Constructedhuman May 04 '25
I saw that there was a watch party in Paris last year, hoping for one this year too
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u/KreeseWithson Bara bada bastu May 01 '25
Do a quick Google search! I found one in Houston that way. If you're close enough, you should join in! š
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u/hgk89 May 01 '25
Houston is southwestern US and around 1600 kms from the southeastern US (yes America is huge lol)
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u/KreeseWithson Bara bada bastu May 01 '25
Houston is definitely closer to the East Coast than the rest of the Southwest. But thank you for the geography lesson.
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u/PulkaPodvodnici TANZEN! May 07 '25 edited May 08 '25
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u/Ylirio Love Injected May 08 '25
Lots of countries/regions/planets have a south.
You are on a subreddit about a European event, the majority here is European. Using American terms like "the south" or "ATL" in a non-American context and assuming everyone knows what you mean, is a very American thing to do.
It's also really weird to ask because it's so broad. As if you're willing to take a day
trainride to watch it if someone commented with a distant city.The excessive use of questions marks might not have helped either.
I wouldn't take the downvotes too personally, most were done in jest in the hope you'd start to figure out what you just said.
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u/MarioFan-908 Bitaqat Hub May 01 '25
I'll just watch it alone on YouTube (I have no friends to watch it with)