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Eurovision Grand Final: Running order, guest performers and how the scoring works

Connor Gotto by Connor Gotto
May 13, 2023
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On Saturday night, 26 performers will take to the stage in Liverpool and compete to become the winner of the 2023 Eurovision Song Contest – and it’s all to play for!

During a pair of Semi-Finals this week, 31 acts performed for 20 spots in the Grand Final, where they’ll join the Big 5 – France, Germany, Italy, Spain and the United Kingdom – plus last year’s winners, Ukraine, for the final stage of the competition.

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One by one, they’ll perform their song for the voting public across the continent and – for the first time – the rest of the world, with the act who secures the most combined public and jury votes earning the title.

How does voting work in the Eurovision Grand Final?

The final vote is made up of two equally-weighted segments: professional juries and viewers at home.

Each of the 37 participating countries will award a total of 58 points (1 – 8, 10 and 12) via their national jury – made up of five members (including a chairperson) with a solid musical/artistic background and relevant professional experience.

Each Jury will watch and cast their votes based on Dress Rehearsal 2, which takes place in the evening of Friday, May 12.

On Saturday, viewers in all 37 countries taking part in the Eurovision Song Contest 2023 can vote for the 26 songs in the Grand Final using the official Eurovision Song Contest app or by telephone and/or SMS..

Those watching in any other eligible non-participating country can vote here.

When the vote closes, the Top 10 most popular songs in each participating country will be allocated points from 1 to 8, 10 and 12 points, which will be announced by a representative from each region.

These points are combined with the jury points for the final scoring, which will determine an overall winner.

What is the Eurovision 2023 Grand Final running order?

Following the second Semi-Final on Thursday, the running order for the Grand Final was decided. Ukraine’s Tvorchi and the United Kingdom’s Mae Muller have known their positions for some time as reigning champions and hosts.

1. Austria: Teya & Salena – Who The Hell Is Edgar?

2. Portugal: Mimicat – Ai Coração

3. Switzerland: Remo Forrer – Watergun

4. Poland : Blanka – Solo

5. Serbia: Luke Black – Samo Mi Se Spava

6. France: La Zarra – Évidemment

7. Cyprus: Andrew Lambrou – Break A Broken Heart

8. Spain: Blanca Paloma – Eaea

9. Sweden: Loreen – Tattoo

10. Albania: Albina & Familja Kelmendi – Duje

11. Italy: Marco Mengoni – Due Vite

12. Estonia: Alika – Bridges

13. Finland: Käärijä – Cha Cha Cha

14. Czechia: Vesna – My Sister’s Crown

15. Australia: Voyager – Promise

16. Belgium: Gustaph – Because Of You

17. Armenia: Brunette – Future Lover

18. Moldova: Pasha Parfeni – Soarele şi Luna

19. Ukraine: TVORCHI – Heart of Steel

20. Norway: Alessandra – Queen of Kings

21. Germany: Lord of the Lost – Blood & Glitter

22. Lithuania: Monika Linkytė – Stay

23. Israel: Noa Kirel – Unicorn

24. Slovenia: oker Out – Carpe Diem

25. Croatia: Let 3 – Mama ŠČ!

26. United Kingdom: Mae Muller – I Wrote A Song

Who are the guest performers during the Eurovision 2023 Grand Final?

During the Grand Final, an extensive line-up of Eurovision stars from throughout the years will take to the stage, including last year’s winners, Ukraine’s Kalush Orchestra, who will open the show with a powerful performance titled ‘Voices of a New Generation’.

As Liverpool hosts the event on behalf of the country, it’s only fitting that they kick off proceedings in style, with their showcase set to feature their smash hit winning song Stefania.

“We’ve been looking forward to performing in Liverpool ever since it was announced as host last year,” they share. “The city has a world-renowned musical heritage and we’re delighted to finally be able to announce what an honour it will be for us to be there.

“While we’re sad that we couldn’t bring the Eurovision Song Contest back to our home country, we’re really grateful to the UK for hosting this party on our behalf. We will perform for everyone in Ukraine to remind us that better days and our country’s victory is ahead, as well as to show the world what Ukraine is fighting for.”

During the Eurovision Flag Parade of all 26 Grand Finalists, there’ll be a unique performance by some iconic past Ukrainian Eurovision contestants, with GO_A, Jamala, Tina Karol, and Verka Serduchka set to blend their Eurovision entries with British classics. 

Once all 26 acts have performed and voting is taking place across Europe and the world, the UK’s Sam Ryder will make his triumphant return to the Contest, after which six iconic past Eurovision acts will come together to celebrate ‘The Liverpool Songbook’.

Italy’s Mahmood, Israel’s Netta, Iceland’s Daði Freyr, Sweden’s Cornelia Jakobs, Duncan Laurence from the Netherlands, and Liverpool’s very own Sonia will put their own spin on classic hits from artists whose careers started in the city. 

Then, it’s time for the big reveal as votes come in from around the world and the winner of the 2023 Eurovision Song Contest is crowned. 

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Connor Gotto

Connor Gotto

Founder and editor of RETROPOP. Self-proclaimed pop aficionado. Usually seen with a wine in hand.

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