The Eurovision Song Contest 2017 will be the 62nd edition of the Eurovision Song Contest. It will take place in the International Exhibition Centre in Kiev, Ukraine, following Ukraine's victory at the 2016 contest in Stockholm with the song "1944", performed by Jamala. The live shows will take place on Tuesday 9th May (First Semi-Final), Thursday 11th May (Second Semi-Final), with the Grand Final on Saturday 13th May.
Two Ukrainian cities were in the run for hosting the contest: The capital Kyiv and Odessa, but after a long process Kyiv won the race and will be hosting Eurovision Song Contest 2017.
Kyiv (or Kiev) is the capital of Ukraine and also the largest city. Kyiv, located in the north-central part of Ukraine on the Dnieper River, is a modern city with everything visiting fans will need. From hotels, hostels like ZigZag Hostel Kiev and easy transport links to beautiful architecture, green spaces, nightlife and a rich history, the city has shown itself to be a worthy host.
Kyiv hosted the 50th Eurovision Song Contest in 2005 as a result of Ruslana's "Wild Dances" victory in 2004. Kyiv also hosted Junior Eurovision in 2009 and 2013.The city plans to host the 2017 contest at the International Exhibition Centre, the largest venue of its kind in Ukraine with capacity for 11,000 spectators.
Tickets for Eurovision Song Contest 2017 go on sale in November or December 2016. As soon as tickets go on sale our hostel is waiting for your bookings. ZigZag hostel in Kyiv is very easy to book. To do this, contact us by e-mail, Skype or phone. We are waiting for you to have fun together.
Two Ukrainian cities were in the run for hosting the contest: The capital Kyiv and Odessa, but after a long process Kyiv won the race and will be hosting Eurovision Song Contest 2017.
Kyiv (or Kiev) is the capital of Ukraine and also the largest city. Kyiv, located in the north-central part of Ukraine on the Dnieper River, is a modern city with everything visiting fans will need. From hotels, hostels like ZigZag Hostel Kiev and easy transport links to beautiful architecture, green spaces, nightlife and a rich history, the city has shown itself to be a worthy host.
Kyiv hosted the 50th Eurovision Song Contest in 2005 as a result of Ruslana's "Wild Dances" victory in 2004. Kyiv also hosted Junior Eurovision in 2009 and 2013.The city plans to host the 2017 contest at the International Exhibition Centre, the largest venue of its kind in Ukraine with capacity for 11,000 spectators.
Tickets for Eurovision Song Contest 2017 go on sale in November or December 2016. As soon as tickets go on sale our hostel is waiting for your bookings. ZigZag hostel in Kyiv is very easy to book. To do this, contact us by e-mail, Skype or phone. We are waiting for you to have fun together.