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Forget Christmas, forget your birthday, and forget your wedding anniversary, the real most important day of the year is coming up soon. 13th May is the Eurovision Song Contest final and this year is extra special. Thanks to a spectacular turn of events that literally no one saw coming, the UK placed second last year and will be hosting the event next month in Liverpool, on behalf of last year's official winner, Ukraine.
Getting tickets for the show is notoriously tough so if you're not one of the lucky few who can be in Liverpool in person there are lots of other ways to get in the Euro spirit. As ever, the whole event will be broadcast live on television so why not invite some friends round, channel your inner Conchita, break out the international snacks, and enjoy it all from the comfort of home. If you'd rather go out in London and be part of a massive Eurovision party, there are plenty of places where you can watch Eurovision 2023.
The Clapham Grand hosts a huge Eurovision party every year that's probably the city's biggest. Watch the whole show on a 25ft screen plus enjoy loads of fun extras like themed cocktails, a pre-show drag performance, and a post-show party with non-stop Eurovision bangers. LGBTQ+ pub The Royal Vauxhall Tavern is showing both semi-finals as well as the big Saturday night show, with live performances and after parties too.
If you'd rather watch the show with a load of fun and games thrown in, head to The Trinity Bell in Aldgate. This pub is hosting a Eurovision party with glitzy decor, a best-dressed contest, and games like Guess the Score and Spin the Wheel. Dressing up is highly encouraged.
This year there's also a brand new way to join in the Eurovision fun. Cinemas across the country are screening the Eurovision final, and you can check it out yourself at Catford Mews. This independent cinema will be screening the whole thing in South London.
Whether you're having your own party or you're heading to one of London's venues, Eurovision 2023 is already extra exciting for the UK. Chances are we won't be hosting again for quite some time so start waving your favourite flag and get ready for another gloriously-OTT Eurovision final.
