The acts are in and the stage is nearly set: Eurovision-fever is about to take over the country.
This is the first time the UK has hosted the famous Song Contest since 1998 when it was held in Birmingham and presided over by the one and only Terry Wogan. Though England’s Sam Ryder came second in last year’s competition, we’re hosting it on behalf of the winner Ukraine, where the war against Russia rages on.
Liverpool is in the spotlight for the grand finale on May 13 and lucky ticket holders will descend on the city en masse to watch this year’s weird and wonderful line-up. The UK’s entry for the 2023 Eurovision Song Contest is 25 year-old Mae Muller, who will belt out a tune imaginatively titled ”I Wrote A Song”.
If you’re not one of the folks who managed to get a ticket before they sold out in 36 minutes flat, you can still join in the fun by hosting a Eurovision party at home.
All you really need is the right decorations to create a festive vibe as well as canapes inspired by the various competing nations.
We’re talking balloons, flag bunting and fun food picks to stick into snacks. Join in with scoring at home with paddles or laugh along to the most bonkers song competition in the world with a bingo game (extra points for power ballads and power tools as props). Elsewhere disco and rainbow-themes will work well and have the added bonus of being reused for parties later in the year. You’ll also need the costumes but more on that here.
We’ve found the party pieces to take your Eurovision party to the next level.
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Terry Wogan Life Size Cutout
As the UK’s greatest Eurovision host, Terry Wogan presided over the annual competition with his warm humour and trademark dry wit. Though the presenting baton has since been handed over to the likes of Graham Norton and Alesha Dixon, Wogan’s crown as the father of Eurovision (in the UK, at least) remains untouched. Honour him by adding a life-size cardboard cutout of the legend to your decor. He can greet guests by the door, join in with selfies, or stand next to the TV as your own personal host.
Buy now £44.97, Amazon
AhfuLife 2023 Eurovision Flag Bunting
Bunting is the fastest route to dressing up a plain old room. For Eurovision, there’s nothing more fitting than this 37-flag version, which features all the participating nations. String up the 12m-long decoration around the telly or over a wall to create a selfie backdrop your guests will love.
Buy now £5.29, Amazon
Union Jack Wear Eurovision Party Kit
Go big at home with one Eurovision party kit that has a good time written all over it. The bumper pack has bunting, flags for waving, glitter-encrusted party hats, boas, novelty glasses and more. There’s even a tiny winner’s medal to dish out to your most enthusiastic guest. In short, everything you need to throw the party of the year.
Buy now £47.40, Amazon
Talking Tables Eurovision Song Contest Scoring Paddles
Make like Strictly and score each act’s performance with help from Talking Tables’ fun scoring paddles. The pack of six covered everything from ‘Out of Tune’ to ‘12 points’, the highest score it’s possible to get.
Buy now £10.00, Talking Tables
NOW That’s What I Call Eurovision
From ABBA’s Waterloo to Gina G’s Ooh A.. Just A Little Bit and Conchita’s Rise Like A Phoenix, Eurovision is responsible for bringing some of the catchiest tunes to the world’s collective consciousness. Remind yourself of their greatest with a classic NOW compilation which packs in three discs of party bangers. One to stick on before, during and after the viewing party to get you all in the Eurovision mood.
Buy now £4.50, Amazon
Gejoy Disco Helium Balloons
The legendary Song Contest gave the world one of the best-loved bands in disco: ABBA. Give a nod to the genre with this 10 pack of mirror ball themed balloons. The large silver-foiled orbs can be inflated with helium as well as air.
Buy now £9.99, Amazon
Eurovision Bingo Game
A fun, family-friendly game to play as you watch the finals on telly, this UK Eurovision Bingo Game is the perfect thing to hand out at your viewing party - up to 20 people can join in. Made from strong, high-quality card by a UK vendor, the full colour print cards are simple enough for the youngest and newest Eurovision fan to join in. Check off the flags and countries as each singer takes the spotlight and arrange a prize for the winner to up the stakes.
Buy now £5.99, Amazon
John Lewis Union Flag Eurovision Microphone Bauble
Baubles aren’t just for Christmas. Get this Eurovision-themed microphone version to hang from plants or decorate your buffet table or pass it around your guest to allow everyone to have a warble.
Buy now £6.00, John Lewis
Talking Tables Eurovision Song Contest ‘Douze Points’ Garland
Want top points for your Eurovision party? A themed banner will guarantee you the winning votes.
Buy now £7.00, Talking Tables
Party Pieces Union Jack Food Picks (x24)
Whether you’re making party food from scratch or want to jazz up your takeaway delivery, fun food picks are an easy way to make your feast fit the festivities. There are 24 in this pack, which can easily be cleaned and stored for future parties.
Buy now £2.99, Party Pieces
Kraftz Rainbow Coloured Eco Confetti Cannons
One to reserve for the final countdown, hand out confetti cannons to pull when this year’s winner is announced. This bundle is made from plastic-free biodegradable confetti offering a guilt-free way to celebrate.
Buy now £9.49, Amazon
Eurovision Cake Topper
Weddings, birthdays, anniversaries: all big occasions have a cake, so why should Eurovision be any different? Whether you’re whipping up a homemade bake or stacking doughnuts for a sweet treat, put your dessert in the spotlight by adding a themed Eurovision cake topper. It can even be used to give a takeaway pizza a celebratory edge.
Buy now £2.75, Etsy
