After closing the submission window for “Melodifestivalen 2026″, Swedish broadcaster SVT announced that 3,888 songs were submitted to the selection process for Eurovision 2026.
“Melodifestivalen 2026” – Rumored Artists
Based on the Swedish media, and especially Expressen and Aftonbladet, we can reveal some of the leading names that will reportedly participate in “Melodifestivalen 2026″.
We would like to highlight that SVT hasn’t confirmed any names officially.
You can find the first part of the list here and the second part here
#1. Juliett (J1 Band)
Juliett (formerly: J1) is a Swedish band that consists of 5 members: Elias Kask, David Själin, Romeo Ermelin, Valter Wigren, and Ludvig Alamanos.
Last summer, they released the song “Varje Efterfest” (Eng: Every After Party)
#2. Brandsta City Släckers
Another comeback is planned.
The Brandsta City Släckers band competed in “Melodifestivalen” in 2002 and 2003, and they are reported to return in 2026!
The band is well known for its appearance at firefighters’ customs.
#3. Indra Elg
Indra Elg participated in “Swedish Idol” in 2020, and she is reported to take part in “Melodifestivalen 2026”.
This summer, she signed a contract with an independent music label, which has brought Liamoo and Meira Omer to “Melodifestivalen” in the past.
You can listen to one of her covers here:
#4. Lilla Al-Fadji
The 45-year-old rapper is about to make his “Melodifestivalen” debut.
Last year, he submitted a song, but he didn’t cut the national selection.
This year, he collaborated with the Swedish Eurovision commentator Edward af Sillén.
You can listen to one of his songs:
#5. Noll2
The pop duo Noll2 (Zero 2) is expected to make their debut in “Melodifestivalen”.
The duo consists of 23-year-old Jakob Westerlund and Wilmer Öberg. They met at school and then began writing songs together in 2022.
You can listen to one of their songs here:
“Melodifestivalen 2026” – Potential Contestants
- Smash Into Pieces
- Felicia (Fröken Snusk)
- Greczula
- Medina
- Saga Ludvigsson
- Meira Omar
- Eva Jumatate
- Manoel “Junior” Marques Lerin
- Sanna Nielsen
- Robin Bengtsson
- Arwin Ismail
- Emilia Pantic
- Korslagda
- Felix Manu
- A-Teens
- Jacqueline Moss
- Patrik Jean
- AleXa (Kim Seri)
- Cimberly Wanyonyi
- Erika Jonsson
- Vilhelm Buchaus
- Juliett (J1 Band)
- Brandsta City Släckers
- Lilla Al-Fadji
- Indra Elg
- Noll2
“Melodifestivalen 2026” – Known Details
- The competition will consist of 6 shows: 5 semi-finals and a grand final.
- 30 acts will compete in the semi-final, 12 of them will qualify for the final.
- The dates and host cities will be as follows:
- Semi-Final 1: January 31st, 2026 (Linköping)
- Semi-Final 2: February 7th, 2026 (Göteborg)
- Semi-Final 3: February 14th, 2026 (Kristianstad)
- Semi-Final 4: February 21st, 2026 (Malmö)
- Semi-Final 5: February 28th, 2026 (Sundsvall)
- Final: March 7th, 2026 (Stockholm)
- 3,888 songs were submitted to “Melodifestivalen 2026“
- The selected jury will shortlist the submitted songs. The panel will consist of the “Melodifestivalen” main board members, among them Karin Gunnarsson (“Melodifestivalen” producer).
- There aren’t any restrictions regarding the language of the songs.
- At least 30% of the chosen acts will be performed in Swedish.
- At least 50% of the chosen songs must feature female writers/composers.
- The 30 acts are reported to be revealed on December 2nd, 2025.
KAJ represented Sweden in Eurovision 2025
They performed “Bara Bada Bastu” and ended in 4th place
Eurovision 2026 will be held in Vienna, Austria, on May 12th, 14th, and 16th, 2026.
