Denmark: Behind The Scenes of “Dansk Melodi Grand Prix 2026” Selection Process

Denmark will choose an artist and a song for Eurovision 2026 via their traditional national selection, “Dansk Melodi Grand Prix 2026”.
Danish broadcaster DR will reveal the list of participants (and probably their entries) on January 22nd, 2026.

Sara Bro and Alex Høgh Andersen will host the show on February 14th, 2026.
Sara will host the show for the third year in a row, while Alex will have his debut as a host.

“Dansk Melodi Grand Prix 2026” – Behind The Scenes

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In a special tribute, DR revealed more details regarding how they shaped this year selection:

1. The selection process this year has included several stages and has spanned over much longer time than usual.
2. The selection is made through a music committee that works on various fronts to get as strong a lineup as possible.
3. The general effort splits into two parts. DR has worked closely with various music records who have worked to create the strongest songs to their artsits.
4. An ongoing process takes place in which they look at the songs and assess whether they are ready to be included in this year’s show or should wait until next year. The meaning is that songs are already on the shelf for “Dansk Melodi Grand Prix 2027“.
5. Some songs have been revamped or edited several times during the process.
6. DR puts a special attention to choose songs that have potential to work in Eurovision, and not only the local market.
7. DR has looked for strong performers with identity, who excel vocally and have the quality to stand on big stages.

Erik Struve Hansen, the “Dansk Melodi Grand Prix” producer, commented:

It has to be a song that communicates what it wants from the first time you hear it. That demands your attention and catches you right away. The big pop songs are strong in the Grand Prix, but we are open to whether it can be one genre or another. But it has to be interesting both after one listen and after ten listens

“Dansk Melodi Grand Prix 2026” – Known Details

1. The selection will feature one show only (The final), which will be held on Saturday, February 14th, 2026.
2. The final will take place at Arena Nord in Frederikshavn.
3. Sara Bro and Alex Høgh Andersen will host the show.
4. 8 artists will be shortlisted to participate in the selection.
5. The results of the show will be based on a 50% public vote and a 50% jury vote. Half of the jury will be Danish, and the other half from abroad.
6. The jury members will have experience in the music industry and a connection to the “Dansk Melodi Grand Prix” and Eurovision.
7. DR aims to run a modern and innovative show, with the glory of Eurovision. The first step was to come with a new branding and logo.
8. DR will dedicate time and resources for creating the full package for each candidate: The artist, the song, the performance, and the staging.

Sissal represented Denmark in Eurovision 2025
She performed “Hallucination” and ended in 23rd place.

Eurovision 2026 will be held in Vienna, Austria, on May 12th, 14th, and 16th, 2026.