Based on the EBU press release, Malta was chosen to host Junior Eurovision 2026.
The 24th edition of the contest will be held on Saturday, October 24th, 2026
This marks the 3rd time Malta will host the contest, with the previous times being in 2014 and 2016.
The event will be held at the MFCC venue in Ta’Qali:
Martin Green, the Director of the Eurovision Song Contest, commented:
We are thrilled to be bringing the Junior Eurovision Song Contest back to Malta with PBS. Malta has an exceptional track record in the Contest, not only in terms of its successes on stage but also as a host broadcaster that understands how to create a world-class event for young performers. We know that PBS will once again deliver a spectacular show that captures the creativity, diversity and spirit at the heart of Junior Eurovision.
Keith Chetcuti, Chief Executive Officer of PBS, added:Â
“Malta is Eurovision’s biggest fan and ally and therefore it is our biggest honour to be chosen as the host nation for this year’s Junior Eurovision Song Contest. This event is a celebration of our warmth and heritage, and we look forward to making this a landmark event. Malta is not only ready to host such a prestigious event but also committed to keep building its relationship with EBU and our colleague Members.”
Elizz Borg represented Malta at Junior Eurovision 2025 with the song “I Believe“.
She ended up in 11th place:
More Junior Eurovision news will be revealed in the near future
