The City of Paris will hold an open air broadcast of the Eurovision Song Contest 2025 Grand Final at Place de la Bastille, inviting fans to gather for a unique night of music, celebration, and national pride. This marks the first time the French capital has organised a public viewing event for the contest’s final.
For the first time in its history, Paris is officially joining the Eurovision Song Contest festivities with an open air broadcast of the Grand Final. The event will take place at Place de la Bastille on 17 May, when the contest is held live from Basel, Switzerland. Hundreds of fans are expected to attend, filling the square with flags, songs, and high hopes for a French victory.
France counts on Louane and Maman for a strong result
France will be represented this year by Louane with the song Maman, a heartfelt ballad that has already caught the attention of Eurovision fans and bookmakers alike. A popular figure in French music, Louane brings both vocal power and emotional depth to her performance, placing her among the favourites to win.
It would be the first victory for France since 1977 (L’oiseau et l’enfant) and the first French speaking song to receive the Crystal trophy since 1988 (Ne partez pas sans moi).
As a member of the Big Five, the countries that automatically qualify for the final, France is guaranteed a spot in the Grand Final on 17 May. In addition to the final, Louane will also appear in the second semi-final on 15 May, as France is set to vote in that show.
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