Eurovision Song Contest 2024 Semifinal 1 - Live Show
The Eurovision Song Contest is back in Malmö, and it's your time to shine in the audience at Eurovision 2024!
Get ready to celebrate the diversity of music and the spirit of unity at this incredible event taking place on May 6-11. There will be nine shows in total.
In the Evening Previews, you will get a full run through of the show featuring all countries participating including, as well as all opening and interval acts for the show.
In the Afternoon Previews, also known as the family show, you will get a final full run through of the show featuring all the countries participating. The afternoon preview is convenient for those who wish to bring younger Eurovision fans along. Some performers may not be in full make up during their live performance.
In the live shows it's live! The broadcast goes live around the world to more than 160 million people. In the semifinals, the countries find out who has made it to the Grand Final based on the audience votes and in the Grand Final, we’ll find out who will be the winner of Eurovision Song Contest 2024! Audiences across Europe (and Australia) will get to cast their votes to add to the Jury scores.
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Practical information
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Preliminary times
The main entrance opens:
7:00 PM evening shows
1:00 PM afternoon shows (with the exception of May 11th 11:30 AM)
If you have a VIP ticket, you should have received an email with information about times for those entrances. If you haven't received an email, check your junk mail, otherwise contact premium@malmoarena.com
Show length:
The show is approximately 2,5 hours for all the semifinal shows and approximately 4 hours for all the Grand Final shows.
At the square outside Malmö Arena's main entrance, there is a closed festival area with DJs, bars and food trucks. A ticket to the next show is required to enter the area. The no bag policy also applies to this area. No food and beverage from the festival area can leave the outdoor area- but don't worry once you get in to the Malmö Arena you will find new bars and kiosks.
The festival area opens:
5:00 PM evening shows
12:00 PM afternoon show (with the exception of May 11th 11:00 AM)
The area closes when the show starts.
Welcome! -
How to get here
It is very easy to get to Malmö Arena by public transportation. Malmö Hyllie train Station and the bus stops are only about 2 minutes away from our main entrances. For more information about how to find your way here
You can easy buy your ticket in the Skånetrafiken app. During Eurovision there will be a unique Eurovision ticket which gives you unlimited travels all through Eurovision. More information here -
Bags are not allowed
with the exception of 1 small purse max 20 cm x 10 cm x 1 cm, or small bag for medical purposes in commercial non glas containers, or changing bags for babies and young children, if children are present. -
Bag storage
There is staffed bag storage subject to availability in a nearby area outside Malmö Arena at the cost of 75 SEK / bag and ticket to that day's show.
Payment by card and Swish.
Address: Hyllie Vattenparksgata 1
See map
Bag storage opens:
5:00 PM before evening shows
12:00 PM before afternoon shows (with the exception of Saturday May 11th 11:00 AM)
Bag storage closes:
1 hour after show end -
Flags
Participating countries official nation flags and Rainbow flags, max 1 m x 0,5 m accepted. (Flag sticks regardless of length not permitted). -
Prohibited items
See complete list of prohibited items -
Security
Security is always our main priority and Malmö Arena, SVT and the local authorities/police are in close contact in regards to all security matters. Security checks with metal detactors will be conducted upon arrival. Make sure to be well on time for your event. We recommend at least 2 hours prior to the start of the show to minimize the queues and make your entry as smooth as possible. -
Once you are here
We are happy to help you with any queries and will try to solve any problems you may have. Contact staff in the venue if you are having any issues with your seats. All complaints must be handled on site - after the event your seat/tickets will be considered aproved. -
Cloak room
There are no cloak room facilities in the venue. -
Cashless Arena
Malmö Arena is a cashless Arena and only accepts card payment.
This text may be updated. Check latest info before your visit to Malmö Arena.
For more valuable info see Frequently asked questions (coming soon)
