Junior Eurovision 2026 applications are open – what you need to know

Is your son, daughter, niece or nephew a musical marvel?

Hopefuls can apply to battle it out for the once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to represent Ireland at an international level.

Auditions will take place all across Ireland in March 2026. 

From these initial auditions, ten talented musicians will be chosen to compete in-studio for the ultimate prize for a budding artist.

The winner will go head-to-head with contestants from over 16 other European countries at the Junior Eurovision Song Contest 2026. 

With over 7.5 million viewers across Europe, the show is always a spectacular event.

Applications are open to solos, duets and groups of up to a maximum of 6 people. 

To apply, simply send a 40-second clip of the applicant singing using the form at www.tg4.ie/junioreurovision

Applicants must be aged 9-14 years on the date of the competition this Autumn 2026.