RTVE and EBU have revealed big news today as they’ve unveiled the list of participants for the upcoming Junior Eurovision edition along with the stage design, logo and slogan.

17 countries will participate in this year’s edition of Europe’s show for kids!

Martin Österdahl, Executive Supervisor for the Junior Eurovision Song Contest said:

“It’s our pleasure to be welcoming young and talented artists from 17 countries to Madrid in November for the 22nd Junior Eurovision Song Contest. We’re also thrilled to be welcoming back two countries, Cyprus and San Marino, to the competition.

It has been a long time since Spain has hosted a Eurovision event and RTVE’s excitement to be staging this year’s Contest has been infectious! We are looking forward to a wonderful week ahead of us in November.”

The contest will be held on Saturday, November 16 at Madrid’s Caja Mágica under the slogan “Let’s bloom”.

“We have thought of a concept that, taking nature as an example, influences the idea of ​​young artists flourishing towards a future where they can be themselves and express freely in a healthy, safe and diverse way. The aim is to walk with them in their growth and development. In short, to help them flourish and progress, by being themselves.

The concept of flowers and blooming comes from nature itself, where there is so much diversity and in which everything is important, harmonious and beautiful”, said Ana María Bordas – Original Content Director at RTVE and Executive Producer of JESC 2024.

The artistic idea of the logo will be transferred to the venue through organic elements. A large LED screen will be the main element of the stage, which has been designed in a simple, but modern way.

“Our vision is rooted in the belief that diversity is the essence of beauty, much like a flourishing garden. In this creative journey, we embrace the idea that each artist, like a unique plant, contributes to the vibrant tapestry of our ‘garden of life’. Here, everyone has their place and together we grow into diverse shapes, colours and forms.

We invite our audience to trust in our vision and the future of our artists, as we embark on this transformative experience together.”, said Marvin Dietmann – Artistic Director for Junior Eurovision 2024.

Tickets for the live show and dress rehearsal will go on sale on October 15th.