Riga, February 7, 2026
Latvia’s ‘Supernova’ Heats Up: Five Acts Advance to Eurovision Final
Teh competition to represent Latvia at the 2026 Eurovision Song Contest in Vienna, Austria is intensifying as the second semi-final of ‘Supernova’ airs tonight.
- The second semi-final of ‘Supernova’ takes place February 7th on LTV1 at 21:10.
- Twenty-four participants were selected from 124 applications to compete in the semi-finals.
- The final lineup will be persistent after tonight’s show, joining the five acts from the first semi-final.
- The winner will be chosen by a combination of jury votes and audience participation.
Eurovision fans, mark your calendars! Tonight, February 7th, marks the second semi-final of ‘Supernova’, Latvia’s national selection show for the Eurovision Song contest. Tune in to LTV1 at 21:10 to witness which five hopefuls will secure their place in the grand final. The show is also available for viewing online.
A total of 24 participants were carefully chosen by a jury from an remarkable pool of 124 applications to participate in the semi-finals of ‘Supernova’. These semi-finalists were initially announced on November 20th, and all of their songs have been readily available for listening pleasure for several weeks.
The first semi-final, held on January 31st, already propelled five acts into the final round. Tonight’s second semi-final will complete the full lineup of contenders vying for the coveted prospect to represent Latvia on the Eurovision stage.
The ultimate victor of ‘Supernova’ will be decided through a dynamic blend of expert jury verdicts and the enthusiastic votes of the viewing public, cast via both telephone and social media platforms. The grand final is scheduled for February 14th, where the final decision will be made: who will have the honour of performing for Latvia at the Eurovision Song Contest in Vienna, austria this May?
Why it matters: Latvia’s ‘Supernova’ is a crucial event for the nation’s participation in the Eurovision Song Contest, a globally recognized celebration of music and culture. The contest provides a platform for Latvian artists to showcase their talent on an international stage.
Who is involved: Twenty-four semi-finalists, selected from 124 applicants, are competing for the chance to represent Latvia.A professional jury and the Latvian public will determine the winner. LTV1 is the broadcasting network hosting the event.
What happened: the second semi-final of ‘Supernova’ took place on February 7th, 2026, narrowing down the field of contenders for the Latvian Eurovision entry. Five acts advanced from the first semi-final on January 31st, and tonight’s show will add another five to the final lineup.
How it will end: The grand final on February 14th will reveal the winner, who will then represent Latvia at the Eurovision Song Contest in Vienna, Austria this May. The winner will be determined by a combination of jury votes and public voting.
