High Costs and Boycott Calls Cast Shadow on Eurovision 2025

Eurovision 2025 Faces Headwinds: High Costs and Boycott Calls Dampen Enthusiasm Basel, Switzerland – The Eurovision Song Contest, renowned for its vibrant atmosphere and global reach, is facing unexpected challenges this year. High costs of attending the event in Switzerland, one of the world's most expensive countries, are deterring many fans. This is coupled with growing calls for a boycott of the contest, which has added to the overall sense of uncertainty surrounding the event. "I usually go to Eurovision every year, but not this year," said Josh Sheldon, a regular Eurovision attendee featured in a recent BBC News video. Sheldon attributes his decision to the prohibitive costs of attending in Switzerland, adding that "doing that this year would be so expensive that it's going to be prohibited for a lot of fans." Adding to the complexities, a new rule prohibits artists from displaying flags other than those of their own countries. This has sparked debate and further fueled concerns about the event's future. Despite these challenges, the Eurovision Song Contest remains a significant cultural event, and organizers are working to ensure a successful competition.