RTCG has confirmed that Montesong 2026 will be held on December 21 at the broadcaster’s Main Studio in Podgorica.
Date and venue confirmed
Organisers had explored the idea of hosting Montesong with a live audience in Podgorica or other cities across Montenegro, but ultimately decided to stage it at RTCG’s main studio due to budget and production limitations.
“Producing such a demanding television event requires a large team. Holding Montesong in another venue would significantly increase production costs,” explained Vučinić to RTCG.
The creative team emphasised that the goal is to ensure the best experience for both artists and viewers, following the success of last year’s inaugural edition, which attracted millions of online views across Europe.
A platform for Montenegrin music
Vučinić underlined that Montesong is more than a Eurovision selection:
“We see Montesong as a platform to promote Montenegro’s music scene and artists. Investing in national festivals is part of our public service remit.”
International composers have shown interest – particularly from Scandinavia – but performers must be Montenegrin citizens.
Montenegro’s Eurovision journey
Before Montenegro announced its return to the Eurovision Song Contest for 2025, they had a scattered appearance at the competition. There has been a Montenegrin presence at the Eurovision Song Contest as far back as 1983, when the nation was a part of Yugoslavia. Montenegrin entries went on to represent Yugoslavia in 1983 and 1984, placing 4th and 18th respectively. Similarly, the nation also sent an entry as part of Serbia and Montenegro in 2005, placing 7th with No Name’s “Zauvijek moja”.
Montenegro returned to the Contest in 2025 with Nina Žižić returning to the competition after 12 years. Singing “Dobrodošli”, Montenegro competed in the second semi-final. However, their return did not see a return to the final, with Montenegro finishing last in the semi-final with just 12 points.
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News Source: RTCG
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