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You've just landed on a lovingly crafted fan site dedicated to the weird, wild, and wonderful world of the Junior Eurovision Song Contest — and yes, it’s made by someone who’s never actually watched a full show live. But don’t let that fool you — this archive dives deep into each edition of the contest, offering an informative and sometimes irreverent look back at every year from its inception in 2003 all the way to the present.

Inspired by the tongue-in-cheek yet detailed style of Des & Mick’s classic Eurovision coverage, this site breaks down each contest in two main parts:

  • The Music & Competition
    A critical (but never cruel) review of the songs, performances, and results — the good, the bad, and the (mostly) baffling.

  • The Presentation & Format
    An exploration of the contest's look and feel each year, including the hosts, stage design, on-screen graphics, postcards, voting systems, interval acts, and more. If it appeared on screen, we probably have something to say about it.

Please note:

  • All entries from 2003 to 2024 were written in retrospect during Summer 2025 (between 30 May and 3 July).

  • Entries from 2025 onward will be written shortly after each contest takes place, aiming to capture reactions while they’re still fresh.

This site is meant to be informative, educational, and occasionally reflective, providing a comprehensive retrospective of how Junior Eurovision has evolved over the years — from its awkward early days to the slick productions of recent times.

A quick legal note:
All images and video stills used are the property of their respective broadcasters. This site operates under the belief that its content falls within the scope of Section 107 of the U.S. Copyright Act of 1976 (Fair Use).
We are not affiliated with the European Broadcasting Union (EBU) or any participating broadcasters. This is strictly a fan project.

Comments are open to everyone, even those who doesn’t have a Blogger account. Mild banter is tolerated. For the latest developments leading up to the upcoming contest see either junioreurovision.tv or follow me on Bluesky! If you liked this blog, share it to someone you think they feel the same too. I'll gratefully thank you for that since it's an obscure corner of the internet.

So dive in — whether you're here for nostalgia, research, or just to laugh at some questionable staging choices, there's plenty to explore.

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