Junior Eurovision 2025: Georgia as Winner and Host Country

Georgia once again takes the stage of Junior Eurovision — this time not only as a participant, but also as the proud host. After its latest victory, the country secured the right to welcome the contest, further cementing its status as the most successful nation in JESC history.

🏅 Georgia’s Record of Success

• Georgia debuted at Junior Eurovision in 2007 and has participated every year since.
• Victories: 2008 (Bzikebi — "Bzz.."), 2011 (Candy — "Candy Music"), 2016 (Mariam Mamadashvili — "Mzeo"), and 2024 (Andria Putkaradze — "To My Mom"). That makes a total of 4 wins, the highest in the contest’s history.
• The 2024 triumph by Andria Putkaradze established Georgia as the undisputed leader of Junior Eurovision.

🎶 Junior Eurovision 2025 in Tbilisi

• The contest will take place on 13 December 2025 in Tbilisi, marking the second time Georgia hosts the event (the first was in 2017).
• Venue: the Small Hall of the Olympic Palace (New Sports Palace), already confirmed by the organizers.
• Up to 20 countries are expected to participate, with delegations arriving about 10 days before the show to rehearse and take part in cultural events.
• The Georgian government has allocated more than €2.5 million (around ₾8 million) for hosting the contest.

🌍 Why This Matters for Georgia

• Hosting the contest strengthens Georgia’s role as a cultural and creative hub capable of staging major international events.
• Junior Eurovision is not only a competition, but also a platform to showcase national talent, expand international ties, and present Georgia as both hospitable and innovative.
• After Andria Putkaradze’s moving 2024 victory with “To My Mom”, Georgia once again proved its ability to nurture outstanding young performers and support them on a global stage.

🔮 What’s Next

• In the coming months, more details will be revealed: the official slogan, stage design, hosts, ticket information, and promotional campaigns.
• GPB (Georgian Public Broadcaster) has promised an even more ambitious and emotionally charged show than in 2017.
• Follow the hashtag #JESC2025 for teasers, announcements, and behind-the-scenes updates.

🏆 Conclusion

By hosting Junior Eurovision 2025 after its record-breaking fourth win, Georgia reaffirms its cultural ambition and pride. The December contest in Tbilisi is set to become one of the brightest chapters in the history of Junior Eurovision — a celebration of young talent, creativity, and the spirit of a nation that lives through music.