The stage is set for one of the most flamboyant, dazzling, and outlandish nights in music - the Eurovision Song Contest grand final. It's the first time the UK has staged the annual event since Birmingham 1998 after Katrina & the Waves won the previous year with Love Shine A Light.
Liverpool is the host city this year, on behalf of Ukraine, with a global audience of more than 160 million expected to tune in. The UK's entrant Mae Muller is hoping to take the crown with 'I Wrote a Song'.
Tickets for the final at Liverpool Arena sold out in just 36 seconds. But just because you can't be there in person it doesn't mean you can't be part of the fun as Europe's finest (and Australia) battle it out. All the live action is being shown on big screens around Nottingham on May 13. The contest begins at 8pm.
Don't leave it until the last minute though as demand is high. The Garage, in Chilwell, is already a sell-out.
Nottingham Castle
A ballot is being held for the chance to get a pair of tickets for the screening in the grounds of Nottingham Castle. There are 100 pairs of tickets available
Names will be randomly drawn and, if you are successful, you will be notified by email and will have 24 hours to claim. But don't delay the ballot closes on Wednesday 10 May at 23.59. To join the waiting list go to gigantic.com
Savoy Cinema
It's the first time the grand final will be shown at cinemas across the UK. All the action will be on the big screen at the Savoy in Lenton.
Eurovision fans will be able to take to their seats for a special preview of BBC Three’s new show ‘I Kissed a Boy’ presented by Dannii Minogue before the grand final takes place from 8pm.
Tickets are £11 for adults and £9 for children.
Nottingham Playhouse
The theatre will be pulling out all the stops for the Eurovision final with a night in the new Company bar with six large viewing screens. The The Ultimate Eurovision Watch Party will feature local host (and Eurovision fan!) Lloydie, as well as Eurovision quizzes, sweepstakes, a themed buffet and cocktails.
The event is open to anyone 14 years and over. Entry is £15 with discounts for groups of four or more. All funds raised from this event will go towards supporting the Playhouse's work with disadvantaged children and young people in Nottingham.
To book go to nottinghamplayhouse.co.uk
Bierkeller
Get ready to sing and dance the night away for the ultimate watch party at the Bierkeller in Friar Lane, Nottingham. The bar promises all the excitement and energy of the night with "great company, delicious drinks, and fantastic food".
The party starts at 9pm until 2am. Book your spot at thebierkeller.com
Annie's Burger Shack
Burger lovers can combine eating and watching the action at Ocean State Tavern, beneath the restaurant in Broadway. The menu has more than 30 different burgers to choose from, all available with meat, vegetarian and vegan options.
Doors to the tavern open at 7.30pm. Telephone 0330 094 8200 to reserve your spot.
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