Eurovision Song Contest 2012

The Eurovision Song Contest 2012 was the 57th annual festival brought to the city of Baku,Azerbaijan.The two semi-finals were held on 22 and 24 May 2012, and the final was held on 26 May 2012 at the Baku Crystal Hall(newly constructed)

42 countries announced their participation in the contest.

The design of the contest was built around the motto "Light your fire!", inspired by the nickname "Land of Fire", by which Azerbaijan is commonly known.