The final took place on 12 May 2018 at 20: 00 WEST (21: 00 CEST). Twenty - six countries participated in the final, with all 43 participating countries eligible to vote. The running order for the final was revealed after the press conference of the second semi-final qualifiers on 10 May.
when does the eurovision song contest final start
12 May 2018 at 20: 00 WEST (21: 00 CEST)