The press centre for the 2023 Eurovision Song Contest finally opens on Monday 8th May. This day threatens to be the most topsy-turvy rollercoaster of the entire season. Let Ben Robertson explain why.

Ben Robertson is at the Turquoise Carpet and will run down proceedings on this live blog from the sunshine of Liverpool!

Whether it is on Europe's TV screens or through artwork across the city of Liverpool, it will be impossible to ignore all the ways that Ukraine is an integral part of Liverpool's Eurovision adventure. Here we present all the ways that Ukraine has their influence in the 2023 Eurovision Song Contest.

Looking to learn more about Eurovision while in Liverpool? Then there is one event in town well worth passing by. Eurovisions is the academic conference all about the Song Contest and here we explain its history, purpose, and how you can attend this year.

Demand has massively outstripped supply for everything associated with Liverpool's hosting of Eurovision. There are many reasons for this year but one will continue beyond 2023. Eurovision has never been more cool.