It was at a dinner in 2022 that the group was formed, which went on to win this year's edition of the Festival da Canção and will represent Portugal at Eurovision in May. A short career for long-time friends who fell in love with Alentejo singing early on, but which already boasts a series of successes. To Vienna, Bandidos do Cante will take a 'Rosa'. What did they do to get here?
From a singing dinner in 2022 to Eurovision in 2026: who are Bandidos do Cante, winners of the Festival da Canção
Monday, 9 March 2026RSS
Context & Explainers
Alentejo is a large region in southern Portugal that covers roughly one-third of the country and is known for agriculture, vineyards, historic towns like Évora, and rural tourism. Bad weather that damages structures and tourist units in Alentejo can disrupt local services and bookings, so visitors and business owners in the region should expect possible closures and repair costs.
