Eurovision Song Contest 1996
The Eurovision Song Contest 1996 was the 41st edition of the Eurovision Song Contest. It took place in Oslo, Norway, following the country's victory at the with the song "Nocturne" by Secret Garden. It was the second time that Norway had hosted the contest, having previously done so in 1986. Organised by the European Broadcasting Union (EBU) and host broadcaster Norsk rikskringkasting (NRK), the contest was held at Oslo Spektrum, with the final on 18 May 1996. The live show was presented by Ingvild Bryn and Morten Harket.