Israel: HaKokhav HaBa
2026
Artist selection
Israel will select their artist for Eurovision 2026 in the twelfth season of the talent show HaKokhav HaBa (The Next Star / הכוכב הבא). The show premiered on 11 November 2025 and will run until the beginning of 2026.
The song for Eurovision 2026 will be internally selected by a professional committee.
Elimination rounds
HaKokhav HaBa – Elimination rounds
| Date | December 2025 - January 2026 |
| Hosts | Asi Azar Rotem Sela |
- 4 artists will qualify for the final
Final
Lineup
HaKokhav HaBa – Final
| Date | 20 January 2026 |
| Hosts | Asi Azar Rotem Sela |
- 4 artists will compete in the final
