Eurovizija.LT 2026 Heat 4: Valentine's Day Special

The fourth heat of Eurovizija.LT 2026 takes place on February 14, 2026—Valentine's Day—adding a romantic atmosphere to Lithuania's national selection. Eight artists compete at the LRT Studios in Vilnius, each seeking to win hearts and votes on this special evening dedicated to love and connection.

With only one heat remaining after this show, the competition intensifies as artists vie for the final qualification spots. The Grand Final lineup is nearly complete, and Heat 4 will determine which artists join the growing roster of finalists and who gets one last chance through the wildcard round.

The Competing Artists

Patricija Luščynska – "Worth It"

Patricija Luščynska opens the Valentine's Day heat with "Worth It," an empowering anthem about self-worth and recognizing one's value. The song's message of self-love and confidence resonates particularly well on Valentine's Day, reminding audiences that the most important relationship is the one with yourself. Patricija's powerful vocal delivery and the song's contemporary production create an inspiring and memorable performance.

Selene Ice – "Nessuno"

Selene Ice brings Italian flair with "Nessuno" (Nobody), a dramatic and emotional entry that explores themes of loneliness and longing. The choice to perform in Italian adds exotic appeal and demonstrates Lithuania's multicultural musical landscape. Selene's theatrical performance style and the song's passionate delivery create a distinctive entry that stands out through its linguistic and stylistic choices.

Lion Ceccah – "Sólo quiero más"

Lion Ceccah continues the multilingual theme with "Sólo quiero más" (I Just Want More), a Spanish-language entry that combines Latin rhythms with contemporary pop production. The song's sensual energy and Lion's charismatic performance create an engaging and vibrant entry. The Spanish lyrics add romantic flair appropriate for Valentine's Day while showcasing Lithuania's embrace of diverse linguistic influences.

Freya Alley – "No Kiss Goodbye"

Freya Alley delivers "No Kiss Goodbye," a bittersweet ballad about endings and unfinished business. The song's emotional depth and Freya's vulnerable vocal performance create an intimate moment that contrasts with more upbeat entries. The title's reference to a missing farewell kiss adds poignant detail to a universal story of relationships ending without proper closure.

Emi Acidic – "u broke me"

Emi Acidic presents "u broke me," a raw and honest exploration of heartbreak and emotional damage. The lowercase title and direct language reflect contemporary communication styles, particularly among younger generations. Emi's authentic expression of pain and the song's modern production create a relatable entry that speaks to anyone who's experienced heartbreak—a fitting theme for Valentine's Day's more complex emotional reality.

More – "Taip lengvai"

More offers "Taip lengvai" (So Easily), a Lithuanian-language entry that explores how easily things can change or fall apart. The song's melodic structure and More's emotive delivery create a contemplative performance. The Lithuanian lyrics add cultural authenticity while the universal theme of life's fragility resonates across language barriers.

Nøra Blu – "Hold My Own"

Nøra Blu delivers "Hold My Own," an anthem of independence and self-reliance. The song's message of standing strong alone provides a counterpoint to traditional Valentine's Day romanticism, celebrating personal strength and autonomy. Nøra's confident performance and the song's empowering lyrics create an entry that appeals to those who find strength in independence.

SHWR – "Contact!"

SHWR rounds out the heat with "Contact!," an energetic and dynamic entry that emphasizes connection and communication. The exclamation point in the title suggests urgency and excitement, while the song's upbeat production creates an engaging and memorable performance. SHWR's contemporary approach and the song's universal theme of seeking connection make this entry immediately accessible.

The Valentine's Day Connection

Heat 4's Valentine's Day timing adds thematic resonance to the competition. While some entries embrace romantic themes, others explore the complexities of relationships, heartbreak, and self-love. This emotional range reflects the reality that Valentine's Day means different things to different people—celebration for some, reflection for others.

The diverse emotional perspectives create a well-rounded show that acknowledges love's many facets: romantic love, self-love, lost love, and the desire for connection. This thematic depth adds meaning beyond the competition itself.

Multilingual Diversity

Heat 4 showcases remarkable linguistic diversity, with entries in English, Lithuanian, Italian, and Spanish. This multilingual approach demonstrates Lithuania's openness to diverse cultural influences and artistic expressions. Eurovision has increasingly celebrated linguistic diversity, with many successful entries performed in languages other than English.

The variety of languages also creates distinct sonic textures and cultural flavors, making the heat more interesting and diverse. Each language brings its own musical qualities and emotional resonances, enriching the overall competition.

The Penultimate Heat

As the fourth of five heats, this show plays a crucial role in shaping the Grand Final. With eight qualifiers already determined from the first three heats, Heat 4 will add two more direct qualifiers and another wildcard contender. After this show, only one heat remains before the wildcard round and Grand Final.

The approaching conclusion of the heat phase creates urgency and excitement. Artists know this is one of their last chances to secure a Grand Final spot, potentially raising the competitive intensity and performance quality.

The LRT Studios Setting

The LRT Studios in Vilnius continue to provide professional production quality for Heat 4. The pre-recorded format ensures optimal technical execution, with perfect sound mixing, lighting, and camera work showcasing each performance at its best.

The studio's capabilities allow for creative staging and visual effects that enhance each entry's artistic vision. This production value helps prepare artists for the Eurovision stage, where technical excellence and visual presentation are as important as musical performance.

Voting Dynamics

The 50/50 voting system combining jury and public votes continues to create interesting dynamics. The jury evaluates technical merit, vocal performance, and artistic quality, while the public vote reflects emotional connection and immediate appeal.

Valentine's Day might influence public voting, with romantic or emotionally resonant entries potentially receiving extra support. However, the jury's professional assessment ensures that technical quality remains a crucial factor in determining results.

The Wildcard Race

With four third-place finishers already determined from the previous heats, Heat 4 will add a fifth contender to the wildcard round. This growing pool of talented artists competing for one additional Grand Final spot creates an increasingly competitive online vote.

The wildcard system ensures that strong performances aren't lost due to particularly competitive heats, giving deserving artists one final chance to reach the Grand Final.

Building Anticipation

With the Grand Final approaching on February 27, anticipation builds for the ultimate showdown. The Twinsbet Arena will host up to 11 finalists competing for the honor of representing Lithuania at Eurovision 2026 in Vienna. Each heat adds new dimensions to this growing narrative.

The variety of musical styles, languages, and artistic approaches ensures a diverse and entertaining final that showcases the breadth of Lithuanian musical talent.

International Appeal

Eurovizija.LT attracts international attention from Eurovision fans worldwide. The multilingual entries in Heat 4 particularly appeal to diverse audiences, with Italian and Spanish-speaking Eurovision fans likely to take special interest in those entries.

The online streaming availability via LRT.lt makes it possible for global audiences to follow Lithuania's selection process, creating international buzz around standout performances.

How to Watch and Vote

Eurovizija.LT 2026 Heat 4 will be broadcast on LRT televizija on February 14, 2026, at 21:00 EET. International viewers can stream the show via LRT.lt, making it accessible to Eurovision fans worldwide.

Lithuanian viewers can participate in the voting process, helping determine which artists advance to the Grand Final. This public participation makes the selection truly national, with the Lithuanian people directly influencing their Eurovision representative.

Join the Valentine's Day Celebration

Heat 4 offers a special Valentine's Day edition of Eurovizija.LT, featuring eight artists exploring themes of love, heartbreak, independence, and connection. The multilingual entries and diverse emotional perspectives create a rich and varied show that celebrates music's power to express the full spectrum of human emotion.

Tune in on February 14 to experience this romantic chapter of Lithuania's Eurovision journey!

Event Results

This event concluded on February 14, 2026. Below are the official results.

Direct Qualifiers to the Grand Final

SHWR – "Contact!"
Lion Ceccah – "Sólo quiero más"

Wildcard Qualifier

Nøra Blu – "Hold My Own" advanced to the online Wildcard round.

Eliminated

Emi Acidic – "u broke me"
Patricija Luščynska – "Worth it"
More – "Taip lengvai"
Freya Alley – "No Kiss Goodbye"
Selene Ice – "Nessuno"

Voting System

Results were determined by a 50/50 split between public televoting and international jury voting. The show was hosted by Gabrielė Martirosian, Rimvydas Černiauskas, and Eglė Kernagytė.

What's Next?

The Eurovizija.LT 2026 journey continues! The Grand Final will take place on February 27, 2026 at the Twinsbet Arena in Vilnius.

The winner will represent Lithuania at the Eurovision Song Contest 2026 in Vienna, Austria.