The 63rd edition of Festivali i Këngës was organised by Radio Televizioni Shqiptar (RTSH) took place from 19 to 22 December 2024.
[1] The four live shows were hosted by Enkel Demi and Ornela Bregu, and held at the Palace of Congresses in Tirana, Albania.
[1][3][4] In June 2024, Albanian singer Elhaida Dani, who won the 53rd edition of Festivali i Këngës, was announced as the artistic director of the contest.
[5] For the 63rd edition of Festivali i Këngës, a professional jury chaired by Zana Çela, with members Ylljet Aliçka, Alma Bektashi, Florent Boshnjaku, Jonida Maliqi, Merita Rexha Tërshana, and Ramona Tullumani, assessed 30 contestants over the two semi-finals.
[17] The opening of the first semi-final was marked by a performance of the song "Fëmija e parë" by Albanian singer Vaçe Zela interpreted by Elhaida Dani and an accompanying children choir.
[17][31][32] The show began with the poem "Mall" by internationally acclaimed Albanian poet Ismail Kadare, interpreted by actor Viktor Zhusti and accompanied by piano music performed by singer Redon Makashi.
[37][38] Xhevdet Ferri’s daughter and Arta Dade were featured with speaking roles during the grand final, while Elhaida Dani spoke and performed a song.