The 76th edition of the San Remo Music Festival is set to take place from 24 to 28 February 2026 at the iconic Teatro Ariston in Sanremo on the Italian Riviera. This annual event remains a cornerstone of Italian music culture, blending tradition, contemporary creativity and national pride.
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A Festival Defined by Heritage and Innovation
First held in 1951, the Festival della Canzone Italiana di San Remo has become Italy’s most prestigious music competition, shaping the country’s popular music scene and inspiring international song festivals. The 2026 edition continues this legacy, bringing together established names and new voices in a week of performances, storytelling and spectacle.
Dates, Hosts and Format
San Remo 2026 will unfold over five nights from Tuesday 24 February to Saturday 28 February 2026 at the historic Ariston Theatre. Carlo Conti returns as both artistic director and lead host, flanked every night by the world-star Laura Pausini, marking her first year as a permanent co-host for the festival.
The programme maintains the classic San Remo structure:
30 big artists compete with new original songs.
4 artists in the “Nuove Proposte” (New Voices) category showcase emerging talent.
Voting combines public tele-voting, press and radio juries to determine rankings each night and the overall winner.
Alongside the main shows, the PrimaFestival preview series and DopoFestival talk-show segments offer deeper engagement with artists and audiences throughout the week.
The 75th edition of the San Remo Music Festival, scheduled from February 11 to 15, 2025, at the iconic Teatro Ariston, promises to be a landmark event in Italian musical heritage.
A Rich Tradition
Since its establishment in 1951, the San Remo Music Festival (Festival della Canzone Italiana di Sanremo) has played a central role in shaping Italy’s musical heritage, introducing a lot of artists who have become icons. The festival also served as the inspiration for the Eurovision Song Contest, with many San Remo winners representing Italy on the global stage.
What to Expect from the 2025 Edition
Under the artistic direction and hosting of Carlo Conti, returning after his previous tenures, the festival will feature 30 established artists in the “Campioni” category and reintroduce the “Nuove Proposte” section with four emerging talents.
Participants and Performances
This year’s lineup includes a blend of seasoned performers and rising stars, each presenting original compositions. Notable participants include:
Achille Lauro: Known for his eclectic style, blending pop, rock, and punk elements.
Giorgia: Celebrating over three decades in music, her return to the Ariston stage is highly anticipated.
Francesca Michielin: A versatile artist who previously represented Italy at Eurovision.
Massimo Ranieri: A legendary figure with a career spanning several decades.
Each evening will feature performances evaluated by both jury members and the viewing public, culminating on the final night where the winner will be announced.
Hosts and Co-Hosts
Carlo Conti will be accompained by various co-hosts throughout the festival’s five nights, including:
Katia Follesa: A celebrated comedian and television presenter, expected to bring her signature humor to the Ariston stage.
Geppi Cucciari: Celebrated for her wit and charm, anticipated to co-host one of the evenings.
Serena Rossi: An talented actress and singer, whose presence is expected to enhance the festival’s appeal.
Mahmood: The acclaimed singer-songwriter, known for his previous Sanremo victories, rumored to co-host one of the nights.
Alessandro Cattelan: Confirmed as the co-host for the final night, also leading the “DopoFestival” segment.
These co-hosts bring diverse talents, contributing to a dynamic and engaging festival experience.
Special Guests
Although the festival traditionally features a range of special guests, official announcements regarding international or Italian artists for the 2025 edition are yet to be confirmed. Speculations suggest potential appearances by prominent figures, but for the most accurate and up-to-date information, it is advisable to refer to official festival communications.
Cultural and Economic Impact
Beyond its musical acclaim, the San Remo Music Festival significantly boosts local tourism and the economy. The influx of visitors during the festival period benefits local businesses, including hotels, restaurants, and shops, while extensive media coverage highlights the charm of San Remo and the broader Ligurian Riviera.
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The charming city of San Remo, which is tucked away in the heart of the Italian Riviera, is getting ready to host the prestigious San Remo Music Festival once more as the winter chill starts to melt. The 74th edition of this legendary event will light up the Teatro Ariston from February 6–10, 2024, extending its heritage as one of Italy’s most anticipated and respected musical festivities.
Credits: Rai.it
The San Remo Music Festival, officially known as the Festival della Canzone Italiana di Sanremo, has been a cornerstone of Italian culture since its inception in 1951. Over the years, it has launched the careers of numerous Italian music legends and continues to be a platform for both established and emerging talents. The festival’s influence extends beyond Italy’s borders, having inspired the Eurovision Song Contest, where many San Remo winners have represented Italy on the international stage.
This year’s festival promises an eclectic mix of music, showcasing a diverse range of genres and artists. The lineup includes both new faces and seasoned performers, each bringing their unique style to the Ariston stage. The competition will unfold over five nights, with each artist presenting original songs, culminating in a grand finale where the winner will be crowned based on jury and public votes.
Twenty-eight artists will compete over five nights from February 7–11, 2023, at the Teatro Ariston in San Remo for the title of Italy’s most popular song contest.
Ariston Theatre – San Remo
The Festival della canzone Italiana di Sanremo, the event’s official name, has taken place annually since 1951, making it the longest-running annual televised music competition at a national level in the world. The Sanremo Festival, now in its 73rd year, served as the model for the Eurovision Song Contest, whose winner frequently represents Italy in the European contest, which was last year’s Sanremo, which took place on May 14 in Turin and was won by Ukraine.
Numerous Italian performers have began their careers at Sanremo over the years, including the 2021 winners, the now world-famous rock band Mäneskin, as well as Andrea Bocelli, Laura Pausini or Eros Ramazzotti. The song “Volare,” usually referred to as “Nel blu, dipinto di blu,” which Italian singer-songwriter Domenico Modugno debuted at the 1958 Sanremo before going viral, may be the festival’s biggest claim to fame abroad.
From February 1st to 5th, Italy stops to watch Sanremo Festival, one of the main shows of Italy and worldwide.
It is exciting to see again San Remo enveloped in the festive climate that livens up the entire city. Among the audience of Ariston theatre, walking around the shopping streets, on the boardwalk, at the Casino, parks or other areas that welcome the stars, singers, guests and tourists: the magical festive climate is back everywhere.
The Sanremo Music Festival, now in its 72nd edition, it is presented by the television showman Amadeus, with comedians Fiorello and Checco Zalone as hosts. There will be 25 top Italian singers, like Mahmood, Elisa, Massimo Ranieri, Gianni Morandi, Noemi and many others. Special guests will be the worldwide stars Laura Pausini, Måneskin, Meduza and other international guests that will be announced later on.
From February 5th to 9th, Italy stops to watch Sanremo Festival, one of the main shows of Italy and worldwide.
It is exciting to see it live, enveloped in the festive climate that livens up the entire city. Among the audience of Ariston theatre, walking around the shopping streets, on the boardwalk, at the Casino, parks or other areas that welcome the stars, singers, guests and tourists: the magical festive climate is everywhere.
On the stage, with Claudio Baglioni, Virginia Raffaele and Claudio Bisio as hosts, there will be 24 top Italian singers, like Il Volo, Nek, Patty Prato and many others. Special guests will be the worldwide stars Andrea Bocelli, Giorgia and Elisa. International surprise stars will be announced later on.
The final show on the 9th of February will see the election of the winner, who will have the right to represent Italy at the 2019 Eurovision Song Contest in Israel.
The Festival will be on air and web streaming on Rai 1, Rai HD, Eurovision and Radio 1, Radio 2.
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