SANREMO 2026: The 30 Artists Revealed

The lineup for the 76th edition of the Sanremo Music Festival has been officially announced! On 30 November 2025, Carlo Conti, the festival’s Artistic Director, revealed the 30 “Big” artists who will compete in Sanremo 2026 during a special live broadcast on RAI TV.

Originally, 26 Big Artists were expected, but RAI expanded the lineup to 30, highlighting the depth and variety of Italian musical talent this year. The roster combines well-established performers and emerging talents, promising a dynamic and diverse festival.

The 30 Big Artists in Sanremo 2026

1. Tommaso Paradiso
2. Chiello
3. Serena Brancale
4. Fulminacci
5. Ditonellapiaga
6. Fedez & Masini
7. Leo Gassmann
8. Sayf
9. Arisa
10. Tredici Pietro
11. Sal Da Vinci
12. Samurai Jay
13. Malika Ayane
14. Luchè
15. Raf
16. Bambole di Pezza
17. Ermal Meta
18. Nayt
19. Elettra Lamborghini
20. Michele Bravi
21. J‑Ax
22. Enrico Nigiotti
23. Maria Antonietta & Colombre
24. Francesco Renga
25. Mara Sattei
26. LDA & Aka 7even
27. Dargen D’Amico
28. Levante
29. Eddie Brock
30. Patty Pravo

What to Expect

• The songs each artist will perform will be revealed on 14 December during the “Sarà Sanremo” evening.
• The festival will take place at the historic Teatro Ariston from 24 to 28 February 2026, broadcast on RAI channels, Radio2, and RaiPlay.
• This lineup promises a mix of genres, styles, and generations, ensuring something for every kind of music fan.

Sources:

• RAI – Carlo Conti reveals the 30 Big Artists
• Il Gazzettino Metropolitano – Sanremo 2026 Big Artists
• Showland News – Sanremo 2026 Big Artists

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