The countdown is over. The San Marino Song Contest 2026 arrives at its most awaited evening and does so with a precise objective: to choose the artist who will represent the Republic of Titan at the Eurovision Song Contest in Vienna. The appointment is for this evening, Friday 6 March at 8.30pm, when the curtain of the Teatro Nuovo di Dogana will rise on the final of the most international musical event of the small Republic.
The evening will be led by Simona Ventura, historical face of Italian television and creative director of the programme. His direct and dynamic style will accompany the audience among 21 competing artists, moments of entertainment and special guests ready to set the stage on fire. The competition promises an explosive mix of new talents, established names and musical proposals from different countries.
Where to watch the final and at what time
Anyone who wants to follow the evening will have no difficulty. The final of the San Marino Song Contest 2026 will be broadcast live from 8.30pm on San Marino RTV (channel 550) and in streaming on RaiPlay, with the possibility of also following it on the radio on Rai Radio 2 via RaiPlay Sound. A television event designed for an international audience, capable of connecting the small state to the great European musical showcase. After the semi-finals of the Dreaming San Marino Song Contest, the final brings together the best competitors and the Wild Cards who complete the cast.
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The guests of the evening
The final will not just be a race. The stage will host some protagonists of the European and Italian music scene. Among the most anticipated guests is Elettra Lamborghini, ready to perform with the Sanremo single Voila. With her also Tommy Cash, Estonian artist who became one of the most original figures of the last Eurovision Song Contest, where he took third place with Espresso Macchiato. Among the most loved by the Italian public are Al Bano and Cristiano Malgioglio, the latter also the protagonist of a lifetime achievement award which celebrates his long history in music and television.
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Who are the favorites of the race
The cast of the final is extremely varied and makes it difficult to predict a winner. Among the most observed names are Dolcenera, thanks to her musical experience, Rosa Chemical, a provocative artist who continues to be talked about, and the couple Senhit ft. Boy George, which unites two international pop icons in the song Superstar.
Great attention also for Edward Maya, producer known for his worldwide hits StereoLovewho returns with the dance track Dance. Among the surprises, Inis Neziri, an Albanian singer with a powerful voice, or the swing energy of Paolo Belli with Beautiful.
The singers competing
Here are the 21 artists competing to win the San Marino Song Contest 2026:
A double jury will decide the winner: a quality jury made up of Iva Zanicchi, Morgan and Red Ronnie and a technical jury with professionals from the world of music and television. The challenge is open: who will be Gabry Ponte’s successor with All of Italy protagonist of the next Eurovision for San Marino?
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