Benidorm Fest 2026 Line-Up Revealed: 18 Artists, One Micrófono de Bronce… and One Big Eurovision Question
The stage is set — RTVE has officially revealed the 18 acts competing in Benidorm Fest 2026, marking the fifth edition of Spain’s flagship music competition.
At a press conference held at Prado del Rey on 9 October, the Spanish broadcaster confirmed the line-up following a record-breaking 870 song submissions. The announcement comes during a year of uncertainty for the contest, as Spain’s participation in Eurovision 2026 remains under review due to the ongoing debate surrounding Israel’s inclusion.
The Full Line-Up
The 18 artists competing at Benidorm Fest 2026 are:
Asha, Atyat, Dani J, Dora & Marlon Collins, Funambulista, Greg Taro, Izan Llunas, Kenneth, Kitai, Ku Minerva, Luna Ki, Julia Medina & María León, Mayo, Mikel Herzog Jr, Miranda! & Bailamamá, Rosalinda, The Quinquis, and Tony Grox & Lucycalys.
The selected songs — chosen by RTVE’s newly revamped expert committee, led by José Pablo López — will be unveiled on 18 December.
Among the most recognisable names are Funambulista, established singer-songwriter; Julia Medina and Mayo, both Operación Triunfo alumni; and Mikel Herzog Jr, fresh from Tu cara me suena. The line-up also features Dora, daughter of Bimba Bosé and niece of Miguel Bosé, alongside Izan Llunas, son of Marcos Llunas , who placed sixth in in the Eurovision Song Contest 1997— because in Spain, music truly runs in the bloodline.
Familiar Faces and New Chances
Several acts return with new looks, names or line-ups. Luna Ki, who famously withdrew just before performing in the very first edition, is back for redemption. Meanwhile, Óscar from Varry Brava reappears under the alias Bailamamá, teaming up with Argentina’s Miranda!, and Sergio from Miss Caffeína joins the trio The Quinquis.
This year’s competition promises both nostalgia and reinvention — with a dash of Benidorm’s signature chaos.
Dates, Venue & The Stakes
The festival will once again take place at the Palau d’Esports L’Illa de Benidorm, with semifinals on 10 and 12 February and the grand final on 14 February — a Valentine’s date with Spanish pop destiny.
The winner will receive the Micrófono de Bronce and a €150,000 prize (split €100,000 for the performer and €50,000 for the songwriters). Whether that winner will also fly Spain’s flag in Vienna for Eurovision 2026 depends on the EBU’s December decision on whether Israel remains in the competition.
If Israel stays, RTVE will withdraw, marking Spain’s first-ever absence from Eurovision.
“A Festival for the Country’s Music”
“This is the fifth edition of what we consider the festival of Spanish music,” said Sergio Calderón, director of TVE. “It has launched careers and become a cultural benchmark.”
César Vallejo, head of Benidorm Fest and Spain’s new Eurovision Head of Delegation, added: “This is the year we consolidate the format. We’ve built trust with both major and independent labels — Benidorm Fest is now the annual celebration Spanish music deserves.”
