Sal Da Vinci wins Sanremo 2026, the final standings. Arisa misses the podium.
The 2026 Sanremo Festival ends with the victory of Sal Da VinciThe singer-songwriter took first place at the end of an intense final, marked by appeals for peace, moments of reflection, and an Ariston audience often on their feet. He was followed by Sayf, second, and Finger in the plague, third. A ranking that comes after five nights of competition and a voting system that led to the top five and then the final announcement.
The final standings
After the announcement of the finalists and the final vote, the official podium of the 2026 Sanremo Festival is as follows:
- Sal Da Vinci
- Sayf
- Finger in the plague
- Arisa
- Fedez & Marco Masini
Outside the top five, among the most evident reactions of the evening, the exclusion of Serena Brancale, greeted by whistles in the audience.
The ranking from 30th to 6th place saw, in the order announced during the live broadcast: Eddie Brock, Mara Sattei, Leo Gassmann, Dargen D'Amico, Elettra Lamborghini, Chiello, Patty Pravo, Francesco Renga, Michele Bravi, Maria Antonietta & Colombre, Enrico Nigiotti, Malika Ayane, Raf, Samurai Jay, Tredici Pietro, J-Ax, Levante, Bambole di Pezza, Luchè, LDA & Aka 7even, Tommaso Paradiso, Serena Brancale, Ermal Meta, Fulminacci, Nayt.
Other prizes awarded
In addition to the overall winner, the final awarded several collateral prizes:
- Sergio Bardotti Award for best text a Necessary evil by Fedez and Marco Masini.
- Mia Martini Critics' Award 2026 to Fulminacci with Stupid bad luck.
- “Lucio Dalla” Press Room Award to Serena Brancale.
- TIM Award, awarded via social media and a dedicated app, again to Serena Brancale as the artist most voted for by the digital public.
A list of winners that has received widespread acclaim from critics, audiences, and the general public.
A finale between music and messages
The final evening opened with a call against war. Carlo Conti, Laura Pausini, and Giorgia Cardinaletti delivered a clear message: protect children and stop hatred. Several competing artists reiterated calls for peace during their performances.
A moment of strong impact was the testimony of Gino Cecchettin, with the names of the victims of femicide being projected. The Ariston Theatre observed a long silence before resuming the competition.
Among the guests, a spectacular entrance for Andrea Bocelli, arrived on a white horse to the tune of Gladiator, then protagonist with The calm evening sea e With you part. Space also for comedy Nino Frassica, who accompanied the final with his “Festivallo”.
The passing of the baton for 2027
The official announcement also came during the final: Stephen DeMartino will be the host and artistic director of the Sanremo Festival 2027. Carlo Conti announced the decision live,