Overview
- RTVE confirms Spain will skip Eurovision 2026 and positions Benidorm Fest as an independent showcase.
- The 18-act field is split across two semifinals, with six qualifiers from each advancing to a 12-artist final.
- Live shows air on La 1 on February 10, 12 and 14 hosted by Jesús Vázquez, Javier Ambrossi, Inés Hernand and Lalachus.
- The winner keeps a €150,000 purse, while new Univision and Spotify awards offer recording and promotion trips to Miami and Stockholm.
- The trophy reverts to the historic ‘Sirenita’ and tickets go on sale December 22 at noon via VivaTicket, including access to final rehearsals.