Sanremo 2027: when will the Big artists be announced? Confirmed dates and the 11 December hypothesis

Updated on 10 November 2026.

Rai has not yet officially set the date for announcing the 24 Big artists of Sanremo 2027. What is certain today: 23 November is the deadline for the Big artists’ submissions under the rules; 29 November is the earliest date on which the rules allow the selected artists to be communicated, a “not before” rather than an announcement date; 11 December is confirmed by Rai for the final of Sarà Sanremo on Rai1, which awards the last place among the Big artists.

The 11 December hypothesis

Several outlets have suggested 11 December for revealing the whole line-up too, during the newcomers’ final rather than in the TG1 studio. On 10 November, however, Adnkronos reported that the timing and format of the announcement are still to be decided. Until Rai says otherwise, 11 December for the Big artists remains a press hypothesis.

How many

There will be 24 Big artists: 23 chosen by Stefano De Martino plus the winner of Sanremo Giovani. The Festival runs from 16 to 20 February 2027. Already confirmed: PrimaFestival will be hosted by The Jackal.

Editorial check: 10 November 2026. First published: 1 November 2026. Translated from the Italian original.