The Sanremo Festival 2026 continues to showcase the best in Italian music, with the second evening featuring performances from 15 prominent artists. Hosted by Carlo Conti alongside Achille Lauro, Pilar Fogliati, Lillo, and Laura Pausini, the event revealed the titles of the top five songs in the rankings, though the order was not disclosed. Voting for this event consists of public tele-votes, accounting for 50% of the outcome, and the other 50% determined by a jury from various radio stations.

The artists who made it to the top five following the second evening’s performances included Tommaso Paradiso, Lda-Aka7even, Nayt, Fedez-Masini, and Ermal Meta. The competitive spirit of the festival is further enhanced as the voting mechanism remains the same for the third evening, which will showcase another 15 artists. This format allows for significant viewer interaction and engagement, as the audience plays a vital role through their votes which impact the final rankings.

As the festival progresses towards a conclusion, anticipation builds for the performances of the remaining artists and the continuation of audience voting. With the Sanremo Festival being a cornerstone of Italian music culture, the stakes are high for participants who aim to secure the top spots in this prestigious competition, underlining the benchmarks of popularity and musical talent in the vibrant Italian music scene.