RTVE, the Spanish national broadcaster, have announced the dates for Benidorm Fest 2026 – their national selection for the 2026 Eurovision Song Contest.

RTVE is moving Benidorm Fest out of it’s traditional January slot and instead, the 2026 edition will take place one month later. The dates for Benidorm Fest 2026 are:

• Semi Final 1 – Tuesday 10th February
• Semi Final 2 – Thursday 12th February
• Grand Final – Saturday 14th February

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Author: Richard Taylor

Source: ESCplus Espana