Benidorm Fest 2022 proved highly successful, despite debates about jury voting. Eurofans are eagerly awaiting the lineup for the next edition, and anticipation is building as Benidorm Fest 2023 approaches. The moment to reveal the participants is near, inviting fans to discover the roster of artists set to compete.
RTVE has shared that the Spanish qualifiers for Eurovision 2023 will be announced on Thursday, 27 October. Presenters Ines Hernand and Rodrigo Vazquez will be on hand as 16 artists or groups are chosen to represent Spain at Benidorm Fest 2023.
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The official unveiling of the 16 candidates for the next Eurovision Song Contest will come after TD 2. The event will offer a close look at each performer, exploring their motivation to participate in Benidorm Fest 2023, their musical journey, and hints about the sounds fans can expect in the months ahead.
Additionally, new talents joining Benidorm Fest 2023 will mingle with acts from the successful 2022 edition. Chanel, who finished third at Eurovision 2022 in Turin with SloMo, will also contribute to the festival period and collaborate on a new track tied to the national team’s World Cup campaign titled TOKE for Qatar.
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The process began on 1 September and culminated on 10 October. A total of 876 applications were submitted and will expire on Monday, 24 October. A panel of RTVE professionals, after careful listening and evaluation, will select 16 proposals to compete in Benidorm Fest 2023. The semi-finals are scheduled for 31 January and 2 February, with the grand finale set for 4 February.
RTVE announced the candidate selection for Benidorm Fest 2023 on 10 October. Over the 40 days of the process, a diverse pool of 876 songs across genres and artists was received. The mix included familiar names alongside fresh faces, reflecting stronger participation from record labels and a higher level of professionalism in the submissions.
Benidorm Fest has become a prominent platform for singers, composers, and producers within the national music scene. Its success, broadcast on La 1, is evidenced by the growth of participants and by Chanel’s prominent role in Eurovision 2022.
In the upcoming edition, more songs from emerging talents and lesser-known artists will join those from established names, boosting competition and broadening the spectrum of styles. The lineup is expected to feature solo artists and bands across a wide range of genres, including pop, ballads, folk, flamenco, fusion, rock, and contemporary Latin sounds. The event will also attract performers active on digital platforms with strong followings, reflecting a balance between youth-driven acts and seasoned performers with broad appeal. The field will likely include acts with a legacy from earlier decades, as well as new artists aiming to gain momentum for national and international recognition.