Brief
Billboard and Starlite confirm Billboard No. 1s return to Spain for 2026‑27
Leila Cobo and Sandra García‑Sanjuán said the partnership will run for three consecutive years, linking Latin and Spanish markets.
By Felo News Desk · Published
Billboard and Starlite Music Group announced on Oct. 20 that the Billboard No. 1s event will return to Spain for the 2026 and 2027 editions, extending a partnership that began with the inaugural December 2025 show.
What happened
The announcement was made during Billboard Latin Music Week at the Faena Forum in Miami Beach, Fla., in a panel led by Billboard co‑executive director of content Leila Cobo and Starlite co‑founder Sandra García‑Sanjuán. The next edition will be staged in December at IFEMA Madrid as part of Starlite Occident Madrid, a two‑week concert series running Dec. 11‑23. The exact date has not yet been set.
What the reports add
The Billboard piece notes that the 2025 debut drew over 5,000 attendees and featured Spanish stars such as Ana Mena, Pablo Alborán and Rozalén, as well as international artists like Chucho Valdés and Arthur Hanlon. It also highlights that the event will showcase performers who have reached the top‑10 of the Billboard Hits of the World Spain Songs chart and will include special recognitions.
What was said
García‑Sanjuán said, “We’ll be back for this edition, once again serving as the bridge between America and Spain… It’s going to be three consecutive years, which truly solidifies this bridge and this alliance.” Cobo added, “This is also part of our commitment to bring the Billboard brand to other markets, and Spain is obviously the gateway to Europe.”
Key facts
- Billboard No. 1s will be held in Madrid in December 2026 and 2027 as part of Starlite Occident. (billboard.com)
- The partnership between Billboard and Starlite began with the first edition in December 2025. (billboard.com)
- The 2025 event attracted over 5,000 attendees and featured both Spanish and international artists. (billboard.com)
- Leila Cobo and Sandra García‑Sanjuán announced the return during Billboard Latin Music Week in Miami. (billboard.com)
Sources
- [1] billboard.com — originally reported as “Billboard & Starlite Announce the Return of Billboard No. 1s to Spain in 2026-2027: ‘We’ve Strengthened This Strategic Alliance’”
