The show was presented by Mike Bongiorno, assisted by Gabriella Farinon.

Vittorio Salvetti served as artistic director.

[1] The 23rd edition of Sanremo was the first to be broadcast in color.

[1] The winner of the festival was Peppino di Capri with the song "Un grande amore e niente più".

[1] Known details on the broadcasts in each country, including the specific broadcasting stations and commentators are shown in the tables below.