The show was presented by Pippo Baudo, who also served as the artistic director, with actress Sabrina Ferilli and model Valeria Mazza.
[1][2] It was awarded to the song "La terra dei cachi" by Elio e le Storie Tese.
[1][2] Bruce Springsteen opened the first night of the festival performing, out of competition, the song "The Ghost of Tom Joad".
[1] After every night Rai 1 broadcast DopoFestival, a talk show about the festival with the participation of singers and journalists.
It was hosted by Ambra Angiolini with Luciano De Crescenzo, Roberto D'Agostino, Gianni Ippoliti and Pippo Baudo.