X Factor 2026 Bootcamp begins October 1 in Milan

The Bootcamp stage of X Factor 2026 is scheduled to begin on October 1 at the Allianz Cloud in Milan. Following the Auditions, artists who passed the first stage will return to perform before judges Francesco Gabbani, Irama, Jake La Furia, and Paola Iezzi.

To advance to the Last Call phase, contestants must receive unanimous approval from all four judges. The voting process utilizes green cards for approval and red cards for rejection. If the jury is divided, the judges will engage in a discussion to attempt to reach a consensus; however, if even one red card remains after the debate, the artist is eliminated.

Each judge possesses an ‘X Pass,’ a special tool that allows them to override a rejection and move a talented artist directly to the next stage or into their specific team. Giorgia will serve as the host, supporting contestants behind the scenes. The Bootcamp phase serves as the final opportunity for the judges to work together before the Last Call, where contestants are divided into teams for the Live Shows starting October 22.