Strictly Come Dancing
Strictly Come Dancing usually runs from September to December, with exact BBC dates confirmed each year.
Countdown
52
days to go
Next date
Tuesday, 1 September 2026
2026 series expected window opens
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Upcoming dates
| Event | Date | Countdown | Region / notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 series expected window opens | Tuesday, 1 September 2026 | In 2 months | Annual schedule to be confirmed by the BBC |
| 2026 series expected window closes | Sunday, 20 December 2026 | In 5 months | UK |
| 2027 series expected window opens | Wednesday, 1 September 2027 | In 1 year 2 months | UK |
| 2027 series expected window closes | Monday, 20 December 2027 | In 1 year 5 months | UK |
Strictly Come Dancing is usually scheduled on BBC One from September to December. The exact launch date, live-show dates and final date are confirmed each year by the BBC. Until those announcements are made, this page uses the normal annual window and should be checked against BBC listings.
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Verified 14 May 2026
Questions
When does Strictly start in 2026?
The BBC has to confirm the exact 2026 start date. The usual window begins in September.
When is the Strictly final?
The final is usually in December, but the exact date is confirmed annually by the BBC.
Are these fixed dates?
No. Strictly is a T1 listing and needs annual verification against BBC announcements.