Shark Week 2026: Where to Watch, Schedule, and Streaming Info
Shark Week is returning with its most extensive schedule yet, kicking off on Sunday, July 26, 2026, at 8 p.m. PT/ET on the Discovery Channel. The 38th annual week-long event will feature three back-to-back hour-long specials each night, except for the final night, August 1, which will include two specials, concluding at 10 p.m. PT/ET.
Here's a breakdown of where you can watch Shark Week 2026 and the streaming options available:
Live TV Streaming Options
- DirecTV: Offers a five-day free trial for its streaming service. New subscribers can tune in to nearly all of the 2026 Shark Week programming at no cost. Packages start at $19.99 per month.
- Philo: Provides a seven-day free trial. After the trial, a subscription costs $25 per month for 70+ channels. Discovery is included in the Essential plan.
- Sling: Discovery is included in the Blue Plan, which starts at $45.99 per month. The Orange & Blue plan, which also includes Discovery, is available for $60.99 per month. Local channel availability depends on your TV market.
- Hulu + Live TV: Offers a three-day free trial. Subscriptions come bundled with Disney+ and ESPN+, starting at $89.99 per month.
On-Demand Streaming
- Discovery+: Discovery+ offers a seven-day free trial through Amazon Prime Video. Shark Week content will be available on-demand during this period.
- HBO Max: Shark Week will also be available on HBO Max, with a seven-day free trial offered through Amazon Prime Video.
Shark Week 2026 Schedule
The complete television schedule for Shark Week 2026 is as follows:
- Sunday, July 26, 8 p.m. PT/ET: K-Pop Shark Heroes (special)
- Monday, July 27, 8 p.m. PT/ET: Hour-long special
- Tuesday, July 28, 8 p.m. PT/ET: Hour-long special
- Wednesday, July 29, 8 p.m. PT/ET: Hour-long special
- Thursday, July 30, 8 p.m. PT/ET: Hour-long special
- Friday, July 31, 8 p.m. PT/ET: Hour-long special
- Saturday, August 1, 8 p.m. PT/ET: Hour-long special
- Saturday, August 1, 10 p.m. PT/ET: Final two-hour special
Mark your calendars and get ready for another thrilling Shark Week adventure!
