Fans are bracing themselves for what is always the hottest twist of the series, but when is Love Island 2026's Casa Amor? Here is everything we know.
When Does Love Island 2026's Casa Amor Start?
First introduced back in series three, Casa Amor has become an infamous part of the ITV dating show. It splits up the original Islanders – even the most loved-up couples – and moves either the boys or the girls into a second villa for a few days of fun and freedom. Cast members are encouraged to test their original connections with their partners, who are also getting to know a brand new group back in the main villa.
Amongst the saucy drinking games, kissing challenges and sloppy snogs, it is no wonder Casa causes total chaos every single year. Most Islanders slip up or fall for the glamorous newcomers, eventually leading to one dramatic recoupling when they return, sparking plenty of fireworks as they decide who to choose.
As far as we can work out, it usually occurs at the halfway point, just when genuine feelings have started to grow. In the past, it has fallen between weeks four and five of the series, any time between day 25 and 32, and usually airs at the end of June or beginning of July. There has been no official word yet from ITV about Casa Amor 2026, but our guess is that the villa doors will open at the end of June. Viewers can expect to watch the chosen gang play away from home for around four days, judging by previous seasons, before heading back home to face the music.
What to Expect from Casa Amor 2026
Love Island 2026 has served up so much drama already that we are not sure we can cope with any more wild decisions from this year's cast. We have had tense love triangles, secret sleepovers, romances bubbling under the radar and plenty of explosive arguments during series 13 – and that is all before Casa Amor has put this year's couples to the real test.
Will it break apart lovebirds Lola and Sean? Or throw a spanner in the works for sweethearts Jasmine and Kavan? There are so many questions that need answering already.
Casa Amor has become a staple of the show since its introduction in 2017. The twist typically involves sending half the Islanders to a separate villa where they meet a group of new singles. The remaining Islanders stay in the main villa and also meet new people. After a few days, the two groups reunite, and each Islander must decide whether to stick with their original partner or twist and couple up with a new arrival.
According to ITV, the exact dates for Casa Amor 2026 have not been announced, but based on previous seasons, it is expected to air in late June or early July. The twist usually lasts about four days, with dramatic recoupling ceremonies that often lead to heartbreak and new pairings.
Impact on This Year's Couples
This year's cast includes couples like Lola and Sean, who have been strong so far, and Jasmine and Kavan, who have faced some challenges. Casa Amor could test their loyalty and potentially lead to new connections. Fans are eagerly waiting to see who will stick and who will twist.
In previous seasons, Casa Amor has led to some of the most memorable moments in Love Island history, including shocking recouplings and emotional breakdowns. The 2026 season promises to deliver more of the same, with producers hinting at even more twists and turns.
