Love Island 2026 is set to return with a new batch of singletons, and ITV has officially announced the launch date. The summer edition will begin on Monday, 1st June at 9pm on ITV2 and ITVX, just weeks away from now.
When Does Love Island 2026 Start?
Unlike the All Stars edition which airs early each year, the original Love Island series brings drama during the summer. Series 13 kicks off on Monday, 1st June at 9pm. Following previous formats, episodes are expected to air nightly from Sunday to Friday for about an hour, with an unseen bits episode on Saturdays. All episodes will be available to stream on ITVX shortly after broadcast.
How Many Weeks Will Love Island 2026 Run?
The summer series typically lasts around eight weeks. With a start date of 1st June, the final is anticipated around late July, possibly Monday, 27th July, though ITV has not yet confirmed the finale date.
Where Is the Love Island 2026 Villa?
The iconic villa is located in Mallorca, Spain, near Sant Llorenç des Cardassar on the east coast. This year, the villa has undergone a World Cup-themed upgrade, featuring stadium seats and football colours around the fire pit. Sports-themed Instagram hints since early May teased the new design.
Maya Jama returns to host recouplings and fire-pit conversations as new Islanders search for love. Stay tuned for more updates as the launch approaches.
