Discovery Channel’s SHARK WEEK Returns

Summer’s most-anticipated television programming event, Discovery Channel’s “Shark Week,” returns for its historic 38th year on Sunday, July 26 at 8PM ET/PT, showcasing nonstop action, epic encounters, and heart-pounding investigations. 

SHARK WEEK 2026 FULL SLATE

SUNDAY, JULY 26

“K-Pop Shark Heroes” premieres at 8PM ET/PT on Discovery

After a recent series of shark encounters off the Korean Peninsula, actor and comedian Ken Jeong joins forces with GRAMMY®-nominated singer and lifetime shark lover REI AMI on a mission to reshape the perception of sharks across East Asia and around the globe, fueled by the power of K-POP.

Get Geared Up for SHARK WEEK!!

Just in time for the 30th anniversary of Shark Week, Discovery is bringing fans deep into the ocean’s depths with its biggest product lineup ever. From bathing suits, socks, and sunglasses to Build-a-Bear plush, pool floats, and mobile games, Shark Week merchandise is here to help every fan live every week like it’s Shark Week. The new partners on board to celebrate the 30th anniversary of television’s bloodiest week include vineyard vines, Swedish Fish, Build-a-Bear, Philip Colbert, Knockaround, and many more.