when is the draft

The phrase “when is the draft” could mean different things, but the most searched and discussed right now is the 2026 NFL Draft.

So, if you’re asking about the NFL:

• The 2026 NFL Draft is scheduled for April 23–25, 2026.

• It will take place in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania , using the city’s North Shore area and venues like Acrisure Stadium and Point State Park.

If you meant a military draft instead: there is no active U.S. military draft right now , and no official date has been set for any future draft; the U.S. operates on an all‑volunteer force, although Selective Service registration remains in place and occasionally sparks rumors and debate.