The Amazing Race is currently airing its 38th season on CBS in the U.S., with episodes scheduled in the Wednesday 9:30–11:00 PM ET/PT slot during the 2025–2026 TV season. Season 39 is expected to arrive in fall 2026, but it does not have a specific premiere date yet.

Quick Scoop: When is The Amazing Race on?

  • Season 38 is part of CBS’s 2025–2026 lineup and airs on Wednesday nights at 9:30–11:00 PM ET/PT in the U.S.
  • The season kicks off after Survivor in the fall schedule, typically in October based on recent patterns.
  • There is no spring 2026 season planned; fans have noted there will be a gap before the next cycle.
  • Season 39 is generally expected to air in fall 2026, but the exact date has not yet been locked in publicly.

If you are outside the U.S. or watching via streaming, local air times and release days can shift slightly, so it’s worth checking your local listings or your streaming app’s episode page.

Current and upcoming seasons

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Season Approx. start Regular night Time (U.S.) Notes
38 (current) Fall 2025 (around October) Wednesday 9:30–11:00 PM ET/PT Part of CBS 2025–26 lineup, follows Survivor and Big Brother on the schedule.
39 (next) Expected fall 2026 TBD TBD Talked about as a fall 2026 season; no official detailed schedule yet.

A quick viewing tip

If you’re setting a reminder, mark Wednesday nights at 9:30 PM (ET/PT) on CBS for the current run, and keep an eye on CBS or your TV provider’s fall 2026 schedule announcements for the exact Season 39 premiere date.

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