'The Bachelorette' 2026 Premiere Date Revealed - EntertainmentNow
"The Bachelorette" will return in March 2026 with Taylor Frankie Paul as the new lead. Here's everything to know about the new season.
entertainmentnow.comAnswer: The Bachelorette Season 22 (2026) premieres on Sunday, March 22, 2026 at 8:00 PM ET/PT on ABC.
Details:
- Lead: Taylor Frankie Paul, making headlines as the franchise’s first outside-lead contender.[1][5]
- Air date and time: March 22, 2026, 8 p.m. ET/PT, on ABC; episodes air Sundays thereafter.[5][1]
- Viewing options: next-day streaming on Hulu and Disney+, with a preview special airing March 15 following the Oscars coverage.[1]
Notes:
- This premiere marks a shift from the show’s traditional January start and Sunday-night timeslot change to accommodate the new lead and scheduling strategy.[3][5]
- If you’re planning to watch, you can check ABC’s schedule or streaming platforms for availability in your area, including local listings in New Jersey.[4][1]
Citations:
- The Bachelorette 2026 premieres March 22 at 8 p.m. ET on ABC; lead and details.[1]
- Premiere date and time; streaming options after air date.[1]
- Scheduling shift and outside-lead context.[3][5]