If you want to know when the next TFT update goes live, you need a clear view of Riot Games’ 2026 patch schedule. Riot rolls out regular updates throughout the year, adjusting balance, introducing new content, and supporting each set with planned releases.
By tracking the confirmed 2026 patch dates, you can plan your ranked sessions, prepare for meta shifts, and stay ready for major set launches. A full schedule helps you anticipate when gameplay changes will impact your strategies.
TFT patch schedule 2026
You can expect Teamfight Tactics updates to follow a steady rhythm in 2026, with most patches launching on Wednesdays (PT) and occasional Thursday releases. The schedule moves through Sets 16 to 19 with consistent balance updates and mid-set adjustments.
| Patch | Release Date (PT) |
|---|---|
| 16.2 | Jan. 8 (Thu) |
| 16.3 | Jan. 22 (Thu) |
| 16.4 | Feb. 4 |
| 16.5 | Feb. 19 (Thu) |
| 16.6 | Mar. 4 |
| 16.7 | Mar. 18 |
| 16.8 | Apr. 1 |
Set 17 begins mid-April and runs through mid-July:
17.1 (Apr. 15) • 17.2 (Apr. 29) • 17.3 (May 13) • 17.4 (May 28, Thu) • 17.5 (June 10) • 17.6 (June 24) • 17.7 (July 15)
Set 18 spans late July to early November, followed by Set 19 in mid-November:
- 18.1 – 18.8: July 29 to Nov. 4
- 19.1: Nov. 18
- 19.2: Dec. 7
TFT Patch Notes 2026
You can expect most 2026 updates to launch on Wednesdays (PT). Riot aligns TFT patches with League of Legends releases, but TFT uses its own version labels and balance cycle.
TFT patch numbers follow a clear structure:
- First number: the active Set
- Second number: the specific update within that set
For example, 17.2 means Set 17, Patch 2.
Each set usually receives around eight updates, giving you regular balance shifts, trait adjustments, and system changes throughout its lifecycle.
| Example Patch | Meaning |
|---|---|
| 16.1 | First patch of Set 16 |
| 17.2 | Second patch of Set 17 |
Riot may adjust dates when needed. If a delay happens, you will typically receive notice within 48 hours of the planned release.
TFT Sets 17, 18, and 19 Release Timeline
You will play three major TFT sets in 2026, spaced across the year. Riot follows a multi-month rotation that keeps each set active for a full competitive cycle before the next launch.
| Set | Release Date | Season Window |
|---|---|---|
| Set 17 | April 15, 2026 | Spring |
| Set 18 | July 29, 2026 | Summer |
| Set 19 | November 18, 2026 | Late Fall / Early Winter |
You can expect balance patches between these launches to adjust the meta and refine gameplay.
