At long last, the almost full 2026 MTG release calendar has been revealed. At MagicCon: Atlanta, Wizards of the Coast revealed six of the seven sets we’re getting next year. With the final set expected to be revealed in October, it won’t be long before everything is unveiled in earnest.
In 2026, the MTG release schedule is populated by three in-universe releases and four Universes Beyond sets. While this move has already caused a good deal of controversy, there’s nevertheless plenty to look forward to. Whether you’re a fan of in-universe Magic or any of the multiple crossovers happening next year, 2026 shouldn’t disappoint.
MTG 2026 Release Schedule
Currently, while Wizards has announced most of the sets releasing next year, we’ve only got one official release date. The other six sets all have approximate release windows, which are more difficult than usual to pin down. Still, even if we don’t know everything, there’s more than enough to look forward to.
- Lorwyn Eclipsed | January 23rd, 2026
- Unnaounced Universes Beyond | March 2026
- Secrets of Strixhaven | April 2026
- Marvel Super Heroes | June 2026
- The Hobbit | August 2026
- Reality Fracture | October 2026
- Star Trek | November 2026
As usual, more information about the upcoming 2026 MTG sets, including their release dates, will be revealed closer to their launch. Typically, we’ve come to expect these announcements during Preview Panels at MagicCon events around the world. Thankfully, Wizards has already announced when and where these events will be happening in 2026.
- MagicCon: Las Vegas 2026 | May 1st – 3rd, 2026
- MagicCon: Amsterdam 2026 | July 17th – 19th, 2026
- MagicCon: Atlanta 2026 | November 13th – 15th, 2026
On top of these major MagicCon events, we’ve also seen announcements at Gen Con, Comic Cons, and Weekly MTG livestreams. Should all this somehow not be enough, there will also be plenty of Secret Lair drops releasing through 2026. Clearly, there’s not going to be any shortage of MTG news in 2026, as Magic’s endless spoiler season continues.
Lorwyn Eclipsed
Release Date: January 23rd, 2026
Kicking the year off with a bang, Lorwyn Eclipsed is easily the most anticipated set on the 2026 release calendar right now. As a return 19 years in the making, MTG players have been clamoring for a revisit to Lorwyn for almost two decades. Now, in 2026, it’s finally happening, and the set already looks fantastic.
Following the First Look at MagicCon: Atlanta, we’ve already been given our first taste of Lorwyn Eclipsed spoilers. With new Evoke Elementals, theme decks, and soon-to-be staples, there’s already plenty to be excited about. Thankfully for those who are excited, there isn’t long to wait before the reveals start in earnest.
According to Wizards, the main stories for Lorwyn Eclipsed will begin in December, before spoilers start in earnest in early January. For better or worse, it seems we’re getting a one-week spoiler season this time around, so reveals should appear thick and fast.
Unannounced Universes Beyond
Release Date: March 2026
For the time being, this Unannounced Universes Beyond set is the only unconfirmed set on the MTG 2026 release calendar. Thankfully, we don’t have to wait long for more information, as this set will be revealed at New York Comic Con on October 10th, 2025.
Before then, there are plenty of theories about what this set might be. We already know this release is going to be Nickelodeon-themed, but outside of that, it’s all technically a mystery. That said, due to the people announced for the panel, there’s some speculation that this could be a Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles set.
For now, we’ll just have to wait patiently to see what gets revealed in October. Once this set is officially announced, we’ll update this article with more information.
Secrets of Strixhaven
Release Date: April 2026
Returning to the Magic Multiverse, Secrets of Strixhaven is another MTG set with tons of promise. Following from our first trip to the plane of Arcavios in 2021, this set promises a “closer look at off-campus life.” Hopefully, this should give this return set plenty of room to expand while continuing the overarching story.
Currently, since it’s still a ways from releasing, details about Secrets of Strixhaven are still few and far between. What we do know for now, however, is that this set is getting an accompanying novel, Strixhaven: Omens of Chaos. Written by Seanan McGuire, this young adult story will exist in parallel to the set, expanding the plane’s lore.
Marvel Super Heroes
Release Date: June 2026
When Magic: The Gathering first announced its partnership with Marvel, a set built around superheroes seemed inevitable. Now, exactly this is happening, as MTG Marvel Super Heroes is releasing in June of 2026. From the art we’ve seen already, this set is going to be a who’s who of iconic Marvel characters.
While there are bound to be plenty of new, yet familiar, faces, this set may also include some MTG cards we’ve seen before. We’re not just talking about normal reprints here, either, as there’s a good chance some mechanically unique Secret Lair cards will reappear here. Currently, this is unconfirmed; however, recent statements do make it seem rather likely.
The Hobbit
Release Date: August 2026
In 2026, MTG players will get to return to Tolkien’s Middle-earth once again. Following on from The Lord of the Rings: Tales of Middle-earth, Wizards is now back with The Hobbit. Currently, details about this set are rather sparse, but thanks to it being a Universes Beyond set, we can expect a few things.
Naturally, this set is bound to feature Bilbo Baggins and the party of 13 Dwarves. In fact, all of the book’s iconic characters should be making an appearance in this set. Ideally, we might also see some reprints from the Tales of Middle-earth set, too, but this is unconfirmed for now.
Considering how successful the original Tales of Middle-earth set was, this release is definitely one to watch.
Reality Fracture
Release Date: October 2026
The final Magic Multiverse set of 2026 promises to be one hell of an event. As the capstone set to the current MTG story arc, this definitely isn’t one players will want to miss. Unsurprisingly, due to the high stakes and story importance of this set, Wizards is keeping their cards close to their chest for now.
What we do know is that this set will focus on Jace’s plans to fix the multiverse. Beyond this, Wizards is reportedly also doing something strange with the pack opening experience. According to MTG Head Designer Mark Rosewater, this set is going to be revolutionary, with features that weren’t previously believed to be possible.
Sadly, these features are being kept in the dark at the moment. Once more is revealed, however, we’ll be sure to update this article with all there is to know.
Star Trek
Release Date: November 2026
Last, but by no means least, Magic: The Gathering is getting a fully fledged Star Trek set. Expanding upon the design space of Edge of Eternities, this set should fit surprisingly nicely into Standard and beyond. As hallmarks of the franchise, this set is bound to have plenty of iconic Spaceships and Aliens.
Notably, despite being the final set to release in 2026, we may have already had a glimpse of it. Initially leaked way back in June of 2024, an MTG-looking Star Trek-themed test card has been on the internet for some time. Potentially, this could be the Showcase frame for the set; however, that is yet to be confirmed.
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