What Time Is BBC Strictly Come Dancing On Tonight?

What time is BBC Strictly Come Dancing on TV – what channel and how to watch?

Strictly is back for 2026 with another star studded line-up, new hosts and exciting new changes.

Strictly is on at a different time each week – keep up to date with times to watch here – the launch show is almost here, you won’t want to miss a step.

Strictly Come Dancing: Week 1 BBC One at 18:15 on Saturday, 26 September 2026

It’s the first live show of 2026, and the new Strictly couples take to the floor for an incredible opening performance.

While there’s no public vote or elimination this week, there will still be plenty of paddle action as Shirley Ballas, Craig Revel Horwood, Motsi Mabuse and Anton Du Beke award the first set of scores. Scores will be carried over to week 2, when viewers have their first opportunity to vote. For now, the couples can enjoy their dance floor debut safe in the knowledge that they’ll be back for more.

Here’s everything you need to know about what time and where to tune in for this weekends Strictly Come Dancing – so you never miss a step! Table of contents

What time is Strictly Come Dancing: Week 1 on?

Tune in to BBC One at 18:15 on Saturday, 26 September 2026.

We look forward to seeing the celebrities first dance of the series.

What time are the Strictly results on?

There is no Strictly results show on Sunday 27 September after Week 1. The first results show is on Sunday 4 October, following Week 2. Who will face the dreaded dance-off? We’ll add the start time once the BBC confirms it.

Expect a spectacular group performance from the Strictly Pros, plus a guest performance in the studio.

Viewers are able to catch up on all the aired episodes on BBC iPlayer.

What time is Strictly: It Takes Two on?

Strictly:It Takes Two will return to BBC Two weekdays at 18:30 from Monday 28th September 2026 onwards.

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What are the Songs & Dances for the Launch Show?

Find out the full list of this weeks Strictly song & dance choices here

Who was eliminated from Strictly last week?

No celebrities will be eliminated in Week 1. The first results show of 2026 is on Sunday 4 October, following Week 2. We’ll add the BBC One start time when it appears in the listings.

Who has been eliminated from Strictly 2026 so far?

The celebrities to have been eliminated so far this series are, in order of elimination;

Who won Strictly Come Dancing in 2025?

Karen Carney and Carlos Gu

How can I be in the audience for Strictly Come Dancing?

Strictly Come Dancing live studio audience – how you can be in it – visit our detailed page here to find out how you can be in the studio audience for 2026;

When is the 2026 Strictly Come Dancing Final?

The 2026 Strictly Come Dancing Final will air on BBC One Saturday 19th December 2026

What song & dance styles will the couples be performing on Strictly Come Dancing 2026

As we all love to watch and critique the dances, choose our favourites and guess the scores, wouldn’t you love to know a little more about the style of dances and what they entail?

Here’s a brief overview of some of the different dancing styles you will see on the show. As you will see all dances are not created equal, some are much harder to master than others.

Argentine Tango: Originating in Buenos Aires, Argentina this sensual dance is filled with power and passion.

Cha-Cha-Cha: Synchronicity is the key to the Cha-Cha. This lively, flirtatious dance sees the partners working together in perfect alignment.

Foxtrot: The Foxtrot is an excellent dance for beginners. It is one of the most fun and simple dances to learn. The Foxtrot consists of long, smooth, flowing movements. This type of dance works particularly well with big-band or swing music. Former Strictly pro Aljaz is a big fan of the fabulous Foxtrot.

Jive: Originating in the United States the Jive is a fun, energetic swing dance, with lots of kicks and flicks. Giovanni is known to love the Jive!

Paso Doble: Surprisingly, due to its Spanish nature the Paso Doble originates from Southern France. This dramatic dance is modelled on the actions and movements of a Spanish bullfight. This is Johannes Radebe’s favourite dance. Johannes and John Waite are etched in our memory from last year, it was clear to see that he loves the Pasodoble.

Rumba: The romantic Rumba has a 4/4 beat and when performed well is a seductive and sensual dance. Head Judge Shirely Ballas is the Queen of Rumba and if you have the pleasure of watching her dance you will see why. This is also a favourite of Amy Dowden’s.

Viennese Waltz: Considered one of the hardest ballroom dances to learn. It is quicker than the regular Waltz and is characterised with the elegant rotation.

Waltz or Slow Waltz: A smooth progressive dance consisting of long flowing movements and continuous turns. In a well-executed Waltz the dancers appear to effortlessly glide across the dancefloor. As the King of Ballroom, NTA Judge of the year, Anton Du Beke is a huge fan of the Waltz.

Quickstep: This is a quick version of the Foxtrot. It is notoriously difficult to learn, however, it is one of the most exciting to watch. It consists of extremely quick stepping, and syncopated feet rhythms and runs.

Find out the full list of this weeks Strictly song & dance choices here

donaheys.co.uk/general/strictly-come-dancing-songs-and-dances-revealed/

Find out what time is Strictly on TV tonight with our informative and upto date guide here.

Meet all the Strictly Come Dancing Professional Dancers

Learn more about all your favourite Strictly Pro’s here

– Aljaz Skorjanec
– Alexis Warr
– Amy Dowden MBE
– Carlos Gu
– Dianne Buswell
– Giovanni Pernice
– Gorka Marquez
– Johannes Radebe
– Jowita Przystal
– Julian Caillon
– Kai Widdrington
– Karen Hauer
– Katya Jones
– Lauren Oakley
– Luba Mushtuk
– Michelle Tsiakkas
– Nadiya Bychkova
– Nancy Xu
– Neil Jones
– Nikita Kuzmin
– Vito Coppola
– Aleksandra Isaeva
– Cristian Priori
– Lethabo Monametsi
– Maddie Ingoldsby
– Mark Karmalita

Meet the Strictly Come Dancing Presenters

Learn more about Strictly presenters Emma Willis, Josh Widdecombe and Johannes Radebe

Meet all the Strictly Come Dancing Judges

Learn more about all the Strictly Judges here;
– Anton du Beke
– Shirley Ballas
– Motsi Mabuse
– Craig Revel Horwood

Past Winners of Strictly Come Dancing

Find out who has won BBC Strictly Come Dancing with our full list of past Strictly winners from 2004 here – Strictly Winners

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