Ubuntu 26.10Stonking Stingray
Ubuntu 26.10 was released on Oct 15, 2026 and is supported until Jul 1, 2027, about 8 months from now.
Ubuntu 26.10 support timeline
Oct 15, 2026Today
7% elapsedEnd of life
Jul 1, 2027
Ubuntu 26.10 release and support dates
| Milestone | Date | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Released | ||
| Active support ends | Regular bug-fix and maintenance updates. | |
| End of life | Security updates stop. endoflife.date’s listed end of support. |
Source: endoflife.date, fetched Nov 2, 2026. Status as of Nov 2, 2026. Support scope varies by project; confirm on the official site.
Upgrading to Ubuntu 26.10
Ubuntu 26.10 is the newest Ubuntu release we track, so it is the version to install or upgrade to.
Use Software Updater, or run sudo do-release-upgrade. LTS releases are offered the next LTS once its first point release (.1) is out; interim releases upgrade one release at a time.
Other Ubuntu versions
| Version | Released | End of life |
|---|---|---|
| Ubuntu 26.10 Stonking Stingray | Oct 15, 2026 | Jul 1, 2027 |
| Ubuntu 26.04 LTS Resolute Raccoon | Apr 23, 2026 | May 29, 2031 |
| Ubuntu 25.10 Questing Quokka | Oct 9, 2025 | Jul 9, 2026 |
| Ubuntu 25.04 Plucky Puffin | Apr 17, 2025 | Jan 17, 2026 |
| Ubuntu 24.10 Oracular Oriole | Oct 10, 2024 | Jul 10, 2025 |
Ubuntu 26.10: common questions
When does Ubuntu 26.10 reach end of life?
Ubuntu 26.10 reaches end of life on Jul 1, 2027, according to endoflife.date.
Is Ubuntu 26.10 still supported?
Yes. Ubuntu 26.10 is supported until Jul 1, 2027.
When was Ubuntu 26.10 released?
Ubuntu 26.10 was released on Oct 15, 2026.
What is the codename of Ubuntu 26.10?
Ubuntu 26.10 is codenamed “Stonking Stingray”.
Is Ubuntu 26.10 an LTS release?
No. Ubuntu 26.10 is not a long-term support release, so its support window is shorter than the LTS releases.