Shark Week 2025, a week dedicated to shark education and entertainment, runs from July 20-26 on the Discovery Channel. Sharks inhabit the waters off the coast of South Jersey, with a variety of species including basking sharks, sand tiger sharks and thresher sharks.

The cult-favorite TV event returns for a week of programming dedicated to the beloved sea creatures. Here's the complete schedule and how to catch all the action.

Discovery Channel’s “Shark Week” kicks off with a unique twist this year: “Dancing with Sharks.” Hosted by former “Dancing With the Stars” host Tom Bergeron, the show features scuba-diving shark handlers performing underwater dances with hammerhead sharks.

Shark Week 2025 officially kicks off on the Discovery Channel Sunday, July 20 at 8/7c and over the course of a week of special programming, 20 new releases will premiere on the popular network.

It's the time of the season—for Shark Week, that is. The sea creature will take the spotlight on the Discovery Channel July 20 through July 26, with incredible restaurant deals to celebrate the occasion.