How To Watch RuPaul’s Drag Race Season 18, Episode 16 (finale)

The season 18 finale will crown the winner of RuPaul’s Drag Race between Darlene Mitchell, Myki Meeks, and Nini Coco.

It all comes down to this. The season 18 finale of RuPaul’s Drag Race will determine the champion between the final three contestants. Darlene Mitchell, Myki Meeks, and Nini Coco all face off in the season finale. Last week, in the penultimate episode, every contestant from season 18 competed in the “All RuPaul-A-Paruza Smackdown.” Juicy Love Dion was declared the Queen of She Done Already Done Had Herses (SDAHH) after finishing the season fourth, one spot away from this finale episode. Myki Meeks has emerged as a potential favorite to win this season. They have won three straight challenges and four of the last eight overall heading into the season finale.

How to Watch RuPaul’s Drag Race today:

Date: Friday, April 17, 2026

Time: 8:00 p.m. ET

TV: MTV

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Darlene Mitchell has two challenge wins over the last four weeks and is the only remaining contestant not to face elimination all season. After 10 straight weeks of coasting along, Darlene Mitchell picked up wins in two of the last four weeks to prove they are not just coasting. They are a contender.

On the other end of the spectrum, Nini Coco has survived elimination in three consecutive weeks. They are in a position to win it all after three consecutive elimination scares.

This season has also featured several celebrity surprises from music producer Benny Blanco to Academy Award-nominated actress Teyana Taylor. Even more surprises are in store for the season 18 finale of RuPaul’s Drag Race.

What Time Is the RuPaul’s Drag Race Episode?

The RuPaul’s Drag Race episode will take place on Friday, April 17, 2026, at 8:00 p.m. ET. Tune in and catch some great entertainment options.

What Channel Is the RuPaul’s Drag Race Episode On?

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