Planning for WordPress 7.1 is underway with a proposed release date of August 19, 2026. This post outlines the key milestone dates and includes a call for volunteers to help lead the release. Whether you are a seasoned contributor or new to release work, there are many ways to get involved.

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The WordPress core team is planning the 7.1 release with a proposed final release date of August 19, 2026, targeting publication at WordCamp US. The post outlines the release schedule and calls for volunteers to fill key roles including Release Lead, Release Coordination, Tech Leads, Triage Lead, and Test Lead. The release will continue the streamlined Release Squad structure introduced in recent cycles, emphasizing collaboration with Make Team Reps. Interested contributors should comment or reach out in the #7-1-release-leads Slack channel by June 5th.

WordPress 7.1 Call for Volunteers