Node.js Moves to One Major Release Per Year, Starting with Node 27

Daniel Curtis — Wed, 03 Jun 2026 06:40:00 GMT

Node.js will change its release schedule starting with version 27 in October 2026, moving from two major releases per year to one. All releases will become Long-Term Support (LTS), removing the distinction between odd and even versions. An Alpha channel for early testing will also be introduced. This decision addresses maintenance challenges and aims to align with user needs.

By Daniel Curtis

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Node.js Moves to One Major Release Per Year, Starting with Node 27