Andrew Rizzo Jordan Brand is closing out the summer months with one of the most stacked release stretches of the year, deploying large quantities across a balanced mix of collabs, OG colorways, and all-new styles.
For purists, the headline is the return of two ’90s-era original colorways. The Air Jordan 9 “Space Jam” and Jordan 13 “Flint” are both en route, not necessarily big hype drivers, but essentials for any true collector’s closet nonetheless. On the collaborative front, a familiar face and a brand new name are both getting releases. Angelo Baque’s Awake NY is following up its Jordan 5 duo with a likeminded Jordan 6 pack to close out the month, while Ghana’s Free The Youth is finally dropping its Air Jordan 16 collab, a potential SOTY candidate when it’s all said and done.
At least seven new non-collaborative styles are expected, headlined by an Air Jordan 3 “Laser” inspired by a birthday PE given to Michael Jordan back in the early 2000s. The fan-favorite Air Jordan 6 “Oreo” is also back on shelves for its first-ever retro, and while still yet to be officially announced, the Air Jordan 41 is worth keeping an eye out for.
Per usual, we’ve compiled every big release of the month below for your convenience. Keep scrolling for the full blueprint and bookmark this page for easy reference throughout the month.
Free The Youth x Air Jordan 16 (August 1st, 2026)
Originally expected to launch in July, Free The Youth’s wings-covered Air Jordan 16 drops first via FTY on August 1st. A larger release via Nike SNKRS and retailers follows on August 15th.
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Mens Free The Youth x Air Jordan 16
US 08/15/2026 Saturday
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| Nike SNKRS | Standard | Check Site |
| Sneaker Politics | Standard | Check Site |
| Extra Butter | EQL | EQL |
| BSTN | Raffle | Check Site |
| KITH | App Only | Check App |
Air Jordan 13 “Flint” (August 1st, 2026)
Also on August 1st is the return of the Air Jordan 13 in its most famous original colorway. The “Flint” 13s are en route for their fourth retro, the last arriving just six years ago.
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Mens Air Jordan 13
US 08/01/2026 Saturday
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| DICK'S | Standard | Check Site |
| SNIPES US | Standard | Check Site |
| Foot Locker | Standard | Check Site |
| Sneaker Politics | Standard | Check Site |
| Nike SNKRS | Standard | Check Site |
| JD Sports US | Standard | Check Site |
| Finish Line | Standard | Check Site |
| Nikestore | Standard | Check Site |
| TAKOUT NY | Standard | Check Site |
Air Jordan 1 High OG “Love Letter” (August 1st, 2026)
The Air Jordan 1 High OG “Love Letter” draws inspiration from MJ’s iconic “Dear Basketball” letter, penned on the date of his 2003 retirement. Full family sizes drop August 1st.
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Mens Air Jordan 1 "Love Letter"
US 08/01/2026 Saturday
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| SNIPES US | Standard | Check Site |
| Foot Locker | Standard | Check Site |
| Sneaker Politics | Standard | Check Site |
| Nike SNKRS | Standard | Check Site |
| JD Sports US | Standard | Check Site |
| Finish Line | Standard | Check Site |
| Nikestore | Standard | Check Site |
| TAKOUT NY | Standard | Check Site |
Air Jordan 13 “Wings” (August 6th, 2026)
Jordan Brand’s youth education and mentorship program is dropping an Air Jordan 13 featuring tear-away uppers. Tap HERE to see what they look like stripped down.
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Mens Air Jordan 13 "Wings"
US 08/06/2026 Thursday
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| Nikestore | Standard | Check Site |
Air Jordan 6 “Oreo” (August 8th, 2026)
The Air Jordan 6 “Oreo” was a hot buy when it originally dropped back in 2010. Will the shoe’s first-ever retro be any different? We’ll see. Full family sizes drop August 8th.
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Mens Air Jordan 6 "Oreo"
US 08/08/2026 Saturday
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| Nike SNKRS | Standard | Check Site |
| SNIPES US | Standard | Check Site |
| Foot Locker | Standard | Check Site |
| Sneaker Politics | Standard | Check Site |
| Nikestore | Standard | Check Site |
| TAKOUT NY | Standard | Check Site |
Air Jordan 3 “Chalk” (August 8th, 2026)
The lone kids-exclusive release of the month is the Air Jordan 3 “Chalk,” featuring a neutral foundation with playful color pops. Grade school and preschool sizes drop August 8th.
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Grade School Air Jordan 3 "Play Your Way"
US 08/08/2026 Saturday
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| Nikestore | Standard | Check Site |
| DICK'S | Standard | Check Site |
| SNIPES US | Standard | Check Site |
| Foot Locker | Standard | Check Site |
Air Jordan 3 “Sports Renaissance” (August 15th, 2026)
The Air Jordan 3 “Sports Renaissance” is probably the most head-scratching release of the month, delivering a mismatched take on Mike’s third signature with elaborate, one-of-a-kind detailing. Women’s, PS, and TD sizes drop August 15th.
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Womens Air Jordan 3 "Sports Renaissance"
US 08/15/2026 Saturday
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| SNIPES US | Standard | Check Site |
| Foot Locker | Standard | Check Site |
| Sneaker Politics | Standard | Check Site |
| Nikestore | Standard | Check Site |
| TAKOUT NY | Standard | Check Site |
Air Jordan 3 “Laser” (August 22nd, 2026)
Inspired by a one-of-one gifted to MJ by Mark Smith for his 40th birthday in 2003, the Air Jordan 3 “Laser” releases August 22nd. And it’s not alone.
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Mens Air Jordan 3 "Laser"
US 08/22/2026 Saturday
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| SNIPES US | Standard | Check Site |
| Foot Locker | Standard | Check Site |
| Sneaker Politics | Standard | Check Site |
| Nikestore | Standard | Check Site |
Also arriving 8/22 is an Air Jordan 1 Low OG “Laser,” featuring etched uppers inspired by MJ’s career story.
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Mens Air Jordan 1
US 08/22/2026 Saturday
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| Nike SNKRS | Standard | Check Site |
| SNIPES US | Standard | Check Site |
| Foot Locker | Standard | Check Site |
| Sneaker Politics | Standard | Check Site |
| Nikestore | Standard | Check Site |
| TAKOUT NY | Standard | Check Site |
Awake NY x Air Jordan 6 (August 29th, 2026)
Angelo Baque’s Awake NY imprint continues its Jordan Brand partnership with a set of Jordan 6s on August 29th, drawing inspiration from fine leather goods, authentic or counterfeit.
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Mens Awake NY x Air Jordan 6 "Blueberry"
US 08/29/2026 Saturday
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| Nike SNKRS | Standard | Check Site |
| Sneaker Politics | In Store Only | Offline Only |
| Sesinko | Raffle | Check Site |
| KITH | App Only | Check App |
| Sole Classics | In Store Only | Offline Only |
| HBX | Standard | Check Site |
| Kids Of Immigrants | In Store Only | Offline Only |
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Mens Awake NY x Air Jordan 6
US 08/23/2026 Sunday
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| Awake NY | EQL | EQL |
Air Jordan 17 Low “Black Patent” (August 2026)
Also arriving in August is the Air Jordan 17 Low “Black Patent,” a luxe take on a cult classic Wizards-era model. No official date has been announced as of this writing, but the shoe is expected to land sometime this month.
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Mens Air Jordan 17 Low
Europe 08/08/2026 Saturday
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