Coronation Street and Emmerdale Schedule Updates for This Week
Another week brings another round of schedule adjustments for Emmerdale and Coronation Street, as ITV continues to shuffle programming in response to sports events and special broadcasts. Since the start of 2026, changes have been frequent, with the launch of the new soap 'power hour' in January leading to ongoing disruptions. As we move into the middle of April, fans have already experienced numerous alterations, and with the summer sports season approaching, more shifts are anticipated. Here is a comprehensive guide to when the ITV soaps are airing this week, why they are not on this evening, and the dramatic storylines unfolding in Weatherfield and the Dales over the coming days.
Weekly Air Times for Coronation Street and Emmerdale
Coronation Street and Emmerdale will follow their standard schedule from Monday to Thursday. Emmerdale is set to air at 8pm, followed by Coronation Street at 8:30pm for a half-hour episode. Viewers can also catch these episodes on ITVX or YouTube for on-demand viewing. However, neither soap will broadcast on Friday. This is due to the I'm A Celebrity... South Africa finale airing at 7:30pm instead, taking over the usual soap slots.
Drama Unfolding in Coronation Street This Week
The residents of Weatherfield are facing a tumultuous start to the week, with the Driscoll family at the center of the action. On Sunday night, they learned that the CPS will not charge Megan Walsh for her sexual abuse of Will Driscoll. In Monday's episode, Maggie pressured Eva Price to take down Megan, fearing Ben Driscoll might act recklessly. Tuesday's installment saw Eva, Leanne, and Toyah Battersby discover Will's burner phone, using it to arrange a meeting with Megan that could escalate the situation further.
Meanwhile, Ronnie Bailey intervened in Carl Webster's mistreatment of his wife, Debbie Webster, resulting in Carl being hospitalized and Debbie facing a blackmail threat. Debbie confronted Carl, labeling him as 'unlovable,' leading to a petty revenge plot that will significantly impact Carla Connor and Lisa Swain's wedding later in the week. The week concludes with the discovery of a body, setting the stage for a special week of episodes to reveal which villain has met their demise.
Emmerdale's Intense Storylines This Week
In the Dales, Charity Dingle's life is in jeopardy as she goes into labor and is forced to give birth in a malfunctioning lift, with only Ross Barton and Mackenzie Boyd to assist. Dr. Caitlin Todd is the sole available doctor, but her ability to help is compromised due to her awareness of Jacob Gallagher's reports on her bullying behavior, raising concerns about the emergency surgery she must perform.
Elsewhere, Dylan Penders schemes to ensure April Windsor won't have to wait for him if he receives a prison sentence, while Moira Dingle struggles to adapt to life without Butler's farm. These plotlines highlight the ongoing emotional and dramatic twists in Emmerdale, keeping viewers engaged with high-stakes scenarios and character developments.
Impact of Schedule Changes on Soap Fans
The frequent schedule changes for Coronation Street and Emmerdale have become a recurring issue for fans in 2026, driven by sports broadcasts and special programming like the I'm A Celebrity finale. With more adjustments expected as the summer sports season begins, viewers are advised to stay updated on air times through ITV's official channels. Despite these disruptions, the soaps continue to deliver compelling drama, ensuring that loyal audiences remain hooked on the unfolding stories in Weatherfield and the Dales.
