Llama 5 release date
Still searched a lot, but Meta has released no new Llama model since April 2025.
Last checked 2 min ago.
What Llama 5 will offer
- Would be Meta's next open Llama modelOur guess
- May never ship under this nameOur guess
About Llama 5
Meta has released no new Llama model since Llama 4 Scout and Maverick in April 2025, and Meta's effort has moved to the Muse family. A Llama 5 may never ship under that name.
Details we expect
| Item | What we expect | Source type |
|---|---|---|
| Release | Unlikely in 2026. Possibly never under this name | Our guess |
Still unknown
- Whether the Llama name continues
What we know so far
| Date | What happened | Source type |
|---|---|---|
| Sep 30, 2026 | No Llama 5 programme or date announced.Father of AI, 8 models coming next (Oct 2026) | News report |
| Apr 5, 2025 | Llama 4 Scout and Maverick released. No new Llama since.Data Lakehouse Hub, AI model families (Oct 2026) | Confirmed |
Frequently asked questions
When will Llama 5 be released?
Our most likely date is Jun 30, 2027. We give it a 10% chance of launching between Jan 1, 2027 and Dec 31, 2027. Meta has not announced anything.
Is Llama 5 out yet?
Not as of Oct 26, 2026. This page switches to launch facts the day it ships.
How much will Llama 5 cost?
No price has been announced yet.
What can I use while I wait?
Muse Glimmer is the closest option available today.
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