The U.S. Postal Service has expanded its lineup of USPS 2026 stamps, announcing additional commemorative stamps and confirming several First-Day-of-Issue ceremony locations. The latest additions continue a tradition of honoring influential Americans, historic milestones, wildlife, art, and cultural traditions through collectible postage.

For stamp collectors and postal enthusiasts, the growing list of 2026 stamp releases offers something for nearly every interest.

What are the new additions to USPS 2026 stamps?

The latest announcement adds several notable stamp subjects to the 2026 program, scheduled to release throughout the rest of the year, including:

• Diagonal U.S. Flag (stamped envelope) - Aug. 7

• Sarah Orne Jewett - Aug. 21

• U.S. Coast Guard Academy - Sept. 12

• Global Winter Wreath - Sept. 18

• Christmas Cookies - Sept. 19

• Kwanzaa - Sept. 23

• Squirrels and Chipmunks in Snow - Sept. 25

• Hanukkah - Sept. 29

• Christmas: Madonna and Child - Oct. 2

• Know the Facts About Fentanyl - Oct. 6

A stamp program that celebrates America

Each year, the USPS stamp program highlights people, places, events, and traditions that have shaped the United States. The USPS 2026 stamps continue that tradition by featuring subjects that span American history, literature, sports, wildlife, the arts, and more.

Many of the stamp designs are created by accomplished artists and illustrators, making each release both functional postage and a collectible keepsake.

Stay updated on new USPS stamps

Check back throughout the year as the Postal Service announced additional designs, release dates, and ceremony locations for the USPS stamps program.