What time is EastEnders on tonight? Get up-to-date schedules and changes here

The soap is moving around in the schedules due to the FIFA World Cup 2026...
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EastEnders’ schedule has been disrupted by the World Cup fixtures for the last few weeks – so what time is it on on Thursday, July 30 and is it on BBC iPlayer as normal?

EastEnders is supposed to air from Monday to Thursday on BBC One at 7.30pm. Each episode also drops that day at 6am on BBC iPlayer. However, this isn’t always the case, and the soap sometimes has to move as other events take priority.

But when is EastEnders on today? And is it available on BBC iPlayer yet?

Kat and Sharon talking in the pub in EastEnders
EastEnders is on tonight (Credit: BBC)

When is EastEnders on tonight? And is it streaming on BBC iPlayer yet?

EastEnders is on screens tonight (Thursday, July 30). It will air at the usual time of 7.30pm-8pm on BBC One.

The episode is also available to watch on BBC iPlayer from 6am, where it is released early every day for those who can’t wait to delve into the Walford drama.

But what’s happening on EastEnders in the next episode? We have everything you need to know.

EastEnders' Sharon and Phil talking
Sharon has questions for Phil (Credit: BBC)

EastEnders spoilers for tonight – Nicola and George have a heart-to-heart

Tonight, Nicola grows increasingly worried about George and ropes Harry in to help, taking him to Harry’s Barn in the hope he’ll finally open up. As she gently tries to uncover the source of George’s guilt, Nicola also reveals more about her own past, leading to an emotional heart-to-heart between the pair.

Elsewhere, Elaine’s comments continue to play on Sharon’s mind, prompting her to push Phil for the truth.

Meanwhile, Sheila confronts Chelsea, leaving her with little choice but to let her see Jordan. Chelsea and Kim then visit Denise, where Chelsea admits her part in Jordan’s accident. Denise is left disgusted by the confession.

Back in Walford, Chelsea decides it’s time to be honest with Jordan about Sheila. Despite her family’s concerns, she agrees to let Sheila spend more time with him, hoping it’s the right decision as tensions continue to rise.

Read more: Who’s leaving, joining and returning to EastEnders? Complete list of cast exits, arrivals and returns

EastEnders usually airs weeknights on BBC One at 7.30pm, however, check up-to-date schedules during the World Cup for the current airing pattern.