Overview of 'Days of Our Lives' Season 61

Episode 1 - Monday, August 25, 2025

Release Date: 2025-08-25

Brady confronts Kristen. EJ tries to throw Chad off the scent. Leo has a frosty run-in with Gwen. Cat clues Rafe in.

Episode 2 - Tuesday, August 26, 2025

Release Date: 2025-08-26

Belle warns Philip. Alex and Jada share an awkward encounter. Stephanie and Xander discuss her PR plan. Ari demands answers from Gabi.

Episode 3 - Wednesday, August 27, 2025

Release Date: 2025-08-27

Kayla makes a suggestion to Stephanie. Brady shares his suspicions with Steve. Alex apologizes to Sarah. Tate and Holly have a surprise run in with Sophia.

Episode 4 - Thursday, August 28, 2025

Release Date: 2025-08-28

Gabi takes matters into her own hands. Alex advises Xander. Philip and Belle bond. Johnny and Chanel's romantic plans get interrupted. Sarah vents to Marlena.

Episode 5 - Friday, August 29, 2025

Release Date: 2025-08-29

Holly confronts Sophia. Kayla gives Steve a hint. Brady gets unsettling news. Cat asks EJ for a job. Gwen blasts Leo.

Episode 6 - Monday, September 1, 2025

Release Date: 2025-09-01

Brady makes a shocking discovery. Marlena praises Tate. Cat and Felicity celebrate Aaron's homecoming. Chad comforts Thomas.

Episode 7 - Tuesday, September 2, 2025

Release Date: 2025-09-02

Brady updates Tate about an investigation. Melinda tries to calm Sophia. Marlena is tormented by her dreams. Chad confides his true feelings to Cat.

Episode 8 - Wednesday, September 3, 2025

Release Date: 2025-09-03

Cat and Brady bond. Holly and Tate enjoy some romance. Ari gets stuck with Aaron. Xander and Marlena discuss the root of his anger. Gabi encourages Philip.

Episode 9 - Thursday, September 4, 2025

Release Date: 2025-09-04

Johnny refuses to give EJ credit. Chanel considers adoption. Marlena asks Belle for a favor. Gabi reports to Tony. Philip tests Xander.

Episode 10 - Friday, September 5, 2025

Release Date: 2025-09-05

Jack and Jennifer come home for JJ’s birthday. Jack and Gwen take one step forward and two steps back. Chad worries about Cat. Tate catches Sophia in another lie. Brady and Steve search for answers.

Episode 11 - Monday, September 8, 2025

Release Date: 2025-09-08

Xander and Philip flip out. Gabi tries to stay one step ahead of the Kiriakis brothers. Gwen complains to EJ. Jack and Jennifer receive unsettling news.

Episode 12 - Tuesday, September 9, 2025

Release Date: 2025-09-09

EJ calls Chad out on his feelings for Cat. Stephanie celebrates with Alex. Xander and Philip bond. Gabi reminds Tony of their deal. Theo returns to Salem.

Episode 13 - Wednesday, September 10, 2025

Release Date: 2025-09-10

Abe and Paulina offer their support to Theo. Belle opens up to Shawn. Stephanie confronts Steve. Kayla and Marlena catch up.

Episode 14 - Thursday, September 11, 2025

Release Date: 2025-09-11

Chanel is ready to start a family with Johnny. Leo and Javi find themselves on the same page. Stephanie trusts Alex with a secret. Brady gets a clue from Tate. Rachel vents to Holly.

Episode 15 - Friday, September 12, 2025

Release Date: 2025-09-12

Holly offers Johnny support. Tate seizes an opportunity with Sophia. Brady fills Steve in about a hunch. Kristen is stunned by Rachel. Javi open up to Leo.

Episode 16 - Monday, September 15, 2025

Release Date: 2025-09-15

Tate lashes out at Holly. Sophia vents to Ari. At Victoria’s birthday party, Sarah sees Xander in a new light. Philip sticks to his story.

Episode 17 - Tuesday, September 16, 2025

Release Date: 2025-09-16

Tony hijacks the "One Stormy Night" press conference. Alex and Stephanie argue. Theo catches up with Chad. Xander is annoyed by Sarah. Leo confronts Gabi.

Episode 18 - Wednesday, September 17, 2025

Release Date: 2025-09-17

EJ and Cat find common ground. Marlena advises Brady to protect Rachel. Sarah asks for Xander's forgiveness. Steve needs a favor from Kayla. Thomas asks Chad if he likes Cat.

Episode 19 - Thursday, September 18, 2025

Release Date: 2025-09-18

Ari tells Holly not to give up on Tate. Tate discreetly presses Sophia for answers. Leo and Javi worry about their future with Tesoro. Chanel asks Paulina to help her adopt a child.

Episode 20 - Friday, September 19, 2025

Release Date: 2025-09-19

Brady considers making a career switch. Alex and Stephanie take the next step in their relationship. JJ apologizes to Gabi. Theo warns Jada about JJ.

Episode 21 - Monday, September 22, 2025

Release Date: 2025-09-22

Brady urges Tate to make things right. Sophia tricks Holly. Johnny worries to Chanel. Rafe and Sarah bond. Marlena gets troubling news.

Episode 22 - Tuesday, September 23, 2025

Release Date: 2025-09-23

EJ reveals his plans to Stephanie. Maggie confronts Tony. Alex, Brady, Philip and Xander butt heads. Chad shares his concerns with Cat.

Episode 23 - Wednesday, September 24, 2025

Release Date: 2025-09-24

Johnny and Chanel remain happy and optimistic about the adoption. Melinda warns Sophia. Paulina encourages Theo to work for DiMera. Kayla senses Stephanie is nervous. Julie supports Foster.

Episode 24 - Thursday, September 25, 2025

Release Date: 2025-09-25

Belle confronts EJ. Marlena passes out. Sophia plots against Johnny and Chanel. Sara tries to persuade Xander. Cat and Chad enjoy some romance.

Episode 25 - Friday, September 26, 2025

Release Date: 2025-09-26

The blackout continues in Salem. Xander and Sarah come to an agreement. Stephanie does a Q&A. Alex helps out Chanel and Felicity. Philip, Brady and Gabi find themselves trapped.

Episode 26 - Monday, September 29, 2025

Release Date: 2025-09-29

Marlena opens up to Susan. EJ confesses to Belle. Leo helps Gwen. Rachel shocks Thomas. Chad and Cat share a romantic moment.

Episode 27 - Tuesday, September 30, 2025

Release Date: 2025-09-30

Theo is confronted by JJ. Belle is firm with EJ. Chad and Cat reach a turning point. Jada updates Paulina. Xander makes inroads with Sarah.

Episode 28 - Wednesday, October 1, 2025

Release Date: 2025-10-01

EJ makes a deal with Stephanie. Holly pushes Tate away. Sophia puts her plan in motion. Johnny and Chanel are blindsided. Kayla gives Brady surprising news.

Episode 29 - Thursday, October 2, 2025

Release Date: 2025-10-02

Chanel is devastated. Sophia panics. Tate confides in Brady. Maggie gives Holly some tough love.

Episode 30 - Friday, October 3, 2025

Release Date: 2025-10-03

Julie embraces a family member's homecoming. Stephanie opens up to Alex. Paulina scolds EJ. Gwen and Cat catch up. Chad worries about Thomas.

Episode 31 - Monday, October 6, 2025

Release Date: 2025-10-06

Cat and Rafe make a plan. Kayla advises Jennifer. Thomas confronts Chad. Jeremy stuns Stephanie.

Episode 32 - Tuesday, October 7, 2025

Release Date: 2025-10-07

Ari tries to cheer up Holly. Johnny and Chanel brainstorm. Sophia fools Tate. Brady shares a theory with Sarah. JJ opens up to Jada.

Episode 33 - Wednesday, October 8, 2025

Release Date: 2025-10-08

Xander, Philip, and Maggie face off with Tony. Johnny and Chanel get an assist from Rafe. Sarah comes to a realization. Holly swears Ari to secrecy. Tate goes looking for Holly.

Episode 34 - Thursday, October 9, 2025

Release Date: 2025-10-09

Jennifer, Jack and Julie reminisce about Jennifer’s 40 years in Salem. JJ remains troubled. Chad breaks the hard truth to Cat. Thomas makes a bold request.

Episode 35 - Friday, October 10, 2025

Release Date: 2025-10-10

Holly prepares to take a trip. Brady, Johnny, and Chanel compare notes. Ari updates Tate. Sarah confides in Kayla. Leo and Javi worry about Tesoro.

Episode 36 - Monday, October 13, 2025

Release Date: 2025-10-13

Holly and Maggie face a heartfelt parting. Brady shares life-changing news with Tate. Marlena questions Rachel. EJ agrees to Cat’s request. Chad and Jennifer clash.

Episode 37 - Tuesday, October 14, 2025

Release Date: 2025-10-14

Belle worries about Marlena. Susan urges EJ to have patience. Theo shocks Abe. Xander apologizes to Sarah. Tony pulls the rug out from under Gabi.

Episode 38 - Wednesday, October 15, 2025

Release Date: 2025-10-15

Holly and Ari are reunited. Tate makes Aaron anxious. Sophia confesses to Melinda. Johnny and Chanel worry. Theo gets support from Paulina, but not from Abe.

Episode 39 - Thursday, October 16, 2025

Release Date: 2025-10-16

Cat shares her concerns with Rafe. Jeremy advises Chad. Leo confronts EJ. Alex and Stephanie celebrate.

Episode 40 - Friday, October 17, 2025

Release Date: 2025-10-17

Tate and Holly team up. Brady and Johnny touch base on Sophia. Steve and Kayla enjoy a day off together. Stephanie and Alex come up with a plan.

Episode 41 - Monday, October 20, 2025

Release Date: 2025-10-20

Sarah confronts EJ. Steve and Brady search for Sophia. Johnny and Chanel are left in the dark. Javi and Leo worry about Tesoro.

Episode 42 - Tuesday, October 21, 2025

Release Date: 2025-10-21

Gabi and Theo come to an understanding. Xander questions Philip. Sarah consults Marlena. EJ tries to butter up Belle. Abe and Paulina clash.

Episode 43 - Wednesday, October 22, 2025

Release Date: 2025-10-22

Cat encourages Mark. EJ and Chad reflect on family struggles. Stephanie and Alex plan ahead. Leo is caught by Rita. Jeremy connects with Thomas.

Episode 44 - Thursday, October 23, 2025

Release Date: 2025-10-23

Sarah gives the hard truth to Amy about Sophia. Brady and Tate commiserate. Rachel’s memory sparks concern for Marlena. Ari and Holly face consequences for the dorm fire.

Episode 45 - Friday, October 24, 2025

Release Date: 2025-10-24

Sarah forces the truth out of Xander. Johnny and Chanel confide their fears. Leo and Javi have a run-in with Amy. Stephanie and Alex navigate the past.

Episode 46 - Monday, October 27, 2025

Release Date: 2025-10-27

EJ gives Gwen an order. Leo shares his troubles with Chad. Sarah confronts Philip. Maggie clashes with Xander. Brady apologizes to Cat.

Episode 47 - Tuesday, October 28, 2025

Release Date: 2025-10-28

Marlena advises Xander. Brady takes Sarah on a field trip. EJ shares troubling news with Cat. Jennifer encourages Chad. Theo challenges JJ.

Episode 48 - Wednesday, October 29, 2025

Release Date: 2025-10-29

Abe meets his literacy mentee, Liam. Steve shares his discomfort with Kayla. Theo warns Paulina. JJ gives Jada good news. Stephanie demands answers from Jeremy.

Episode 49 - Thursday, October 30, 2025

Release Date: 2025-10-30

Jeremy manages to uplift Amy’s spirits. Stephanie shares a past incident with Alex. EJ asks Cat for a favor. Johnny bolsters Chanel.

Episode 50 - Friday, October 31, 2025

Release Date: 2025-10-31

Stephanie is unmasked. Alex warns Jeremy. Johnny and Chanel face discouraging news. Cat gives Leo some information. Marlena and Chad struggle with Rachel and Thomas.

Episode 51 - Monday, November 3, 2025

Release Date: 2025-11-03

Thomas and Rachel scheme. Alex blames Jeremy. Cat supports Aaron. Leo and Javi share a bittersweet moment. A joyful new beginning awaits Johnny and Chanel.

Episode 52 - Tuesday, November 4, 2025

Release Date: 2025-11-04

Tate and Holly come to an agreement. Aaron comforts Ari. Brady grounds Rachel. Xander and Sarah share a frosty encounter. Philip updates Kate.

Episode 53 - Wednesday, November 5, 2025

Release Date: 2025-11-05

It's adoption day for Tesoro. Paulina and Marlena remember the past and celebrate the future. EJ congratulates Johnny and Chanel. Gabi teases Ari. Leo and Javi find solace in each other.

Episode 54 - Thursday, November 6, 2025

Release Date: 2025-11-06

Stephanie and Alex make an interesting discovery. Roman cautions Paulina. Gabi comforts Javi. Gwen sympathizes with EJ. Theo alarms Abe.

Episode 55 - Friday, November 7, 2025

Release Date: 2025-11-07

Mark meets his new mentor. EJ has a testy exchange with Abe. Gwen gets an assignment. Thomas and Jennifer misread Chad’s attempt to comfort Cat.

Episode 56 - Monday, November 10, 2025

Release Date: 2025-11-10

Tate and Holly’s project sends the Hortons down memory lane. Jeremy presses Marie and Julie to reveal family secrets. Jennifer unloads her worries to Kayla. Chad and Mike bond.

Episode 57 - Tuesday, November 11, 2025

Release Date: 2025-11-11

Sami makes a surprise return to Salem. Philip confides in Lucas. Jennifer threatens Chad. EJ comforts Cat. Maggie and Julie reminisce.

Episode 58 - Wednesday, November 12, 2025

Release Date: 2025-11-12

Sami throws a shower for Johnny, Chanel, and Trey. Abe confides in Lani. Rafe learns troubling news. The day is too much for Marlena.

Episode 59 - Thursday, November 13, 2025

Release Date: 2025-11-13

Salem gathers for the long-awaited gala celebrating the new Dr. Tom Horton Free Clinic. A confidential task keeps Gwen on edge. Sami has a run-in with EJ. Will shares a tender moment with Marlena. Cat and Leo work at cross purposes.

Episode 60 - Friday, November 14, 2025

Release Date: 2025-11-14

The gala continues as guests reflect on moments from the hospital's history and their lives. Maggie gives Sarah news about Xander. Jack reassures Jennifer. Eli questions EJ.

Episode 61 - Monday, November 17, 2025

Release Date: 2025-11-17

Sarah makes a breakthrough. Eric and Belle have words with EJ. Brady reassures Rachel. Javi accuses Gabi.

Episode 62 - Tuesday, November 18, 2025

Release Date: 2025-11-18

Chad vents to Gabi. EJ, Rafe, and Lucas discuss their mutual ex. Xander and Brady question each other. Theo and Jada go on a date.

Episode 63 - Wednesday, November 19, 2025

Release Date: 2025-11-19

Johnny and Chanel struggle with the baby. EJ tries to reach Johnny. Cat fends off a robbery. Leo "helps" Chad move on. Shawn supports Belle.

Episode 64 - Thursday, November 20, 2025

Release Date: 2025-11-20

Xander thanks Brady. Rachel sets her sights on Sarah. Rafe and Cat hit a wall. Justin warns Jennifer. Jeremy advises Chad.

Episode 65 - Friday, November 21, 2025

Release Date: 2025-11-21

Rachel confronts Brady and Sarah. Kayla is suspicious of EJ. Rolf and Mark work on a mysterious experiment. Gabi and Ari bond. Aaron tries to get through to Sophia.

Episode 66 - Monday, November 24, 2025

Release Date: 2025-11-24

Marlena confronts EJ. Kayla shares news with Belle. Sarah’s life is put in danger. Brady demands answers from Rachel. Gwen corners Leo.

Episode 67 - Tuesday, November 25, 2025

Release Date: 2025-11-25

Holly nails an interview. Aaron has an awkward encounter with Chanel. Tate confides in Ari. Alex presses Stephanie. Brady reveals a hard truth to Belle.

Episode 68 - Wednesday, November 26, 2025

Release Date: 2025-11-26

Roman ropes Steve and Kayla into playing a trivia game. Gabi and Philip go on a date. Xander interrupts a close moment between Brady and Sarah. Jennifer is honest with Julie.

Episode 69 - Thursday, November 27, 2025

Release Date: 2025-11-27

Brady and Tate watch over Rachel. Belle surprises Marlena. Alex worries about Stephanie’s safety. The Bradys count their blessings at a Pub Thanksgiving celebration.

Episode 70 - Friday, November 28, 2025

Release Date: 2025-11-28

The Hortons are missing a Thanksgiving guest. Philip joins the Hernandez family for dinner. Leo expresses his love for Javi with a special dessert. The DiMera crypt hosts a surprising reunion.

Episode 71 - Monday, December 1, 2025

Release Date: 2025-12-01

Sarah shocks Maggie. Gwen takes pity on Xander. EJ and Theo team up. Abe, Paulina, Johnny, and Chanel's Thanksgiving meal is delayed.

Episode 72 - Tuesday, December 2, 2025

Release Date: 2025-12-02

Leo and Javi have a scratchy encounter with Gwen. Cat asks EJ for help. Kayla confirms Marlena's diagnoses. Belle asks Paulina for support. Brady struggles to get through to Rachel.

Episode 73 - Wednesday, December 3, 2025

Release Date: 2025-12-03

Marlena confides in Leo. Kate and Maggie talk Titan business. Tate makes a promise to Brady. Holly frets to Ari. Sophia shocks Rachel.

Episode 74 - Thursday, December 4, 2025

Release Date: 2025-12-04

Cat triggers EJ's memory. Steve comes between Alex and Stephanie. Chanel debates with Johnny. Holly cheers up Tate. Rachel and Sophia bond.

Episode 75 - Friday, December 5, 2025

Release Date: 2025-12-05

EJ becomes fixated on his past. Jack advises Thomas. Gabi warns Theo. Cat offers Jennifer a deal. Kristen and Tony update Chad.

Episode 76 - Monday, December 8, 2025

Release Date: 2025-12-08

Jada's date night with Theo is interrupted. Gabi and Philip grow concerned. Cat questions EJ. Paulina comforts Abe. Chad, Kristen, and Tony debate escape options.

Episode 77 - Tuesday, December 9, 2024

Release Date: 2025-12-09

Susan catches EJ and Cat in a compromising position. Javi overhears Rafe. Gwen rejects Leo's suggestion. The DiMera captives make a bone chilling discovery.

Episode 78 - Wednesday, December 10, 2025

Release Date: 2025-12-10

Alex surprises Stephanie. Paulina tries to reassure a worried Chanel. Tate fills Holly in on his dilemma. Brady and Sarah commiserate. Rachel is influenced by Sophia.

Episode 79 - Thursday, December 11, 2025

Release Date: 2025-12-11

Xander opens up to Marlena. Sparks fly between Brady and Sarah. Extra precautions don't sit well with Johnny and Chanel. Gabi defends herself to Javi. Rafe and Jada search for answers.

Episode 80 - Friday, December 12, 2025

Release Date: 2025-12-12

Stephanie and Alex talk about their future. Maggie upsets Jeremy. Gwen protests when EJ decides to go after Leo. Rafe warns Cat. Chad expresses his fears to Theo.