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The Valley: Season 3

16 episodes Premiered Apr 1, 2026
Previously on The Valley

Season 3 Lore Primer

Key plot threads, lore context, and character stakes you need to remember before diving into this season.

  • Directly follows the overarching narrative developments of The Valley Season 2.
  • Faction dynamics and core character alliances shift under escalating external stakes.
  • Crucial mysteries introduced previously reach key turning points and narrative reckonings.
  • Sets up serialized story arcs that build directly toward the climactic season finale.
Season 3 Episodes

Episode Guide

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Season 3: Filler vs. Essential Canon

Filter episodes by narrative weight. Focus on essential mytharc and skip standalone side quests.

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Mytharc (4): Crucial lore & season climaxes
Core (12): Character development & subplots
Side Quest (0): Standalone / filler
S3·E1 Mytharc

You Can't Sip With Us

Apr 1, 2026

Danny and Nia juggle four under four, while Kristen and Luke don't see eye-to-eye as they transition to first-time parenthood; Brittany tries to get her sparkle back in a new relat

S3·E2 Core

Snip Snip

Apr 8, 2026

Lala invites most of the group to celebrate her daughter Sosa's first birthday, leaving some feeling excluded; Janet tries to make amends with a few members of the group; Tom and M

S3·E3 Core

The Santa Clarita Trail

Apr 15, 2026

Brittany takes the first step toward regaining her self-confidence with a mommy makeover consultation; Jasmine's growing friendship with Lala is tested on a girls' night out, leavi

S3·E4 Core

Mariposa Momma

Apr 22, 2026

Danny and Nia continue to struggle with their newborn daughter refusing a bottle; as Kristen grapples with postpartum blues, her relationship with Luke is tested when their first d

S3·E5 Core

The Hive Mentality

Apr 29, 2026

Janet's game night olive branch yields mixed results; Jesse gives Lacy a divorce update in hopes of taking things to the next level; Kristen and Luke continue to struggle with thei

S3·E6 Core

All Aboard!

May 6, 2026

Tom introduces his crush, Kiana, to his friends. The group takes a train to San Diego and Janet tries to build a stronger friendship with Zack. Danny starts to lose his patience wi

S3·E7 Core

Triggers and Tiaras

May 13, 2026

The San Diego trip continues with Lacy’s arrival, which causes chaos, particularly with Michelle. Kristen struggles to quell her postpartum frustration towards Luke. The group hold

S3·E8 Core

Miss Behavior

May 20, 2026

Nia struggles to deal with Danny’s antics during a drag pageant. Jason suffers a traumatic injury. Lala questions why Kristen blindly takes up for the Bookos.

S3·E9 Core

'Til Debt Do Us Part

May 27, 2026

Kristen and Luke work to reconnect; Michelle opens up to Lala about the financial strain of her impending divorce and emotions run high when she surprises Jesse with divorce papers

S3·E10 Core

Red Flags and White Claws

Jun 3, 2026

Zack's roommate moves out, leaving an empty apartment for him and Benji to see what living together could be like. While Brittany recovers from her mommy makeover at home, red flag

S3·E11 Core

Friendships Shaken, Not Stirred

Jun 10, 2026

Zack invites everyone on a getaway to Mexico; Brittany drops shocking news about Brandon; Tom hosts a Bond-themed party where relationships are tested when Lala confronts Nia, Jane

S3·E12 Mytharc

Schwartzapalooza

Jun 17, 2026

Zack breaks down about his future with Benji. Benji pokes a hole in Danny’s story. Brittany calls out Kristen for protecting Nia’s feelings over hers. On a group trip to Mexico, Kr

S3·E13 Core

Liked and Loaded

Jun 24, 2026

Schwartz’s birthday party erupts into chaos after Lala calls out Danny’s social media behavior. Zack’s temper flares over the group’s treatment of Danny. Luke and Kristen continue

S3·E14 Core

Hips Don't Lie

Jul 1, 2026

Kristen is accused of throwing her best friends under the bus. Tension builds between Danny and Nia while out with the group for Zack’s birthday. Michelle struggles watching Jesse

S3·E15 Mytharc

It's My Birthday & I'll Cry If I Want To

Jul 8, 2026

Michelle and Lacy get emotional as they attempt to move forward; Jesse reveals a secret to Kristen about her future with Luke; Janet opens up to Lala about her past; tensions hit a

S3·E16 Mytharc

Balls Voyage

Jul 15, 2026

Lala celebrates her 7-year sober anniversary while also dealing with the passing of her dog, Lily. Kristen and Luke struggle with the aftermath of Mexico and what's next for their