Linux Mint release dates and downloads
Linux Mint is a beginner-friendly desktop distribution built on Ubuntu's long-term support releases. It comes in Cinnamon, MATE and Xfce editions, and there is also LMDE, an edition based directly on Debian.
Linux Mint editions and flavors
Every download goes to the official site.
Upcoming Linux Mint releases
Soonest first.
- Linux Mint 27 Linux Mint · Expected in 47 days 50%chance
Linux Mint release timeline
Filled dots are out. The blue dot is today.
All Linux Mint versions
Changing: previously twice a year, now about once a year (reported).
| Version | Released | Gap | Support | Get it |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Linux Mint 27 Adrien | 20 Dec 26-31 Jan 27 | Not out yet | ||
| Linux Mint 22.3 LTS Zena | Jan 11, 2026 | 4.2 mo | Until Apr 2029 | Notes |
| Linux Mint 22.2 LTS Zara | Sep 4, 2025 | 7.6 mo | Until Apr 2029 | Notes |
| Linux Mint 22.1 LTS Xia | Jan 16, 2025 | 5.7 mo | Until Apr 2029 | Notes |
| Linux Mint 22 LTS Wilma | Jul 25, 2024 | 6.4 mo | Until Apr 2029 | Notes |
| Linux Mint 21.3 LTS Virginia | Jan 12, 2024 | 5.9 mo | Until Apr 2027 | Notes |
| Linux Mint 21.2 LTS Victoria | Jul 16, 2023 | 6.8 mo | Until Apr 2027 | Notes |
| Linux Mint 21.1 LTS Vera | Dec 20, 2022 | 4.7 mo | Until Apr 2027 | Notes |
| Linux Mint 21 LTS Vanessa | Jul 31, 2022 | 6.7 mo | Until Apr 2027 | Notes |
| Linux Mint 20.3 LTS Una | Jan 7, 2022 | 6.0 mo | Ended Apr 2025 | Notes |
| Linux Mint 20.2 LTS Uma | Jul 8, 2021 | 5.9 mo | Ended Apr 2025 | Notes |
| Linux Mint 20.1 LTS Ulyssa | Jan 8, 2021 | 6.4 mo | Ended Apr 2025 | Notes |
Linux Mint questions
What is the latest version of Linux Mint?
Linux Mint 22.3 "Zena", released on Jan 11, 2026. It is supported until April 2029.
When is the next Linux Mint release?
Linux Mint 27 "Adrien": Expected Dec 20, 2026 to Jan 31, 2027. This is our forecast; the project has not announced a date.
How often does Linux Mint release a new version?
Changing: previously twice a year, now about once a year (reported). The average gap over recent releases was about 6.1 months.
Which Linux Mint edition should I choose?
Cinnamon is the main and most popular edition. Xfce is lighter and suits older computers. MATE is a classic, steady desktop.
What is LMDE?
Linux Mint Debian Edition: the same Cinnamon desktop built directly on Debian instead of Ubuntu.
Where do the download links go?
Every download link goes to Linux Mint's own site (linuxmint.com). We never host or repackage files.