It feels like the hot summer is finally over and the cozy season is almost here. That means it’s time to snuggle up with blankets and watch your favorite TV shows.

Strictly 2026 is back on Saturday, September 19. Three new hosts – Emma Willis, dancer Johannes Radebe, and comedian Josh Widdicombe – will guide the contestants. Famous people like Olympic gold medalist Tabby Stoecker, hair stylist Chris Appleton, and actress Lacey Turner will dance for the Glitterball Trophy until Christmas.

The Great British Bake Off 2026 is also returning. New bakers, including a children’s doctor, a law student, and a hairdresser, will show how to make tasty treats. Judges Prue Leith, Nigella Lawson, and Paul Hollywood will taste the cakes. The show will teach you how heat changes dough and how sugar caramelises.

Season three of Percy Jackson and the Olympians will be released on November 20 on Disney+. It is the first time the third book, The Titan’s Curse, is on screen. The story follows the hero Percy as he meets Greek gods and battles monsters. It shows how teamwork and bravery can solve problems.

Harry Potter fans have a Christmas treat. HBO’s new TV show will adapt the first book, Harry Potter and the Philosopher’s Stone, and will premiere on Christmas Day. Thousands of children auditioned for the lead roles, showing how many people love this magical world.

Blue Planet III will also return by the end of the year. Sir David Attenborough will narrate the adventures of sea creatures. The show will explore how animals adapt to life underwater and how they survive in changing oceans.

Did you know? A dancer’s muscles use about 30% more oxygen than a runner’s during a dance routine. Baking is a science experiment – the right amount of baking powder makes cakes rise. Greek myths explain how ancient people understood the world around them. The ocean’s coral reefs are home to more than 25,000 species.

What questions might you have? Why do dancers need to practice so much? How does sugar turn into a golden crust? What happens when a hero faces a monster? Why do sea animals change their colors?

These shows can help you learn new skills. Watching Strictly can inspire you to try dancing. The Bake Off shows how to follow a recipe and be creative. Percy Jackson teaches you about history and mythology. Harry Potter encourages imagination and teamwork. Blue Planet shows the importance of protecting our planet.

In short, the cozy season brings shows that are fun and educational. They let you explore dance, cooking, adventure, magic and nature from the comfort of your living room. Keep an eye on the TV schedule and enjoy learning while you watch!