Django 6.1 Beta 1 Released
Django 6.1 beta 1 is now available, offering new features and usability improvements ahead of the final release. This beta version allows users to test upcoming changes and report bugs before the scheduled August 5 final release. It is intended for testing and not production use, with bug fixes focusing on regressions and new feature issues.
- →Django 6.1 Beta 1 now available
- →Focus on bug fixes and regressions
- →Release schedule and community testing
- →Not for production use
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- Django 6.1 Beta 1 now available
The first beta release for Django 6.1 is available, marking the second stage of the 6.1 release cycle. This beta allows users to try out upcoming changes and help identify bugs.
- Focus on bug fixes and regressions
Between now and the final 6.1 release, only bugs in new features and regressions from earlier Django versions will be addressed. Translations will be updated after a string freeze near the release candidate stage.
- Release schedule and community testing
The release candidate is expected in about a month, with the final release scheduled for August 5. Early and frequent community testing is encouraged to minimize bugs, with updates available on the Django forum.
- Not for production use
This beta release is not intended for production environments. Users interested in testing new features or reporting bugs can download the beta package from the downloads page or PyPI.
https://www.djangoproject.com/weblog/2026/jun/24/django-61-beta-1-released/