October 2026 is stacked. A Royal Air Jordan 1 High OG, J Balvin's Air Jordan 4, the Halloween 5, a Kobe 10 Protro and a run of Nike collabs all land this month. Here's every sneaker release worth knowing about, with dates and style codes, plus where to shop similar pairs in New Zealand right now.
Dates below are US launch dates from brand and retailer calendars. Release dates shift often, so we'll update this page as things change.
Air Jordan releases, October 2026
| Date | Sneaker | Style code |
|---|---|---|
| 1 Oct | Air Jordan 1 Low "Howard" | IX8478-410 |
| 2 Oct | J Balvin x Air Jordan 4 | IW2872-700 |
| 2 Oct | Air Jordan 6 Low | 768878-001 |
| 3 Oct | Air Jordan 3 "Fireside" (Women's) | CK9246-200 |
| 3 Oct | Air Jordan 16 "Black Pack" | IZ2586-001 |
| 8 Oct | SoleFly x Air Jordan 5 | IU0734-001 |
| 10 Oct | Air Jordan 1 Retro High OG "Royal" | IQ5495-005 |
| Mid–late Oct | Air Jordan 5 "Halloween" | TBC |
Air Jordan 1 Retro High OG "Royal" – 10 October
The Royal colourway is one of the original 1985 Air Jordan 1 looks, and every return gets snapped up fast. If you want a high-top Jordan 1 in your rotation, this is the one to watch. Can't wait? Browse our Jordan 1 High collection, including the Jordan 1 High OG "Storm Blue" (2016) for a similar blue-and-black look.
J Balvin x Air Jordan 4 – 2 October
J Balvin's colourful Jordan collabs have become a collector favourite, and this Air Jordan 4 follows his Jordan 1 and Jordan 3 pairs. We stock the Jordan 3 x J Balvin "Rio", and you can shop every Jordan 4 we have in our Jordan 4 collection.
Air Jordan 5 "Halloween"
A seasonal Jordan 5 built for spooky season. Calendars differ on the exact day (17 or 24 October), so check back closer to launch. For Jordan 5s you can buy today, see the Jordan 5 collection, including the Jordan 5 Retro "Wolf Grey" (2026) and the Jordan 5 "Black Carolina UNC" (2026).
Air Jordan 3 "Fireside" – 3 October
A women's Air Jordan 3 in velvet brown, pearl white and gum: a warm autumn palette on a classic shape. More Jordan 3s live in our Jordan 3 collection.
Nike releases, October 2026
| Date | Sneaker | Style code |
|---|---|---|
| 1 Oct | Nike Kobe Air Force 1 Low (Black/White-Purple Stardust) | IB0018-007 |
| 5 Oct | Nike Kobe 10 Low Protro "5AM Flight" | IQ5339-400 |
| 6 Oct | Nike Air Max Goadome Low "Black Croc" / "Navy Croc" | IV4517-001 / -400 |
| 7 Oct | Nike Air Force 1 '01 "Subway Rat" | IV6999-001 |
| 16 Oct | Nike Air Foamposite Pro PRM "Glow in the Dark" | IV6246-100 |
| 23 Oct | Nike Air Force 1 Low "NYC Rat" | IV4884-200 |
Nike Kobe 10 Low Protro "5AM Flight" – 5 October
The "5AM Flight" name nods to Kobe's famous early-morning training sessions, and Kobe Protros keep selling out on release. We carry one of New Zealand's biggest Kobe ranges, from the Kobe 6 Protro ASG "Hollywood 3D" (2026) to the Kobe 3 Protro "Christmas". Shop them all in our Nike Kobe collection.
Nike Air Force 1 "Rat" pair – 7 and 23 October
Two New York-themed Air Force 1s land this month: the AF1 '01 "Subway Rat" and the AF1 Low "NYC Rat". For more Air Force 1s, see our Air Force 1 collection.
adidas and New Balance collabs
| Date | Sneaker | Style code |
|---|---|---|
| 9 Oct | Aminé x New Balance 992 "Outdoor School" | U992NE |
| 17 Oct | Bad Bunny x adidas Gazelle Indoor "Solar Gold" | KI2592 |
Shop what's in stock now in our New Balance and adidas collections.
How to buy October releases in New Zealand
Most of these pairs launch through Nike SNKRS draws and a handful of stores, and NZ allocations are small. If you miss out, Im Your Wardrobe sells authentic, inspected sneakers with tracked delivery across New Zealand, free shipping over $350, and Afterpay so you can pay in four. New pairs go up in New In all the time, and the most-wanted pairs sit in Trending.
October 2026 sneaker release FAQ
When does the Air Jordan 1 High OG "Royal" release?
The Air Jordan 1 Retro High OG "Royal" (IQ5495-005) is scheduled for 10 October 2026.
What is the J Balvin Air Jordan 4 style code?
The J Balvin x Air Jordan 4 uses style code IW2872-700 and is scheduled for 2 October 2026.
When is the Kobe 10 "5AM Flight" release date?
The Nike Kobe 10 Low Protro "5AM Flight" (IQ5339-400) is scheduled for 5 October 2026.
Can I buy these sneakers in NZ?
Yes. Some pairs launch through Nike NZ and local stores. For sold-out pairs, shop authenticated stock at Im Your Wardrobe with NZ-wide tracked delivery.
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