Guinness World Records 2026

This year, Guinness World Records paints the world yellow to bring you an endless source of inspiration.

Guinness World Records 2026 opens the ultimate window on record-breaking: our experts have compiled the most remarkable records from around the world to take you on a journey through the best, biggest and brightest records in the world.

From high-end hotels to deserted ghost towns and talented pets, this page-turner will have you screaming “wait, what!?” from cover to cover.

Filled with awe-inspiring photography
Online bonus content and activities
Exclusive record holders' interviews
Brand new records, in the iconic best-seller you know and love
What’s inside?

Discover the FANTASTIC FEATS: Find your inner talent with crazy collections, super strength and even pickleball
Celebrate 8 NEW ICONS: from Dolly Parton to Katie Ledecky and double-amputee triathlete Billy Monger, these record-breaking superheroes will fuel up your inspiration.
SCIENCE SUPERLATIVES: From futuristic cities to space robots, dive into the cutting-edge discoveries that will blow your mind
Meet EXTRAORDINARY HUMANS: Celebrate all the fascinating forms human greatness takes with iconic GWR titles
Step into the KIDS ZONE: Uncover the latest Under-16 records and meet the Young Achievers, proving that the next generation is already crushing it.
Marvel at the SPORTS STARS WHO SCORED BIG – from football GOAT Lionel Messi to WNBA star Caitlin Clark, who made headlines this year?
Perfect for...

Christmas gifting: surprise your loved ones with a beloved Christmas best-seller for kids and grown-ups
Readers of all ages who are hungry for a new challenge (and can’t wait to ace quiz nights with brag-worthy facts)
Families who love to learn together while having fun
Anyone with a curious mind
Have you ever wondered, “Could I break a world record?”

Spoiler: you can!

Record-breaking is for everyone, everywhere, and nothing beats taking part in a new challenge… But, sometimes, all we need is the right push to get started.

Open the next chapter of record-breaking with Guinness World Records 2026.

Flick through the colourful pages, be inspired, and get in the mood for a record-breaking adventure.

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