UPDATE 2/4/26: The Free The Youth x Air Jordan 16s are expected to release July 17th, 2026. Stay tuned for first looks to be revealed soon.
Original Story 9/26/25:
Jordan Brand is teaming up with Ghana’s Free The Youth for a bold new take on the Air Jordan 16 set to release in Summer 2026.
This is the label’s first official sneaker collaboration. After joining Jordan’s 40th Anniversary campaign in 2025, the creative collective now puts its stamp on one of the brand’s lesser-used silhouettes.
The upper arrives wrapped in a grey-white shroud, made from tumbled leather. Remove it, and the energy shifts—bright orange mesh panels and oversized “FTY” branding dominate the base. Black trim carves out structure, while pops of neon green hit the heel tabs and pull loop.
The design flips between subtle and loud depending on how it’s worn. That tension feels intentional—reflecting the group’s mission of empowering youth through culture, style, and duality.
This is also the first Jordan 16 to hit shelves since 2020. For longtime fans of the model, that alone makes this release one to watch.
Free The Youth Jordan 16 Release Date
The Free The Youth x Air Jordan 16 will release July 17, 2026 through Jordan Brand retailers and Nike.com. The retail price tag is set at $250 USD.
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Color: Metallic Silver/Picante Red-Total Orange
Style Code: IV7638-001
Release Date: July 17, 2026
Price: $250
Source: Sneaker Files / zsneakerheadz
