Bringing Up Bates (2015–present)

1. S01E01Meet the BatesJanuary 1, 2015—The Bates' first grandchild causes much excitement for everyone and prompts the girls to plan a baby shower in the series premiere of this r
2. S01E02Courtship & MarriageJanuary 8, 2015—Erin has sleepover with her siblings so that she doesn't feel so lonely in her house where just she and her husband live; Zach and Whitney p
3. S01E03Bates Go WildJanuary 15, 2015—The whole Bates clan packs up and heads to the great outdoors! If you think packing for your family is hard... try packing for 21!
4. S01E04Training up BatesJanuary 22, 2015—Disciplining kids is never easy, but by now, Gil and Kelly have it down to a science with a method they call “Train Up.” Plus Chad and Erin
5. S01E05Nashville SonJanuary 29, 2015—Gil, Kelly and the younger kids plant a fall garden. With so many opinions to juggle, deciding on its location, let alone what to plant, is
6. S01E06Organized ChaosFebruary 6, 2015—How does a family of 21 find enough clothes to last through the winter? Get ready for the Bates seasonal clothing switchover, where nothing
7. S01E07Welcome Grandbaby BatesFebruary 12, 2015—Zach and Whitney's baby is due in less than 2 weeks, but the nursery is nowhere near ready! Lucky for them, there are plenty of Bates to len
8. S01E08The Purity RingFebruary 19, 2015—Carlin gets a night out alone with her parents and they have a special surprise for her. Later, the Bates family visits Zach and Whitney as
9. S01E09Brandon and MichaellaFebruary 16, 2015—Brandon comes for an extended stay. Could his visit could mean bigger things for Michaella and him?
10. S01E10A Big Bates ThanksgivingMarch 5, 2015—Get ready to give thanks... Bates style! The whole family heads to Gil's parents' farm for a super-sized family dinner. The family joins han
11. S01E11The Bates go to FloridaMarch 12, 2015—The family heads to Florida to visit John and Alyssa.
12. S01E12All About the BatesMarch 19, 2015—Find out everything you want to know (and then some!) about the Bates as they answer viewer questions and show some hilarious never-before-s
13. S01E13A Birthday to RememberMarch 26, 2015—Gil is turning 50 and the kids want to surprise him with a huge party! Kelly Jo whisks Gil away for a romantic overnight stay while the kids

Season 1 ranked & reviewed

1. S02E01All Together AgainJune 4, 2015—In the season 2 premiere, the family celebrates their special tradition, ‘I Love You Day,’ with surprise gifts (and surprise guests) for the
2. S02E02Future in Laws?June 11, 2015—Gil, Kelly Jo and Michael head to Chicago to see Brandon’s parents. Brandon corners Gil for a ‘heart to heart’ talk in the most unlikely of
3. S02E03High Risks, High HopesJune 18, 2015—Erin and Chad meet with Dr. Vick to discuss the risk of having a stillbirth and the precautions they must take for the rest of her pregnancy
4. S02E04Movin' in with MeemaJune 25, 2015—Gil and Kelly Jo take Trace and Josie to the orthodontist to get braces, and Gil reveals how he can afford orthodontia for so many kids. Lat
5. S02E05Blessings... and New Beginnings?July 2, 2015—With Erin and Chad’s due date looming, the whole family gathers for their baby shower. Erin’s friend Kelsey comes for the occasion and helps
6. S02E06Brandon Pops the QuestionJuly 9, 2015—The Bates celebrate two joyous occasions in a special episode! First, Gil and Kelly Jo fly to Florida to see Alyssa and John and welcome the
7. S02E07Doctor's OrdersJuly 16, 2015—Erin has been experiencing early contractions, so she and Chad rush to their doctor, to find out what’s wrong. Meanwhile, Michael and Brando
8. S02E08Life LessonsJuly 23, 2015—The family takes us inside the rewards and challenges of homeschooling so many kids, each with a different learning style. Kelly talks candi
9. S02E09The Wedding To-Do ListJuly 30, 2015—Michael and Brandon meet with a wedding planner to go over all the details of their upcoming nuptials. Meanwhile, Chad comes up with a cleve
10. S02E10Erin's Little MiracleAugust 6, 2015—Erin and Chad have their final appointment with Dr. Vick and anxiously await the arrival of their baby. Since the delivery is a high-risk pr
11. S02E11Boating with the BatesAugust 13, 2015—It’s time for the annual family lake trip! The kids waste no time jumping into the lake, swimming, boating and skiing! But what starts out a
12. S02E12The Quest for the DressAugust 20, 2015—Michael takes Kelly Jo and her sisters into town to look for a wedding dress. But after hours and hours of searching, she gives up. None of
13. S02E13Addee & Ellie's Pool Party!August 27, 2015—When you have 19 kids, it’s hard to spend one-on-one time with any of them. But it’s not impossible. Kelly makes a point to spend the day wi
14. S02E14Hello DollywoodSeptember 4, 2015—
15. S02E15Best Bates MemoriesDecember 31, 2015—In this one hour special we meet the lucky winner of the ‘Be the 20th Bates’ contest and highlight their day with the Bates family! We’ll al

Season 2 ranked & reviewed

1. S03E01Welcome Back BatesJanuary 7, 2016—The past year has been one of enormous change and growth for the Bates. In the Season 3 premiere, the Bates clan rallies together to help Mi
2. S03E02Sweet Tea & Sit UpsJanuary 14, 2016—With Michaella's wedding quickly approaching, Kelly Jo and Gil wager to see who can get in shape to look their best for the big day. While K
3. S03E0315 Kids and an Empty NestJanuary 21, 2016—With the big wedding just days away the family is busier than ever. Gil and Kelly take the kids to the park for some rollerblading and playg
4. S03E04Headed to the AltarJanuary 28, 2016—The wedding of Brandon and Michaella is just days away; a look back at Brandon and Michaella's relationship and courtship, from their first
5. S03E05Wedding Bliss and a First KissFebruary 4, 2016—The day that Michaella has been waiting for is here! But after months of planning it’s a bittersweet moment for the Bates family, who realiz
6. S03E06Fly Fishin' Zip Linin' HoneymoonFebruary 11, 2016—Michaella and Brandon travel to Montana for a romantic honeymoon exploring the great outdoors; Gil treats his youngest daughters to a dinner
7. S03E07Training Wheels and Trick SaddlesFebruary 18, 2016—Judson turns five and gets a brand new bike for his birthday; Erin heads to Nashville to record a Christmas album; Lawson, Nathan, and Trace
8. S03E08Windy City Newly WedsFebruary 25, 2016—Kelly Jo and the kids travel to Chicago to visit newlyweds Michaella and Brandon and help them get settled in their new apartment, and see t
9. S03E09Beaches, Boats and BatesMarch 3, 2016—It’s chaos at the Bates’ home as the gang packs up and heads to Florida for some fun in the sun. The family hits the beach to play, build sa
10. S03E10Back Seat BatesMarch 10, 2016—Inspired by Zach, the Bates decide to go through police training of their own with some help from the local Sheriff's department. Later, Law
11. S03E11Time to Renobate!March 17, 2016—With the three eldest sisters out of the house, the remaining girls decide it’s time to redecorate their bedroom. And Zach and Whitney are d
12. S03E12Bringing Up BradleyMarch 24, 2016—Time is flying and the Bates’ first grandbaby, Bradley, is turning one! Kelly Jo and the girls look for gifts, but their outing goes overboa
13. S03E13Love is in the HeirMarch 31, 2016—Whitney and Zach have their first ultrasound; Gil and Kelly celebrate their wedding anniversary with a romantic dinner; Nathan calls a famil
14. S03E14The Big Apple of Nathan's EyeApril 7, 2016—A few of the Bates head to visit their friends, Ashley and Anastasia at the Big Apple; exploring Time Square and the Brooklyn Bridge.
15. S03E15Mother's DayMay 5, 2016—When you have 19 Kids, Mother’s Day certainly takes on new meaning! This special highlights all the most motherly moments throughout the ser
16. S03E16From the Couch: Back Seat BatesMay 12, 2016—The Bates are back to lend their colorful commentary to yet another memorable episode! Watch as they give real-time commentary and even let
17. S03E17From the Couch: Organized ChaosMay 18, 2016—The Bates are back to lend their colorful commentary to yet another memorable episode!
18. S03E18Summer FunMay 26, 2016—Just in time to kick off the summer, we’re re-living all the best Bates moments from summer! From playing kick-ball to lake trips to riding

Season 3 ranked & reviewed

1. S04E01Big Family, Big ChangesJune 2, 2016—It’s a season of change for the Bates family with new loves, new careers, and a new grandbaby on the way! But when Gil undergoes a serious
2. S04E02Bates Boys Birthday BashJune 9, 2016—It’s Trace and Jeb’s birthday and there’s only one rule: no girls allowed! The brothers, who share a birthday and a special bond, plan a par
3. S04E03A LOVEly DayJune 16, 2016—The whole family arrives at the Bates house to celebrate their favorite holiday, ‘I Love You Day’ AND there’s someone new at the table – Tor
4. S04E04Sunshine State BatesJune 23, 2016—While Alyssa, John, and Allie Jane may live far from the rest of the family, they’re never far from their hearts! We check in with the Webs
5. S04E05Tough Decisions and Large AmbitionsJune 30, 2016—Change is afoot for all the Bates boys. Lawson travels to Nashville and makes exciting new plans for his music career, but when he shares hi
6. S04E06The Big ChiliJuly 7, 2016—It’s time to get cookin’! The Bates family is reunited once again to perform at an event very dear to their hearts, the annual Volunteer Fi
7. S04E07The Great Bates Clean-UpJuly 14, 2016—It’s that time of the year again and the Bates are ready to clean house! With a big family, Spring cleaning is no easy feat. Kelly Jo lead
8. S04E08Bates Say the Darndest ThingsJuly 21, 2016—Taking a look back and highlighting the funniest and wackiest things the Bates kids have said and done.
9. S04E09Birthdays and BoyfriendsJuly 28, 2016—The Bates are back in Florida and are ready to party! It’s the Bates girls’ turn this time to celebrate as Allie Jane and Carlin share a bi
10. S04E10Who’s In Charge?August 4, 2016—The Bates kids are in charge while Kelly Jo and Gil take a much needed couples vacation to Niagara Falls. But when some of the kids get sick
11. S04E11Bates Make the GradeAugust 11, 2016—It’s time to flip the tassel as Trace and Carlin get ready to receive their high school diplomas! But as the family prepares for the big bas
12. S04E12The 20th BatesAugust 18, 2016—Ever wonder what it would be like to be part of the Bates family? Join the 20th Bates contest winner as they meet the family and embark on a
13. S04E13Growing PaineAugust 25, 2016—Grandbaby Carson is turning 1 and the Bates are ready to celebrate! It’s Erin’s first time hosting the whole family at her house so she enli
14. S04E14Bates Dish it OutSeptember 1, 2016—The family heads to an all you can eat buffet; Lawson works on his new album with inspiration from Emily Ann Roberts.
15. S04E15From the Couch: The Bates Go To FloridaDecember 31, 2015—The Bates reflect back on the monster truck ride through the swamp on a Florida adventure.
16. S04E16You Can’t Spell Paintball without PAINSeptember 15, 2016—Jackson is turning 14 and it’s time to complete a Bates boy rite of passage - helping out on a tree job. Is he ready for this big step? Mean
17. S04E17Three Pointers and PuppiesSeptember 22, 2016—The Bates boys are going to basketball camp. How will these homeschoolers do when they enter into organized sports for the first time? And i
18. S04E18Meet Kaci Lynn Bates!September 29, 2016—Zach, Whitney, and the whole Bates family get ready to meet their newest addition, Kaci Lynn! But when Whitney has an ultrasound days before
19. S04E19SUPERSIZED: Extra PaineOctober 6, 2016—In this all-new SUPERSIZED episode, watch as Erin hosts Carson’s first birthday and two of the Bates girls receive a driving lesson!
20. S04E20Muddy BuddiesOctober 13, 2016—It’s time to get dirty! The family goes on a messy adventure when they pack up and go mudding on fourwheelers. Can the family’s resident dar
21. S04E21Nashville Nights & Country CampoutsOctober 20, 2016—Lawson is shining up his boots for a gig in Nashville! But even though his music career is growing, Lawson knows what pays the bills...his l
22. S04E22And Baby Makes Five?October 27, 2016—Erin and Chad are days away from meeting their little girl and are in full prep mode! Erin heads to Nashville to finish her lullaby album. B
23. S04E23SUPERSIZED: Extra Birthday BashNovember 3, 2016—In this all new SUPERSIZED episode, get more birthday fun with Jeb and Trace!
24. S04E24SUPERSIZED: Extra ChiliNovember 10, 2016—In this all new SUPERSIZED episode, get more from the Bates as they attend an event at the fire station that saved Addallee’s life when she
25. S04E25From The Couch: ThanksgivingNovember 17, 2016—Join the Bates family as they re-live some hilarious and touching moments from their Thanksgiving at Papa Bill and Mamma Jane’s house. It’s
26. S04E26SUPERSIZED: Extra Birthdays and More BoyfriendsDecember 30, 2016—In this all new SUPERSIZED episode, get more of the girls' birthday party and Tori's new boyfriend!
27. S04E27Year End SpecialDecember 30, 2016—In this special year end episode, each Bates will tell us what their favorite moment has been from the past 4 seasons!

Season 4 ranked & reviewed

1. S05E01Summer Lovin', Guitar Strummin and a Surprise a Comin'!January 9, 2017 10.0The Bates are back! It’s a season of new beginnings for the Bates family. The family travels to North Carolina to pick up Warden, Jackson, a
2. S05E02Plans, Bands And Mashed Potatoes!January 12, 2017—Lots of plans are being made in the Bates household! Kelly Jo is about to turn the big 5-0, so Erin calls a meeting with the siblings to pla
3. S05E03A Birthday and A BirdieJanuary 19, 2017—Not only is the Bates brood growing, but they're all maturing and reaching new milestones! As the family comes together to celebrate Katie's
4. S05E04Doggy DilemmasJanuary 26, 2017—Erin and Chad certainly have their hands full with a newborn baby, a toddler, and their new furry addition, Max. Realizing they're in need o
5. S05E05Surprise! Kelly Jo's Big 5-0!February 2, 2017—It's a milestone birthday for the Bates matriarch and the family wants to make sure it's a birthday Kelly Jo will never forget! After months
6. S05E06I 'Donut' Know What I'd Do Without You!February 9, 2017—Love is in the air! It's Tori and Bobby's ‘1 year' anniversary. To celebrate the occasion, Tori and the entire Bates family are headed to Fl
7. S05E07Shakeups, Steaks, and ShowtimeFebruary 16, 2017—After spending countless hours writing and recording his new album, Lawson’s hard work has finally paid off! He’s releasing a CD of original
8. S05E08Sweet Home SpartanburgFebruary 23, 2017—It’s a trip down memory lane as Kelly Jo takes the whole family back to her hometown, Spartanburg SC, to continue her milestone birthday cel
9. S05E09Fire Trucks and Diaper DumpsMarch 2, 2017—The Bates household faces an unexpected emergency when a house fire erupts in the laundry room. The family investigates who is responsible f
10. S05E10Loads of Laundry and Lots of LessonsMarch 9, 2017—Since a fire in the laundry room caused severe smoke damage inside the Bates house, how will the family handle their daily routine, since te
11. S05E11Bike Racks, Barbers & Big DuetsMarch 16, 2017—Lawson’s album release tour is in full swing and the next stop is Mount Airy, NC! Before his performance at the historic Earle Theater, Laws
12. S05E12Mass-A-Somethin'March 23, 2017—The Bates family is hitting the slopes! Since the kids have never skied before, Gil and Kelly Jo plan a snow filled trip to a resort in Mass
13. S05E13Working Up an AppetiteMarch 30, 2017—It’s another busy day at the Bates house! The family is in the home stretch when it comes to completing their Basketball court. It’s finally
14. S05E14The Cubs Land in ChicagoApril 6, 2017—It’s a Windy City adventure for the younger Bates boys when Michaella and Brandon jump at the chance to babysit Jackson, Warden, Isaiah, Jud
15. S05E15A New Baby Born and Love All AroundApril 13, 2017—Love is the air for Bates Family! Gil, Kelly Jo and the kids head to Florida to await the arrival of Alyssa and John’s second child, Lexi Ma

Season 5 ranked & reviewed

1. S06E01Summer of LoveMay 31, 2017 10.0It’s Wedding time – but who is walking down the aisle? Love is blooming for the Bates, with Carlin finding a “special friend” in Evan and To
2. S06E02Road Trip RomanceJune 8, 2017—Carlin and Katie hit the road to spend some quality time with Carlin’s Songwriting Suitor, Evan, and his family. Evan and the girls have som
3. S06E03Bobby's Movin' InJune 15, 2017—Bobby and Tori are making plans for the future! After he graduates from college, Bobby is hoping to move from Florida to Tennessee to be clo
4. S06E04Sibling RevelryJune 22, 2017—It’s Sister bonding time! Erin, Tori, Carlin, Whitney, Josie and Katie join together for a self defense class and engage in a little friendl
5. S06E05He Said, She ShedJune 29, 2017—Kelly Jo cashes in on her ‘I Love you Day’ gift from Gil and wants him to clean up the shed. Can Gil complete the project in a timely fashio
6. S06E06Newlywed EditionJuly 6, 2017—On this special ‘Newlywed’ Episode of ‘Bringing Up Bates,’ we’ll see how well the younger Bates couples know their partners! Can they guess
7. S06E07Don't Worry, We've 'Goat' This!July 13, 2017—Erin and Chad have expanded their family with twin pygmy goats, but having extra ‘kids’ means more household chores. So Gil and the younger
8. S06E08Stop, Drop and WashJuly 20, 2017—The Bates family will never forget their house fire, and so they organize a car-washing fundraiser to give back to the heroic volunteer fire
9. S06E09MORE Bloopers, Outtakes and Mishaps, Oh My!July 27, 2017—With 19 kids you never know what’s going to happen! And as we’ve seen, the Bates kids are chock-full of hilarious sayings and entertaining m
10. S06E10Lawson and Sadie's Big BreakupAugust 3, 2017—Now that Lawson’s wrapped up recording his country album, he’s taking the next step with his career and making a music video, co-starring ac
11. S06E11One Cap, Two Gowns?August 10, 2017—Now that Bobby’s graduated from college, it’s a time of celebration, love and new beginnings! Before his big graduation party, Tori and Josi
12. S06E12The Night The Lights Went Out in TennesseeAugust 17, 2017—Now that Nathan is a certified flight instructor, he’s moved back to Rocky Top, TN to teach flight lessons. Eager to put his new skills to w
13. S06E13The Fabulous Backwoods Bates BoysAugust 24, 2017—Since Zach’s moved out of the Bates house, he misses spending time with the middle boys, so he organizes a camping trip in hopes of having s
14. S06E14Here’s the ScoopAugust 31, 2017—Kelly Jo, Erin, Carson and Tori head to Chicago to visit Michaela and Brandon and take in a few sights. Will culture shock set in for “count
15. S06E15Courtship, Kiddos, and Future Son-In-Laws?September 7, 2017—A Bates Summer wouldn’t be complete without a family vacation! This year the family is headed to an adventure resort on the rim of West Virg
16. S06E16Uncharted WatersSeptember 14, 2017—It’s a family affair, as the Bates family, along with Tori’s Boyfriend Bobby and Carlin’s suitor Evan, continue their thrill seeking vacatio

Season 6 ranked & reviewed

1. S07E01The 4 C’s: Carat, Clarity, Carlin & CourtshipJanuary 4, 2018—Love is in the air for the Bates Girls! But which daughter is next in line to tie the knot? And will Gil be able to “let go” of his not so l
2. S07E02Decorating Dilemmas and Job DecisionsJanuary 11, 2018—Michaella and Brandon have moved out of their tiny one bedroom apartment and into a new rental house, so Kelly Jo and Erin pay the young cou
3. S07E03Bobby's Happy CamperJanuary 18, 2018—Bobby’s finally making the big move to Rocky Top so he can be closer to Tori. Before he touches down in TN, he stops by a Florida jewelry st
4. S07E04SUN Day, Fun Day!January 25, 2018—A Total Eclipse is headed directly over Rocky Top, TN! So before the big event, Brandon gives the Bates kids an interactive science lesson,
5. S07E05Erin’s Surprise Takes the Cake!February 1, 2018—It’s a sweet surprise, as Erin reveals to her husband Chad some very unexpected news. And later, Whitney balances motherhood, with her new c
6. S07E06The Best is Yet to ComeFebruary 8, 2018—It’s been love at first sight for Tori and Bobby, but ever since Bobby moved to TN, Tori has been eager for him to “pop the question!” While
7. S07E07Save the Date and Decisions to Make!March 1, 2018—Now that Tori and Bobby are officially engaged, they’re hoping they can move up their wedding date, but can they convince Gil and Kelly Jo t
8. S07E08Icing on the CakesMarch 8, 2018—Kelly Jo has assembled a wedding planning team for Tori and Bobby’s nuptials and now it’s time to scout the venue! While Tori desires a wint
9. S07E09Big Decision, Bigger OpinionsMarch 15, 2018—Before Kelly Jo and the girls head to Kentucky for Tori’s wedding dress fitting, the entire family, including Michaella and Alyssa, gather f
10. S07E10Fixin’ for New BeginningsMarch 22, 2018—The Bates and Paines are ready to renovate! Now that Chad’s started a new job as a Subcontractor, he’s been assigned to work on a “Fixer Upp
11. S07E11Can You Have a Wedding Shower Without the Bride & Groom?March 29, 2018—Before Tori “Ties the Knot” to Bobby, Gil takes her out for special father/daughter outing. Will Gil be able to hold back the tears, as they
12. S07E12Beach Blanket Bachelorette!April 5, 2018—Now that Tori has a ring on her finger, Kelly Jo and her sisters have planned a Bachelorette Beach getaway for the Bride to Be! After arrivi
13. S07E13Another Beautiful Season of BlessingsApril 12, 2018—The Bates head to South Carolina for their annual Thanksgiving tradition with Papa Bill and Mama Jane, and even Carlin and Josie’s boyfriend
14. S07E14Countdown to ‘I Do’April 19, 2018—The Countdown has begun! Before Tori and Bobby say, “I Do,” there’s a million things left to do! Tori has her final wedding dress fitting an
15. S07E15Tori’s Winter Wonderland WeddingApril 26, 2018—It’s a very “Marry” Christmas for the Bates as Tori and Bobby’s wedding day is here! The family hustles to take care of last minute “Winter
16. S07E16A Heavenly Honeymoon & A Courtship Countdown!June 7, 2018—After a picture-perfect wedding ceremony, Tori and Bobby head out for their Honeymoon. Upon arriving in California, the newlyweds take a rom
17. S07E17"Eye" Love You Day!June 14, 2018—Tori and Bobby’s wedding might be behind them, but Kelly Jo isn’t slowing down! She’s finally getting eye surgery to correct her vision. But
18. S07E18Seas the Day!June 21, 2018—Now that many of the older Bates girls have moved out of the house, it’s Carlin’s turn to take on new household responsibilities, including
19. S07E19Hit the Road Jack!June 28, 2018—To celebrate his “Sweet 16,” Jackson heads to the DMV to take his Driver’s Test. But will he walk out with a license in hand? Meanwhile, Eri
20. S07E20Lions, and Tigers, and Bates, Oh My!July 12, 2018—Now that Michaella and Brandon have more spacious digs, it’s Addee, Ellie and Callie’s turn to visit their big sis in Chicago! Michaella giv
21. S07E21Just a Little Off the Top, Please…July 19, 2018—Now that Josie’s graduated from cosmetology school, she’s landed a new job at a salon. But when Trace stops by for a trim, will his attentio
22. S07E22One Week, Three Babies?!July 26, 2018—It’s a busy week at the Bates’! Gil and Kelly Jo are gearing up to be on hand for the birth of Erin and Alyssa’s third child, while Lawson a
23. S07E23A Bundle of Joy and a Rodeo ShowAugust 2, 2018—The Baby delivery countdown is on! KJ heads to Florida to be by Alyssa’s side on her due date, but will Erin or Alyssa deliver first? Meanwh
24. S07E24Labor PainesAugust 9, 2018—Now that Alyssa’s given birth to her third child, Erin’s up next! Before her big due date, the Bates sisters treat her to a pedicure, but wh
25. S07E25Chaperoning Do’s & Don'tsAugust 16, 2018—Now that the older Bates girls are “coupling up,” Gil and Kelly Jo decide to give the younger kids a lesson on the do’s and don’ts to being
26. S07E26Milestones and New ChaptersAugust 23, 2018—Since Tori’s left the family nest, she’s desperately in need of a cooking lesson before she and Bobby move to Nashville, so Erin volunteers
27. S07E27Asking Permission and a Big DecisionAugust 30, 2018—Josie and Kelton are eager to move forward with the next phase of their relationship. But before the young couple speaks to Gil and Kelly Jo
28. S07E28The Ring, The Dress and Ready for Next Steps!September 6, 2018—Now that Kelton has the “yellow light” to marry Josie, he meets up with his buddy Bobby to look at engagement ring settings for Josie. And i
29. S07E29Baby Fever and Proposal DecisionsSeptember 13, 2018—Kelton’s eager to propose to Josie so he reaches out to Gil and Kelly Jo to discuss ideas on where he should “pop” the question. Meanwhile,
30. S07E30Blue or Pink, What Do You Think?September 20, 2018—Is it a Boy or Girl?! The entire Bates family gather in Tennessee to learn the gender of Tori and Bobby’s first child! Meanwhile, Kelton wor
31. S07E31A Monumental ProposalSeptember 27, 2018—Unbeknownst to Josie, Kelton’s planning to pop the question at her dream destination! But when he surprises her at work with her parents, wi
32. S07E37Episode 37December 27, 2018—
33. S07E38Episode 38December 27, 2018—
34. S07E39Bates Sports Special—It’s the thrill of victory and the agony of defeat in this episode which highlights the best Bates sports moments. Whether on land, sea or s
35. S07E40Fan Favorite Clips—We’re counting down the Top 25 Most Viewed Bates Clips from UPtv.com that have never before been seen on TV! Will your favorite clip make th
36. S07E41The Bates Get Candid—In this new special, hear from the Bates family as they speak for the first time about their experience shooting the show. They’ll look back
37. S07E42Mother’s Day Special – UPdated!—This year, Mother’s Day with the Bates is a whole lot bigger and a whole lot more fun! Join the family for the most motherly moments through
38. S07E43The Bates Royal Wedding Celebration!—With 5 weddings under their belt, if the Bates know one thing, it’s weddings! See all the great moments of weddings past – including never b

Season 7 ranked & reviewed

1. S08E01Ultrasounds, Wedding Vows & a Bride to Be?January 3, 2019—The love keeps growing in the Bates Family! Newly engaged Josie is planning her fall wedding, Tori and Bobby are expecting their first child
2. S08E02Big Apple BrideJanuary 10, 2019—Josie’s found her dream wedding dress online...there’s just one dilemma - the bridal designer’s showroom is located in New York City. Can sh
3. S08E03A Proposal to Plan & Wedding To-Do’s!January 17, 2019—Now that Evan’s picked out an engagement ring for Carlin, there’s one more big thing on his to do list, figuring out a proposal plan! He mee
4. S08E04A Sweet Shower & a Surprise Switch!January 24, 2019—Josie and Kelly Jo are headed back to New York City so Josie can try on the wedding dress she selected one final time. Will she be pleased w
5. S08E05The Maine EventJanuary 31, 2019—Ever since Evan sang a heartfelt song to Carlin and asked her to “officially court,” they’ve been inseparable. Two years later, they’re both
6. S08E06Bate & SwitchFebruary 7, 2019—It’s a sweet surprise for Katie’s 18th Birthday, when her family celebrates the occasion with two of her favorite things: pizza and ice crea
7. S08E07A Bride, A Groom and a Love That’s True!February 14, 2019—It’s the next chapter in Josie and Kelton’s love story, as the countdown to their wedding ceremony begins! After needing several alterations
8. S08E08Newlyweds: Rookies vs. ProsFebruary 21, 2019—How well do you know your spouse? The older couples are pros and have been married for several years now, while the newlyweds are still gett
9. S08E09A Latte Love!February 28, 2019—It was a “Happily Ever After” moment when Kelton and Josie officially tied the knot and now they’re ready for their next romantic adventure
10. S08E10A Wedding to Plan & Fun with the Fam!March 7, 2019—Home is where the heart is! It’s a family reunion when Michaela and Alyssa join Erin, Whitney, Kelly Jo and the grandbabies for some playtim
11. S08E11Nashville Nursery MakeoverMarch 14, 2019—Tori and Bobby are counting down the days to Baby Kade’s arrival! Before Tori gives birth, Kelly Jo, Erin, Lawson, Whitney, Zach and the kid
12. S08E12A Newlywed Nest & Trace Put to the TestMarch 21, 2019—Josie and Kelton’s honeymoon might be over but the fun is just beginning! Now it’s time to settle into their new apartment! While Kelton is
13. S08E13A Proposal to Remember & A Baby on the WayMarch 28, 2019—It’s 5 years strong for Erin and Chad, so to celebrate their 5th anniversary, the happily married couple takes a romantic getaway to where C
14. S08E14Ready or Not, Baby Kade Is on His Way!April 4, 2019—To celebrate Zach's birthday, the guys hit the road for some fun in the mud; between four wheeling and skeet shooting, Gil gets news that ba
15. S08E15It's a Boy & Maybe One More?April 11, 2019—It’s a mad rush as Gil, Erin, Carlin, and Lawson attempt to make it to the hospital before Tori gives birth to baby Kade. After having contr
16. S08E16A Very Medieval I Love You Day!April 20, 2019—For I Love You Day, the Bates crew gathers for an elaborate chivalry-themed party with food, games and costumes; Kelly Jo and the girls deco
17. S08E17A Blushing Bride to Be!May 2, 2019—Kelly Jo, Erin and Carlin head to Nashville, Tenn., to find a wedding dress for Carlin; they spend time with Tori, Baby Kade and Lawson; the
18. S08E18A Dance with Dad & a Wedding to Plan!May 9, 2019—Carlin has the perfect dress and thinks she may have found the perfect venue! But will the wedding budget cause delays with securing the spo
19. S08E19A Baby Grand Plan!May 16, 2019—Carlin needs to start nailing down all the wedding details; her wedding dress arrives but needs major alterations; Tori and Bobby's moving t
20. S08E20Shall We Dance?May 23, 2019—Erin and Chad are teaming up and combining skills to work on a project together! Erin’s interior design skills have been put to good use whe
21. S08E21New BeginningsMay 30, 2019—Erin, Whitney and Carlin team up to start an online store selling dresses; Kelly Jo takes Addee, Ellie and Callie to an adventure park; the
22. S08E22Baby Mamas and Bridesmaids DramaJune 6, 2019—Whitney and Zach are ready to share some happy news with the rest of the family - they have baby number three on the way; Carlin hits a big
23. S08E23Home is Where the Heart Is!June 13, 2019—As their wedding day gets closer and closer, Carlin and Evan get busy fixing up their future home; now that Michaella and Brandon have moved
24. S08E24A Wedding Worth the WaitJune 20, 2019—Carlin's fairytale wedding is just days away; emotions are running high and the clock is ticking; with her bridesmaids by her side, Carlin g

Season 8 ranked & reviewed

1. S09E01A First Time for Everything!March 5, 2020—After their fairytale wedding, Carlin and Evan head off on their honeymoon with a stop in romantic Charleston, SC. The newlyweds experience
2. S09E02A Busy Business and a Baby BombshellMarch 12, 2020—Ever since Whitney, Carlin and Erin have started their online dress business, it’s been non-stop! They’ve been selling out of dresses and st
3. S09E03First Home and Strict Chaperones!March 19, 2020—New parents Josie and Kelton are bringing home baby to a brand new place and the first time homeowners call in a few family favors to comple
4. S09E04Happy News and Health ConcernsMarch 26, 2020—Now that Carlin and Evan’s baby secret has been revealed, they head to the doctor for their first ultrasound. But when it’s revealed Carlin
5. S09E05Texas or Bust?April 2, 2020—Trace, Gil, and Kelly Jo are Texas bound where Trace is planning to ask Chaney to be his girlfriend, and the pressure is on to make it a mem
6. S09E06Surgery and SurprisesApril 9, 2020—No more one handed push-ups for Gil! With Kelly Jo by his side, Gil heads to an orthopedic center for rotator cuff surgery. Will Gil’s anxie
7. S09E07A Pizza Katie's HeartApril 16, 2020—It’s the ultimate ultrasound when Whitney, Erin, Carlin, and Tori share a check-up appointment together. Later, the married couples go on a
8. S09E08A Great Bates GetawayApril 23, 2020—It’s a great Bates getaway, when the entire family, along with Katie’s “friend” Travis and Trace’s girlfriend Chaney, head to Gatlinburg, Te
9. S09E09Nesting Mode & Mommies on a Mission!April 30, 2020—Now that Josie and Kelton have purchased a home, they’re putting finishing touches on their renovations. Erin, Chad, and Lawson join Josie t
10. S09E10Taking Care of Business & Florida FunMay 7, 2020—Given Gil’s recent rotator cuff surgery, the older Bates boys help join their Dad to help on a tree job. But will Gil be able to put down th
11. S09E11Brandon's Book and Kelly Jo's New LookMay 14, 2020—Brandon’s celebrating a big accomplishment! He’s published his first book and is having a book signing. Meanwhile, since Erin is always doin
12. S09E12Holiday Cheer and New Baby Khloe is Here!May 21, 2020—Before Whitney gives birth to Baby Khloe, she and Zach decide to have some bonding time with Bradley and Kaci Lynn. While Whitney enjoys lun
13. S09E13Holiday Traditions and Baby Additions!May 28, 2020—‘Tis the season for holiday traditions and baby additions! The Bates family stop by Zach and Whitney’s house to enjoy some snuggle time with
14. S09E14Roaring Bates and Pending Due DatesJuly 23, 2020—A “Love” filled day and Baby Layla is on her way! Soon to be parents Carlin and Evan lean on Erin’s decorating expertise and Chad’s handyman
15. S09E15A Double Date & Something to Celebrate!July 30, 2020—It’s double date fun when Katie and Travis join Josie and Kelton for a pizza making party! Will Travis’ dough rolling skills impress his lea
16. S09E16Beauty and the BusinessAugust 6, 2020—Doctor’s orders! Gil’s recovered from shoulder surgery but is he keeping up with his rehab? Meanwhile, Josie’s business, Effortless Beauty,
17. S09E17I Love You to Piz-zas!August 13, 2020—All you need is love and Pizza! Katie, Gil and Kelly Jo are in New Jersey for Travis’ birthday weekend! While Katie thinks she’s going to be
18. S09E18The Show Must Go On!August 20, 2020—A global pandemic is on the hearts and minds of the world, as well as the Bates family. In this special family-filmed episode, Gil and Kelly
19. S09E19Baby Boy Blessings & Basketball MishapsAugust 27, 2020—The Bates family continue to document their lives in the midst of the coronavirus. While Bobby’s at work, he gets a call from Tori that it’s
20. S09E20Shelter in BatesSeptember 3, 2020—In another family-filmed episode, the Bates remain productive while maintaining social distancing guidelines during the pandemic. Kelly Jo i
21. S09E21A Promise Ring & Unexpected Delivery!September 10, 2020—Lawson, Nathan and Trace spend time catching up and riding horses at the ranch, but Nathan’s quickly in the hot seat when his brothers notic
22. S09E22A Day for Dads!September 17, 2020—Kelly Jo has a heart-to-heart with Gil about her health and needing a medical procedure to help alleviate symptoms associated with a digesti

Season 9 ranked & reviewed

1. S10E01Six Years and Nine Seasons LaterFebruary 10, 2021—Join us in celebrating six years and nine seasons of laughs, loves, and family.
2. S10E02New HorizonsMarch 24, 2021—Spring is a time of new life and hope... and for the growing Bates brood it’s no different. In this special we’ll see the new ventures, new
3. S10E03He or She, What Will the Baby Be?April 7, 2021—Josie’s business is thriving, but she and Kelton deal with heartbreak after a miscarriage. Now that Michaella’s almost a nurse, Kelly Jo lea
4. S10E04Smitten in the Smoky MountainsApril 14, 2021—The Bates Sisters’ Boutique purchases a storefront! Later a group heads to the Smoky Mountains for some outdoor birthday fun, but will a gem
5. S10E05Nathan’s New Romance and a Secret Birthday BashApril 21, 2021—To show her love on the eve of her surgery, the Bates kids throw Kelly Jo a surprise party!
6. S10E06‘Tis the Season for SurprisesApril 28, 2021—Nathan invites his girlfriend for Christmas, and Katie dishes about her future with Travis.
7. S10E07More Moms, More Babies, More Celebrating!May 5, 2021—Never before seen footage and tender moments with the newest moms and the latest babies
8. S10E08Home Sweet Home & Nathan’s Love!May 12, 2021—The Bates Sisters Boutique has a new workspace in downtown Rocky Top!
9. S10E09A DIY Date and a Delivery DayApril 21, 2021—Alyssa and John welcome Macy Jo into the world as proud grandparents Gil and Kelly Jo are on hand to meet grandbaby # 15! Later, Katie puts
10. S10E10Lawson’s New Love and the Boutique’s New Digs!April 21, 2021—Now that Erin’s health is on the upswing, the Paines tackle renovating an old camper! Meanwhile, Whitney, Erin and Carlin move out of their
11. S10E11Two By Two, I Love YouApril 21, 2021—Bates Sisters Boutique holds their first photo shoot in their new space, and Nathan and Esther shop for engagement rings. Finally, the famil
12. S10E12The Webster’s New Home & Nathan’s Next MoveApril 28, 2021—Tori and Whitney meet up to swap baby clothes while their hubbies are in charge of cooking dinner! Later, Nathan returns to the jewelry stor
13. S10E13Never Before Seen on TV! - Summertime SpecialMay 5, 2021—Savor the Summer season with never before seen moments along with some summertime classics as the Bates enjoy everything from whitewater raf
14. S10E14Due Dates & An Engagement Getaway!June 23, 2021—Whitney and Josie dish about motherhood and work on a craft project for their nurseries. Meanwhile, Nathan tells Lawson that he’s hoping to

Season 10 ranked & reviewed