8 episodes
Kate Plus 8 - Season 5
First aired Nov 21, 2016Season 5
The new, eight-episode season celebrates the ten year television journey of the Gosselin family. From meal time and school day prep to one-on-one time with mom and sibling rivalries, Kate and her kids have adjusted to fit the growing needs of the tight-knit unit. They discuss some of their fondest moments and also share how close they have become. Even after all the years, family has always been the glue that's held them together.
Episodes
Episode 1
10 Year Anniversary
Nov 22, 201643 min
Kate looks back 10 years to when their first television special aired and compares then to now. The challenges are different, but the memories are just as rewarding.
Episode 2
Sextuplets Turn 12!
Nov 29, 201643 min
Kate creates a scavenger hunt for the sextuplets' 12th birthday, and the boys and girls split into teams to find clues.
Episode 3
New Orleans, Here We Come!
Dec 6, 201643 min
The Gosselins enjoy the food and culture of New Orleans while also learning some Southern etiquette along the way.
Episode 4
Puppies & Poconos
Dec 13, 201643 min
The family heads to the Poconos for some fun activities. They also adopt two new puppies into their home.
Episode 5
Gosselins in Space
Dec 20, 201643 min
The family visits a space camp in Huntsville, Alabama and pretend to be astronauts and then finish their vacation by going to the beach.
Episode 6
Beach Time!
Dec 27, 201643 min
Kate and the kids explore the Alabama beach shores during summer vacation! Kayaking, parasailing and a family Segway tour are in the mix and of course, there is always chaos! Then the Gosselins' head back home to train their adorable puppies.
Episode 7
Sweet 16
Jan 3, 201743 min
It's the twins sweet 16! Kate allows Mady and Cara to plan their own party and tensions run high. Kate finds the moment bittersweet, while the twins are just happy to be with their friends.
Episode 8
Game Night
Jan 10, 201743 min
Kate and the younger kids have a family game show night, with Mady as their host, which involves them answering questions about past seasons and episodes of their show.