Upcoming Animal Crossing: New Horizons Events

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The events calendar for Animal Crossing: New Horizons is packed with activities. Just like real life, it features specific dates and some unique in-game events, including the quarterly Bug-Off and Fishing Tourney. Throughout the year, you’ll want to keep track of these key moments to enjoy their full experience.

From Bunny Day to New Year’s Eve, a list of confirmed events is available below. Use this as your go-to schedule to stay updated on upcoming in-game festivities. In addition to the major events, check your mailbox regularly, as villagers often send letters with seasonal news, and Nook Shopping offers special items at discounts during certain times.

January Events:

New Year’s Day — January 1
Fishing Tourney — Second Saturday of the month
Bug-Off — Third Saturday in the Southern Hemisphere

February Events:

Valentine’s Day — February 14
Festivale — February 28 to March 3 (both hemispheres)

During Festivale, Pavé arrives dancing on your island, celebrating with colorful feathers. You’ll collect feathers of different colors by participating in activities, and trade three of the same color for a Festivale item. Rare rainbow feathers can be exchanged for the Festivale Float or used in DIY recipes.

March:
No scheduled events at this time.

April Events:

Cherry Blossom Season — April 1-10 (Northern Hemisphere)
Maple Leaf Season — April 16-26 (Southern Hemisphere)
Bunny Day — April 4 (Eggs begin arriving April 1)
During Bunny Day, Zipper T. Bunny visits your island, hiding eggs of six types: Sky, Water, Leaf, Stone, Earth, and Wood Eggs, found through balloons, fishing, shaking trees, rocks, or chopping wood. Use these to craft themed furniture and recipes, especially on Easter Sunday.

Nature Day:

April 23 to May 4, celebrating Earth Day with tasks like planting trees and watering flowers to earn special Nook Miles.

May Events:

Mushroom Season — May 1 to 31 (Southern Hemisphere)
May Day Tour — May 1-7, featuring a maze and special visitor with a ticket you can use at the airport.
International Museum Day — May 18-31, complete a Stamp Card by viewing exhibits to earn rewards.

June Events:

Bug-Off — Fourth Saturday (Northern Hemisphere)
Wedding Season — Entire month, celebrating with Reese and Cyrus on Harvey’s Island, taking photos, and earning wedding items.

July Events:

Fishing Tourney — Second Saturday
Bug-Off — Fourth Saturday (Northern Hemisphere)

August Events:

Fireworks — Every Sunday in August, where you can enjoy a neighborhood-wide display, personalize shows with Isabelle, and visit Redd’s stall for fireworks-related items.

September:

Bug-Off — Fourth Saturday in the Northern Hemisphere

October Events:

Cherry Blossom Season — October 1-10 (Southern Hemisphere)
Fishing Tourney — Second Saturday
Halloween — October 31, featuring trick-or-treating with Jack, costumes, and spooky decorations.

November Events:

Mushroom Season — November 1-30 (Northern Hemisphere)
Maple Leaf Season — November 16-25 (Northern Hemisphere)
Bug-Off — Third Saturday in the Southern Hemisphere
Turkey Day — Fourth Thursday in November, akin to Thanksgiving, involving ingredient gathering for Franklin’s feast and special recipes.

December Events:

Bug-Off — Third Saturday (Southern Hemisphere)
Festive Season — December 15 to January 6
Toy Day — December 24, in-game Christmas celebration with presents from Jingle the Reindeer, special outfits, and winter-themed items.
New Year’s Eve — December 31, with fireworks, party poppers, villagers’ celebrations, and a countdown to midnight.

This schedule ensures you won’t miss any of the fun surprises and seasonal celebrations in Animal Crossing: New Horizons. Stay tuned for updates and enjoy the year-round festivities in your island life!