Does Fortnite have a New Year event & free reward this year?
Epic GamesWondering if there’s going to be a New Year event in Fortnite this year? Here’s what we know so far, as well as the availability of a reward.
Live events are one of the key hallmarks of what made Fortnite a frontrunner of Battle Royale games. The game has hosted concerts featuring renowned musical artists to season-ending playable events. At the start of Chapter 6, Fortnite hosted one of its biggest live events featuring Snoop Dogg, Ice Spice, Eminem, and Juice WRLD.
The ongoing Winterfest 2024 brought holiday vibes to the island with some themed challenges and rewards. Now as we head closer to 2025, players are wondering if Fortnite will have a New Year event and some free rewards. Well, we’ve got the answer right here.
Does Fortnite have a 2025 New Year event?
Epic has dropped the ball and let off fireworks during New Year’s Eve events in the past. If you’re wondering if there will be one this year, the answer is yes.
The New Year event is live now in-game where players will see a countdown every hour until the last timezone is in 2025. Players will also dance as soon as the countdown ends with the disco ball in the sky, which will act as a complete Boogie Bomb.
Are there any free Fortnite rewards for New Year’s?
Sadly, there are no rewards announced by Epic Games that players can get. However, in previous seasons, players have had access to a variety of new year-themed cosmetic items in the Item Shop, including Back Bling, Gliders, and Emotes.
How to watch the Fortnite New Year 2025 live event
To watch the event, make sure you’re in a match when it starts at 2 PM EST on the 31st, and it will end when 2025 begins in your timezone.
The event started two hours late, meaning some countries, like Australia, only got to witness it once.
If you want to get Santa Snoop before it’s too late, or catch up on your Winterfest quests before they’re gone, we’ve got you covered.