Seasonal Events and Festivities in ACNH
If there’s one thing that sets Animal Crossing: New Horizons (ACNH) apart from other games, it’s the dynamic, real-time world that mirrors our own calendar year. The sun rises and sets, and with the changing of the seasons comes a series of events and festivals that breathe life into your island getaway. In this article, we’re going to take a chronological tour through the calendar year, exploring all the colorful, fun-filled festivities ACNH has to offer.
January – New Year’s Celebrations
No sooner have you cleaned up after your festive Christmas soiree, it’s time to ring in the New Year! Celebrate with a countdown event on December 31st and then party into the wee hours of January 1st with your island residents.
February – Festivale
In the chill of February, ACNH brings a dash of tropical warmth with Festivale. Inspired by Mardi Gras, Festivale is hosted by the vibrant Pave, the peacock who loves nothing more than to dance the day away. Gather feathers floating around the island to earn some stunningly vibrant Festivale-themed items.
March – Bunny Day
Easter arrives early in ACNH with the quirky, if slightly unnerving, Zipper T. Bunny and his Bunny Day event. Hunt for eggs around your island to craft unique Bunny Day items and furniture.
April – Nature Day
April is the time to appreciate the flora and fauna of your island with Nature Day. Celebrate the spirit of Earth Day by undertaking nature-themed tasks that revolve around planting trees and flowers or doing some waterscaping.
May – May Day and International Museum Day
May brings two unique events to your island. First, May Day sees you jetting off on a special island tour, solving a maze, and earning exclusive rewards. Later in the month, it’s International Museum Day, where you can participate in a Stamp Rally at Blathers’ museum, learning about the fascinating creatures in your exhibits.
June – Wedding Season
June is all about love. Reese and Cyrus return to Harv’s Island to renew their wedding vows, and they need your help to create the perfect wedding setup. Your reward? Some beautiful wedding-themed furniture and items for your home.
July – Fireworks Shows
July sees your island light up the night sky with spectacular weekly firework shows. You can even create custom firework designs for a personal touch.
August – Fireworks Shows Continue
The summer fun continues into August, with more firework shows adding color to your island evenings.
September – Bug-Off
As the summer heat eases off, it’s time to prove your bug-catching prowess with Flick’s Bug-Off. Compete against your villagers or aim for personal bests to earn bug-themed items.
October – Halloween
October is all about pumpkins and frights. Grow pumpkins, craft spooky items, and get ready to trick or treat with your villagers on Halloween night!
November – Mushrooming Season and Turkey Day
November ushers in the mushrooming season, allowing you to gather rare mushrooms to craft seasonal items. Then, as the month draws to a close, celebrate Turkey Day with the expert chef Franklin to enjoy a feast with your island family.
December – Toy Day and Countdown
Rounding off the year, December begins with snow blanketing your island, perfect for building snowfolk. Then, on Toy Day, help Jingle the black-nosed reindeer deliver presents to your villagers. Finally, join your islanders in counting down to the New Year!
There you have it, a whirlwind tour of the year in ACNH. From the fresh hopes of the New Year to the heartfelt joy of Toy Day, there’s always something to anticipate, celebrate, or participate in. Each event offers unique experiences, items, and memories. So, get out there and enjoy all the wonderful festivities ACNH has in store. Your island life is waiting to be lived!
Animal Crossing: New Horizons Monthly Events
| Month | Event | Description |
|---|---|---|
| January | New Year’s Celebrations | Ring in the New Year with a countdown event on December 31st and then party into the wee hours of January 1st with your island residents. |
| February | Festivale | Gather feathers floating around the island during this Mardi Gras-inspired event hosted by the vibrant Pave to earn Festivale-themed items. |
| March | Bunny Day | Hunt for eggs around your island with Zipper T. Bunny to craft unique Bunny Day items and furniture. |
| April | Nature Day | Celebrate the spirit of Earth Day by undertaking nature-themed tasks that revolve around planting trees and flowers or doing some waterscaping. |
| May | May Day and International Museum Day | May Day features a special island tour and maze-solving for exclusive rewards. Later, participate in a Stamp Rally at Blathers’ museum during International Museum Day. |
| June | Wedding Season | Help Reese and Cyrus create the perfect wedding setup at Harv’s Island and earn beautiful wedding-themed furniture and items. |
| July | Fireworks Shows | Enjoy spectacular weekly firework shows. You can even create custom firework designs for a personal touch. |
| August | Continued Fireworks Shows | The summer fun continues with more firework shows adding color to your island evenings. |
| September | Bug-Off | Prove your bug-catching prowess with Flick’s Bug-Off. Compete against your villagers or aim for personal bests to earn bug-themed items. |
| October | Halloween | Grow pumpkins, craft spooky items, and trick or treat with your villagers on Halloween night. |
| November | Mushrooming Season and Turkey Day | Gather rare mushrooms to craft seasonal items and later, celebrate Turkey Day with the expert chef Franklin. |
| December | Toy Day and Countdown | Build snowfolk in the snow, help Jingle the black-nosed reindeer deliver presents on Toy Day, and join your islanders in counting down to the New Year. |
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