Fortnite is constantly receiving fresh new updates throughout its numerous seasons, with Epic Games consistently delivering heaps of content to keep the game feeling fresh and new. From the arrival of new content to side modes like LEGO Fortnite Odyssey, Reload, and Blitz, to a plethora of changes in Battle Royale, there is a lot to look forward to regularly.
On the topic of updates, the festive season is rapidly approaching, leaving many Fortnite players to wonder when the game’s annual Winterfest update for 2025 will roll out. Though Epic Games has been largely quiet about the upcoming update, some details have surfaced. Here is when to expect Winterfest 2025 to arrive in Fortnite.
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When Does Winterfest 2025 Start in Fortnite?
As of the time of writing, the exact release date and time for Fortnite’s Winterfest update have yet to be confirmed. However, based on the release dates of past Winterfest updates and the trend of past updates typically releasing on a Thursday, Winterfest 2025 should start on December 18 at 4 AM ET with update v39.11.
This is when players can expect the update to roll out, with downtime lasting a few hours before it goes live, letting players jump in and enjoy it for themselves. Of course, if new details do surface, we will provide an update on the launch of Winterfest. Here is a rundown of when you can expect the update to roll out in your region:
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Time Zone |
Expected Start Date & Time |
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PT (Pacific Time) |
December 18, 1:00 AM |
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CT (Central Time) |
December 18, 3:00 AM |
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BRT (Brasilia Time) |
December 18, 6:00 AM |
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GMT (Greenwich Mean Time) |
December 18, 9:00 AM |
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CET (Central European Time) |
December 18, 10:00 AM |
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SAST (South African Standard Time) |
December 18, 11:00 AM |
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GST (Gulf Standard Time) |
December 18, 1:00 PM |
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KST (Korea Standard Time) |
December 18, 6:00 PM |
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JST (Japan Standard Time) |
December 18, 6:00 PM |
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AEST (Australian Eastern Standard Time) |
December 18, 7:00 PM |
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AEDT (Australian Eastern Daylight Time) |
December 18, 8:00 PM |
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What to Expect for Fortnite’s Winterfest 2025
While details surrounding the Winterfest update are relatively scarce as of the time of writing, some information has surfaced. For starters, the Winterfest Lodge will return, bringing with it the yearly Winterfest rewards that players can unwrap once a day throughout the course of the event. This will give players a chance to obtain a bunch of Christmas-themed rewards, including Pickaxes, Wraps, and even a free Skin.
As for other updates, the Holiday Present item is likely to return to the Battle Royale, Reload, and Blitz loot pools. Credible Fortnite leaker, Hypex, has also shared some details on upcoming content for the Winterfest 2025 update. This includes the arrival of a Harry Potter-themed broom Mythic item, as well as the debut of the DeLorean as a drivable vehicle in Battle Royale.
Hypex has also shared some details on possible collaborations over on X arriving throughout Winterfest, including the now confirmed customisable Harry Potter-themed skins centered around the Hogwarts houses, a Christmas Winter Hatsune Miku skin, the possibility of a Home Alone collaboration (via Blortzen on X), Bleach, SpongeBob, and much more.