As 2026 approaches, Animal Crossing: New Horizons is set to welcome another year of vibrant, culture-rich events and exclusive seasonal items. From the carnival-inspired Festivale and egg-hunting Bunny Day to the competitive Bug-Off, relaxing Fishing Tourney, and heartwarming Turkey Day feast, each event brings unique gameplay mechanics, themed rewards, and opportunities to celebrate with villagers. This ACNH events 2026 calendar guide will help you stay ahead of every key update release date, ensuring you never miss a chance to collect limited-edition new items or join in the festive fun.
ACNH 2026 Update & Calendar (Events, Holidays & Items)
In 2026, Animal Crossing: New Horizons will not only retain its beloved roster of regular events but also welcome the highly anticipated Free Update Ver.3.0, bringing a wealth of new content to the island. All regular events remain intact, each rooted in real-world festivals and traditions—from Brazilian Carnival-inspired Festivale to Thanksgiving-themed Turkey Day and Christmas Eve’s Toy Day. Major events typically feature iconic hosts (such as Pavé for Festivale, Zipper for Bunny Day, Flick for Bug-Off, and C.J. for Fishing Tourney) who task players with fun challenges in exchange for exclusive series items. Additionally, Nook’s Cranny and Able Sisters will stock seasonal decor, clothing, and reactions for limited periods, all of which require ACNH Bells to purchase. It’s important to note that some events, like Lunar New Year and Moon-Viewing Day, may vary slightly in date each year, so be sure to keep an eye on your island’s bulletin board for updates. When does the Animal Crossing update come out? Below is a month-by-month breakdown of all 2026 events, the new 3.0 update details, start/end dates, exclusive items, and essential gameplay tips.
ACNH Events & Items January 2026
January 2026 kicks off with holiday wrap-up events and the highly anticipated ACNH 3.0 Free Update, which launches with check-in starting January 15 and brings a wealth of quality-of-life tweaks and new content. Key highlights include the final chance to craft Festivale Series ornaments and the first Fishing Tourney of the year on January 10. Southern Hemisphere players can join the Bug-Off on January 17. The month is also filled with cultural events, offering a variety of exclusive Nook Shopping items to celebrate diversity on your island.
1. New Year's Day 2026 (December 22, 2025 to January 5, 2026)
Celebratory arches for 2021 and 2022
Yut Nori
The zodiac figurine corresponding to the current zodiac
2. Shōgatsu Nook Shopping Event (December 22, 2025 to January 5, 2026)
Kadomatsu
Kagamimochi
New Year's Shimekazari
Otoshidama Envelope
Osechi
3. Nanakusa Gayu Nook Shopping Event (January 5 to January 7, 2026)
Nanakusa Gayu
4. Last day ornament recipes are available (January 6, 2026)
Red ornament
Blue ornament
Gold ornament
5. Fishing Tourney (January 10, 2026)
Anchor Statue
Fish Doorplate
Fish-Drying Rack
Fish Pochette
Fish Print
Fish-Print Tee
Fish Rug
Fish Umbrella
Fish Wand
Fishing-Rod Stand
Fresh Cooler
Marine Pop Wall
Tackle Bag
Gameplay Tips:
Hosted by C.J., catch as many fish as possible in 3 minutes.
First entry free; subsequent entries 500 Bells.
Fish go to a plaza cooler—sell to C.J. for 1.5x Nook’s Cranny price before replaying.
Score 1 point per fish + 2 bonus points for 3+ fish.
Multiplayer waives fees and grants 5 bonus points if 5+ total fish are caught.
Exchange 10+ points for fish swag.
C.J. stays until 8 PM to exchange points after the 6 PM event end.
Fishing rods won’t break during rounds but may break afterward if durability runs out.
6. ACNH 3.0 Free Update (January 15, 2026)
Exclusive Hotel Items (hotel mug, pennant, wall clock, towel rack, snow globe, blue tee, white tee, blue aloha shirt, blue cardigan)
Nintendo Collaboration Items (retro toys, classic game systems)
LEGO® Items (furniture, fashion in various colors)
The Legend of Zelda X Items (furniture, fashion via compatible amiibo; Tulin and Mineru visitable/movable)
Splatoon X Items (collaboration items via compatible amiibo; Cece/Viché visitable)
Key Update Features:
New resort hotel (decorate guest rooms, set outfit styles, invite guests via amiibo), island specialties DIY crafting (earn hotel tickets), Slumber Island (terraform/build/decorate with friends, 3 islands available, 12-player online sessions on Nintendo Switch 2), Resetti’s Reset Service (clear decorations/flowers with safe storage, 9000-item expanded storage), Happy Home Paradise DLC expansion (create vacation homes for clients). The update is available on both Nintendo Switch 2 and Nintendo Switch systems.
7. Big Game Celebration Nook Shopping Event (January 15 to February 15, 2026)
Football Rug
Football Cheer Megaphone
Fiery Cheer Megaphone
Starry Cheer Megaphone
Glittery Cheer Megaphone
8. Bug-Off (Southern Hemisphere) (January 17, 2026)
Artisanal Bug Cage
Bug Aloha Shirt
Bug Cage
Bug Wand
Butterflies Wall
Butterfly Backpack
Ladybug Rug
Ladybug Umbrella
Spider Doorplate
Spider Web
Termite Mound
Toy Centipede
Toy Cockroach
Gameplay Tips:
Hosted by Flick, compete to catch as many bugs as possible in 3 minutes.
First entry is free; subsequent entries cost 500 Bells.
Bugs go to a plaza cage—sell to Flick for 1.5x Nook’s Cranny price before replaying.
Score 1 point per bug + 2 bonus points for 3+ bugs.
Multiplayer waives entry fees and adds team bonuses (5-9 bugs = 5 bonus points; 10-14 = 7; 15+ = 10).
Exchange 10+ points for bug relics.
Flick stays until 8 PM to exchange points after the 6 PM event end.
9. Setsubun/Bean Day Nook Shopping Event (January 25 to February 3, 2026)
Bean-Tossing Kit
10. Groundhog Day Nook Shopping Event (January 25 to February 2, 2026)
Resetti model
ACNH Events & Items February 2026
The highlight of February is Festivale on the 16th, hosted by Pavé, where players collect colored feathers to exchange for exclusive Festivale Series items. Valentine’s Day on the 14th brings sweet treats and heart-themed items. Hemispheres see major seasonal shifts: Northern Hemisphere welcomes spring on February 25 with young spring bamboo recipes, while Southern Hemisphere says goodbye to summer on February 28. Don’t miss the final chance to craft snowflake (Northern) and summer shell (Southern) items.
1. Setsubun/Bean Day Able Sisters Event (February 1 to February 3, 2026)
Horned-Ogre Mask
Ogre Costume
Okame Mask
2. Valentine's Day Nook Shopping Event (February 1 to February 14, 2026)
Chocolate Heart
Heart-Shaped Bouquet
3. Carnival of Venice Nook Shopping Event (February 7 to March 1, 2026)
Venetian carnival mask
4. Festivale (February 16, 2026)
These Festivale-themed items are sold at Nook's Cranny (furniture and reactions) and Able Sisters (clothing). Stock up during this period to fully immerse in the event—villagers will also begin discussing their excitement for Festivale and may share hints about feather collection.
Festivale Balloon Lamp
Festivale Confetti Machine
Festivale Drum
Festivale Flag
Festivale Garland
Festivale Lamp
Festivale Parasol
Festivale Stage
Festivale Stall
Festivale Float
Gameplay Tips:
Hosted by Pavé, the event features confetti rain and dancing villagers.
Catch blue, green, purple, and red feathers floating around the island with a net (listen for whistling sounds to locate them).
Exchange three feathers of the same color or one rainbow feather for random Festivale Series items.
After nine exchanges, Pavé will ask for three rainbow feathers to reward the Festivale Float—this cycle can be repeated indefinitely.
Villagers wearing Festivale clothing may trade feathers with you, preferring colors matching their outfits.
Note: Rainbow feathers do not stack, while other feathers stack up to 3.
5. Chinese/Lunar New Year Nook Shopping Event (February 17, 2026)
Lunar New Year decoration
Lucky red envelope
6. Seollal Nook Shopping Event (February 17, 2026)
Bokjumeoni lucky pouch
7. Bug-Off (Southern Hemisphere) (February 21, 2026)
Artisanal Bug Cage
Bug Aloha Shirt
Bug Cage
Bug Wand
Butterflies Wall
Butterfly Backpack
Ladybug Rug
Ladybug Umbrella
Spider Doorplate
Spider Web
Termite Mound
Toy Centipede
Toy Cockroach
8. Hinamatsuri Nook Shopping Event (February 22 to March 3, 2026)
Hinaningyo
Blossom Lantern
9. Last day snowflake recipes are available (Northern Hemisphere) (February 24, 2026)
Snowflake
10. Young spring bamboo recipes become available (Northern Hemisphere) (February 25, 2026)
Young spring bamboo
11. Last day summer shell recipes are available (Southern Hemisphere) (February 28, 2026)
Summer Shell
ACNH Events & Items March 2026
March is a transition month with spring (Northern Hemisphere) and fall (Southern Hemisphere) vibes. Southern Hemisphere players get acorn and pine cone recipes on March 1 to craft fall-themed items. Shamrock Day from March 10 to 17 brings lucky decor and fun interactions with villagers. π Day adds a quirky math-themed twist with exclusive items available until March 14. At the end of the month, the April Fools' Day Nook Shopping event starts, letting you stock up on prank items for the upcoming silly celebration.
1. π Day Nook Shopping Event (March 1 to March 14, 2026)
π pie
2. Acorn and pine cone recipes become available (Southern Hemisphere) (March 1, 2026)
Acorn and pine cones
3. Shamrock Day Nook Shopping Event (March 10 to March 17, 2026)
Shamrock doorplate
Shamrock rug
Shamrock soda
4. April Fools' Day Nook Shopping Event (March 26 to April 1, 2026)
Whoopee Cushion
ACNH Events & Items April 2026
April’s main event is Bunny Day, with preparation days from March 29 to April 4 and the main celebration on April 5. Players hunt for six types of eggs to craft the full Bunny Day Series, and completing all recipes earns exclusive rewards like the Wobbling Zipper Toy. Northern Hemisphere players enjoy cherry blossom recipes until April 10. Prom events run all month, letting you host a fancy party with villagers using exclusive outfits and decor. The May Day event starts on April 29, offering a maze adventure with rare items.
1. Singmogil Nook Shopping Event (April 1 to April 10, 2026)
Forsythia
2. Prom Nook Shopping Event (April 1 to April 30, 2026)
Prom sash
Prom flooring
Prom wall
3. Cherry blossom recipes become available (Northern Hemisphere) (April 1 to April 10, 2026)
Cherry-blossom petal
5. Fishing Tourney (April 11, 2026)
Anchor Statue
Fish Doorplate
Fish-Drying Rack
Fish Pochette
Fish Print
Fish-Print Tee
Fish Rug
Fish Umbrella
Fish Wand
Fishing-Rod Stand
Fresh Cooler
Marine Pop Wall
Tackle Bag
6. Bunny Day (April 5, 2026)
Bunny Day Garden Flag
Bunny Day Planter Box
Bunny Day Candy
Bunny Day Topiary
Bunny Day Tree
Bunny Day Arch
Bunny Day Basket
Bunny Day Bed
Bunny Day Fence
Bunny Day Festive Balloons
Bunny Day Flooring
Bunny Day Glowy Garland
Bunny Day Lamp
Bunny Day Merry Balloons
Bunny Day Rug
Bunny Day Stool
Bunny Day Table
Bunny Day Vanity
Bunny Day Wall
Bunny Day Wall Clock
Bunny Day Wardrobe
Bunny Day Wreath
Wobbling Zipper Toy
Bunny Day Bag
Bunny Day Wand
Bunny Day Crown
Egg Party Dress
Egg Party Hat
Earth-Egg Outfit
Earth-Egg Shell
Earth-Egg Shoes
Leaf-Egg Outfit
Leaf-Egg Shell
Leaf-Egg Shoes
Sky-Egg Outfit
Sky-Egg Shell
Sky-Egg Shoes
Stone-Egg Outfit
Stone-Egg Shell
Stone-Egg Shoes
Water-Egg Outfit
Water-Egg Shell
Water-Egg Shoes
Wood-Egg Outfit
Wood-Egg Shell
Wood-Egg Shoes
Note: Zipper appears on the first and last days of preparation. Initially, he requests you craft all Bunny Day furniture items to unlock the Bunny Day Bed recipe. Additional items are sold at Nook's Cranny. Start collecting six types of eggs (Earth, Leaf, Sky, Stone, Water, Wood) to prepare for crafting.
Gameplay Tips:
Collect six egg types across your island: Earth eggs (buried like fossils), Leaf eggs (shaken from hardwood trees), Sky eggs (dropped by striped balloons), Stone eggs (from hitting rocks), Water eggs (caught while fishing medium fish), and Wood eggs (from chopping trees, especially coconut trees).
Mystery islands have higher egg spawn rates.
Trade three of the same egg type with Zipper for any egg type.
Craft all 15 non-clothing, Bunny Day Bag, and Bunny Day Crown recipes to unlock the Wobbling Zipper Toy and Bunny Day Wand.
Villagers wear Bunny Day clothing and share egg-locating hints.
7. Nature Day Nook Shopping Event (April 15 to April 22, 2026)
Cool Globe
8. Children's Day Nook Shopping Event (April 28 to May 5, 2026)
Carp Banner
Newsprint helmet
9. May Day Event (April 29 to May 7, 2026)
Rover's Briefcase
Rover's Photo
9 Bell Vouchers
ACNH Events & Items May 2026
May brings spring’s finale in the Northern Hemisphere and winter’s start in the Southern Hemisphere. Mother’s Day is a key highlight, with heartfelt items available all month. Southern Hemisphere players get mushroom and maple leaf recipes for fall crafting. International Museum Day from May 18 to 31 celebrates your island’s museum with exclusive display items. Cultural events like Dragon Boat Festival and Dano Festival start on May 25, offering traditional food and decor. Don’t miss the final chance to craft young spring bamboo items in the Northern Hemisphere before May 31.
1. Mother's Day Nook Shopping Event (May 1 to May 31, 2026)
Thank-You Mom Mug
Carnations
2. Mushroom recipes become available (Southern Hemisphere) (May 1 to May 31, 2026)
Elegant mushroom
Flat mushroom
Rare mushroom
Round mushroom
Skinny mushroom
3. Maple Leaf Season (Southern Hemisphere) (May 16 to May 25, 2026)
Maple leaves are crafting materials that can be caught floating around the island during this period.
4. International Museum Day Event (May 18 to May 31, 2026)
Fish Plaque
Bug Plaque
Fossil Plaque
Art Plaque
5. Cheese Rolling Nook Shopping Event (May 16 to May 25, 2026)
Double Gloucester Cheese
6. Last day young spring bamboo recipes are available (Northern Hemisphere) (May 31, 2026)
Young spring bamboo
7. Last day of spring (Northern Hemisphere) (May 31, 2026)
ACNH Events & Items June 2026
June is all about summer (Northern Hemisphere) and winter (Southern Hemisphere) vibes. Wedding Season runs all month, letting you collect romantic wedding-themed items and furniture. Father’s Day and International Children’s Day offer family-friendly items. Northern Hemisphere players get summer shell recipes and celebrate Summer Solstice with sunflower-themed decor. Southern Hemisphere players experience heavy snowstorms on June 10 and unlock snowflake recipes on June 11, perfect for winter crafting. The first Bug-Off of the summer for Northern Hemisphere players is on June 27.
1. Wedding Season (June 1 to June 30, 2026)
Nuptial Bell
Nuptial Doorplate
Nuptial Ring Pillow
Flower-Petal Basket
Reese & Cyrus photo plate
Wedding arch
Wedding bench
Wedding cake
Wedding candle set
Wedding chair
Wedding decoration
Wedding flower stand
Wedding head table
Wedding pipe organ
Wedding table
Wedding welcome board
Bridal veil
Wedding dress
Wedding pumps
Wedding shoes
Wedding tuxedo
Blue wedding rug
Brown wedding flooring
Brown wedding wall
Green wedding flooring
Green wedding wall
Red wedding rug
Wedding-party wall
White wedding flooring
White wedding rug
White wedding wall
2. International Children's Day Nook Shopping Event (June 1 to June 15, 2026)
Handmade Crown
Handmade Cape
3. Father's Day Nook Shopping Event (June 1 to June 30, 2026)
Thank-you Day Mug
Thank-you Day Apron
4. Summer shell recipes become available (Northern Hemisphere) (June 1, 2026)
Summer Shell
5. Snowflake recipes become available (Southern Hemisphere) (June 11, 2026)
Snowflake
6. Summer Solstice Nook Shopping Event (Northern Hemisphere) (June 15 to June 21, 2026)
Sunflower crown
Sunflower rug
Sunflower sunglasses
Maypole
8. Winter Solstice Nook Shopping Event (Southern Hemisphere) (June 15 to June 21, 2026)
Aurora wall
Midwinter sweater
Bathtub with yuzu
Tangyuan
9. Dragon Boat Festival Nook Shopping Event (June 10 to June 19, 2026)
Festival Zongzi
10. Dano Festival Nook Shopping Event (June 10 to June 19, 2026)
Surichwi Tteok
11. Bug-Off (Northern Hemisphere) (June 27, 2026)
Artisanal Bug Cage
Bug Aloha Shirt
Bug Cage
Bug Wand
Butterflies Wall
Butterfly Backpack
Ladybug Rug
Ladybug Umbrella
Spider Doorplate
Spider Web
Termite Mound
Toy Centipede
Toy Cockroach
ACNH Events & Items July 2026
July is a festive month with cultural and seasonal events. Tanabata lets you celebrate with star-themed decor and wish trees. Marine Day brings beach and nautical items, perfect for summer island setups. Le 14 juillet adds French-themed celebration items. The Cowboy Festival starts on July 15, offering Western-style decor and toys. Northern Hemisphere players have another Bug-Off on July 25, and the Cowherd & Weaver Girl Day event starts on July 26, with romantic outfits and decor.
1. Tanabata Nook Shopping Event (July 1 to July 7, 2026)
Bamboo Grass
2. Marine Day Nook Shopping Event (July 11 to July 20, 2026)
Ship-Wheel Door Decoration
3. Fishing Tourney (July 11, 2026)
Anchor Statue
Fish Doorplate
Fish-Drying Rack
Fish Pochette
Fish Print
Fish-Print Tee
Fish Rug
Fish Umbrella
Fish Wand
Fishing-Rod Stand
Fresh Cooler
Marine Pop Wall
Tackle Bag
4. Le 14 juillet Nook Shopping Event (July 10 to July 20, 2026)
Phrygian Cap
5. Cowboy Festival Nook Shopping Event (July 15 to August 15, 2026)
Rodeo-Style Springy Ride-on
6. Bug-Off (Northern Hemisphere) (July 25, 2026)
Artisanal Bug Cage
Bug Aloha Shirt
Bug Cage
Bug Wand
Butterflies Wall
Butterfly Backpack
Ladybug Rug
Ladybug Umbrella
Spider Doorplate
Spider Web
Termite Mound
Toy Centipede
Toy Cockroach
ACNH Events & Items August 2026
August is filled with summer fun for Northern Hemisphere and spring prep for Southern Hemisphere. Fireworks Shows are held on 5 weekends, with exclusive glow-in-the-dark items. Obon brings traditional Japanese items. The Tomato Festival starts on August 20, offering playful tomato-themed decor. Southern Hemisphere players say goodbye to winter on August 24 (last snowflake recipes) and welcome spring on August 25 with young spring bamboo recipes. Northern Hemisphere players have their final summer Bug-Off on August 22 and craft their last summer shell items by August 31.
1. Fireworks Show (Aug 2, Aug 9, Aug 16, Aug 23, Aug 30, 2026)
Red Sparkler
Blue Sparkler
Fountain Firework
Bubble Blower
Uchiwa Fan
Pinwheel
Tweeter
Blue Balloon
Red Balloon
Yellow Balloon
Green Balloon
Pink Balloon
Ramune-Soda Frozen Treat
Orange Frozen Treat
Chocolate Frozen Treat
Plain Cotton Candy
Melon Cotton Candy
Ramune-Soda Cotton Candy
Strawberry Cotton Candy
Boba Milk Tea
Boba Coffee
Boba Strawberry Tea
Boba Mango Tea
Boba Green Tea
Bulb Bopper
Flower Bopper
Heart Bopper
Star Bopper
Casual Kimono
Kabuki-Actor Yukata
Morning-Glory Yukata
Zori
2. Obon Nook Shopping Event (August 10 to August 16, 2026)
Cucumber Horse
Eggplant Cow
3. Cowherd & Weaver Girl Day Nook Shopping Event (August 10 to August 19, 2026)
Orihime Outfit
Hikoboshi Outfit
4. Tomato Festival Nook Shopping Event (August 20 to August 31, 2026)
Tomato Festival Tee
5. Last day snowflake recipes are available (Southern Hemisphere) (August 24, 2026)
Snowflake
6. Young spring bamboo recipes become available (Southern Hemisphere) (August 25, 2026)
Young spring bamboo
7. Bug-Off (Northern Hemisphere) (August 22, 2026)
Artisanal Bug Cage
Bug Aloha Shirt
Bug Cage
Bug Wand
Butterflies Wall
Butterfly Backpack
Ladybug Rug
Ladybug Umbrella
Spider Doorplate
Spider Web
Termite Mound
Toy Centipede
Toy Cockroach
8. Last day summer shell recipes are available (Northern Hemisphere) (August 31, 2026)
Summer shell
ACNH Events & Items September 2026
September brings fall to the Northern Hemisphere and spring to the Southern Hemisphere. Northern Hemisphere players unlock acorn and pine cone recipes on September 1 to craft cozy fall items. The Grape Harvest Festival runs all month, offering wine and grape-themed decor. Moon-Viewing Day and Chuseok celebrate harvest with traditional food and decor. Northern Hemisphere players have their final Bug-Off of the year on September 26, so don’t miss the chance to earn rare bug rewards.
1. Grape Harvest Festival Nook Shopping Event (September 1 to September 30, 2026)
Grape-Harvest Basket
2. Acorn and pine cone recipes become available (Northern Hemisphere) (September 1, 2026)
Acorns and pine cones
3. Moon-Viewing Day Nook Shopping Event (September 16 to September 25, 2026)
Dango
Moon Cakes
Moon Rug
4. Chuseok Nook Shopping Event (September 16 to September 25, 2026)
Songpyeon
5. Bug-Off (Northern Hemisphere) (September 26, 2026)
Artisanal Bug Cage
Bug Aloha Shirt
Bug Cage
Bug Wand
Butterflies Wall
Butterfly Backpack
Ladybug Rug
Ladybug Umbrella
Spider Doorplate
Spider Web
Termite Mound
Toy Centipede
Toy Cockroach
ACNH Events & Items October 2026
October is all about fall (Northern) and spring (Southern) and Halloween fun. Southern Hemisphere players enjoy cherry blossom recipes from October 1 to 10, perfect for spring crafting. The Fishing Tourney on October 10 offers autumn-themed fish rewards. The Day of the Dead event starts on October 25, with colorful marigold and sugar skull decor. Halloween on October 31 is the main highlight—dress up in costumes, carve pumpkins, and collect candy from villagers for exclusive Halloween items.
1. Cherry blossom recipes become available (Southern Hemisphere) (October 1 to October 10, 2026)
Cherry-blossom petals
2. Fishing Tourney (October 10, 2026)
Anchor Statue
Fish Doorplate
Fish-Drying Rack
Fish Pochette
Fish Print
Fish-Print Tee
Fish Rug
Fish Umbrella
Fish Wand
Fishing-Rod Stand
Fresh Cooler
Marine Pop Wall
Tackle Bag
3. Day of the Dead Nook Shopping Event (October 25 to November 3, 2026)
Marigold Decoration
4. Halloween (October 31, 2026)
Spooky Arch
Spooky Candy Set
Spooky Chair
Spooky Lantern
Spooky Lantern Set
Spooky Scarecrow
Spooky Standing Lamp
Spooky Table
Spooky Tower
Spooky Treats Basket (New In 2021)
Spooky Tree (New In 2021)
Spooky Trick Lamp (New In 2021)
Spooky Fence
Spooky Cookies (New In 2021)
Spooky Flooring
Spooky Garland
Spooky Rug
Spooky Table Setting
Spooky Wall
Spooky Carriage
Spooky Wand
ACNH Events & Items November 2026
November brings cozy fall vibes to the Northern Hemisphere and crisp spring to the Southern Hemisphere. Northern Hemisphere players unlock mushroom recipes on November 1 for whimsical fall decor. Lantern Festival offers glowing lanterns and string lights, perfect for evening island setups. Shichi-Go-San celebrates children with traditional Japanese treats and outfits. Southern Hemisphere players have a Bug-Off on November 21 for spring bug rewards. The main highlight is Turkey Day on November 26, where helping Franklin prepare the feast earns exclusive Thanksgiving-themed items. Don’t miss the final chance to craft acorn and pine cone items in the Northern Hemisphere before November 30.
1. Mushroom recipes become available (Northern Hemisphere) (November 1, 2026)
Elegant mushroom
Flat mushroom
Rare mushroom
Round mushroom
Skinny mushroom
2. Lantern Festival Nook Shopping Event (November 1 to November 11, 2026)
Handheld Lantern
3. Shichi-Go-San Nook Shopping Event (November 11 to November 20, 2026)
Chitose Ame
4. Maple Leaf Season (Northern Hemisphere) (November 16 to November 25, 2026)
Maple leaves are available for northern during this period.
5. Bug-Off (Southern Hemisphere) (November 21, 2026)
Artisanal Bug Cage
Bug Aloha Shirt
Bug Cage
Bug Wand
Butterflies Wall
Butterfly Backpack
Ladybug Rug
Ladybug Umbrella
Spider Doorplate
Spider Web
Termite Mound
Toy Centipede
Toy Cockroach
6. Turkey Day (November 26, 2026)
Turkey Day Casserole
Turkey Day Chair
Turkey Day Decorations
Turkey Day Garden Stand
Turkey Day Hearth
Turkey Day Table
Turkey Day Table Setting
Turkey Day Wheat Decor
Turkey Day Flooring
Turkey Day Rug
Turkey Day Wall
Cornucopia
Gameplay Tips:
Hosted by Franklin, the event tasks you with collecting fresh ingredients (seafood, vegetables, fruits) to help him prepare a Thanksgiving feast.
Franklin will ask for specific ingredients; bring the correct ones to unlock exclusive Turkey Day recipes.
Completing all four dish preparations earns the Cornucopia, the ultimate Turkey Day reward.
Villagers gather around the feast table and share Thanksgiving greetings; you can trade extra ingredients with them.
7. Last day acorn and pine cone recipes are available (Northern Hemisphere) (November 30, 2026)
Acorn and pine cones
ACNH Events & Items December 2026
December is a festive month full of holiday cheer across both hemispheres. Christmas preparation days (December 1-24) let you deck out your island with lights, trees, and festive decor. Toy Day on December 24 is the main highlight, where delivering gifts to villagers earns exclusive rewards from Jingle. The New Year’s Eve Countdown Event on December 31 brings villagers together for a fun celebration. Northern Hemisphere players have their final chance to craft mushroom items before December 31, while Southern Hemisphere players say goodbye to young spring bamboo recipes. Winter Solstice (Northern) and Summer Solstice (Southern) events offer hemisphere-specific seasonal items to round out the year.
1. Winter Solstice Nook Shopping Event (Northern Hemisphere) (December 15 to 22, 2026)
Aurora wall
Midwinter sweater
Bathtub with yuzu
Tangyuan
2. Summer Solstice Nook Shopping Event (Southern Hemisphere) (December 15 to 22, 2026)
Sunflower crown
Sunflower rug
Sunflower sunglasses
Maypole
3. Fishing Tourney (December 8, 2026)
Anchor Statue
Fish Doorplate
Fish-Drying Rack
Fish Pochette
Fish Print
Fish-Print Tee
Fish Rug
Fish Umbrella
Fish Wand
Fishing-Rod Stand
Fresh Cooler
Marine Pop Wall
Tackle Bag
4. Toy Day (December 24, 2026)
Dinosaur Toy
Dollhouse
Kids’ Tent
Mini Circuit
Pop-Up Book
Puppy Plushie
RC Helicopter
Tin Robot
Set of Stockings
Note:
Jingle visits the island during preparation days to share Toy Day tips. He will ask you to help him prepare gifts for villagers; completing his requests unlocks exclusive Toy Day DIY recipes. Villagers will hint at their desired gifts, so be sure to take notes!
Gameplay Tips:
Dress up as Santa (using Jingle’s Outfit) to spread holiday cheer; villagers will react positively.
Deliver the correct gifts to each villager based on their earlier hints to earn Jingle’s gratitude and exclusive rewards.
Jingle stays until midnight to exchange rewards; you can redo gift deliveries if you miss any villagers.
Toy Day DIY recipes include festive decor like Christmas wreaths and snowman figurines (Northern Hemisphere) and summer holiday decor (Southern Hemisphere).
5. Bug-Off (Southern Hemisphere) (December 19, 2026)
Artisanal Bug Cage
Bug Aloha Shirt
Bug Cage
Bug Wand
Butterflies Wall
Butterfly Backpack
Ladybug Rug
Ladybug Umbrella
Spider Doorplate
Spider Web
Termite Mound
Toy Centipede
Toy Cockroach
7. New Year’s Eve Countdown Event (December 22 to 31, 2026)
Olivier salad
Sparkling cider
8. Ōmisoka (December 22 to 31, 2026)
New Year's noodles
9. Silvester (December 22 to 31, 2026)
Berliner
10. Nochevieja (December 22 to 31, 2026)
Twelve-grape dish
11. Last day mushroom recipes are available (Northern Hemisphere) (December 31, 2026)
Elegant mushroom
Flat mushroom
Rare mushroom
Round mushroom
Skinny mushroom
12. Last day young spring bamboo recipes are available (Southern Hemisphere) (December 31, 2026)
Young spring bamboo
