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Fortnite Season Updates & Next Event Leaks

Epic has dated the Chapter 7 end event for December 5, 2026. Check the confirmed schedule and see which patch or Chapter 8 reports still need an official announcement.

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01 / CONFIRMED DATES

What’s next in Fortnite?

DateEpic’s schedule
November 12–14Lil Uzi Vert, Buggy and Cap’n Hatsune Miku have announced Shop dates. Kasane Teto’s Music Pass starts November 12. See the Shop release breakdown.
November 15 & 22Epic lists Captain’s Days on both dates. Check the lobby announcement for the current boss, loot and start time.
December 5Chapter 7 end event. Epic’s season announcement gives the date. Check Fortnite’s news for the event start time and playlist instructions.
December 5Fortnite Crew changes launch. Epic says monthly V-Bucks start at 1,000 and reach 1,600 at the 12-month tier. Read the Crew changes.

Epic announced Saturday Treasure Hours as a recurring event. Follow the Treasure Hours page for dated sessions and published multipliers. Epic’s season announcement.

02 / REPORTS AWAITING CONFIRMATION

Patch and Chapter 8 watchlist

v43.10 timing

Dexerto’s update coverage discusses v43.10 without an official patch date. A Shop release or Captain’s Day on the same week can arrive independently of numbered patch downtime. Check Fortnite Status for the version and downtime announcement.

Chapter 8 start and the finale hour

A September calendar leak reported by VICE points to December 5 for Chapter 8. Epic’s own announcement confirms the Chapter 7 finale on that date. The Chapter 8 start, downtime length and finale hour still await separate confirmation. VICE’s report on the leaked calendar · Epic’s finale announcement.

03 / BETWEEN SEASONS

Where to check when the calendar changes

  • Fortnite news for event dates, season announcements and official patch notes.
  • Fortnite Status for downtime, fixes and temporary gameplay changes.
  • Fortnite Item Shop for rotating offers, and the game client for eligibility and expiry.

Captain’s references

Sources & notes

Reviewed by Loot Compass.

Next in the logCheck Treasure Hours and local start times