FFXIV hosts so-called Seasonal Events several times a year. They come back at the same time each year and usually give you a Glamor, Mount or Minion and some Housing Items.

So here I’m going to recap what to expect from each event throughout the year and what kind of items you’re likely to find as rewards. Below is a list of events that appear in order each year, so you can make sure you don’t miss a single one.

1. Heavensturn

The first event of the year is Heavensturn. This happens sometime between January and February. It celebrates this New Year and usually awards a Glamor themed to that year’s lunar animals.

2. Valentione’s Day & Little Ladies’ Day

The second group of events is Valentione’s Day and Little Ladies’ Day. These festivals take place between February and March. Join some NPCs you may have forgotten about love and women and cherry trees blooming. These events usually reward players with Emote and Glamor.

3.Hatching-Tide

The third event of note is Hatching-Tide. It happens between April and May. This is FFXIV version of Easter. Let’s all wait for the mini-game FATE to pop up and do something involving chickens and eggs. Then retrieve the new Glamor or Minion associated with the chicken.

4. Moonfire Faire

The fourth event is Moonfire Faire. The exact dates of the event seem to vary, but they usually hold it during June and July. You can enjoy the annual Jumping Puzzle and play with your charm.

If you reach the top of the tower, take a selfie and brag about it. You can also beat the heat by solving puzzles. So have you ever reached the top? The event usually awards players a summer-themed Glamor, though this year it’s a bit of a stretch.

5. Rising Event

The fifth event is Rising. It always starts in August and ends in September. The event is to celebrate the release anniversary of FFXIV’s “A Realm Reborn”. 

Players can travel through time and space with NPCs from past expansions and learn about the legend of Eorzea. This event usually rewards Minions related to past expansion packs.

6. All Saints’ Wake

The sixth event is All Saints’ Wake. This is a Halloween-Themed event, usually held in October or November. There’s going to be a lot of very interesting stories of characters trying to disturb Eorzea. The event usually rewards Spooky-Themed Glamours and some kind of Halloween-Themed food, as well as Mount and Minion.

7. Starlight Celebration

The seventh and final event is Starlight Celebration. It usually starts and ends in December. Personally, this is my favorite activity. Players will team up with a very special NPC to bring a little light to Eorzea and earn the fantastic Mount and Minion.

Other Events

You might also be interested in Make It Rain Campaign, usually held in June or July. They help you get the most out of your FFXIV MGP. There is also Moogle Tomestone Event, where you can exchange Moogle Tomestone for Minions, Mounts, and Orchestral Rolls.

These happen about a month before each patch. It should be noted that the activity dates introduced here are approximate dates, and the specific time will be adjusted according to the situation. 

Don’t worry if you missed these events. After one year, you can spend FFXIV Gil on the online store to get these event rewards. But why waste money when you can experience the full story and get rewarded for free?

Have you taken part in any activities? What are your favorite events and rewards? I look forward to hearing and seeing your thoughts. I hope you found all your questions answered in this short recap, and I’ll see you guys in-game!