How to open your free gifts in Fortnite's Winterfest 2024

Fortnite's The 2024 Winter Festival is here, transforming the island into a snowy wonderland full of festive surprises. Whether you're unwrapping everyday presents, tackling frosty challenges, or just chilling with the vibes, there's no shortage of ways to take advantage of this season. This year's event brings a combination of enjoyable and competitive fun that is ideal for both casual and experienced players.

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Whether you're looking to collect XP, get exclusive loot, or just spread some Christmas cheer, Winterfest has something for everyone. Are you ready to immerse yourself in the frosty festivities? Here's everything you need to know to make the most of this year's event and keep the season merry and bright.

Updated December 28, 2024: We've sprinkled in shiny gifts for you to collect and given Winterfest quests a frosty upgrade.

What are the winter exploration quests and rewards?

A screenshot of a player with SGT. Winter in Fortnite.

Winterfest features a number of themed quests that can be found in the quests tab. New quests will be added over the course of nine daysso check back regularly to stay updated. Completing these tasks will earn you extra XP, which will help you further unlock the Battle Pass.

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Remuneration

Survive five storm rings

Simply stay alive while playing.

25,000 XP

Talk to SGT. Winter about his winter investigation

Located south of Foxy Floodgate and northwest from Masked meadows on the mountain.

25,000 XP

First Story Quest (Case #17 The Unknown Traveler)

Talk to Noir upstairs

You must complete the above task. Noir is in Seaport.

25,000 XP

Talk to Noir to accept the first case

It is in the same place.

25,000 XP

Follow the trail…

Explore turntables, microphoneand dog statue on mountain between Brutal Boxcars and Seaport.

25,000 XP

Explore the unknown traveler

Talk to each other Snoop Dogg in a building near the track.

25,000 XP

Come back with your findings

Return to Noir v Seaport and talk to him.

25,000 XP

Second Storyline (Case #29 The Sporty Smuggler)

Talk to Noir

Noir is in Seaport.

25,000 XP

Explore three rigged basketball equipment

They are in Foxy Floodgate, Masked meadowsand Hopeful heights. Communicate with basketball nets.

25,000 XP

Go to the address on the charity receipt. Ask the mystery sponsor

Talk to each other Shaq on Masked meadows.

25,000 XP

Come back with your findings

Return to Noir v Seaport and talk to him.

25,000 XP

Third story set (Case #31 The Cat Thief)

Talk to Noir to accept another case

Noir is in Seaport.

25,000 XP

Explore Canyon Crossing and gather information about the suspected cat thief

Collect evidence in Canyon Crossing: Arcade Shop, Madbuns, and Taco Wharf.

25,000 XP

Confront a sick and twisted individual

Confront Nyanja outside Taco Wharf.

25,000 XP

Return to Noir with your findings

Return to Noir v Seaport and talk to him.

25,000 XP

Fourth Story Quest (Case #45 The Half Baked Bun)

Talk to Noir to accept another case

Noir is in Seaport City.

25,000 XP

Explore Twinkle Town and collect three pieces of information about the Yeast Supplement Counterfeiter

All three are in Hopeful heights.

25,000 XP

Confront the suspect directly

Find Dougherman to Hopeful Heights and talk to him.

25,000 XP

Return to Noir with your findings

Return to Noir v Seaport and talk to him.

25,000 XP

Finding the Fifth Story (Case #50 The Suburban Saboteur)

Talk to Noir to accept another case

Noir is in Seaport City.

25,000 XP

Collect three pieces of information about the Suburban Saboteur in Hopeful Heights.

Simple enough, go to Hopeful heights and look for exclamation points to interact with.

25,000 XP

Visit the Graffiti House

This is a building Hope is inside.

25,000 XP

Talk to Hope

Communicate with Hope inside this building.

25,000 XP

Return to Noir with your findings

Return to Noir v Seaport and talk to him.

25,000 XP

How to open free gifts

A screenshot of the opening of Winterfest in Fortnite.

One of the most exciting parts of Winterfest is the opportunity to unwrap presents for free. To open your daily gift, head to the main hall and click the snowflake icon at the top right your screen. From there, select 'Visit Chat' enter a cozy holiday-themed environment full of surprises.

On the left and right side of the hut, a bunch of gifts are waiting for you. Select one to openand enjoy your reward! You can open one gift every day for 14 days or until January 7, 2025 if you missed any.

You can earn things like guitars, emotes, and gliders. The Yulejacket Outfit and Santa Dogg Outfit are among the more exclusive loot that can be obtained.

What are all the freebies?

A screenshot of a Fortnite player receiving a gift from Winterfest.

On the right side of the screen:

  • Mint Paraglider
  • Snow Sparkle Contrail
  • It's Cold Jac! Back Bling
  • Dogg Treat Pickaxe
  • Christmas bag back Bling

On the left side of the screen:

  • Snoop's Holladizzle Bass
  • Humbug Slicer Pickaxe
  • Winterfest guitar
  • Keys from the tree, choose Naughty and Crashed Chill sprays
  • Yulejacket's Blaster
  • Run It Up Jam Track
  • Leather Christmas jackets (open all gifts on the left side)

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How to attend a Mariah Carey event

Mariah brings holiday cheer to Fortnite's Battle Royale mode. to find her leaping towards the glowing golden aura only on the map southeast of Brutal Boxcars. Once you arrive, wait a minute or two for it to dramatically emerge from its icy enclosure.

Fighting is prohibited at this point and place.

When she's free, you can join her in a special dance emotion. After her performance, Mariah will shoot you high into the sky giving you an aerial view before you land back in the action, ready to take on enemy players.

After your first visit to Mariah's event, returning to her during subsequent games and dancing nearby for a set amount of time will earn you a Holiday Present – an item that rewards you with random loot. You can also buy them from her for 400 cash.

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