Fortnite Winterfest server maintenance & downtime: Timings, what to expect & more

Ready for the new update?

The fans and gamers are pretty excited for the new Fortnite Winterfest update v39.11, which is happening today. We are getting new collaborative skins, cozy cabins and more.

Fans are excited to see the many collaborations and crossovers, which are going to start today. Let’s check out more details in this article.

Fortnite Winterfest server maintenance & downtime

The server will go offline for the update v39.11 on Thursday, December 18, 2025, at 4 AM ET/ 2:30 PM IST.

It is expected that this downtime will last for 90 minutes. That means it is expected that the server will be online by 10.30am GMT / 2.30am PDT / 5.30am EDT / 11.30am CET.

We will keep you guys updated with the server status in this article, so make sure to bookmark this page.

Servers are online now!

What to expect?

The map is going to be transformed with partial snow biomes. Players can grind quests for rewards, unwrap 14+ Cabin gifts (emotes, wraps, skins?), and test holiday mythics/items. Mariah Carey is also returning to the Item Shop.

Upcoming crossovers

• Harry Potter: Custom Hogwarts house skins.
• Bleach: Ichigo, Rukia & more (Thousand-Year Blood War styles).
• SpongeBob & Patrick: Adorable Sidekicks.
• Snow Hatsune Miku: Winter Vocaloid glow-up.
• Santa Sabrina Carpenter: Festive pop star variant.
• Baby Groot Sidekick.
• Dr. Emmett Brown: Back to the Future with Delorean glider?

Item Shop Release Schedule

Everyone is pretty excited for the Fortnite Winterfest update in the game. Make sure to end your games fast, as the server will go offline from 4 AM ET for every platform.

What are your thoughts on the new update and crossovers? Do share your thoughts and views with us in the comments section.

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