- Haunted Floating Festival when does it end: The 2026 event closes on October 31, 2026.
- Start date: The festival opened on October 7, 2026, giving players a 25-day window.
- Entry method: Access the floating island through the Plaza portal or the in-game Event menu.
- Main content: 9 puzzles, 10 ghost photo targets, and the new Haunted Mansion mysteries.
- Key warning: Unfinished activities and unclaimed rewards may become unavailable after the event ends.
Haunted Floating Festival End Date and Full Timeline
The Haunted Floating Festival is Disney Dreamlight Valley's limited-time Halloween event, and the 2026 edition runs from October 7 to October 31, 2026. If you are searching for when the Haunted Floating Festival ends, the answer is simple: all festival activities close at the end of October 31, 2026, in line with the official event announcement on the Disney Dreamlight Valley website.
Here is how the full event window breaks down:
| Phase | Dates | What Happens | Player Priority |
|---|---|---|---|
| Event opening | October 7, 2026 | Portal opens in the Plaza; returning puzzles available | Enter the island and start early puzzles |
| Mid-event | October 7–31, 2026 | Ghost Hunt tasks and daily mystery check-ins active | Photograph all 10 ghosts |
| Haunted Mansion rollout | During the event window | New mansion puzzles, Haunted Library, and key fragments | Unlock mansion rooms and solve armor challenges |
| Final stretch | October 25–31, 2026 | Last week to clear remaining content | Finish unfinished puzzles and claim rewards |
| Event close | October 31, 2026 | Festival access ends | Confirm all rewards are collected |
Several activities, including the Ghost Hunt photo tasks and staged puzzle unlocks, are spread across the event period. Trying to finish everything in the final hours on October 31 risks missing rewards tied to daily check-ins and multi-step mansion puzzles.
What Closes When the Festival Ends
When the Haunted Floating Festival ends, access to the floating island and its activities is expected to close along with it. Based on how the event is structured in the official announcement, the table below shows what each content type requires before the deadline.
| Content | Availability During Event | Risk If Unfinished | Suggested Deadline |
|---|---|---|---|
| Returning puzzles | October 7–31 | Rewards lost for the year | October 20 |
| New Haunted Mansion puzzles | During event window | Mansion rewards missed | October 27 |
| Ghost Hunt (10 targets) | During event window | Photo task rewards missed | October 28 |
| Daily mystery check-ins | Every day of the event | Missed daily progress | Log in daily |
| Limited furniture and clothing rewards | Claim after puzzle completion | Unclaimed rewards may be unavailable | October 31 |
Returning Puzzles
- Fan-favorite puzzles from the 2025 festival
- Available from day one
- Solve early to bank rewards
Haunted Mansion
- New for 2026
- Includes Haunted Library and hidden rooms
- Multi-step key and armor challenges
Ghost Hunt
- 10 ghosts to photograph
- Spread across the floating island
- Requires the in-game camera
Open the Event menu each session to confirm which puzzles and ghost tasks remain. The event page is the fastest way to see what is still open before October 31.
Step-by-Step: Finishing Before October 31
Follow this route to clear the festival efficiently in the remaining weeks.
Enter through the Plaza portal
Travel to the Plaza and interact with the Haunted Floating Festival portal, or use the entry option in the Event menu to reach the floating island.
Clear the returning puzzles first
Work through the returning puzzle lineup, including the combination pillars, spooky tree, and potion brewer's cottage, since these are available from the start.
Unlock the Haunted Mansion
Progress into the new 2026 mansion content, collecting keys and key fragments, unlocking the bedroom, library, and hidden basement areas.
Complete the Ghost Hunt
Photograph all 10 ghosts using the camera. Check corners, interiors, and less-traveled paths where ghosts are easy to miss.
Claim every reward and verify
Before October 31, confirm each puzzle's reward has been collected and review your festival checklist one final time.
Group your sessions around one objective at a time: puzzles in one session, mansion exploration in another, and ghost photography in a third. This prevents wasted travel between the island and the Valley.
Ghost Hunt and Daily Check-In Deadlines
The Ghost Hunt is one of the most time-sensitive parts of the festival. The 2026 event includes 10 ghost photography targets distributed across the floating island, and the daily mystery check-ins reward consistent logins throughout the 25-day event.
| Task Type | Frequency | Total Possible Completions | Deadline |
|---|---|---|---|
| Daily mystery check-in | Once per day | Up to 25 | Each day, October 7–31 |
| Ghost photography | One-time per ghost | 10 ghosts | October 31, 2026 |
| Mansion room unlocks | Progressive | All mansion areas | October 31, 2026 |
Ghost photo tasks can only be completed while the festival island is open. Photograph ghosts as you encounter them rather than saving them for the final days.
Before the Festival Ends on October 31:
- Solve all returning puzzles from the 2025 lineup
- Complete every new Haunted Mansion puzzle and the Haunted Library
- Photograph all 10 Ghost Hunt targets
- Log in for daily mystery check-ins
- Claim all limited furniture, clothing, and collectible rewards
2026 vs 2025: What Changed This Year
If you played the 2025 festival, the 2026 edition keeps the core structure but adds meaningful new content. Understanding the differences helps returning players prioritize their remaining time.
| Feature | 2025 Festival | 2026 Festival |
|---|---|---|
| Event length | October Halloween window | 25 days, October 7–31 |
| Puzzles | Core island puzzles | 9 puzzles including returning favorites |
| Haunted Mansion | Not featured | New mansion, library, and hidden areas |
| Ghost Hunt | Limited ghost tasks | 10 ghost photography targets |
| Daily content | Standard event flow | Daily mystery check-ins |
Returning players should head straight to the Haunted Mansion content first, since it is entirely new for 2026, then use familiar knowledge to clear the returning puzzles quickly.
FAQ
Q: When does the Haunted Floating Festival end in 2026?
The Haunted Floating Festival runs from October 7 to October 31, 2026. All festival activities, including the Haunted Mansion puzzles and the Ghost Hunt, close when the event ends on October 31.
Q: Can I still enter the floating island after October 31?
No. Once the limited-time event period ends, the Plaza portal and Event menu entry to the floating island are expected to close. Complete all activities and claim your rewards before the deadline.
Q: What content is new in the 2026 festival compared to 2025?
The 2026 festival adds new Haunted Mansion puzzles, the Haunted Library, hidden areas, and 10 Ghost Hunt photography targets, alongside returning puzzles from the 2025 event.
Q: What should I finish first with limited time left?
Prioritize the new Haunted Mansion content, then the 10 Ghost Hunt targets, then any returning puzzles and daily check-ins. Finish all reward claims before October 31, 2026.
For official schedule changes or deadline extensions, check the official Haunted Floating Festival 2026 announcement and the Steam community announcements.