All Fortnite season start and end dates

Fortnite has come a long way since its initial release in 2017. The game’s evolution can be traced through its various seasons and chapters, each bringing new content, map changes, and gameplay mechanics. But with so many seasons and chapters behind the game, it can be hard to keep track of it all. Keep reading as we list all the Fortnite season start and end dates for you to look through.

Timeline of all Fortnite seasons

Season Name Start date End date Duration
Preseason September 12, 2017 25 October 2017 44 days
Season 1 First step 25 October 2017 13 December 2017 50 days
Season 2 Fort Knights 14 December 2017 21 February 2018 70 days
Season 3 Meteor strike 22 February 2018 30 April 2018 58 days
Season 4 Hoop for effect 1 May 2018 12 July 2018 73 days
Season 5 Worlds collide 12 July 2018 September 27, 2018 78 days
Season 6 Darkness rises September 27, 2018 December 6, 2018 71 days
Season 7 You better watch out December 6, 2018 28 February 2019 84 days
Season 8 X marks the spot 28 February 2019 9 May 2019 70 days
Season 9 The future is yours 9 May 2019 1 August 2019 84 days
Season X Out of time 1 August 2019 13 October 2019 73 days
Chapter 2 Season 1 New world 15 October 2019 February 20, 2020 128 days
Chapter 2 Season 2 Top secret February 20, 2020 17 June 2020 119 days
Chapter 2 Season 3 Spray down 17 June 2020 27 August 2020 71 days
Chapter 2 Season 4 Nexus War 27 August 2020 1 December 2020 95 days
Chapter 2 Season 5 Zero point December 2, 2020 15 March 2021 103 days
Chapter 2 Season 6 Primal 16 March 2021 7 June 2021 85 days
Chapter 2 Season 7 Invasion 8 June 2021 12 September 2021 97 days
Chapter 2 Season 8 Dice 13 September 2021 4 December 2021 83 days
Chapter 3 Season 1 Turned 5 December 2021 19 March 2022 105 days
Chapter 3 Season 2 Resistance March 20, 2022 4 June 2022 76 days
Chapter 3 Season 3 Vibin’ 5 June 2022 17 September 2022 105 days
Chapter 3 Season 4 Paradise 18 September 2022 3 December 2022 76 days
Chapter 4 Season 1 A new beginning 4 December 2022 10 March 2023 97 days
Chapter 4 Season 2 HUGE 10 March 2023 9 June 2023 90 days
Chapter 4 Season 3 WILD 9 June 2023 25 August 2023 76 days
Chapter 4 Season 4 Last resort 25 August 2023 3 November 2023 71 days
Fortnite AND 3 November 2023 2 December 2023 29 days
Chapter 5 Season 1 Underground 3 December 2023 March 8, 2024 97 days
Chapter 5 Season 2 Myths and mortals March 9, 2024 24 May 2024 75 days
Chapter 5 Season 3 Destroyed 24 May 2024 16 August 2024 84 days
Chapter 5 Season 4 Absolute doom 16 August 2024 November 2, 2024 78 days
All Fortnite season start and end dates

How long is a Fortnite season?

The length of Fortnite seasons is mostly unpredictable. Over the years, Epic Games has played quite a bit with season lengths. Sometimes they’re short and sweet, other times they drag on forever (Chapter 2, Season 1).

On average, you can expect a season of Fortnite to stick around about 75 days. It is approximately two and a half months or 10-11 weeks. This is usually enough time to max out your Battle Pass and get tired of the new POIs of the current season.

Fortnite chapter 5 season 4 official image
Image credits: Fortnite by Epic Games

In the early days, season lengths were all over the place, though in recent chapters Epic Games has aimed for more consistent season lengths, typically from 70 to 100 days. They’re aiming for that sweet spot where there’s enough time to enjoy all the new content and complete the Battle Pass, but not so long that players get bored and wander off to play other games.

What is the current Fortnite season and when does it end?

At the time of writing, Fortnite is in the midst of Chapter 5 Season 4 titled “Absolute doom.” If you’re into Marvel, you’ll probably love this season. This season centers around Marvel characters, especially Doctor Doom, and features new superhero-themed skins, powers, and map changes. Fortnite Chapter 5 Season 4 is scheduled to end it November 2, 2024.

When is the next Fortnite season?

The next Fortnite season is scheduled to begin between November 2 -4, 2024 (official dates are not confirmed yet). After the end of Chapter 5, Season 4 “Absolute Doom”, players can expect some server downtime while Epic Games prepares for the transition. The exact duration of this downtime typically varies, but it usually lasts several hours.

Before the next Fortnite Chapter 5 Season 5 release date, players will experience a brief return to Chapter 2 through another Fortnite OG event. This temporary nostalgic period will act as a bridge between Chapter 5 and Chapter 6, in the same way that the previous OG season connected Chapters 4 and 5.

As Fortnite continues to evolve, each new season and chapter brings exciting changes to the game. From map overhauls to innovative gameplay mechanics, Epic Games consistently works to keep the Fortnite experience fresh and engaging for its millions of players worldwide. That said, which season did you love the most? Let us know in the comments below!

Ash Singh

Ash is a gaming and esports writer/editor with a rich background in the industry since 2017. From being a beta tester, Ash evolved to become an esports player specializing in MOBAs such as AoV, Pokémon Unite and Wild Rift . His expertise spans mobile gaming and various video game platforms, with a particular passion for League of Legends.