Guild Wars 2 Festivals

Specific calculators and guides to maximize your profits during annual festivals

What are Festivals?

Festivals in Guild Wars 2 are seasonal celebrations that occur throughout the year. Each festival has its own theme, unique activities, and special rewards. These events typically last about 3 weeks and offer unique opportunities for farming and obtaining exclusive items.

Unique Activities

Each festival includes specific activities such as puzzles, races, combat events, and special events.

Exclusive Items

Skins, weapons, and other items that are only available during the festival.

Temporary Rewards

Materials, currencies, and other resources that can be sold for gold on the Trading Post.

Festival Farming Strategies

During the Festival

Participate in Activities

Complete daily activities to obtain consistent rewards.

Intensive Farming

Dedicate time to the most profitable activities of the festival.

After the Festival

Strategic Selling

Wait for prices to rise after the festival.

Market Analysis

Monitor prices to identify the best selling moment.

How to Earn Gold in Festivals?

Festivals are one of the best opportunities to generate gold in Guild Wars 2. Each festival has specific farming methods that can generate between 20-30g per hour depending on your efficiency and the festival in question.

Main Methods

Activity Farming

Repeatedly participate in the most profitable activities of the festival.

Container Opening

Open bags, envelopes, and other containers to obtain valuable items.

Material Selling

Sell festival-specific materials on the Trading Post.

Advanced Strategies

Storage

Save items to sell them in the next festival.

Multiple Characters

Use several characters to maximize daily rewards.

💡 Pro Tip

The most profitable festivals are usually Halloween (Trick-or-Treat Bags) and Wintersday (Wintersday Gifts). These can generate 30-40g per hour with efficient farming. Use our specific calculators to determine the exact profitability of each activity.

General Tips

Planning

Research festivals in advance and prepare your characters.

Diversification

Don't focus on just one activity, explore all options.

Community

Join organized groups to maximize efficiency.

Enjoy

Remember that festivals are designed to be fun.