Stardew Valley’s SquidFest is a delightful addition to winter activities. It is a mini-festival that takes place on the 12th and 13th of Winter each year. It offers promising opportunities for players to compete in friendly fishing competitions, earn exclusive prizes, and enjoy the festive winter atmosphere.
SquidFest takes place for two days, which gives plenty of time to hunt squid in exchange for rewards. The more squid you catch, the better the prizes you can claim, including everything from bait and coffee to rare items like a Squid Hat and an exclusive painting. This guide will walk you through everything you need to know about the SquidFest festival in Stardew Valley.
SquidFest Festival Guide
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+ 2SquidFest takes place each year on the 12th and 13th of Winter and runs from 6:10 a.m. to 2:00 a.m. You will find the event set up at the beach in Stardew Valley, where a fisherman’s tent is located at the northwest corner. You will find a large SquidFest sign next to the tent that marks the spot.
Unlike other festivals, SquidFest doesn’t disrupt your regular schedule. Shops and homes across the valley stay open, allowing you to enjoy the event while keeping up with your usual village activities.
How to Participate in SquidFest
Bring your fishing rod and head to the beach to join the festival. Your aim is to catch as many squid as possible to boost your rewards. Each squid adds points, and the more you catch, the higher the reward tier you’ll reach.
There is no strict requirement to attend the festival, but to get the most out of it, it’s best to come prepared. Bringing Squid Baits and a quality fishing rod—like the Fiberglass, Iridium, or Advanced Iridium Rod—can boost your chances of catching more squid.
SquidFest Rewards
click to enlarge + 2You will get one point every time you catch one squid during SquidFest. Once you reach the required points, you can claim your prize from the fisherman. Keep an eye on the counter at the top-left of your screen to track your progress as the progress resets between days. SquidFest offers four tiers of rewards each day, depending on the number of squid you catch.
Day 1 SquidFest Rewards (Winter 12th)
| Tier | Squid Required | Rewards |
|---|---|---|
| Bronze | 1 | 20x Deluxe Bait |
| Silver | 3 | 10x Winter Seeds, 1x Dish O’ the Sea, or 2x Mystery Box |
| Gold | 5 | 1x Pearl, 3x Coffee |
| Iridium | 5 | 1x Squid Kid Painting, 1x The Art O’ Crabbing Book, 1x Seafoam Pudding, or 3x Mystery Boxes |
Day 2 SquidFest Rewards (Winter 13th)
| Tier | Squid Required | Rewards |
|---|---|---|
| Bronze | 2 | 1x Trap Bobber |
| Silver | 5 | 15x Winter Seeds, 1x Dish O’ the Sea, or 3x Mystery Box |
| Gold | 7 | 1x Treasure Chest, 3x Triple Shot Espresso |
| Iridium | 10 | 1x Squid Hat, 1x The Art O’ Crabbing Book, or 3x Mystery Boxes |
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