The curtain on Chapter 6 will fall with a Simpsons-themed live event in Fortnite, and Epic Games has set the date and time: the in-game event begins on Saturday, November 1, at 11 AM Eastern Time. This event ushers in a Simpsons mini-season that includes a Springfield-themed map, a new Battle Pass, weapons, and themed POIs.
What to expect and where the time comes from
Epic Games confirm the start time in a post on X that announces Kang and Kodos will deliver a “special announcement” in-game. The announcement is expected to be followed by downtime while the Simpsons mini-season rolls into place.
Kang and Kodos have arrived in Fortnite with a message for all of you humans, be sure to tune in-game on Nov 1 at 11AM ET. pic.twitter.com/vC5zcSfgmA
— Fortnite (@Fortnite) October 27, 2025
Event start times around the world
Live events tend to hit server queues hard, so enter the game early if you want a good spot. The event is due to start at the listed local times below.
| Time Zone | Fortnite Live Event Time |
|---|---|
| Pacific Time (PT) | 8 AM – Nov. 1 |
| Central Time (CT) | 10 AM – Nov. 1 |
| Eastern Time (ET) | 11 AM – Nov. 1 |
| Greenwich Mean Time (GMT) | 3 PM – Nov. 1 |
| Australian Eastern Time (AET) | 1 AM – Nov. 2 |
Quick tips for watching
- Log in early, live-event queues can fill fast and matchmaking may take longer than usual.
- Expect the possibility of temporary downtime after the event while new content deploys.
- It is not yet clear whether PvP will be disabled during the event, so be prepared for in-game action to be interrupted by players.
If you want background on the rumors that led here, we previously covered a leak claiming a Simpsons mini-season and Springfield map, and another leak that mentioned a full Springfield map.
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