The holidays are landing in Candy Crush Saga with new looks, cosy vibes and two exciting events to keep you playing all season long. Whether you love tournaments, chasing sweet rewards or just enjoying the winter sparkle in the game… you’re in the right place.
Here’s what’s coming your way this December.
🎉 Candy Unwrapped Tournament
Candy Unwrapped is back with a fresh festive style and a fun Candy Celebration mini-tournament you can jump right into.
How to Play
• Play new levels to collect Color Bombs
• Each Color Bomb gives you points
• Climb the leaderboard and reach the Final
• Top players in the Final can win up to 100 Gold Bars
Dates:
• Qualifier: 11–14 December
• Final: 16–17 December
We’re also rolling out the new Candy Unwrapped look at the same time, so once it appears in your game, tell us what you think. We’d love to hear your feedback.
🏆❄️ Winter Cup
The biggest event of the season is back… and the prize is huge.
If you joined last year, you know this is the one players look forward to the most. If you’re new: get ready. Winter Cup is a multi-stage tournament where the very best players battle for the grand holiday reward.
What You Can Win
The champions of the Final will earn 100 Gold Bars every month in 2026.
That’s a whole year of Gold Bars. Yes… really.
How to Play
• Play levels and collect blue candies
• Move up your leaderboard
• Survive each stage to reach the Final
• Finish 1st in your Final leaderboard to win the year’s supply of Gold Bars
Tournament Stages & Dates
• Qualifier: 22–25 December
• 1st Knockout: 27–30 December
• 2nd Knockout: 31 December – 3 January
• Final: 4–6 January
⛄ Winter Adventure
A special winter themed Saga Adventure will run during the season.
You’ll spot a character waiting to be rescued at the end of each episode.
Same mechanic as older Adventures, just with a cosy winter makeover.
📌 Winter Wonders Pins
Pins return later in the month with a snowy new theme.
If you love collecting them, this set will be a sweet one.
💬 Tell Us What You Think
There’s a lot happening this month, from new looks to two festive tournaments.
Share your thoughts, your favourite moments, or your screenshots below, we always love seeing them.
