99 Nights in the Forest Christmas Event Guide: Complete Survival Walkthrough

The Christmas Event in 99 Nights in the Forest is not just a holiday reskin or a quick side activity. This is a full scale limited time overhaul that completely changes how the game is played for a few weeks. Survival is still important, but during this event, your priorities shift toward rescuing elves, delivering gifts, managing Candy Canes, and making smart decisions that will affect your long term progression.

I have spent a lot of nights surviving this forest since the early versions of the game, and I can confidently say the Christmas Event is one of the most rewarding updates the developers have ever shipped. If you are short on time and want to fast track progress, some players do choose to use PVPBank to buy 99 Nights in the Forest items during the event. That said, everything in this guide is written from the perspective of actually playing the event the intended way and getting the most value out of it.

This guide is designed to be a complete walkthrough of the 99 Nights in the Forest Christmas Event, written in a clear and practical way so you do not waste time or miss permanent rewards.

What Makes the 99 Nights in the Forest Christmas Event Special

Unlike the base game loop where your only concern is surviving night after night, the Christmas Event introduces a second layer of objectives. You are now responsible for helping Santa by rescuing lost elves and delivering gifts across dangerous terrain.

Every rescued elf rewards you with a Christmas Present. Inside these presents, you will find Candy Canes, the exclusive event currency. Candy Canes disappear once the event ends, so how you spend them matters more than how many you collect.

The event also progresses over multiple phases, with later stages introducing hostile entities that actively target elves. This forces you to balance combat, exploration, and rescue timing instead of playing passively.

Christmas Event Timeline Explained

The Christmas Event is divided into three main phases.

Stage one focuses on basic elf rescues and simple gift deliveries. Enemy pressure is low, and this is the best time to learn routes and stockpile resources.

Stage two introduces more gift piles, snowman transformations, and increased map activity. This phase rewards players who explore efficiently.

Stage three is where things get serious. Hostile entities become more aggressive, and elves are hunted more frequently. If you did not prepare earlier, this phase will punish you.

The event ends on December twenty eighth, and all Candy Canes expire at that point.

Elf Rescue Mechanics and Strategy

Elf rescues are the backbone of the Christmas Event. Elves can appear trapped in trees, frozen lakes, snowbanks, or hard to reach terrain.

When you find an elf, you usually need a specific tool to rescue them. That is where preparation matters.

Rescuing elves rewards Christmas Presents, which contain Candy Canes, gear, and sometimes temporary buffs.

Veteran advice here is simple. Always prioritize elf rescues over random exploration during the event. Candy Canes fuel everything.

Elf Rescue Tools and Their Uses

All elf rescue tools are purchased from the Santa Sack near your campfire. These tools cost Mossy Coins, which you find naturally while exploring.

The Ladder is the most important early game tool. Tree trapped elves appear often, and this tool gives the best value per cost.

Ice Skates are essential for frozen lake rescues and winter biome movement.

The Shovel is required for snow buried elves and hidden locations.

The Sled is a transport tool that becomes more relevant later in the event.

If you are new, buy the Ladder first. It pays for itself quickly.

Gift Delivery System Breakdown

Gift delivery is the second major progression system during the Christmas Event.

You will find glowing gift piles scattered across the map. Each gift is linked to a specific house shown on your interface.

Your job is to safely transport the gift to the correct location without getting ambushed.

Completing deliveries rewards Candy Canes and sometimes temporary buffs like the snowman transformation, which grants brief immunity to hostile entities.

Plan routes carefully. Rushing through known enemy zones is how most players lose gifts.

Christmas Event Classes Explained

Two event specific classes are available during the Christmas Event, and both serve very different playstyles.

Brute Class

The Brute is designed for players who like to protect objectives. It draws enemy attention and reduces damage taken.

At higher levels, the Brute gains area attacks that are excellent for defending elves during late stage rescues.

This class is ideal if you play aggressively or support teammates.

Explorer Class

The Explorer is built for efficiency. It offers faster movement, more inventory space, and improved resource detection.

If your goal is to complete daily objectives, cover more ground, and maximize Candy Cane income, Explorer is the better choice.

From experience, solo players benefit more from Explorer, while group players get more value from Brute.

Christmas Elf Shop Overview

The Christmas Elf Shop is accessed by speaking to the Elf King and Elf Queen in the lobby.

This shop contains eight items that can be purchased using Candy Canes. Some items are permanent, while others disappear when the event ends.

Permanent items should always be your priority.

All Christmas Elf Shop Items Explained

Santa’s Helper Class costs thirty Candy Canes and increases Candy Cane earnings during the event. This is the most valuable purchase and should be your first goal.

Santa’s Mailbox and Festive Couch are furniture items that are purely cosmetic.

Christmas Bunny and Christmas Wolf permanently change the appearance of your tamed animals and carry over after the event ends.

Three additional items unlock later in the week, so keep checking back.

Any item marked with a clock icon will disappear after the event, so do not overspend on temporary cosmetics.

Winter Forest Changes During Christmas Event

One of the most underrated changes during the Christmas Event is the removal of freezing damage in the winter biome.

This opens up safe exploration routes that are normally too risky.

Snow covered terrain also improves visibility, making it easier to spot loot, gift piles, and elves.

Enemy density is slightly reduced during daylight hours, making winter farming safer than usual.

If you need Mossy Coins or Candy Canes, winter forest farming is extremely efficient during the event.

Tips for Maximizing Candy Canes

Rescue elves whenever you see them, even if it means detouring.

Complete gift deliveries early in each phase before enemy pressure ramps up.

Buy Santa’s Helper as soon as possible.

Spend Candy Canes on permanent unlocks first.

Never let Candy Canes sit unused near the end of the event.

Common Mistakes to Avoid

Ignoring elf rescues early will slow your entire progression.

Spending Candy Canes on temporary items first is a waste.

Skipping daily shop visits costs you free resources.

Entering late phase areas without tools will get elves killed.

The event rewards preparation more than skill.

Final Thoughts From a Veteran Player

The 99 Nights in the Forest Christmas Event is one of those rare updates that actually adds meaningful depth instead of shallow rewards.

If you play it smart, this event can boost your progression far beyond what normal survival runs offer.

Focus on elves, prioritize permanent rewards, and respect the event timeline.

Do that, and you will walk away from the Christmas Event stronger than ever.