Garena Free Fire MAX is lighting up the battlefield with the vibrant Holi Carnival 2026 event, also dubbed Holi: Beat Carnival. This festive extravaganza features a star-studded collaboration with global DJ Alok, transforming Battle Royale (BR) and Clash Squad (CS) modes into a pulsating music festival. Starting today, players worldwide can log in to claim exclusive free rewards, complete thrilling missions, and top up diamonds for massive bonuses. Get ready to drop the beat and splash colors on your enemies!
Event Dates and Overview
The Holi Carnival kicks off on February 20, 2026, and runs through the peak Holi celebrations (likely until early March). Dive into special event modes where Solara map glows with sunset skies, Bloomtown turns into a concert arena, and new mechanics like Dance Grenades and Soundwave Zones add chaos and fun to every match. Earn Lightstick Tokens and Panther Tokens by playing matches, cheering for Alok's performance, and completing daily missions to unlock stage upgrades and rewards.
All Free Rewards
No diamonds required! Complete event missions, log in daily, and collect tokens to grab these amazing freebies. Here's the full list:
| Reward | Description |
|---|---|
| Magic Cube | Rare item to exchange for legendary outfits in the Magic Cube Store. |
| Rodeo Superstar Bundle | Vibrant female Holi-themed outfit perfect for celebrations. |
| UMP: Sea of Hues | Gun skin with Double Range boost for extra firepower. |
| Monster Truck Skin | Colorful vehicle skin splashed with Holi colors. |
| Holi Loot Box | Festive crate designed like a bucket of water balloons and colors. |
| Skyboard | DJ-turntable-inspired board for stylish drops. |
| Gloo Wall Skins | Themed defensive walls with traditional Indian Holi designs. |
Exclusive Bundles and Premium Goodies
While free rewards are plentiful, premium bundles await in Ring Events and Faded Wheel spins:
- Beat Carnival Bundle: Premium outfit with Black Panther-style mask, glowing eyes, and special kill/knockdown animations.
- Golden Shade Bundle: Legendary incubator-tier outfit rumored to return - a must-have for collectors!
- Other highlights: Panther Move Emote, Total Eclipse Katana.
Save your diamonds for these spins during the event.
100% Bonus Diamonds Top-Up Event
Double your diamonds! During peak Holi days, enjoy a 100% bonus on all diamond top-ups. Buy 500 diamonds and get 1,000 total - perfect for Ring Events and more!
How to Claim Rewards
- Log into Free Fire MAX daily starting February 20.
- Head to the Events tab and select Holi Carnival / Beat Carnival.
- Complete daily missions and play BR/CS matches to earn Lightstick and Panther Tokens.
- Exchange tokens for rewards and cheer to upgrade Alok's stage.
- Top up diamonds during bonus periods for maximum value.
Pro Tip: Focus on event zones like Soundwave Zones for bonus tokens and loot.
New Gameplay Features
- Dance Grenade: Throw to force enemies into a hilarious dance animation mid-battle!
- Soundwave Zone: Boosts movement speed and HP recovery in BR/CS.
- Panther Party Truck: Roaming vehicle with bonus loot.
- Alok's Projection: Massive stage visuals and effects across maps.
- Speaker Trampoline: Bounce higher in CS mode.
Tips to Maximize Rewards
- Log in every day - don't miss limited-time claims!
- Play in squads for faster token farming.
- Top up early during 100% bonus to spin Ring Events.
- Take event-themed photos with Alok for extra fun (and possible bonuses).
- Stay updated via in-game notifications and official channels.