Minecraft fans have two fresh capes to chase this year. Mojang just revealed the Builder Cape and Crafter Cape as limited-time rewards tied to TwitchCon Europe 2026. These pickaxe-themed cosmetics let players show off their builder pride or crafting skills. Both capes work on Java Edition and Bedrock Edition, and they display nicely with elytra too.

One cape rewards in-person attendees who complete activities on site. The other rewards players who simply tune in from home. Here is exactly how to earn each one.

Earning the Crafter Cape (In-Person at TwitchCon Europe)

This cape is available only to people physically attending TwitchCon Europe 2026 in Rotterdam, Netherlands, on May 30 and 31, 2026. It is completely free once you are there, but you must complete a short scavenger-style challenge.

Follow these steps while at the event:

  1. Head to badge pickup and grab your inventory ribbon.
  2. Attach the ribbon to your official TwitchCon badge.
  3. Join at least three Minecraft content sessions or arena activities. Each one you finish earns you an emerald sticker.
  4. Collect all three emerald stickers.
  5. Take the stickers to the Cape Trader located in the Minecraft Arena area.
  6. Trade them in for a Cape Card that contains a unique 5x5 redemption code.
  7. Redeem the code at minecraft.net/redeem before the deadline of June 30, 2026.

Each attendee can earn only one code. There is no overall limit on how many codes Mojang hands out.

Earning the Builder Cape (Watch Minecraft Live from Anywhere)

This cape is designed for fans who cannot travel to Rotterdam. You earn it simply by watching the official Minecraft Live broadcast during TwitchCon.

Here is what you need to do:

  • Mark your calendar for May 30, 2026, at 11:30 AM EDT.
  • Tune in live to the Minecraft Live stream (exact platform and link will be shared on Minecraft's official channels closer to the date).
  • Pay attention during the show because Mojang will reveal the exact steps to claim the Builder Cape right there.

Past events suggest it could involve claiming a code shown on screen, linking your Minecraft account, or completing a simple watch-and-redeem task. Full instructions drop live, so stay until the end.

How to Redeem Your Cape Code

Whether you get the Crafter Cape or Builder Cape, the final step is the same:

  1. Go to minecraft.net/redeem in your web browser.
  2. Log in with your Microsoft account (the one linked to your Minecraft profile).
  3. Enter the 5x5 code from your Cape Card.
  4. Confirm the redemption.

The cape appears automatically in your Minecraft account across all platforms where you play with that Microsoft login. You can equip it in the skins menu under the cape section.

Important Notes

  • Both capes are one-time rewards per player.
  • You must redeem before June 30, 2026, or the code expires.
  • No purchase is required for either cape.
  • The Builder Cape is expected to be more widely available since anyone with internet access can watch the live stream. The Crafter Cape remains the rarer in-person exclusive.

These new capes are Mojang's way of celebrating the community at TwitchCon Europe. Whether you fly to Rotterdam for the full experience or watch from your couch, you now have a clear path to add one of these cool pickaxe designs to your collection. Keep an eye on Minecraft's official social channels for any last-minute updates before May 30. Happy crafting and building!