Steam has unveiled its full calendar of sales for the year, giving players an early glimpse at every major discount event ahead-from seasonal blowouts to themed spotlights-so no bargain goes unnoticed.
Steam sales are broken up into three categories: Seasonal sales, themed sales (Fests), and Next Fests. Seasonal sales happen each quarter of the year, and any released game is open to participating in them. Steam Fests are its themed sale events, which spotlight a theme or category of game, and include discounts as well as free games, demos, and upcoming release promotions. The company also gave the dates for its Next Fests, which run three times a year and highlight up and coming games by offering demos, and featuring chats with developers and livestreams.
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Here’s the complete list of Steam’s promotional events for 2023:
- Mystery Fest: February 20 – 27
- Spring Sale: March 16 – 23 (major seasonal sale)
- Puzzle Fest: April 24 – May 1
- Sports Fest: May 15 – 22
- Next Fest: June 19 – 26
- Summer Sale: June 29 – July 13 (major seasonal sale)
- Stealth Fest: July 24 – 31
- Visual Novel Fest: August 7 – 14
- Strategy Fest: August 28 – September 4
- SHMUP Fest: September 25 – October 2
- Next Fest: October 9 – 16
- Return of Steam Scream Fest (Halloween): October 26 – November 2 (additional details to come)
- Autumn Sale: November 21 – 28 (major seasonal sale)
- Winter Sale: December 21 – January 4, 2024 (major seasonal sale)
What are the dates for Steam Summer Sale 2026
Steam Summer Sale 2026 runs from June 25 to July 9.
Confirmation
Multiple sources, including Valve’s announcements and gaming sites, consistently list these dates as official for the event.
It follows the June Next Fest (June 15-22) and offers deep discounts on AAA titles, indies, and live-service games.
Sales typically start at 10:00 AM Pacific Time.
What are the dates for Steam Spring Sale 2026
The Steam Spring Sale 2026 is scheduled from March 19 to March 26.
Confirmation
Valve’s official announcements and trackers like SteamDB confirm this timing, starting at 10:00 AM Pacific Time (17:00 UTC).
It follows the February Next Fest (ending March 2) and Tower Defense Fest (March 9-16).
The event features broad discounts across AAA titles, indies, and more, sandwiched between themed fests like House & Home (March 30-April 6).
