Red Dead Redemption 2 remains one of Rockstar Games’ most detailed open-world games, even years after its original release, and Rockstar has given players new reasons to return in October 2026 if that wasn’t enough. Halloween is also a particularly fitting time to revisit the Wild West world of Red Dead Redemption 2, with its isolated settlements, eerie encounters, and stranger side stories providing plenty of room for something a little more unusual.
Rockstar’s western epic has also maintained a surprisingly active community long after its original launch, with players continuing to discover old secrets, revisit familiar activities, and keep the game alive. Seasonal celebrations have become an important part of that ongoing experience, bringing back limited-time content and rewards that can make the massive world of Red Dead Redemption 2 feel different depending on the time of year. October, naturally, provides one of the best opportunities to lean into the darker side of the frontier.
New Red Dead 2 Halloween Event
The latest Halloween event is now happening in Red Dead Online, bringing back seasonal activities and a collection of limited-time rewards from October 6 through November 2. According to iRedDead, players can earn 4X RDO$, Gold, and XP through Strange Tales of the West Telegram Missions, while All Hallows’ Call to Arms is offering 3X RDO$, Gold, and XP. The Halloween Pass 2 also returns, giving players another opportunity to collect its previously released rewards.
- 3X RDO$, Role XP and XP on Naturalist Sample Sales
- 3X RDO$, Gold and XP on All Hallows’ Call to Arms
- 3X RDO$ and XP on Featured Series
- 4X RDO$, Gold and XP on Strange Tales of the West Telegram Missions
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There is plenty more available beyond the biggest bonuses. Players who log into Red Dead Online during the event can receive the red Fernwater Coat, while Red Dead Redemption 2 Naturalists can claim the Irontooth Mask from Outlaw Pass 4. Sampling or hunting a Legendary Animal awards the Best Shot Emote, and reaching Wave 5 in All Hallows’ Call to Arms rewards the Rowberrow Outfit and Air Banjo Emote. Reaching Wave 10 adds the Beat Chest Emote and one Gold Bar to the haul. Weekly objectives will also provide additional rewards, including a free Coat, North Clingman Treasure Map, free Weapon reward, and orange Benbow Jacket.
Halloween Rewards
- Play Red Dead Online to receive the red Fernwater Coat
- Naturalists who log in will receive the Irontooth Mask, originally from Outlaw Pass 4
- Hunt or sample a Legendary Animal to receive the Best Shot Emote, originally from Outlaw Pass 4
- Reach Wave 5 in All Hallows’ Call to Arms to receive the Rowberrow Outfit and Air Banjo Emote, originally from Quick Draw Club 2
- Reach Wave 10 in All Hallows’ Call to Arms to receive the Beat Chest Emote, originally from Outlaw Pass 3, plus one Gold Bar
Weekly Red Dead Online Rewards
- October 6–12: Complete a Sample Sale to receive a Reward for a Free Coat
- October 13–19: Win in the Featured Series to receive the North Clingman Treasure Map
- October 20–26: Complete any Blood Money Contract to receive a Reward for a Free Weapon
- October 27–November 2: Play All Hallows’ Call to Arms to receive the orange Benbow Jacket
Red Dead Online Halloween Discounts
- 10 Gold Bars off the Naturalist Sample Kit
- Free Fast Travel
- Free Sedative Ammo
- Free Tomahawks from the Fence
- 40% off all Novice, Promising and Established Naturalist Role Items
- 40% off Cripps’ Outfits
- 40% off Camp Dogs
- 50% off all Halloween Masks at Madame Nazar’s Shop
- 40% off Gypsy Cob and Missouri Fox Trotter Horses
- 50% off Melee Weapons
- 50% off Haircuts, Dentistry and Makeup
- 50% off Eyepatches
- 40% off Coats and Bandoliers
Red Dead Online Featured Series Calendar
- October 6–12: Halloween Series 1
- October 13–19: Halloween Series 2
- October 20–26: Hardcore Halloween Series 1
- October 27–November 2: Hardcore Halloween Series 2
The Halloween rotation also brings a selection of discounts and monthly bonuses to Red Dead Online. Halloween Masks at Madame Nazar’s Shop are 50% off, while Naturalist Role Items, Cripps’ Outfits, Camp Dogs, horses, melee weapons, coats, bandoliers, and several customization services are discounted as well. Players can also take advantage of free Fast Travel, Sedative Ammo, and Tomahawks from the Fence. The Featured Series lineup will rotate through Halloween-themed playlists before moving into Hardcore Halloween Series activities, giving players another way to earn increased rewards during the event.
The timing gives fans several weeks to make the most of the Halloween content before it disappears on November 2. For players who have not visited the frontier in a while, the return of seasonal rewards and older activities offers an easy excuse to saddle up again. Red Dead Redemption 2‘s open world may have been released years ago, but events like this continue to give its western setting another reason to come alive during the changing seasons.
- Released
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October 26, 2018
- ESRB
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M for Mature: Blood and Gore, Intense Violence, Nudity, Sexual Content, Strong Language, Use of Drugs and Alcohol
