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ArenaNet, NCsoft and the Guild Wars team take part in various industry-related events over the course of every year. But aside from industry events such as E3 and various trade shows, the Guild Wars Team is also directly involved with the fans. This section will share recent news of our fan-related events, contests, and other activities.

The Canthan New Year is nearly here! 28 January 2012

The Year of the Dragon is upon us! Hop over to the Canthan New Year’s Festival web page and take in of all the fantastic stuff we have planned for this year. The festivities begin on Thursday, February 2nd and wrap up on Monday, February 6th.

 
Wintersday Cheer is Here! 15 December 2011
Prepare for two weeks of holiday fun – Wintersday is here! The annual in-game festivities run from December 15 to January 2, and this year we’re featuring two brand new costumes! Learn more at our Wintersday 2011 web page.
 
Halloween is Coming! 20 October 2011
Halloween is coming to Tyria, so prepare for 13 days of mischief and mayhem, courtesy of Mad King Thorn and his Lunatic Court! The Halloween festival starts on Thursday, October 20, at noon Pacific daylight time (-7 GMT) and runs until 12:01 a.m. on November 2. This year we’re offering two spooky new costumes: the Vale Wraith and Ravenheart Witchwear. As always, Mad King Thorn himself will make a series of appearances on October 31! Be there—but beware! Head over to the Halloween 2011 page for the details!
 
Return to Cantha with Winds of Change Part 2 29 September 2011
Experience the second phase of the three-part Winds of Change storyline – now live in-game. Battle for the soul of Cantha with all new-content, and check out our updated Winds of Change web page right here!
 
Beat the Heat with Wintersday in July 14 July 2011
Summer is in full swing, but there’s a chance to cool off in Tyria during Wintersday in July. This year, as a special treat, those who spend the weekend slinging snowballs can do so in their favorite costumes and festival hats! Join us, starting at noon Pacific (-7 GMT), and find out just how refreshing it is to drink an eggnog in the summer sun. See the event page for more details.
 
Winds of Change - New Storyline! New Costumes! 11 July 2011
Winds of Change is a multi-stage storyline set in Cantha that features new quests, new Canthan costumes, and history-making battles.
 
Celebrate the Dragon Festival this Weekend 30 June 2011
Summer in Cantha brings the Dragon Festival, that annual celebration of the rebirth of the Empire of the Dragon from the devastation of the Jade Wind. Travel to Cantha and join the festivities in the Shing Jea Monastery from June 30th to July 4th. You'll find games of chance, rollerbeetle races, holiday quests and treats, and a visit from the Emperor himself!

Explore the wonders of the Dragon Festival here!
 
Join Our Sixth Anniversary Celebration! 28 April 2011
To celebrate the sixth anniversary of Guild Wars, we’re hosting an in-game party – and you’re invited! A week full of games, sugary treats, and anniversary surprises starts at noon Pacific on April 28. Check out our anniversary page for more details!
 
Welcome to Wintersday 2010 16 December 2010

Wintersday is almost here! It's that festive time of year when towns glimmer with cheery decor, vendors sell seasonal treats, and goodwill fills the hearts of Tyrians everywhere. This year we've got new costumes and brand-new holiday content. Wintersday events begin on Thursday, December 16, 2010, and run until Monday, January 3, 2011. Visit our Wintersday page to learn more!

 
Halloween is Coming! 21 October 2010

Halloween is coming, so prepare for 13 days of mischief and mayhem, courtesy of Mad King Thorn and his Lunatic Court!

The Halloween festival starts on Thursday, October 21st, at noon Pacific Daylight Time (-7 GMT) and runs until 12:01 a.m. PDT on November 2nd. Join the festivities by embarking on one of our all new quests, dressing up in a new Halloween costume, crashing the annual Costume Brawl, venturing into the Underworld to battle Dhuum, and much more! As always, Mad King Thorn himself will make a series of appearances on October 31st!

Be there—but beware! Head over to the Halloween 2010 page for the details!