Fortnite is celebrating its eighth birthday this year, and Epic Games has once again packed the island with festive decorations, special items, and a set of limited-time quests. These Birthday Quests are your ticket to free cosmetics and XP boosts, so if you’re chasing Battle Pass progress or just want exclusive event gear, now’s the time to jump in.
All Birthday Quests (2025)
There are several quests tied to the event, most of which can be completed in regular Battle Royale matches. Each quest rewards 5,000 XP, making them efficient for leveling up while working toward event cosmetics. Here’s the full list of objectives:
- Wish the Bus Driver a Happy Birthday
- At the start of any match, press the Thank Bus Driver button before jumping off. During the event, this action doubles as wishing them a happy birthday. You only need to do this once.
- Search Containers Before Damaging a Player (8)
- Open eight containers—chests, ammo boxes, or OXR crates—before dealing any damage. The challenge resets if you damage someone early, so prioritize looting first.
- Dance Beside a Birthday Cake at Named Locations
- Large birthday cakes are placed at major POIs around the island. Simply approach one and use any emote to finish the quest.
- Throw Birthday Presents! (3)
- Birthday Presents are Legendary items found in chests or as floor loot. Pick one up, throw it, and either enter the gift box or break it open for loot. Repeat three times to complete this task.
- Ascend to 80 Meters Using Balloons
- Balloons return for the event and can be found as loot. Equip up to three to lift higher. With three attached, you’ll float beyond the 80-meter requirement. Be sure to keep one balloon active for a safe landing.
- Consume Birthday Cake Slices (8)
- Around each birthday cake, you’ll find slices on small plates. Eating slices restores 10 HP and 10 Shields, and you’ll need eight total. Land early near a cake to complete this efficiently before filling your health bar.
- Emote in Different Matches (3)
- Use any emote in three separate games. It doesn’t need to be tied to a birthday cake.
- Land from the Battle Bus in Different Matches (3)
- A straightforward quest—just drop from the bus across three different matches.
Rewards and Progression
Completing these quests isn’t just about XP. Leveling up during the event unlocks exclusive cosmetics that are unlikely to return:
- You’re 8! Spray – Earn 2 account levels.
- Anniversary Axe Pickaxe – Earn 4 account levels.
- Slurpfinity Cake Back Bling – Earn 6 account levels.
These rewards are tied to account levels, so finishing quests quickly helps you secure them before the event ends.
See also: All Fortnite Birthday Cake & Birthday Presents Locations
Quick Tips for Fortnite Birthday Quests 2025
- Land at less busy POIs: Outposts and bases with multiple chests are safer for completing the container quest.
- Prioritize health before cakes: Take damage or skip shields so you can consume more cake slices in one go.
- Stay alert for presents: Presents are rare, so check high-loot areas like central POIs.
- Use balloons smartly: Always keep one balloon on while descending to avoid fall damage.
Event Duration
The Fortnite Birthday Event 2025 runs until September 30 at 9 AM ET. After that, the quests and cosmetics will disappear. Since the items are themed around Fortnite’s eighth birthday, they’re unlikely to return later in the shop, making this your only chance to collect them.
The birthday event is one of Fortnite’s most enjoyable seasonal traditions. Whether you’re in it for the XP boost, the unique cosmetics, or just the fun of tossing presents and eating cake mid-match, the 2025 celebration is worth diving into.
Grab your balloons, thank the bus driver, and get those quests done before the party ends.
