BGMI has completed half a decade, can you believe it? Time flies, and on 2nd July of this year, Krafton is set to celebrate BGMI’s 5th year anniversary. This is a major milestone for the Indian gaming community, as it represents one of the top-tier game of the nation. However, game developers have officially revealed the rewards that will be offered to players for the 5th anniversary. Let’s find out what changes, rewards, or events, players will get to experience in the game on this anniversary.
BGMI 5th Anniversary Date
Battlegrounds Mobile India (BGMI) is officially set to celebrate its anniversary on July 2nd, marking the completion of five years. The game officially launched on July 2, 2021, and over the past five years, it has demonstrated its dominance in the Indian gaming and esports industries, shaping the careers of numerous players while hosting major tournaments like BMPS and BGIS.
| BGMI Event | Quick Details |
|---|---|
| Anniversary | Celebrating 5th Year Anniversary |
| Anniversary Date | 2nd July 2026 |
| Game’s Initial Release Date | 2nd July 2021 |
| Event Start Date | June 25, 2026 |
| Event End Date | 5 July 2026 |
| Rewards | Firework Launcher |
What to Expect During the BGMI Anniversary Event
As BGMI prepares to celebrate its 5th anniversary, the event is offering various rewards and in-game achievements:
Anniversary Exchange Event
Maps like Erangel and Livik will receive a 5th-anniversary makeover. Players can collect tokens during gameplay that are dedicated to anniversary points. The exchange event will run from June 25 to July 5; you can visit the “Exchange Center” in the event section to redeem those tokens for Classic Coupons, skins, and other rewards.
5th Year Anniversary Firework Display
A special firework countdown show will be displayed in the theme and classic modes of the Erangel, Livik, Miramar, Vikendi, Sanhok, and Nusa maps, starting at 8:00 PM on July 1, 2026. The fireworks show will be exactly like the one you experienced during the ‘Happy New Year’ event. However, this time, players will have the opportunity to collect rewards:
- A daily fireworks show will take place from July 1 to July 5, 2026, running for approximately two hours, from 8:00 PM to 10:00 PM.
- Players who log in during the fireworks show will receive a firework launcher.
BGMI Anniversary Achievement
A 5th Anniversary achievement will also be offered to players during the event, which will be completed automatically as they play. However, for your information: you simply need to log in 3 times during the firework show on Erangel, Livik (or any other map), and upon completing the achievement, you will receive two Classic Crate Coupons.
The retreat of AKM Glacier in the Classic Crate?
There is a rumor that the AKM Glacier skin is set to return to Classic Crates between June 28 and July 2. Although this hasn’t been officially confirmed yet, there is a lot of buzz among players, and many are saving up their Classic Coupons to open crates for the AKM Glacier.
The AKM Glacier is a legendary skin that pairs perfectly with the M416 Glacier; if you have Classic Coupons, you might want to save them. However, don’t get your hopes up too high, as nothing has been confirmed yet.
Upcoming Skins & Events in June 2026
BGMI 5th anniversary celebrations are operating under 4.4 update, and this June-July, you can look forward to not just anniversary events but also some amazing crates and skins, including:
| Events | Items | Release Date |
|---|---|---|
| Football Season Fireworks Show |  | 11th June 2026 at 3:00 PM |
| POP Lucky Spin |  | 12th June 2026 |
| Perk Boost Bonus Pass |  | 12th June 2026 |
| New Ultimate Aberrant Aphrodite |  | 26 June 2026 |
BGMI Anniversary Date FAQs
BGMI is celebrating its 5th anniversary this year, on July 2, 2026.
Players will get to experience the anniversary events from approximately June 25 to July 5.
Yes, a fireworks show will take place in BGMI’s classic modes from July 1st to July 5th, roughly between 8:00 PM to 10:00 PM. Players who log in during this time while the show is on will receive a fireworks launcher.
