Steam has officially revealed its Steam sales dates for the second half of 2026, giving PC players a clear roadmap of when major discounts and themed events will take place throughout the rest of the year. These scheduled sales are more than just opportunities to grab games at lower prices; they play a crucial role in shaping player behavior, boosting wishlist activity, and defining release strategies for developers and publishers alike. From large-scale seasonal discounts to smaller, genre-focused promotions, the newly announced calendar signals another busy and competitive period for the Steam ecosystem as 2026 moves toward its final months.
Below is the full list of Steam sales scheduled for the second half of 2026, outlining when each discount period will begin and what players can expect during these key promotional windows.
2nd half of 2026 Steam events dates:
June 2026
- Bullet Fest:
June 8 to June 15 - Next Fest:
June 2026: June 15 to June 22 - Steam Summer Sale 2026:
June 25 to July 9 (Seasonal Sale)
July 2026
- Social Deduction Fest:
July 13 to July 16 - Train Fest:
July 20 to July 27
August 2026
- Cyberpunk Fest:
August 3 to August 10 - Pins & Pegs Fest:
August 17 to August 20 - PvE Survival Crafting Fest:
August 31 to September 7
September 2026
- Programming Fest:
September 10 to September 14 - Party-Based RPG Fest:
September 14 to September 21
October 2026
- Steam Autumn Sale 2026:
October 1 to October 8 (Seasonal Sale) - Cooking Fest:
October 12 to October 19 - Next Fest: October 2026:
October 19 to October 26 - Steam Scream V Fest:
October 26 to November 2
November 2026
- Auto-Battler RPG Fest:
November 16 to November 23
December 2026
- Steam Winter Sale 2026:
December 17 to January 4, 2027 (Seasonal Sale)
After taking a look at the sales scheduled for the second half of 2026, it’s also worth revisiting the Steam sales that took place during the first half of the year. These earlier discount periods helped set the tone for Valve’s overall 2026 sales strategy, featuring a mix of major seasonal promotions and themed events that drew strong interest from PC players.
Below is a recap of the Steam sales from the first half of 2026, offering a clearer picture of how the year’s discount cycle has unfolded so far.
1st half of 2026 Steam events dates:
January 2026
- Detective Fest:
January 12 to January 19 - Board Game Fest:
January 26 to February 2
February 2026
- Typing Fest:
February 5 to February 9 (Spotlight Fest) - PvP Fest:
February 9 to February 16 - Horse Fest:
February 19 to February 23 (Spotlight Fest) - Steam Next Fest to February 2026 Edition:
February 23 to March 2
March 2026
- Tower Defense Fest:
March 9 to March 16 - Steam Spring Sale 2026:
March 19 to March 26 (Seasonal Sale) - House & Home Fest:
March 30 to April 6
April 2026:
- Hidden Object Fest:
April 9 to April 13 (Spotlight Fest) - Medieval Fest:
April 20 to April 27
May 2026:
- Deckbuilders Fest:
May 4 to May 11 - Ocean Fest:
May 18 to May 25
As always, Steam’s sales calendar is subject to updates, and Valve has already hinted at additional promotions later in the year. Notably, November will bring a special focus on Black Friday deals, with Steam planning to highlight discounted games by directing players to the Special Offers hub, while specific dates and further details are expected to be announced closer to the event.
With multiple major sale periods still ahead, the second half of 2026 is shaping up to be a busy time for PC players, especially for those looking to expand their libraries at the right moment.
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