How to Play Animal Crossing's 2021 May Day Maze


The Animal Crossing 1.10.0 update is here and with it comes brand new events, as well as the revival of some old ones. We all enjoyed last years May Day Maze, and it's back and live now for you to play.

Here is everything you need to know in order to access and enjoy the May Day event.

What Is the May Day Event?

May Day is taking place between April 29 and May 7 in Animal Crossing: New Horizons. The event consists of an exciting trip to a completely new island. On the island, players will be able to take part in the May Day maze.

Be careful though, the ticket to the maze is a one time use deal, so use it wisely.

How to Play the Maze

Below, we'll talk you through step by step how to access the maze, as well as taking a look at the maze itself.

Step 1

Upon loading up your game, and after installing the latest update and during the May Day event, Isabelle will greet you with news all about May Day.

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Exciting news from Isabelle - celebrate May Day now!

She will then direct you to the airport where you can get your ticket.

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Step 2

Go to the airport and talk to Orville. He will then tell you that Tom Nook has left you a May Day ticket with your name on it.

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You will then receive your free May Day ticket from Orville.

Step 3

When you're ready to use your ticket (remember it is a one-time use ticket), talk to Orville again and select the 'I wanna fly!' option.

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After this, he'll ask where you want to go, select 'Use May Day Ticket'. Don't worry if you press it by accident it will ask if you're sure you're ready to go.

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Step 4

Once you've arrived, Wilbur will fill you in on the details.

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Now you're there, go out and start exploring the May Day maze!

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Explore! - Enjoy your one-way-ticket to the May Day Maze.

Other Upcoming Events

The latest update in Animal Crossing New Horizon has lots more exciting events coming up. We'll keep you updated with everything that's taking place.

Read the full patch notes here.

International Museum Day

Another event revival, International Museum Day, returns in 2021. Taking place from May 18 - May 31, a new stamp rally at the Museum with daily rewards available.

Wedding Season

Reece and Cyrus celebrate their anniversary in June. A wedding season event is a new exciting opportunity for players to travel to Harv's island to take some fun anniversary photos to celebrate the occasion.

New Seasonal Items Available

As always, new seasonal items will be available at the Nook store, so be sure to keep your eyes peeled.

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