Join the September Bug Off in Animal Crossing Today: Event Details, Rewards, and Tips!

Another Bug Off is kicking off in Animal Crossing: New Horizons! This beloved bug-catching event returns for players in the Northern Hemisphere today, September 26, offering a fresh opportunity to snag some bug-themed furniture, clothing, trophies, and other exclusive goodies. While the Bug Off has been a staple in the Animal Crossing series, it has a unique twist in New Horizons compared to earlier titles. Here’s everything you need to know about participating in the Bug Off and the prizes you can earn.

**How Does The Bug Off Work?**
The Bug Off is a recurring event hosted by Flick, one of the many NPCs who frequently visits your island. The event occurs on different dates depending on whether your game is set in the Northern or Southern Hemisphere, but it always takes place on the third Saturday of the summer months:
– **Northern Hemisphere:** June, July, August, September
– **Southern Hemisphere:** November, December, January, February

The Bug Off runs from 9 AM to 6 PM your local time. Unlike his usual visits, Flick will be stationed in your town’s plaza for the entire event, so you won’t have to hunt him down. Just chat with Flick to enter the competition, and he’ll give you three minutes to catch as many bugs as possible. Once time is up, return to him to tally your points and sell your catch. You can enter the Bug Off as many times as you want until it wraps up at 6 PM, but each entry will cost you 500 bells.

**What Rewards Do You Get For Doing The Bug Off?**
Your score is based on how many bugs you catch during each round. Each bug nets you one point, and if you manage to catch at least three before time runs out, you’ll earn an additional two-point bonus. The points you accumulate can be exchanged for exclusive prizes. For every 10 points you earn, Flick will reward you with a special piece of bug-themed clothing or furniture. The items are given out randomly, but you’ll receive one of each before Flick starts handing out duplicates. Here’s the full list of prizes you can earn:
– Artisanal Bug Cage
– Bug Aloha Shirt
– Bug Cage
– Bug Wand
– Butterfly Backpack
– Butterfly Wall
– Ladybug Rug
– Ladybug Umbrella
– Spider Doorplate
– Termite Mound
– Toy Centipede
– Toy Cockroach

In addition to these prizes, you’ll also earn a special bug trophy when you hit certain point milestones during the Bug Off. Flick will notify you when you reach these milestones, so there’s no need to keep track of your points. Plus, your points will carry over to the next Bug Off, so you won’t start from zero each time. Here’s a breakdown of the bug trophies and the points needed to earn them:
– Bronze bug trophy (mailed to your house after reaching 100 points)
– Silver bug trophy (mailed to your house after reaching 200 points)
– Gold bug trophy (mailed to your house after reaching 300 points)

**Bug Off Tips**
Similar to the Fishing Tourney, while you can tackle the Bug Off solo, teaming up with friends can significantly boost your chances. The total number of bugs caught by all players will be combined at the end of the round, making it easier to rack up points and earn rewards. Keep an eye on where bugs typically spawn; butterflies, stinkbugs, and other insects are often found around flowers, so check your flower beds regularly. Since it’s summer, don’t forget to inspect tree stumps and palm trees, as they’re prime spots for beetles.

**K.K. Slider’s Rescheduled Concert**
Since the Bug Off takes place on a Saturday, K.K. Slider won’t hold his usual weekly concert that day. However, you’ll still have a chance to catch him live! Following the recent update, the wandering musician typically visits your island on Sundays during weeks with Saturday events, so you can look forward to his performance on Sunday, September 27.