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Lunar Festival in WoW Classic x5

Section: World & travel 2 min read Vanilla 1.12.1 · x5 Updated 04.08.2026
Lunar Festival
Lunar Festival

The Lunar Festival is a spring event in WoW Classic dedicated to honoring ancestors and the victory over an ancient evil. Players travel across Azeroth, honor the Elders, collect Coins of Ancestry and watch fireworks in the night sky of Moonglade.

Contents
  1. When the event runs
  2. Elders and Coins of Ancestry
  3. How to reach Moonglade
  4. The boss Omen
  5. Event rewards
  6. Tips for x5 realms

When the event runs

The Lunar Festival begins in late January and lasts about two weeks. The heart of the celebration is Nighthaven in Moonglade, a neutral zone for both factions.

Elders and Coins of Ancestry

Elders — the spirits of the ancients — are scattered across Azeroth. Speak to each one to honor it and receive a Coin of Ancestry. Elders hide in capitals, zones and dungeons, turning the event into a world tour.

Where to find EldersSample reward
Capitals and major citiesCoin of Ancestry
Open Azeroth zonesCoin of Ancestry
Classic dungeonsCoin of Ancestry + XP
Совет

Trade collected coins with Valadar Starsong in Nighthaven for festival items: Elune's Candle, festive outfits and fireworks.

How to reach Moonglade

Festival Invitation
Festival Invitation

Pick up the quest from the festival herald in your capital — it grants a Lunar Festival Invitation that teleports you straight to Nighthaven.

The boss Omen

At night, Omen — an ancient wolf spirit driven mad — sleeps in the lake near Nighthaven. Launch a Festival Firework on the shore and Omen awakens to attack the celebrants.

  • Elite boss with a large health pool
  • Deals heavy area damage
  • Requires a group of 5+ players
  • Drops festival rewards

Event rewards

  • Elune's Candle — a fun festival item
  • Festive outfits: the Elegant Dress and Suit
  • Lunar Festival fireworks and firecrackers

Tips for x5 realms

On x5 rates the trip between Elders is faster and you can combine coin hunting with leveling and reputation farming. Plan your route in advance — some Elders sit inside dungeons, so bring a group for quick runs.

Read about other events too: Midsummer Fire Festival, Darkmoon Faire and the overview Seasonal Events.

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FAQ

When does the Lunar Festival take place in WoW Classic?

The Lunar Festival runs in late January to early February and lasts about two weeks. Exact dates are announced on the WowX5 news page.

How do I get Coins of Ancestry?

Coins of Ancestry are earned by honoring Elders — special NPCs placed across the dungeons and zones of Azeroth. Each Elder grants one coin once per event.

Who is Omen and how do you kill him?

Omen is an ancient spirit that rises from the lake in Moonglade when players launch a Festival Firework. He is an elite boss and needs a group of 5 or more players.

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