Holiday sweaters hit Animal Crossing: New Horizons – here’s how to get them

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Nintendo has introduced seasonal sweater designs for Animal Crossing: New Horizons, timed for the in-game holiday period. The set includes three themed tops created for Toy Day festivities and winter play. Players can download the designs by visiting Nintendo’s official island through a Dream Address and using the Custom Designs Portal. Access to online features requires a Nintendo Switch Online membership and a Nintendo Account. Nintendo also signaled a free content update on January 15, 2026.

What’s new: three seasonal sweaters

The drop focuses on holiday attire designed for Toy Day on players’ islands. The collection highlights three custom patterns that embrace the season’s look and feel without changing core gameplay systems.

• Jingle Sweater
• Bells Sweater
• Wreath Sweater

How to download the designs

To access the designs, Nintendo directs players to its official dream island and the in-game design portal. The process uses the series’ Dream feature, which lets you visit curated islands while your character sleeps.

• On your island, lie down in a bed and speak to Luna to start a dream visit.
• Enter the Dream Address: DA-6382-1459-4417 to reach Nintendo’s official island.
• Open the Custom Designs Portal there and download the sweater designs to your collection.

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Key details at a glance

Below is a quick-reference snapshot of the essential information, including where to find the designs and an upcoming date to note. This summary table complements the steps above.

Requirements and availability notes

Online features in Animal Crossing: New Horizons require a Nintendo Switch Online membership and a Nintendo Account. Membership auto-renews after the initial term at the then-current price unless canceled. Availability varies by country, and an internet connection is required for online features. Terms apply.

Final takeaway – easy holiday flair for island life

The new sweater designs offer a straightforward way to add seasonal style ahead of Toy Day, using a single Dream Address and the Custom Designs Portal. With a free update on January 15, 2026 on the horizon, it’s a low-effort refresh now with more content promised soon.