WoW Forever launch raids open: dates, status and where to watch
Game update · World of Warcraft · December 9, 2026. This event has not started yet and begins in 40 days.
Quick facts
| Type | Game update |
|---|---|
| Game | World of Warcraft |
| Date | December 9, 2026 |
| Status | upcoming (in 40 days) |
| Platforms | PC |
| Date certainty | reported |
About WoW Forever launch raids open
Barrow Deeps, Hyjal Summit and Onyxia's Lair unlock for level 60 characters, as reported from a Blizzard post. The date comes from media reports and is not confirmed by the publisher, so it can still change. This event has not started yet and begins in 40 days.
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Source: mmohuts.com/news/wow-forevers-first-raids-open-december-9-with-nine-ne
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FAQ
When is WoW Forever launch raids open?
WoW Forever launch raids open is scheduled for December 9, 2026. The date comes from media reports and is not confirmed by the publisher, so it can still change.
Is WoW Forever launch raids open still upcoming?
This event has not started yet and begins in 40 days. Status calculated on October 30, 2026.
What is WoW Forever launch raids open?
Barrow Deeps, Hyjal Summit and Onyxia's Lair unlock for level 60 characters, as reported from a Blizzard post.
How sure is the date of WoW Forever launch raids open?
The date comes from media reports and is not confirmed by the publisher, so it can still change.