The PUBG Mobile World Cup (PMWC) 2026 is just around the corner, and Krafton has kicked off the celebrations with the 2026 Air Drop Carnival. Running alongside the Esports World Cup, the limited-time event gives players a chance to earn free themed rewards, including the Ancient Charm Set, while watching the biggest PUBG Mobile tournament of the year.

With PMWC 2026 scheduled from August 6 to August 16 in Paris, France, the Air Drop Carnival serves as an in-game celebration for esports fans, featuring free cosmetics, exclusive event tokens, and a new PMWC-themed Lucky Spin.

PUBG Mobile Air Drop Carnival 2026 event dates

The Air Drop Carnival is divided into two parts:

  • Air Drop Carnival event: August 4 to August 23, 2026

  • PMWC 2026 Lucky Spin: August 7 to September 7, 2026

During the event, players can collect special Air Drop Tokens by participating in the event and redeem them for exclusive rewards.

Get the Ancient Charm Set for free

The highlight of the Air Drop Carnival is the Ancient Charm Set, which can be claimed for free by collecting enough Air Drop Tokens before the event ends.

PUBG Mobile has confirmed that players simply need to participate in the event activities and exchange the earned tokens for the themed outfit, making it one of the biggest free cosmetic rewards released alongside PMWC 2026.

PMWC 2026 Lucky Spin arrives on August 7

Alongside the free rewards, PUBG Mobile will also introduce a PMWC 2026 Lucky Spin starting August 7.

The Lucky Spin will feature additional PMWC-themed cosmetics and exclusive event rewards inspired by the 2026 PUBG Mobile World Cup. The event will remain available until September 7, giving players an entire month to collect limited-time items.

PMWC 2026 begins on August 6

The Air Drop Carnival arrives just before the PUBG Mobile World Cup 2026, where 32 of the world's best teams will compete for a $3.025 million prize pool at the Esports World Cup in Paris.

Indian fans will have plenty to cheer for, with GodLike Esports and Orangutan representing the country on the global stage. The Group Stage begins on August 6, with Orangutan competing in Group A, while GodLike Esports will start their campaign in Group B.

The Air Drop Carnival is designed to let players celebrate the tournament both inside and outside the game, offering free rewards while the world's biggest PUBG Mobile event unfolds.

How to participate

To join the event:

Open PUBG Mobile between August 4 and August 23

  • Complete the Air Drop Carnival activities

  • Collect Air Drop Tokens

  • Redeem the Ancient Charm Set for free

  • Participate in the PMWC 2026 Lucky Spin from August 7 for additional themed rewards

With free cosmetics, exclusive PMWC-themed content, and the biggest PUBG Mobile esports tournament of the year starting this week, the Air Drop Carnival gives players another reason to log in and celebrate PMWC 2026.