If you have been searching for the Uma Musume 1.5 anniversary date, the short answer is simple: the global version of Umamusume: Pretty Derby celebrated its 1.5th year anniversary starting July 14, 2026. Since then, the celebration has rolled out in several parts, and each one brought something different for trainers.
The tricky bit is that people often get confused about the date, because the Japanese and global versions run on different calendars. This guide clears that up and walks you through what each phase offered.
Quick Answer: The Global 1.5 Anniversary Date
Main release timing
The update went live on July 14 at 8:00 AM UTC, and Part 1 of the celebration opened at 10:00 PM UTC the same day. Every later part followed the same pattern, opening at 10 PM UTC on its first day.
Why it is July and not December
The global game launched on June 26, 2025, so on a plain calendar the 1.5 year mark would fall near the end of 2026. That is not how the anniversary is counted here. The global server is running on an accelerated schedule that moves through content far faster than Japan did, so the anniversary arrives when the game catches up to the matching point in the Japanese timeline. This is also why the global 1st anniversary celebration started on March 2, 2026, only about eight months after launch.
The 1.5 Anniversary Timeline, Part by Part
Part 1: July 14, 2026
The opening phase was the lighter one, but it still had plenty to do. According to the event schedule, it included new dirt races, new daily legend races, a Star Piece shop update, a commemorative shop, limited missions, free daily pulls, daily login bonuses and a home screen update.
Free daily pull and the blue home screen
Trainers could make one free pull every day on the Pretty Derby banner, and the home screen switched to a special blue design for the occasion.
Part 2: July 22, 2026
This was the big one. Part 2 began at 10:00 PM UTC on July 22 and ran until 2:59 PM UTC on August 1, 2026. The official announcement promised up to 100 free scouts from the Daily Free 10x Scout, up to 6,000 carats in gifts, special songs and SSR Support Cards.
The Grand Live scenario
Part 2 also introduced a new permanent training scenario. The fourth permanent scenario, Grand Live, arrived on July 22 alongside Part 2. If you enjoy experimenting with new training routes, this was the headline addition.
Other perks in Part 2
The schedule also lists a Mihono Bourbon Speed SSR giveaway, paid guaranteed banners, double rewards with half TP cost, spark rerolls, increased stat caps and a higher follow cap.
The anniversary song
Players who watched episode 1 of the anniversary story received a new song, and it can be viewed in the Concert Theater.
Part 3: July 27, 2026
Part 3 brought another commemorative shop update and a Training the Trainer section.
Part 4: the SSR selector
The final phase centred on a 1.5th anniversary SSR selector, which lets you pick a card instead of leaving things to luck.
What About the Japanese Version?
Japan has its own date. The Japanese release came out on February 24, 2021, which puts its 1.5 year anniversary on August 24 (2022). Back then, Cygames kicked off a countdown login bonus and a daily free gacha pull from August 16 as the first step of its campaign. So when someone says “1.5 anniversary”, it is worth checking whether they mean the Japanese or global server.
Is the Anniversary Still Live?
No. The final part of the main celebration ran into early August, and today is October 1, 2026, so you will not find the limited anniversary shop or login bonus in the game anymore. Rewards you already claimed stay in your account, and the Grand Live scenario remains available because it is a permanent addition.
Tips for Next Time
Save your resources early
Anniversary events are where the game is most generous, so keep your carats and tickets in reserve before the announcement lands.
Follow the official channels
Dates can shift by a day or two once regional maintenance is factored in. The official Umamusume site posts exact start times in UTC, so check there first.
Frequently Asked Questions
When is the Uma Musume 1.5 anniversary?
On the global version, it started on July 14, 2026. On the Japanese version, the anniversary falls on August 24.
Is the 1.5 anniversary still going on?
No, the main celebration has ended. Permanent content like the Grand Live scenario is still in the game.
Why did the global 1.5 anniversary arrive in July if the game launched in June 2025?
The global server follows an accelerated release schedule, so its milestones follow the content progress of the Japanese version rather than the calendar.
How many free pulls did Part 2 offer?
The official notice mentioned up to 100 free scouts through the Daily Free 10x Scout, plus up to 6,000 carats in gifts.
What time did each anniversary part start?
Each part opened at 10:00 PM UTC on its first day.
Will the same rewards return?
There is no guarantee. Check the official Umamusume news page for future celebration details.
