Valorant Night Market 2026 — When It Returns and How to Save More
Night Market offers random Valorant skin discounts, but is it actually a good deal? Here's when Night Market returns in 2026, how the discounts work, and how to get even cheaper VP.
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Valorant Night Market 2026 — When It Returns and How to Save More
Valorant's Night Market is one of the few times you can get discounted skins. But the discounts are random, the selection is limited, and you might not get the skins you actually want.
What Is Night Market?
Night Market is a limited-time event in Valorant where you receive 6 random skin offers at discounted prices. The discounts range from 15% to 50% off the original VP cost.
Rules:
- 6 random skin offers per player
- Discounts range from 15% to 50%
- You can't reroll or change the offers
- Only weapon skins (no bundles, no knife skins in the highest tier)
- Each Night Market lasts approximately 2-3 weeks
Night Market 2026 Schedule (Expected)
| Night Market | Expected Dates | Associated Act |
|---|---|---|
| Night Market 1 | January 2026 | Episode 10, Act 1 |
| Night Market 2 | March/April 2026 | Episode 10, Act 2 |
| Night Market 3 | June/July 2026 | Episode 10, Act 3 |
| Night Market 4 | September/October 2026 | Episode 11, Act 1 |
| Night Market 5 | November/December 2026 | Episode 11, Act 2 |
Riot doesn't announce exact dates far in advance. Night Market usually appears during the mid-point of each Act.
Are Night Market Discounts Actually Good?
Let's do the math on a typical Night Market deal:
Example: Reaver Vandal (originally 1,775 VP)
- 30% Night Market discount = 1,243 VP
- Riot official VP cost: ~$12.43 for 1,243 VP
- SwiftBux cost for 1,243 VP: ~$2.49
Even with Night Market's best 50% discount, you're still paying 5x more than buying VP from SwiftBux. For a complete VP price breakdown, see our cheapest Valorant Points guide.
How to Maximize Night Market Savings
- Stock up on cheap VP before Night Market starts — Buy VP from SwiftBux so you're ready when offers drop
- Don't buy VP at full Riot price just for Night Market — The 15-50% Riot discount is still more expensive than third-party VP
- Only buy skins you'll actually use — Night Market creates urgency, don't impulse buy
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I use third-party VP in Night Market?
Yes. VP is VP regardless of where you purchased it. VP from SwiftBux works exactly the same as VP bought from Riot directly.
When is the next Night Market?
Night Market typically appears every 2-3 months during each Act. Check Valorant's official social media for exact dates.
Is Night Market the cheapest way to buy Valorant skins?
No. Even at 50% off, Riot's official prices are still much higher than buying VP from third-party sellers. A 50% Night Market discount on a 1,775 VP skin costs you ~$8.88 officially vs ~$1.78 through SwiftBux VP.