Fortnite’s Festival Season 9 is about to experience a major shakeup. According to well-known leakers, global music sensation Bruno Mars could be the next headliner on the Main Stage, taking over from Sabrina Carpenter when she exits the spotlight on June 20, 2025.
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While many fans had previously speculated that Deadmau5 would step in as the next Festival artist, recent leaks suggest a different—and arguably even more exciting—direction for the game’s musical Metaverse.
Fortnite Festival Season 9: Bruno Mars in the Spotlight?
BIG RUMOR: Bruno Mars might be the next Festival Artist 🔥
— Shiina (@ShiinaBR) June 17, 2025
We can NOT confirm this, but both @SamLeakss & I heard some stuff that makes us believe deadmau5 might not be the artist
This information COULD be wrong, but we decided to share it just in case it turns out to be real pic.twitter.com/m8CRTbJfas
Credible sources including @ShiinaBR and @SamLeakss have reported that Bruno Mars, known for hits like “24K Magic” and “Uptown Funk,” is set to take the stage in Fortnite Festival Season 9. This aligns with other chatter in the leaker community, making the rumor increasingly plausible.
This wouldn't be the first time Bruno Mars has made an appearance in Fortnite. He, along with Anderson .Paak, entered the Fortnite universe back in Chapter 3 Season 1 as part of a Silk Sonic collaboration. That update not only introduced themed cosmetics but also celebrated their hit album An Evening With Silk Sonic.
What to Expect If Bruno Mars Headlines
So far, Fortnite has introduced three Jam Tracks related to Bruno Mars and Silk Sonic. If the rumors are true, we can expect even more music-themed content, emotes, and possibly a brand-new in-game concert experience.
This timing also lines up with industry buzz that Bruno Mars might release a new album later in 2025. If that’s the case, it makes perfect sense for Epic Games to promote the album through Fortnite—something they've successfully done with artists like The Weeknd in the past.
Key Dates and Update Info
- Sabrina Carpenter’s exit from Main Stage: June 20, 2025
- Fortnite v36.10 Update Downtime: Scheduled for June 18, 2025
- Possible reveal of new Festival artist: During or after the June 18 update
Although the leak hasn't been officially confirmed by Epic Games, all signs point to a major musical announcement during the v36.10 update window.
Why Bruno Mars Makes Perfect Sense
Bruno Mars isn’t just a Grammy-winning artist with chart-topping hits—he’s also a fan-favorite character in the Fortnite community. His previous skins and emotes were well received, and his music blends seamlessly with the vibe of Fortnite’s Festival mode. His return would not only energize the Festival stage but also open the door for new cosmetics, exclusive tracks, and maybe even a live concert event.
While nothing is official yet, the signs are too strong to ignore. Bruno Mars could very well headline Festival Season 9, bringing his charisma and showmanship to Fortnite’s ever-expanding entertainment universe.
We’ll keep you posted as more leaks and official teasers drop. For now, mark your calendar for the v36.10 update on June 18, and get ready for what could be Fortnite’s next big music moment.
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