As Diablo 4's sixth season, the Season of Hatred Rising, winds down after its October 2024 launch, anticipation builds for the upcoming Season of Witchcraft. This seventh season promises fresh challenges and thrilling content, and fans won't have to wait much longer to dive in. This comprehensive guide provides all the details on the precise start date and time for Diablo 4 Season 7, ensuring you're ready to embark on this new adventure.
Before the season officially kicks off, you'll have the chance to learn more about what's in store during the Diablo 4 Developer Update Livestream, scheduled for January 16 at 11am PST. This is your opportunity to get insights directly from the developers, so mark your calendars!
Diablo 4: Season 7 Start Date & Time
The Season of Witchcraft, marking Diablo 4's seventh season, is slated to begin on Tuesday, January 21 at 10am PST. Below are the start times converted to various time zones, so you can plan your gaming session accordingly:
Time Zone | Diablo 4 Season 7 Start Time |
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PST (UTC-8) | January 21, 2025 at 10:00 AM |
MT (UTC-7) | January 21, 2025 at 11:00 AM |
CST (UTC-6) | January 21, 2025 at 12:00 PM |
EST (UTC-5) | January 21, 2025 at 01:00 PM |
BRT (UTC-3) | January 21, 2025 at 03:00 PM |
GMT (UTC+0) | January 21, 2025 at 06:00 PM |
CET (UTC+1) | January 21, 2025 at 07:00 PM |
EET (UTC+2) | January 21, 2025 at 08:00 PM |
CST (UTC+8) | January 22, 2025 at 02:00 AM |
JST (UTC+9) | January 22, 2025 at 03:00 AM |
AEDT (UTC+11) | January 22, 2025 at 05:00 AM |
NZDT (UTC+13) | January 22, 2025 at 07:00 AM |
New Content in Diablo 4 Season 7
When Season 7 begins, players will be introduced to a wealth of new content. The Season of Witchcraft features a Seasonal Questline centered around the Witches of Hawezar and the Tree of Whispers. This questline will unlock the powers of Eldritch, Psyche, and Growth & Decay witchcraft, which players can integrate into their builds for a unique gameplay experience.
In addition, the Season of Witchcraft will introduce Occult Gems, new socketables designed to enhance the witchcraft powers. These gems can be acquired by working with Gelena at the Tree of Whispers, emphasizing the importance of this location throughout the season.

The Season of Witchcraft Battle Pass, featuring 90 Reward Tiers, will also debut at the start of Season 7. Like previous seasons, it offers both a free and premium track, packed with new cosmetic items that are sure to appeal to players looking to customize their characters.
Lastly, the Armory, a new feature that will be permanently available, arrives with Season 7. This addition allows players to swiftly switch between different builds, enhancing the gameplay experience and providing yet another exciting reason to look forward to the start of the Season of Witchcraft.