How To Get Humbug in Adopt Me (March 2026) Complete Guide

Updated by Soumya Thakur
December 11, 2025
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If you’re playing Adopt Me during the Winter Event 2026, you’ve probably heard about the adorable Humbug pet that everyone’s trying to get. As a limited uncommon pet released on December 5, 2026, the Humbug has become one of the most sought-after companions this holiday season. In this comprehensive guide, I’ll walk you through every possible method to obtain this buzzing buddy, along with pro tips to maximize your Gingerbread earnings and master the Bah Humbug minigame.

Humbug Pet Basics

Feature	Details
Rarity	Uncommon
Release Date	December 5, 2026
Event	Winter Event 2026
Cost	11,000 Gingerbread
Hatch Chance	Basic Egg: 4.37%, Crystal Egg: 3.12%
Location	Spawns randomly around Adoption Island

The Humbug isn’t just any regular pet – it’s a limited-time companion that represents the festive spirit of Adopt Me’s Winter Event. Whether you’re a seasoned player or new to the game, this guide will help you add this buzzing beauty to your collection before the event ends!

All Methods to Get Humbug in Adopt Me

Method 1: Direct Purchase with Gingerbread

The most straightforward way to get a Humbug is by purchasing it directly with Gingerbread, the event-exclusive currency. Here’s everything you need to know:

Cost: 11,000 Gingerbread per Humbug

How to Find Humbug:

Humbugs spawn randomly around Adoption Island
They don’t have fixed spawn locations, so you’ll need to explore
Look for the distinctive bug-like appearance with winter-themed styling
Once you spot one, simply approach and interact to purchase

Pro Tip: Since Humbugs spawn randomly, I recommend doing a full lap around Adoption Island every few minutes. Many players find them near the Nursery, Ice Rink, or around the Christmas tree area.

Method 2: Hatching from Eggs

If you’re feeling lucky, you can try hatching a Humbug from either Basic Eggs or Crystal Eggs. Here are the exact hatch rates:

Basic Egg:

Humbug is in the Uncommon pet pool (35% collective chance)
Individual Humbug hatch rate: 4.37%

Crystal Egg:

Humbug is in the Uncommon pet pool (25% collective chance)
Individual Humbug hatch rate: 3.12%

While the hatch rates might seem low, hatching from eggs can be more cost-effective if you already have eggs or if you’re planning to age up pets for Crystal Eggs anyway.

Method 3: Trading with Other Players

Like all pets in Adopt Me, Humbugs can be obtained through trading. Here’s what you need to know about trading for Humbugs:

Trading Value Considerations:

As an uncommon limited pet, Humbugs have decent trade value
Early in the event, they may trade for slightly more due to high demand
Later in the event, values may stabilize as more players obtain them

Trading Tips:

Check current trading values in the community
Be prepared to offer pets or items of similar rarity
Consider the time investment vs. trading value when making deals

Method 4: Bah Humbug Minigame Rewards

While you can’t get a Humbug directly from the Bah Humbug minigame, this is your primary source of Gingerbread, which you need to purchase Humbugs. The minigame can reward up to 5,000 Gingerbread per successful run, making it essential for Humbug hunters.

Mastering Gingerbread Farming for Humbug

Since you need 11,000 Gingerbread per Humbug, efficient Gingerbread farming is crucial. Here are all the methods to earn Gingerbread, ranked by efficiency:

1. Bah Humbug Minigame (Most Efficient)

Maximum Reward: 5,000 Gingerbread per run Time Investment: 3 minutes per game Cooldown: 10 minutes between games Location: Small room to the side wall of the Nursery on Adoption Island

How to Play:

The minigame switches to a 2D side-scroller perspective
You get a bat to defeat Humbugs (not the pet, but minigame enemies)
Three rounds of 1 minute each
Each Humbug enemy has 3 hit points
Use combo attacks to stay airborne and defeat enemies efficiently

Controls:

A/D: Horizontal movement
W: Vertical movement
Left Mouse Button: Swing bat

Pro Strategies for Maximum Gingerbread:

Maintain Combo Streaks: Keep hitting enemies without touching the ground to stay airborne
Use Mushroom Platforms: Blue mushroom-type platforms act as springboards for higher jumps
Team Up: Play on public servers with other players for better coordination
Target Groups: Focus on areas where multiple Humbugs cluster together
Air Combos: While airborne, keep tapping the attack button to maintain combos

Expert Tip: The first wave is usually easiest because all Humbugs spawn together. In later waves, they’re more spread out, so plan your movement accordingly.

2. Ice Skating Minigame

Reward: 1,920 Gingerbread Time Investment: Quick completion Location: Ice Rink on Adoption Island

The Ice Skating minigame is a reliable source of Gingerbread that’s much simpler than Bah Humbug. Simply skate around and collect the Gingerbread scattered across the ice. Unlike previous events, hitting penguins no longer reduces your Gingerbread, so don’t worry about avoiding them too much.

3. Choo Choo Train Minigame

Reward: Variable (typically 1,000-2,000 Gingerbread) Time Investment: Moderate Location: Train station area

This minigame involves riding the train and collecting Gingerbread along the way. It’s straightforward and provides a decent amount of Gingerbread with minimal effort.

4. Buying Gingerbread with AMC

Cost: 550 AMC for 5,000 Gingerbread Limit: 3 purchases per real-life day Total Daily: 1,650 AMC for 15,000 Gingerbread

If you have AMC (Adopt Me Currency) to spare, this is the fastest way to get Gingerbread. At 15,000 Gingerbread per day, you could buy a Humbug every day with some Gingerbread left over!

5. Pet Pen Money Collection

Maximum Collection: 750 Bucks per pen Conversion: Use Bucks to buy Gingerbread

Many players overlook this method, but your pet pen now collects money automatically! Check your pet pen regularly, especially if you spend time at your house. The money can be used to purchase Gingerbread, making this a passive income stream for your Humbug fund.

Advanced Gingerbread Farming Schedule

To maximize your Gingerbread earnings, I recommend following this daily schedule:

Start of Adopt Me Day (00:00 on clock):

Complete orange need immediately (before minigames start)
Complete sick need if available
Head to Bah Humbug minigame

02:00 – Minigame Called:

Join Bah Humbug immediately
Important: Don’t be in menus, trades, or inventory when it starts to avoid camera glitches

03:00 – 06:00 – Minigame Active:

Play all three rounds of Bah Humbug
Aim for maximum kills to get 5,000 Gingerbread

07:00 – Minigame Ends:

Go immediately to Ice Rink
Collect 1,920 Gingerbread from Ice Skating

08:00 – 09:00:

Return to your house/campsite
Complete nighttime needs before daytime needs
Complete any missed sick needs

Throughout the Day:

Check pet pen regularly for money collection
Play Choo Choo Train when available
Consider buying Gingerbread with AMC if you have extra currency
Keep exploring Adoption Island for wild Humbug spawns

Creating Neon and Mega Neon Humbugs

Once you have multiple Humbugs, you can create special neon versions that look even more impressive! Here’s how:

Neon Humbug

Requirements: 4 regular Humbugs Process: Combine four Humbugs at the Neon Cave Appearance: Glows yellow-green on eyebrows, feet, and antennae

Mega Neon Humbug

Requirements: 4 Neon Humbugs (16 regular Humbugs total) Process: Combine four Neon Humbugs at the Neon Cave Appearance: Same glow areas as Neon, but cycles through rainbow colors

Strategy Tip: Since Humbugs can be purchased repeatedly, creating their Neon and Mega Neon variants is much simpler than with pets that can only be obtained through hatching. I recommend buying multiple Humbugs specifically for neon creation.

Humbug Growth Stages and Tricks

Like all pets in Adopt Me, Humbugs go through six growth stages and learn different tricks at each stage:

Growth Stage	Trick Learned
Newborn	Sit
Junior	Joyful
Pre-Teen	Beg
Teen	Jump
Post-Teen	Trick 1
Full Grown	Trick 2

The growth process is the same as other pets, requiring you to complete needs and spend time with your Humbug. The tricks are mostly cosmetic but add to the fun of having this unique pet!

Common Mistakes to Avoid

Based on my research and community feedback, here are the most common mistakes players make when trying to get Humbugs:

1. Not Playing on Public Servers

The Bah Humbug minigame is much easier and more rewarding when played with others. Public servers allow for better coordination and higher kill counts, leading to more Gingerbread.

2. Ignoring the Pet Pen

Many players forget about the pet pen’s money collection feature. This passive income can significantly boost your Gingerbread earnings over time.

3. Poor Minigame Timing

Starting the Bah Humbug minigame while in menus, trades, or inventory can cause camera glitches that make the game nearly unplayable. Always join when the game calls for it, not when you’re busy with other activities.

4. Not Maintaining Combos

In the Bah Humbug minigame, maintaining your combo streak is crucial for staying airborne and defeating enemies efficiently. Many players drop their combos by falling to the ground unnecessarily.

5. Waiting Too Long to Buy

Since Humbugs are limited to the Winter Event, waiting too long could mean missing out entirely. I recommend starting your Gingerbread farming as early as possible.

Pro Tips from the Community

I’ve gathered some advanced tips from experienced players that can help you get Humbugs more efficiently:

Advanced Bah Humbug Strategies

Wave 1 Focus: The first wave is easiest because all Humbugs spawn together. Use this to build up your combo and confidence.
Platform Mastery: Learn which platforms are safe and which are springboards. Blue mushroom platforms give you extra height without counting as ground contact.
Enemy Patterns: Humbugs tend to hide in areas with big gaps because they’re harder to reach there. Check the left side walls especially.
Air Control: Practice maintaining air control by timing your jumps and attacks. Good air control is the key to high scores.

Gingerbread Optimization

Crystal Egg Strategy: If you’re planning to make Crystal Eggs anyway, wait until the final week of the event to hatch them. This gives you a larger pool of Christmas pets and better odds.
Alt Account Strategy: If you have alternate accounts, use them to play minigames and collect Gingerbread. You can then trade items between accounts.
Daily Consistency: Even if you can only play for short periods, consistency matters. Playing minigames whenever they’re available adds up over time.

Event Timeline and Urgency

The Winter Event 2026 is a limited-time event, which means the Humbug pet won’t be available forever. Here’s what you need to know about timing:

Event Duration: Through December 2026 (exact end date varies by year) Humbug Availability: Only during the Winter Event Recommended Action: Start farming Gingerbread immediately

Why You Shouldn’t Wait:

Limited Supply: Once the event ends, no new Humbugs can be obtained
Increasing Demand: As the event progresses, demand may increase as players realize time is running out
Trading Value: Post-event, Humbugs may become more valuable in trading
Neon Potential: The more time you have, the more Humbugs you can collect for neon creation

FAQ

How much does a Humbug cost in Adopt Me?

A Humbug costs 11,000 Gingerbread when purchased directly from Adoption Island during the Winter Event 2026.

Where can I find Humbugs in Adopt Me?

Humbugs spawn randomly around Adoption Island with no fixed locations. I recommend doing regular laps around the island, checking near the Nursery, Ice Rink, and Christmas tree areas.

What are the chances of hatching a Humbug?

From a Basic Egg, you have a 4.37% chance to hatch a Humbug. From a Crystal Egg, the chance is 3.12%.

How often can I play the Bah Humbug minigame?

You can play the Bah Humbug minigame once every 10 minutes. Each game consists of three 1-minute rounds.

What’s the maximum Gingerbread I can get from Bah Humbug?

The maximum reward from a single Bah Humbug minigame is 5,000 Gingerbread, though most players earn around 3,000 with average performance.

Can I still get Humbugs after the Winter Event ends?

No, Humbugs are limited to the Winter Event 2026 and won’t be available for purchase or hatching after the event concludes. Your only option post-event would be trading with other players.

How many Humbugs do I need for a Neon Humbug?

You need 4 regular Humbugs to create one Neon Humbug at the Neon Cave.

What’s the difference between Neon and Mega Neon Humbugs?

A Neon Humbug glows yellow-green on its eyebrows, feet, and antennae. A Mega Neon Humbug glows in the same areas but cycles through rainbow colors instead of staying one color.

Is it better to buy or hatch Humbugs?

It depends on your resources. Buying costs 11,000 Gingerbread but guarantees a Humbug. Hatching is cheaper if you already have eggs but relies on luck (4.37% from Basic Egg, 3.12% from Crystal Egg).

Can I get Gingerbread without playing minigames?

Yes, you can buy Gingerbread with AMC (550 AMC for 5,000 Gingerbread, up to 3 times per day) or collect money from your pet pen to purchase Gingerbread.

Final Thoughts and Recommendations

Getting a Humbug in Adopt Me requires dedication, strategy, and efficient use of your time. Based on my research and experience, here are my final recommendations:

For Casual Players:

Focus on the Ice Skating minigame (1,920 Gingerbread) and occasional Bah Humbug games
Consider buying one or two batches of Gingerbread with AMC if you have the currency
Don’t stress about getting multiple Humbugs – just enjoy having one!

For Dedicated Players:

Master the Bah Humbug minigame for maximum 5,000 Gingerbread rewards
Follow the daily schedule I outlined for optimal Gingerbread farming
Collect multiple Humbugs for neon creation
Use alternate accounts if available to maximize earnings

For Collectors:

Aim for at least 16 Humbugs to create a Mega Neon
Consider both purchasing and hatching methods to maximize your collection
Trade strategically to obtain additional Humbugs
Document your collection progress for future reference