Explorer's Day

Explorer's Day is an event in, , and. Held on the the second Monday of October, it is the Animal Crossing equivalent of Columbus Day, a holiday commemorating the landing of explorer Christopher Columbus in the New World on October 14th, 1492.

Animal Crossing
On Explorer's Day, Tortimer can be found outside of the Town Hall. If the player speaks to him, he or she will receive a Bottled Ship.

City Folk
When players speak to Tortimer, they receive a Sailboat Model.

New Leaf
Isabelle can be found hosting the event at the Plaza. Like previous games, the player will be granted a Sailboat Model. A cutout is available for players to pose and take screenshots in.