To celebrate the Back to Hogwarts event of 2026, Hogwarts Legacy has released a special, limited-time cosmetic you can obtain. This free DLC item is called the Astronomer’s Hat, and it’s a pretty special headwear item you’ll want to grab for your collection while you can.
Since this is a free DLC item, the process for acquiring it looks vastly different from how you usually go about obtaining new gear. It can be a bit tricky to navigate, so here’s how to get the free DLC Astronomer’s Hat in Hogwarts Legacy.
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How to get Hogwarts Legacy free DLC
You can get the Astronomer’s Hat free DLC item for Hogwarts Legacy by downloading the special add-on from the shop. If you’re unsure how to make this happen, here’s a full breakdown of the entire process.
- Visit the Hogwarts Legacy store page. On whichever platform you’re playing on, head to the store page to get started. This DLC is completely free, but you do need to grab it from the shop to unlock it.
- Find the DLC section. Once you’re in the shop, locate the DLC add-on section to find the list of available DLCs. There are a few of them, but only one grants you the free item you’re after.
- Select the Hogwarts Legacy: Astronomer’s Hat DLC. In the DLC list, find and select the one called Hogwarts Legacy: Astronomer’s Hat to add it to your collection.
- Load Hogwarts Legacy. After grabbing the DLC, load Hogwarts Legacy. As soon as the game is up and running, you’ll get a pop-up on the main menu about the Astronomer’s Hat. Select the “claim reward” option near the bottom of this pop-up to unlock it.
How to get Astronomer’s Hat in Hogwarts Legacy
The Astronomer’s Hat will be added to your inventory as soon as you open Hogwarts Legacy for the first time after grabbing the special free DLC. As long as you see a pop-up letting you know you’ve unlocked it upon loading in, you’re good to go.
How to equip Astronomer’s Hat in Hogwarts Legacy
To equip this item on your character right away, open the Gear page, hover over the headwear item you have on, and press the button next to the “change appearance” option. Then, scroll through the headwear you have until you find the Astronomer’s Hat. It’s located in the top section called “Collections.”
How long is the Hogwarts Legacy Astronomer’s Hat available for?
You can find and redeem the free Astronomer’s Hat DLC from the shop anytime from Aug. 31 to Sept. 30, 2026. As of the time of writing, it’s unclear whether this item will be removed from the shop entirely or instead become a paid asset once the free redemption period ends. Regardless, you’ll want to obtain it as soon as possible to ensure you unlock it forever for free.
Now that you’ve got a snazzy new hat to rock, you’re ready for your next big adventure. Some tasks to consider tackling next are visiting the Undercroft, finding the Dungeon of Doom, solving the courtyard bridge fire puzzle, and flipping a Troll’s club.
