Play GTA Online This Week for Free Hats, 4X Rewards, Discounts

Rockstar Games has rolled out a new Grand Theft Auto Online update in celebration of U.S. Independence Day, offering exclusive in-game rewards, event-themed content, and bonus payouts.

Starting July 3, players logging into GTA Online will instantly unlock the limited-time Lady Liberty Bucket Hat. Additional wearable collectibles such as the Statue of Happiness Tee and themed beer hats — including Pißwasser, Benedict, Patriot, and Supa Wet — can be secured by participating in Business Battle crates.

Winning two races during the event window also grants the Fireworks Bucket Hat and GTA-$100,000 bonus.

Event Bonuses and Activities

From July 3 to July 9, several missions and races are providing extra GTA-$ and RP. The reward structure for the week includes:

* 4X GTA-$ & RP on Land Races

* 3X GTA-$ & RP on Community Series playlists

* 2X GTA-$ & RP on Auto Shop Client Jobs and Tow Truck Services

Players can access a 40 per cent discount on themed cosmetics and customization items, including:

* Stars & Stripes Face Paint

* Mullet Hairstyle

* Patriotic Tire Smoke

* Independence Day Parachute Trails & Chutes

* Mk II Weapon Liveries

* Mobile Operations Center Liveries

* Limited edition masks, outfits, and accessories

More than a dozen vehicles are now available at 40 per cent off, including:

* Sea Sparrow, Vapid Caracara, Bravado Buffalo S

* Western Sovereign, Mammoth Patriot Stretch

* Grotti Cheetah Classic, Vapid Clique Wagon

* Declasse Tulip M-100, Canis Castigator, and others

The Firework Launcher and Musket are available at 50 per cent off via the Gun Van, with fireworks ammo offered for free during the event.

Players can also pick up the JoBuilt P-995 LAZER jet at half price, and all Conversion Upgrades at Benny's Original Motor Works are discounted by 40 per cent.

Robbery Targets This Week

Two vehicles are featured as this week’s Salvage Yard Robbery Targets:

* Declasse Drift Yosemite (Muscle) — McTony Robbery

* Karin Boor (Off-Road) — Duggan Robbery

Both include exclusive Independence Day-themed liveries and limited-edition Las Venturas and Liberty City plates.

The GTA Online update remains active through July 9, giving players ample time to explore the celebratory content and maximize event bonuses.