Weekly Event Guide — Maximize Every Thursday
Los Santos Guide • Updated 2026
📅Weekly Events Guide
Never miss a bonus week
Every Thursday at 4 AM ET, Rockstar updates GTA Online with new bonuses, discounts, and content. These weekly events can triple your income if you plan around them. This guide teaches you how to read the update, prioritize activities, and maximize every bonus week.
Understanding the Newswire
The weekly update covers four categories:
- Double / Triple Money & RP — Featured game modes, missions, or activities paying bonuses
- Property Discounts — Businesses, vehicles, and upgrades on sale (30-40% off)
- Prize Ride Challenge — Complete a specific time trial to win a free vehicle
- New Content — New vehicles, adversary modes, or community series
High-Value Bonuses to Watch For
| Bonus Type | Normal Payout | 2x Payout | Priority |
|---|
| Cayo Perico | $1.4M | $2.8M | 🔥 High |
| MC Businesses | $420K | $840K | 🔥 High |
| Bunker | $210K | $420K | 🔥 High |
| Contact Missions | $20K | $60K | ✅ Medium |
| Adversary Modes | $15K | $45K | ✅ Medium |
| CEO Cargo | $4.4M | $8.8M | ⭐ Maximum |
Weekly Routine
Here's how to approach each Thursday:
- Check the newswire on Thursday morning — Read the full update at Rockstar's website.
- Identify the best bonus — Focus your playtime on the highest-paying boosted activity.
- Check property discounts — If your next target purchase is on sale, buy it immediately.
- Complete the prize ride challenge — Free vehicles are always worth the time.
- Plan your week — Schedule around the bonus activities.
Examples of Great Bonus Weeks
Some bonus weeks are better than others. Here's what to prioritize:
- Crate Sales 2x — A full large warehouse ($4.4M) becomes $8.8M. This is the single best bonus week.
- MC Sales 2x — Full MC businesses sell for over $1M each. Worth the delivery hassle.
- Heist Finales 2x — Cayo Perico pays $2.8M per run. Grind this all week.
- Contact Missions 3x — Quick $60K per mission. Great for low-level players building capital.
Final Thoughts
Playing efficiently means aligning your activities with the weekly bonuses. A player who focuses on 2x events earns 2-3 times more than a player who ignores them. Check the newswire every Thursday and plan your week accordingly.