Winter ’25 Release: What You Need to Know

Posted on October 4, 2024  (Last modified on May 15, 2025) • 3 min read • 481 words

Release weekend number 2 is here!

Dreamforce has come and gone, but the excitement continues with the Winter ‘25 Release Readiness Live sessions happening soon. If you missed any Dreamforce action, don’t worry! We’ve still got plenty of ways to keep you in the loop and get your org ready for the Winter ‘25 release.

The Release Readiness Live sessions for both Admins and Developers will take place from October 8-11. These sessions will dive deep into the top features from Winter ‘25, including live demos and Q&A with Salesforce product experts. If you can’t tune in live, all sessions will be available to watch on Salesforce+. Check out the full suite of Winter ‘25 demos here for more.

What’s Coming Up?  

The Winter ‘25 Release is already in motion! Here’s a quick breakdown of the important dates to keep in mind:

• August 14: Winter ‘25 release notes were published.
• September 6: The Winter ‘25 release site went live.
• September 6: The first release weekend kicked off, bringing early features to some orgs.
• October 4: Today marks the second release weekend, so many of you are already getting your first look at Winter ‘25 features.
• October 12: The final release weekend. By this date, every org will have access to Winter ‘25 in production!

Make sure you’re staying ahead by checking out the key dates for Winter ‘25 and keeping your team informed.

Watch on Salesforce+  

All of the Release Readiness Live sessions, from Admins and Developers to deep dives into Sales, CRM Analytics, Service, and Flow, will be available on Salesforce+ for you to stream at your convenience. Don’t forget to grab some popcorn or your favorite snack while you catch up on the latest features and updates!

Get Ready with Trailblazers  

If you’ve still got questions or need help understanding how the release will affect your org, the Release Readiness Trailblazers community is here to help. It’s a great place to ask questions and share insights with other Salesforce pros. Check it out to get the support you need.

And don’t forget to download the Winter ‘25 Release in a Box PDF, which has a great breakdown of everything you need to know to prepare your org for the new features.

Stay on Track with the Maintenance Calendar  

Lastly, make sure you’re tracking when the new features will go live in your org by checking Salesforce’s Maintenance Calendar. The last release weekend is just days away, taking place on October 12, so make the most of this final stretch to ensure everything is ready!

Share Your Thoughts!  

What features are you most excited about implementing in Winter ‘25? Let us know in the comments below or on our social channels. We love hearing how you’re preparing to leverage these updates for your users and customers.

Until next time, keep working hard, smart, and happy—and we’ll see you in the cloud!