CurseForge · Minecraft mod
Busy Villagers
Make Villagers work overtime and nightshifts by removing their sleep schedule
Quick answer
Which Busy Villagers release should I use?
Busy Villagers V1.2 targets 1.20.1 with Forge. The project page does not say whether this file belongs on the client, dedicated server, or both. No extra mods listed for this file.
Where it goes
Is Busy Villagers required on the client, server, or both?
The project page does not say whether this file belongs on the client, dedicated server, or both.
The source does not explicitly classify this release as client-only or server-only.
What else does Busy Villagers V1.2 need?
Busy Villagers V1.2. Change the file and its required mods may change too.
This file does not list any required mods. Do not add a library just because a different file uses it.
This file does not list any required or optional mods.
Before you install it
Add Busy Villagers without breaking your instance.
Built for Busy Villagers V1.2. Pick another file and the loader, install side or required mods may change.
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Stick to this file
Use Busy Villagers V1.2. It targets 1.20.1 with Forge; another release may have different loader, side or dependency requirements.
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Bring the mods it needs
This file does not list any required mods. Do not add a library just because a different file uses it.
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Put it on the correct side
The project page does not say whether this file belongs on the client, dedicated server, or both.
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Pick the file you checked
Use the “Get this file” button beside Busy Villagers V1.2. It opens that exact file at the source.
About this project
What does Busy Villagers add?
Busy Villagers
Overview
Ever feel guilty about overworking villagers for emeralds? Good news! They absolutely love it! Busy Villagers removes the pesky "work-life balance" nonsense that vanilla villagers insist on, letting them live their best capitalist dream of restocking trades 24/7. No villagers were harmed in the making of this mod (they signed the waiver willingly, we promise).
This mod is perfect for players who need reliable villager trading without waiting for daylight or dealing with "meeting time" shenanigans. Whether you're building a mega trading hall or just tired of villagers taking naps when you need enchanted books, this mod has your back.
Features
Core Functionality:
- Villagers restock based on configurable cooldown timers instead of daylight cycles
- Optional 24/7 work mode (No unions were consulted)
- Customizable restock cooldown periods (default: 2 minutes)
- Configurable restock reset windows (default: 10 minutes)
- Maximum restocks per period control (default: 2)
- Optional sleep prevention (because beds are for the weak)
- "Always Working" mode that eliminates idle time and meeting schedules
Configuration Options:
restockCooldownMinutes: Set the cooldown between individual restocks (default: 2)restockResetMinutes: Time before restock counter resets (default: 10)maxRestocksPerPeriod: Maximum restocks allowed per period (default: 2)preventVillagerSleep: Stop villagers from sleeping at night (default: true)alwaysWorking: Make villagers work all day with no schedule changes (default: false)
What This Means:
- Trade with villagers any time of day or night
- No more waiting for sunrise to restock
- Predictable, timer-based restocking mechanics
- Fully customizable to match your playstyle or server economy
Disclaimer: While no villagers were physically harmed during development, psychological impacts of 24/7 employment were not studied. Use responsibly. The Coalition Against Villager Exploitation (CAVE) is monitoring this situation closely.
Project description from CurseForge.
Pick your setup
Busy Villagers by Minecraft version and loader
Choose the version and loader you play, then open the matching release.
1.21.9
1 loader build1.21.8
1 loader build1.21.7
1 loader build1.21.6
1 loader build1.21.5
1 loader build1.21.4
1 loader build1.21.3
1 loader build1.21.2
1 loader build1.21.1
1 loader build1.20.1
1 loader buildCheck the dependencies, then try the file in a copied instance before changing a world you care about.
Recent files
Busy Villagers versions and loaders
Busy Villagers V1.2
busy_villagers-forge-1.2.jar
24 Feb 2026
Busy Villagers V1.1
busy_villagers-forge-2001.1.1.jar
12 Feb 2026
Busy Villagers V1.1
busy_villagers-neoforge-2101.1.1.jar
12 Oct 2025
Busy Villagers V1.0
busy_villagers-neoforge-2101.1.0.jar
12 Oct 2025
Looking for an older file? The official CurseForge project page is in Resources.