I found New Dawn SMP and it is a community focused survival server that stays really close to vanilla. People team up to build big stuff explore a lot and work on shared projects.
They are wrapping up Season 1 right now and they are taking a few applications for players who want to be there for the finale. Season 2 is planned around March 21st with a fresh world so you can start from day one.
It runs on Java 1.21.11 and it supports both Java and Bedrock players. It is whitelisted and it has a vanilla plus feel with Vanilla Tweaks datapacks Armor Poser and a Timber plugin.
There is a diamond based economy plus a shopping district and a minigame district. They also do events minigames and game nights and the Discord chat connects with Minecraft chat.
The community is 16+ and they want it friendly with no griefing stealing or toxicity. Players are encouraged to trade build towns and work together on big builds.
New Dawn SMP Vanilla+ Season Finale Hype

GG.MINEWIND.NET New Server IPRebirthMC Pure Vanilla Survival Vibes

I found a pretty new public server called RebirthMC and it feels like a mostly vanilla survival place.
The community is small and really welcoming. In just over a week I ran into some of the best builders and redstoners and farm builders I have seen.
It is running on version 1.21.11. It also seems like it has crossplatform too.
GG.MINEWIND.NET New Server IPBackToBlocks Vanilla Survival With Light QoL

BackToBlocks feels like plain survival with just a few helpful extras. It stays close to vanilla and it works for both Java and Bedrock players.
The spawn is built by the community and the server runs events. There is a Nether Hub and the End Island is decorated too.
Players use a Shopping District for trading and the vibe is more about building and hanging out. You get light commands like sethome and tpa and there is also itemflip if you want to gamble items for fun.
There is no pay to win and they try to avoid silly plugins. It is not really focused on PvP but PvP and raiding can happen with limits. Griefing is not allowed and you can toggle phantoms if you want.
GG.MINEWIND.NET New Server IPCozy Vanilla Survival With Kind Players

Cozy MC is a vanilla survival world on hard difficulty and it feels like singleplayer but with other people around. The whole point is inclusivity and kindness so it is chill while still being real survival.
There is no fancy spawn or lobby stuff. People just play in a trust based world and it often has around 40 players online.
Stealing and griefing get you banned. They also have tools to fix damage and tools that let players check container transactions so theft can be found and reported.
PvP is only allowed if both players agree. You can still find friendly duels happening sometimes.
When you first join you cannot break blocks or pick up items until you type commands to read the rules and learn the steps to start. Verifying in their discord can also help you get going faster.
GG.MINEWIND.NET New Server IPCloud9ine SMP Fresh Wipe Semi Vanilla

Cloud9ine SMP is a survival multiplayer server that is mostly about building and having cool builds all around. It feels like a place where good builders hang out and work on big projects.
It is semi vanilla and only uses quality of life plugins. There is a claim system to protect stuff plus an economy system and an auction house.
The server is up 24 7 and it supports both Java and Bedrock. It also recently wiped so new players do not have to feel far behind.
The rules are simple. No griefing or theft and no slurs and no advertising.
GG.MINEWIND.NET New Server IPMoshpit SMP No Claims PvP Chaos

I found this survival server that keeps a vanilla vibe but still adds extra stuff that makes it feel fresh. It is built for PvP and the whole point is that there are no land claims so you can build anywhere and people can raid anywhere too.
It supports both Java and Bedrock so more people can hop on. There are player shops plus an auction house and duels if you want a fast way to make money.
It has custom enchants that try to stay balanced like 3×3 drill style mining and lifesteal. The world also has custom terrain that still looks like it belongs in Minecraft.
The server is made to run well even on low end PCs. PvE gets harder the farther out you go and there are random world events every 30 minutes that can help or mess with you.
The owner says they are still working on it and changing things based on what players want. They also want feedback and people to help out.
GG.MINEWIND.NET New Server IPCozy No Reset Survival Java Bedrock

CozyCraft is a cozy survival server where people mostly build and relax. It is made for players who want a peaceful place and do not want to worry about losing their world.
The server has no PvP so players are not fighting each other. It also has no resets ever so your builds are meant to stay.
It is mostly vanilla survival with a few quality of life tweaks. There is also no pay to win so everyone is on the same level.
It supports both Java and Bedrock so more friends can play together. The vibe is slow and chill and the community is friendly.
GG.MINEWIND.NET New Server IPChrist Centered Vanilla Survival Community
Community discord hangoutcrossplay supportdiamond currency marketFaith-Based CommunityMultiplayer survival world
Crafting for Christ is a Jesus focused Minecraft server that is trying to build a Christ centered community. It feels welcoming and it is made to be family friendly and kid safe.
You can join on Java or Bedrock and play survival multiplayer. The gameplay stays close to vanilla with only small quality of life changes.
They also follow a Safe Server initiative to help protect younger players. The rules say no griefing or stealing and no PVP unless both players agree and no inappropriate chat.
The economy is player run and uses diamonds. There is an active shopping area and an active and loving Discord community too. You can show up solo or bring your whole family.
GG.MINEWIND.NET New Server IPNovaMC 18+ Chill Vanilla Survival

NovaMC is a vanilla survival server made for adults 18+ who want a chill place to play. People hang out build stuff and explore with friends old and new.
The world is huge at 250k by 250k so there is a lot to travel and see. There is also a competitive shopping district if you like trading and player shops.
It is not pay to win and it does not try to push you to spend money. PvP is consent based so you will not get jumped unless you are into that.
They run extra datapacks like dungeons and taverns to make the vanilla feel more interesting. You can join on Java or Bedrock since it supports Geyser and staff can help if you get stuck.
GG.MINEWIND.NET New Server IPMyChunk Creative 1.21 Free WorldEdit

MyChunk is a global creative server made for builders who want a stable place to work. It runs on 1.21.X and supports both Java and Bedrock so more people can join in.
Everyone starts with free WorldEdit so you can build fast right away. There is a MyWorld system that gives you your own personal space and you can decide who is allowed to enter and help.
The server also has advanced grief protection. That means your builds stay safe unless you give someone permission to mess with them. It feels like a good spot for solo builders or teams who want to show off big projects.
GG.MINEWIND.NET New Server IP
