Pokémon GO: new events and upcoming releases for 2026

Pokémon GO continues to surprise players with a wide range of events and new Pokémon. This article highlights the most exciting announcements for the coming months, along with a timeline of key moments in 2026.

New Mega Evolution and Raid Days

One of the most exciting announcements is the debut of Mega Falinks during the Super Mega Raid Day in May 2026. Mega Evolution, which was added to Pokémon GO in 2020, has given fans the chance to obtain powerful forms of their favorite Pokémon. During the event, which will take place on May 23, 2026, players will not only be able to catch Mega Falinks, but there is also a chance to encounter a Shiny Falinks.

In addition, an Entei Shadow Raid Day is scheduled for May 2, 2026, giving players the chance to catch the legendary Pokémon Entei, with increased odds of encountering a Shiny version.

Community Days in May, June and July

Pokémon GO has announced its Community Day events for spring, with the community able to look forward to two events in May: on May 9, Lechonk will be featured for Community Day, and on May 16, Community Day Classic will take place. These events are popular because they help players catch rarer Pokémon and offer extra bonuses, such as double Candy and increased Shiny odds.

The Community Days for June, July and August have also been confirmed:

• June 20, 2026
• July 4, 2026
• August 15, 2026

These days will offer similar benefits, although the specific Pokémon that will appear have not yet been announced.

Upcoming events and debuts

In April 2026, Pokémon GO introduced Silicobra as part of Sustainability Week. This Ground-type Pokémon has been difficult to find, and players have tried several methods to track it down in the game. Players have since discovered that Silicobra appears in desert-like biomes, adding an extra layer of challenge.

Alongside Silicobra, Orthworm will debut during the Steeled Resolve event in three-star raids from April 28 to May 4, 2026. Orthworm, a new Steel-type Pokémon from Generation 9, will also have its Shiny form available.

With Pokémon GO’s 10th anniversary approaching in July 2026, plenty of exciting events are on the way. The hype around the game remains high, especially with Pokémon GO Fest 2026 in-person events set for June in cities like Tokyo, Chicago and Copenhagen. Players can also look forward to a Global event taking place in July.

Pokémon GO continues to engage its community and keep players collecting hordes of Pokémon with new content and opportunities. The future looks bright for this innovative AR game.