Pokémon GO Fire and Ice Hatch Day takes place on Saturday, August 8, 2026, with boosted Smoochum and Magby hatches, increased Shiny chances, shorter Egg distances, double hatch Candy, and free Timed Research.
The event runs from 11:00 a.m. until 5:00 p.m. local time, giving Trainers six hours to collect 2 km Eggs and hatch as many featured Pokémon as possible.
Pokémon GO Fire and Ice Hatch Day is particularly useful for anyone still searching for Shiny Smoochum or Shiny Magby. Both Pokémon will hatch much more frequently from 2 km Eggs during the event, while the chance of receiving 2 km Eggs from PokéStops will also be increased.
Pokémon GO Fire and Ice Hatch Day Date and Time
Pokémon GO Fire and Ice Hatch Day begins on Saturday, August 8, 2026, at 11:00 a.m. local time.
The event ends at 5:00 p.m. local time on the same day.
| Event detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Event | Pokémon GO Fire and Ice Hatch Day |
| Date | Saturday, August 8, 2026 |
| Start time | 11:00 a.m. local time |
| End time | 5:00 p.m. local time |
| Event length | Six hours |
| Main Pokémon | Smoochum and Magby |
| Main Egg type | 2 km Eggs |
Because Pokémon GO Fire and Ice Hatch Day only lasts for six hours, Trainers should make sure they have space in their Egg storage before the event begins.
Clearing older Eggs in advance will make it easier to collect the boosted 2 km Eggs once the event is live.
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Featured Pokémon During Pokémon GO Fire and Ice Hatch Day
Smoochum and Magby are the main featured Pokémon during Pokémon GO Fire and Ice Hatch Day.
Both Pokémon will hatch much more frequently from 2 km Eggs, and both will have an increased chance of appearing as Shiny.
| Featured Pokémon | Egg distance | Shiny available? | Shiny chance increased? |
|---|---|---|---|
| Smoochum | 2 km | Yes | Yes |
| Magby | 2 km | Yes | Yes |
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#0240MagbySmoochum is an Ice and Psychic-type baby Pokémon that evolves into Jynx. Magby is a Fire-type baby Pokémon that evolves into Magmar and then Magmortar.
Their opposite typings make them a perfect fit for the Fire and Ice theme, while their status as baby Pokémon makes Egg events one of the main ways to collect them.
Pokémon GO Fire and Ice Hatch Day gives Trainers a much better opportunity to hatch both Pokémon without relying on their usual Egg availability.
Can Smoochum Be Shiny During Fire and Ice Hatch Day?
Yes, Smoochum can be Shiny during Pokémon GO Fire and Ice Hatch Day.
The event includes an increased chance of hatching Shiny Smoochum from 2 km Eggs.
Shiny Smoochum has a different colour palette from its regular form, making it an appealing target for Shiny collectors and anyone trying to complete the Shiny Jynx evolution line.
The improved Shiny chance does not guarantee that every Smoochum will be Shiny. Trainers will still need to hatch multiple Eggs to give themselves the best opportunity.
Collecting as many 2 km Eggs as possible and keeping Incubators active throughout Pokémon GO Fire and Ice Hatch Day will provide more chances to find one.
Can Magby Be Shiny During Fire and Ice Hatch Day?
Yes, Magby can also be Shiny during Pokémon GO Fire and Ice Hatch Day.
Shiny Magby will have an increased chance of hatching from 2 km Eggs during the six-hour event.
Magby normally requires Egg hatches or special availability, so Hatch Day is one of the better opportunities to collect Candy, find a strong individual, and hunt the Shiny form at the same time.
Players planning to evolve Magby into Magmar and Magmortar may also benefit from the double hatch Candy bonus.
Larvesta Can Hatch From 5 km Eggs
Smoochum and Magby are the main attractions, but Larvesta will also be available during Pokémon GO Fire and Ice Hatch Day.
Trainers may hatch Larvesta from 5 km Eggs, and Larvesta can also be Shiny.
| Pokémon | Egg distance | Shiny available? |
|---|---|---|
| Larvesta | 5 km | Yes |
#0636LarvestaLarvesta is not listed as receiving the same increased Shiny chance as Smoochum and Magby.
It is also described as a possible 5 km Egg hatch rather than the main boosted Hatch Day Pokémon.
That means Trainers specifically targeting Shiny Larvesta should treat it as an additional opportunity rather than the main focus of Pokémon GO Fire and Ice Hatch Day.
All Pokémon GO Fire and Ice Hatch Day Bonuses
Several bonuses will remain active throughout Pokémon GO Fire and Ice Hatch Day.
| Event bonus | Effect |
|---|---|
| Double hatch Candy | Eggs award twice as much Pokémon Candy when hatched |
| Half Egg Hatch Distance | Eggs placed into Incubators during the event require half the usual distance |
| Boosted Shiny Smoochum chance | Smoochum has an increased chance of being Shiny |
| Boosted Shiny Magby chance | Magby has an increased chance of being Shiny |
| Increased 2 km Egg drops | PokéStops are more likely to award 2 km Eggs |
The increased 2 km Egg drop rate is important because it supports the main feature of the event.
Trainers should be able to collect more Smoochum and Magby Eggs without filling their storage with longer-distance Eggs as quickly.
Half Egg Hatch Distance Explained
Eggs placed into Incubators during Pokémon GO Fire and Ice Hatch Day will require half their normal walking distance.
| Egg type | Normal distance | Event distance |
|---|---|---|
| 2 km Egg | 2 km | 1 km |
| 5 km Egg | 5 km | 2.5 km |
| 7 km Egg | 7 km | 3.5 km |
| 10 km Egg | 10 km | 5 km |
| 12 km Egg | 12 km | 6 km |
The bonus applies when an Egg is placed into an Incubator during the event period.
An Egg already incubating before Pokémon GO Fire and Ice Hatch Day begins may not receive the shorter distance, so it is worth planning Incubator use around the 11:00 a.m. start time.
The half-distance bonus does not stack with Egg bonuses from other Pokémon GO events or GO Passes.
Double Candy From Hatching Eggs
Every Egg hatched during Pokémon GO Fire and Ice Hatch Day will award double Candy.
This is especially helpful for Magby because evolving it through Magmar and into Magmortar requires a substantial amount of Candy.
Smoochum Candy can be used to evolve Smoochum into Jynx, while Larvesta Candy is particularly valuable because evolving Larvesta into Volcarona normally requires a large Candy investment.
The double hatch Candy bonus does not stack with similar bonuses from other events or GO Passes.
How to Prepare for Pokémon GO Fire and Ice Hatch Day
A small amount of preparation can make Pokémon GO Fire and Ice Hatch Day much more productive.
Before the event begins, try to create room in your Egg storage and make sure you have enough Pokémon storage space for multiple hatches.
It may also help to save Incubators for the event rather than using them all beforehand.
| Preparation step | Why it helps |
|---|---|
| Clear Egg storage | Creates room for boosted 2 km Eggs |
| Save Incubators | Allows more Eggs to hatch during the six-hour event |
| Clear Pokémon storage | Prevents storage limits interrupting Egg hatches |
| Visit an area with many PokéStops | Provides more chances to collect 2 km Eggs |
| Start at 11:00 a.m. | Gives the full six hours to hatch Eggs |
| Keep walking | Helps cycle through more Eggs before 5:00 p.m. |
Trainers in areas with several PokéStops close together will have the easiest time collecting replacement Eggs after each hatch.
Free Fire and Ice Hatch Day Timed Research
Pokémon GO Fire and Ice Hatch Day will include free event-exclusive Timed Research.
The Timed Research will award an Incubator and XP.
| Timed Research reward | Included? |
|---|---|
| Incubator | Yes |
| XP | Yes |
| Paid ticket required | No |
The full task list has not yet been revealed.
However, the Timed Research will only be available during Pokémon GO Fire and Ice Hatch Day, and both the tasks and rewards will expire at 5:00 p.m. local time on August 8.
Trainers should avoid leaving the Timed Research until the final few minutes of the event.
Even if the tasks are completed, the rewards must also be manually claimed before the deadline.
Do Hatch Day Bonuses Stack With the GO Pass?
No, the main hatch bonuses do not stack with matching bonuses from other Pokémon GO events or GO Passes.
This applies to the double hatch Candy and half Egg Hatch Distance bonuses.
If another active bonus offers a stronger reduction, Trainers should not expect both reductions to combine.
Pokémon GO Fire and Ice Hatch Day will still provide its listed benefits, but it will not reduce Egg distances beyond the event’s intended amount through stacking.
Is Pokémon GO Fire and Ice Hatch Day Worth Playing?
Pokémon GO Fire and Ice Hatch Day is worth playing for Trainers who need Shiny Smoochum, Shiny Magby, baby Pokémon Candy, or faster Egg hatches.
The event is particularly accessible because it centres around 2 km Eggs rather than a pool filled entirely with longer walking distances.
The increased chance of receiving 2 km Eggs, combined with half Hatch Distance, should allow active players to hatch several Eggs during the six-hour window.
Even players who are not focused on the Shiny Pokémon can benefit from double Candy, a free Incubator, XP, and the chance to hatch Larvesta.
Pokémon GO Fire and Ice Hatch Day runs from 11:00 a.m. until 5:00 p.m. local time on August 8, 2026. Make sure any Timed Research rewards are claimed before the event ends, as they will not remain available afterwards.
