Pokémon GO May 2026 Events Guide: Pokémon GO May 2026 is shaping up to be a packed month, featuring major events, a new Community Day, Shadow Raid battles, and the debut of new Pokémon. This guide covers everything confirmed so far, with more updates added as new events are announced. If you are planning your month in Pokémon GO, this is the page to bookmark. We will keep this guide updated with all new events, bonuses, and changes as they are revealed.
Pokémon GO May 2026 Event Schedule
Here is a quick overview of all confirmed events happening in May 2026:
- Entei Shadow Raid Day – May 2, 2026
- Lechonk Community Day – May 9, 2026
- Spring Marathon Event – May 12 to May 18, 2026
- Falinks Super Mega Raid Day – May 23, 2026
More events are expected to be announced throughout the month, and this guide will be updated as soon as new information becomes available.
Entei Shadow Raid Day (May 2, 2026)
The month begins with a Shadow Raid event featuring Entei.
Event Time
Saturday, May 2, 2026 from 2:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. local time
Key Features
- Shadow Entei appears in raids
- Increased chance to encounter Shiny Entei
- Up to six free Raid Passes
Bonuses
- Increased Remote Raid limit
- Extra rewards from Raid Battles
For a complete raid breakdown – Entei Shadow Raid Day Pokémon GO
Pokémon GO GO Pass May 2026
The Pokémon GO GO Pass May 2026 runs from May 5 at 10:00 a.m. to June 2 at 10:00 a.m. local time, giving Trainers a full month to earn rewards simply by playing the game. Every player automatically receives the free GO Pass, allowing you to collect GO Points, rank up, and unlock items like Stardust, XP, PokéCoins, and even a Suicune encounter as you progress.
For players looking to maximise rewards, the GO Pass Deluxe upgrade adds extra bonuses, including additional PokéCoins, premium items, and more Pokémon encounters, while also allowing you to claim rewards from both the free and paid tracks. Major milestone bonuses unlock along the way, increasing daily Gift limits, extending Daily Adventure Incense duration, and boosting Stardust and XP from hatching Eggs.
One of the standout features is the unlimited GO Points bonus running from May 30 to May 31, where there is no daily cap, making it the perfect time to push ranks and finish your progression. The Pokémon GO GO Pass May 2026 also works alongside major events like the Deino Community Day Classic and Shadow Entei Raid Day, helping you rank up faster while taking part in some of the biggest moments of the month.
Lechonk Community Day (May 9, 2026)
Lechonk is the featured Pokémon for May Community Day, bringing increased spawns, exclusive moves, and a range of bonuses.
Event Time
Saturday, May 9, 2026 from 2:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. local time
Featured Pokémon
- Lechonk with increased spawn rate and Shiny chance
Exclusive Move
- Evolve into Oinkologne to get the Fast Attack Mud Slap
Bonuses
- 2× Catch Candy
- 1/4 Egg Hatch Distance
- Extended Incense duration
- Additional Special Trade and reduced Stardust cost
For full details on spawns, bonuses, and the exclusive Mud Slap evolution, check out our Pokémon GO Lechonk Community Day May 2026 guide.
Spring Marathon Event (May 12 to May 18, 2026)
The Spring Marathon event introduces new Pokémon, event bonuses, and a progression-based GO Pass system.
Event Time
Starts Tuesday, May 12 at 10:00 a.m. and ends Monday, May 18, 2026 at 8:00 p.m. local time
Pokémon Debuts
Event Bonuses
- 2× XP for spinning PokéStops
- 1/2 Egg Hatch Distance during Tier 2 bonuses
5 km Eggs
5km Eggs include:
- Flittle
- Pichu wearing a flower crown
- Togepi wearing a flower crown
- Happiny wearing a flower crown
Research Rewards
- Event-themed Field Research encounters
- Timed Research with XP and Pikachu encounter
GO Pass: Spring Marathon
The event includes a GO Pass system with free and paid reward tracks.
Rewards include:
- Pokémon encounters
- Stardust and XP
- Rare Candy and items
The Deluxe version includes:
- Additional encounters
- Incense and premium items
- Faster progression
Full guides:
Ultra Beasts Return
Ultra Beast raids are also returning during the event period, with Buzzwole, Pheromosa, and Xurkitree all appearing in different regions around the world. Trainers looking for counters, weaknesses, and raid advice can also check out our full Ultra Beast raid guide.
Pokémon GO May 2026 Community Day Classic Deino – 16th May 2026
The Pokémon GO May 2026 Community Day Classic Deino event is set to be one of the standout highlights of the month, giving Trainers another chance to catch large numbers of Deino and evolve it into Hydreigon with the exclusive move Brutal Swing.
Running on May 16 from 2:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. local time, with extended bonuses lasting until 9:00 p.m., this event offers boosted spawns, increased Shiny chances, 3× catch XP, and strong evolution value for both raids and PvP. If you are planning your grind this month, this is one of the key dates to focus on.
Pokémon GO Falinks Super Mega Raid Day
The Pokémon GO Falinks Super Mega Raid Day on May 23, 2026, introduces the brand-new Super Mega Raid format alongside the debut of Mega Falinks, making it one of the most important raid-focused events of the month.
Running from 2:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. local time, this event features increased Shiny odds, boosted Raid Pass limits, and exclusive bonuses for players who want to grind multiple raids.
With new Mega Evolution upgrades also rolling out, this is a key opportunity to build up Mega Energy, test the new system, and take on one of the toughest raid challenges currently available in Pokémon GO.
Pokémon GO May 2026 Raids
Raids remain a major feature throughout May, with Shadow Entei confirmed for the opening weekend. Additional raid bosses, including Legendary and Mega Pokémon, are expected to rotate throughout the month.
Raid guides will be added here as they are announced.
Pokémon GO May 2026 Bonuses and Features
Throughout May, players can expect a variety of bonuses linked to events, including increased XP opportunities, reduced Egg Hatch distances, boosted encounters, and special research tasks with valuable rewards.
Each event brings its own set of bonuses, so checking back regularly will help maximise rewards.
What Is Coming Next in Pokémon GO May 2026
More events, raid rotations, and bonuses are expected to be revealed as the month progresses. This guide will continue to be updated with new event announcements, raid boss changes, Spotlight Hours, and additional bonuses as they are confirmed.
Stay Updated
Pokémon GO events are constantly evolving, and May 2026 is already shaping up to be a busy month. Check back regularly for updates as more information is released.
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