The Pokémon GO Scorbunny Community Day has officially been announced, bringing the energetic Galar starter into the spotlight for a fiery three-hour event packed with bonuses, special attacks and exclusive research. Community Days remain one of the most popular recurring events in Pokémon GO, and this March 2026 edition gives trainers the chance to catch huge numbers of Scorbunny, hunt for a shiny version, and evolve a powerful Cinderace with an exclusive move.
If you are planning to play during the Pokémon GO Scorbunny Community Day, here is everything you need to know including the event time, bonuses, special attacks and rewards.
Pokémon GO Scorbunny Community Day Date and Time
The Pokémon GO Scorbunny Community Day will take place on:
Saturday, March 14, 2026
2:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. local time
During this three hour window, Scorbunny will appear far more frequently in the wild. This dramatically increases the chances of encountering high IV Scorbunny and potentially finding a shiny version.
As with previous Community Days, trainers will also have additional time after the event ends to evolve their Pokémon and obtain the exclusive attack.
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Featured Pokémon in Scorbunny Community Day
The featured Pokémon for the event is Scorbunny, the Rabbit Pokémon originally introduced in the Galar region.
During the event:
- Scorbunny will spawn far more frequently in the wild
- Trainers will have an increased chance of encountering Shiny Scorbunny
- Players can collect large amounts of Scorbunny Candy for evolutions
Scorbunny evolves into Raboot, and then into Cinderace, making this event the perfect opportunity to build a strong Fire-type attacker.
For trainers who enjoy shiny hunting, Community Day events are also one of the best chances to add rare shiny Pokémon to your collection.
Pokémon GO Scorbunny Community Day Event Bonuses
Niantic has confirmed several bonuses that will run throughout the Pokémon GO Scorbunny Community Day event. These bonuses are designed to help players maximise their rewards while playing.
The confirmed event bonuses include:
- 1/4 Egg Hatch Distance
- 2× Candy for catching Pokémon
- Lure Modules last one hour and may attract Scorbunny
- Additional bonuses may be announced closer to the event
The reduced hatch distance bonus is especially valuable during Community Day events. If you prepare by filling your egg slots before the event begins, you can hatch a large number of eggs quickly while walking during the three hour window.
The increased candy bonus will also make it significantly easier to gather enough candy to evolve multiple Scorbunny.
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Pokémon GO Scorbunny Community Day Trade Bonuses
Community Day events are designed to be played together, and the Pokémon GO Scorbunny Community Day includes several bonuses for trainers who trade with friends.
The confirmed trade bonuses are:
- One additional Special Trade for the day (maximum of two)
- Trades require 50 percent less Stardust
This makes the event a great time to trade rare Pokémon, shinies or Pokémon you want to reroll for better IVs.
Lower Stardust costs are particularly helpful for trainers who want to swap multiple Pokémon with friends throughout the day.
Exclusive Community Day Move for Cinderace
One of the biggest incentives to play Community Day events is the chance to obtain a Pokémon with a powerful exclusive attack.
During the Pokémon GO Scorbunny Community Day, evolving Raboot into Cinderace during the event or up to four hours afterwards will give Cinderace the Charged Attack:
Blast Burn
Blast Burn is one of the strongest Fire type moves available in Pokémon GO, making Cinderace significantly more useful in raids and battles.
Additionally, starting with this event and continuing afterwards, Cinderace will also be able to learn another Charged Attack:
Pyro Ball
This gives trainers even more flexibility when building a powerful Fire-type attacker.
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Community Day Special Research Ticket
A Community Day Special Research ticket will also be available in the in game shop.
This paid research typically costs around $1 or local equivalent and provides event themed tasks with additional rewards.
According to the announcement, completing the Special Research may reward players with:
- A Premium Battle Pass
- Rare Candy XL
- Additional Scorbunny encounters
- Three Scorbunny encounters with a special background
Special background Pokémon are a unique cosmetic addition that many collectors aim to obtain during major events.
More details about the ticket release time are expected closer to the event.
While exploring PokéStops, keep an eye out for hidden encounters, and this Kecleon Pokémon GO guide explains exactly how to spot and catch it.
Tips to Prepare for Pokémon GO Scorbunny Community Day
If you want to get the most out of the Pokémon GO Scorbunny Community Day, a little preparation can go a long way.
Before the event begins, trainers should consider:
- Clearing Pokémon storage space
- Stocking up on Poké Balls
- Saving incubators for the hatch distance bonus
- Coordinating trades with friends
- Preparing Lucky Eggs or Star Pieces for extra rewards
Playing in an area with multiple PokéStops can also significantly improve your experience, especially when using Lure Modules during the event.
Is Shiny Scorbunny Available?
Yes. Like most Community Day events, Shiny Scorbunny will be available during the event.
While Niantic does not officially publish shiny odds, Community Day events historically offer roughly 1 in 25 shiny encounters, making it one of the easiest times to obtain shiny Pokémon.
Shiny Scorbunny eventually evolves into Shiny Cinderace, which features a distinctive alternate colour palette that many collectors will want to add to their Pokédex.
Why This Community Day Is Worth Playing
The Pokémon GO Scorbunny Community Day offers a strong combination of bonuses, shiny hunting opportunities and a powerful exclusive move.
Cinderace with Blast Burn has the potential to become a valuable Fire type attacker, especially for players who participate regularly in raids or PvE battles.
Combined with the candy bonus, reduced egg hatch distance and trade benefits, the event provides plenty of reasons for trainers to log in and play during the three hour window.
Pokémon GO Scorbunny Community Day
The Pokémon GO Scorbunny Community Day looks set to be one of the highlights of the March 2026 event calendar. With increased spawns, valuable bonuses and the opportunity to obtain a powerful Cinderace with Blast Burn, it is an event many trainers will not want to miss.
Whether you are shiny hunting, collecting candy or building a strong Fire-type team, this Community Day offers plenty of reasons to head outside, meet other trainers and take full advantage of the event.
If you want to stay updated on the latest Pokémon GO events, bonuses and guides, keep an eye on the official Pokémon GO news page and check back for more updates as the event approaches.
