Niantic has announced new events for Pokémon GO. Read on below to learn more:
Niantic Update 6/7/2022: Trainers, we apologize for the recent issues that occurred in our earliest twelve time zones. We will hold a makeup Raid Hour event featuring Kyogre on Friday, June 10, 2022, from 6:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. local time in the affected regions (GMT +14–GMT +2).
June Content Update: Pokémon GO Fest 2022, Season of GO, Mewtwo returns to raids, and more!
The Season of GO is here!
A new in-game Season is coming soon to Pokémon GO: the Season of GO! Celebrate all things Pokémon GO beginning on Wednesday, June 1, 2022, at 10:00 a.m. local time!
Head over to our Season of GO site to learn more!
Pokémon GO Fest 2022
Are you ready for our global Pokémon GO Fest 2022 kick-off event? Join the fun on Saturday, June 4, 2022 and Sunday, June 5, 2022, and encounter the Mythical Pokémon Shaymin, the Gratitude Pokémon, for the very first time in Pokémon GO! Tickets are available now.
Earlier Candy XL Access
Starting with the Season of GO and continuing beyond, we are reducing the level at which Trainers can begin earning Candy XL. Now, all Trainers level 31 and above will be able to earn Candy XL!
Upcoming events
Stay tuned for details about these exciting events.
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Adventure Week: Adventure Week returns! Get ready to explore the wide world of fossils and Rock-type Pokémon during this fan-favorite event running from Tuesday, June 7, 2022 to Sunday, June, 12 2022.
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Pokémon TCG Crossover Event: Universes are colliding! Fans of the Pokémon TCG will want to see what we have in store for this exciting crossover collaboration, taking place from Thursday, June 16, 2022, to Thursday, June 30, 2022.
Featured Pokémon in raids
The following Pokémon will be appearing in raids throughout June.
Five-Star Raids
The Legendary Pokémon Kyogre, Groudon, and Mewtwo will return to five-star raids this June!
Please note: Raid rotations all start and end at 10:00 a.m. local time on the dates listed unless otherwise noted.
Wednesday, June 1, 2022, to Tuesday, June 7, 2022
Tuesday, June 7, 2022, to Thursday, June 16, 2022
Thursday, June 16, 2022, to Thursday, June 23, 2022
Thursday, June 23, 2022, to Friday July 1, 2022
Mega Raids
Mega Aerodactyl, Mega Steelix, Mega Venusaur, and Mega Blastoise, will appear in Mega Raids!
Please note: raid rotations all start and end at 10:00 a.m. local time on the dates listed.
Wednesday, June 1, 2022, to Tuesday, June 7, 2022
Tuesday, June 7, 2022, to Thursday, June 16, 2022
Thursday, June 16, 2022, to Thursday, June 23, 2022
Thursday, June 23, 2022, to Friday July 1, 2022
Raid Hours
Every Wednesday in June, a Raid Hour event will occur from 6:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. local time. The following Pokémon will be featured.
June Research Breakthrough encounters
Wednesday, June 1, 2022, at 1:00 p.m. PDT (GMT −7) to Friday, July 1, 2022, at 1:00 p.m. PDT (GMT −7).
Pokémon Spotlight Hours
In the month of June, Pokémon Spotlight Hour will take place every Tuesday from 6:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. local time, and each will spotlight a different Pokémon and a special bonus!
Please be aware of your surroundings and follow guidelines from local health authorities when playing Pokémon GO. Upcoming events are subject to change. Be sure to follow us on social media, opt in to receiving push notifications, and subscribe to our emails to stay updated.
—The Pokémon GO team
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